Local Attractions

 

Gloucester Cathedral - 10 minutes walk from Judges Lodgings Gloucester, formally the Cathedral Church of St Peter and the Holy and Indivisible Trinity, stands in the north of the city near the River Severn. It originated in 678 or 679 with the foundation of an abbey dedicated to Saint Peter (dissolved by King Henry VIII).  Filming of Harry Potter took place here.

 

Gloucester Docks & Sharpness Canal - 2 minutes walk away - The Gloucester & Sharpness Canal was once the broadest and deepest in the world. Even today, it stands out from other navigation because of its sheer scale and impressive engineering.  Recently restored to it former glory and upgrade to include a gym, bars, restaurant, cinema and retail outlet centre. There is also The British Waterways Museum and Soldiers of Gloucester Museum.  Behind the docks across the river is Alney Island Nature Reserve a great place to take a walk or run.  

 

Gloucester Gate Streets - 5 minutes walk away - Do visit the Gate Street which are the historic heart of the City. Northgate, Westgate, Eastgate & Southgate Street all have their own character and style.  Look out for the historic old world pubs that have long histories inc The Dick Whittington reputably linked to the family of the Lord Mayor of London from the nursery story and Robert Raikes Public House formerly the home to the founder of the sunday school movement.

 

Gloucester Rugby - 15 minutes walk away - The Cherry and Whites as they are locally know is one of the oldest rugby union clubs in the world and is supported very widely in the city.  If you get a chance to go to a game you won’t be disappointed. The stadium is within walking distance. Great Atmosphere.

 

Robinswood Hill - 5 minutes by car - Within walking distance at the end of the Stroud Road that starts near by is the 250-acre hilltop country park with walking trails, an orchard & resident foxes, badgers & red kites. A great place to escape to for some fresh air.

 

Cheltenham Spa - 20 minutes by car - If you want smart elegance, upmarket shopping and some amazing restaurants try out here it just down the road and easily accessed by Bus or Train.  Cheltenham Steeplechase Races are world renowned and worth a visit if their is a meeting on

 

Cotswold Hills - 20 minutes by car - Visit the many pretty villages and taking in the rolling hills.  Always gorgeous. The biggest town is Cirencester which has a Roman Museum.  If you want Water sports check out The Cotswold Water Park for sailing etc and their is an outdoor beach area open in the summer.

 

Tewkesbury - 20 minutes by car - The Abbey is impressive as are many of the Tudor buildings and there are nice walks along the river..

 

Forest of Dean - 25 minutes by car - If you love your trees a short drive away is one of the country's National Forests.  You can hire cycles, walk trails and ride on a steam train.

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Local Leisure Activities 

 

Birds - Slimbridge - Newgrounds Ln, Slimbridge, Gloucester GL2 7BT 01453 891900

Birds - Barn Owl Centre, Netheridge Farm, Netheridge Cl, Gloucester GL2 5LE  01452 383999

Castle - Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5JD.  01242 602 308

Canal Boat Day Hire - http://www.gloucesternarrowboats.co.uk/

Canal Boat Trips -  Waterways Museum, Llanthony Warehouse, Gloucester GL1 2EH

Cheltenham Racecourse - Cheltenham, GL50 4SH. 01242 51301

Climbing Indoor Centre Gloucester - Impressive and lots of walls to climb.  01452 302 351

Cotswold Farm Park - Bemborough Farm  Kineton, GL54 5UG. 01451 850 307

Cotswold Wildlife Park - Bradwell Grove, Burford, 01993 823 006

Country Park & Beach - Lake 32, Spratsgate Lane, Shorncote, GL7 6DF. 01285 868 096

Diving - National Diving Centre www.ndac.co.uk/ (also has a massive Zip wire)

Fishing - Bibury Trout Farm - Arlington, Bibury, Cirencester GL7 5NL. 01285 740 215 

Golf - South Cerney Golf Course, Northmoor Ln  Cirencester, GL7 5QD. 01285 861 001

Gym - The Gym, 111 Llanthony Road, Gloucester GL1 5SH

Health Spa - Four Pillars Hotel opposite Isis Lake with Kids swimming. 01285 864 000

Horse Riding - South Cerney Horse Riding - Cerney Wick, GL7 5QH. 01793 750 151

Paddle Boarding - SUP Gloucester Docks  http://www.supgloucester.co.uk/ 07508 705 359

Polo Club Cirencester - The Bothy  Cirencester Park, Cirencester GL7 1UR. 01285 653 225

Rugby - Gloucester Club, Kingsholm, Kingsholm Rd, Gloucester GL1 3AX. 0871 871 8781

Sailing - Next Lake to the right of Isis is the Outdoor Education Centre. 01285 860 388

Soft play - Go Play - Eastgate Street, Gloucester (Inc pottery painting)

Spa Treatments - ZenZero @ Gloucester Docks - 01452 527002

Strawberry Fruit Picking - Over Farm Market Highnam, Gloucester GL2 8DB  01452 341510

Swimming Outdoor - Lido, Keynsham Rd, Cheltenham. GL53 7PU. 01242 524 430

Swimming - GL1 Leisure Centre, Eastgate street, Gloucester (also has a Spa)

Trampoline Park - 2, Metz Way, Gloucester GL4 3DB - 01452 221800

Water Skiing - WM Cable Tow opposite Isis Lake to the Right. Lake 11. 0845 895 9000

Water Skiing Boat Tow - Spring lake. 01285 862 894 / 01285 860 606

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Museums & Historical

 

Chedworth Roman Villa - A partially restored villa with original Roman Baths. 01242 890 256

Cheltenham Museum - 01242 23 7431

Corinium Museum - Cirencester Roman history. 01285 655 611

Gloucester Civic Trust - Guided Walks around the town daily tours@gloucestercivictrust.org 

Gloucester Docks - Historic port 

Gloucester Prison - Take a look around the old prison, tours run daily - 01743 343100

Gloucester Tourist Information -  01452 396572

Gloucester Cathedral - In the City Centre. Where Harry Potter was filmed. 01452 528 095

Oxford - Just too many to mention!

Soldiers of Glos - 31 Commercial Rd  Town Centre, Gloucester GL1 2HE. 01452 522682

Waterways Museum - Docks, Llanthony Warehouse, Gloucester GL1 2EH. 01452 318200

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