Gloucester: What To See And Do In Gloucester

The city of Gloucester is situated on the River Severn and is the 46th largest city in England. Certainly when it comes to Gloucester,

you'll find lots of things to see and do in the city and close by.  You can take a short car drive from the city and you are soon in the Forest of Dean or on a clear day enjoying the views from the Malvern Hills. Whilst to the east you have the Cotswolds and its many quaint and beautiful villages, which you can visit. 

Although historically the city has been a port, the docks got neglected and then in the 1980's the city
decided to renovate this area. Now you can spend time wandering around this beautiful open space or spend time doing a little bit of shopping. There are also some lovely bars where you can sit and enjoy some great drinks and food. One of the warehouses that are situated in this part of the city is also home to the National Waterways Museum. If you're interested in military history, then make sure to check the Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum in Custom House. 

A visit to the city wouldn't be complete without seeing Gloucester Cathedral. This building has been a place of worship for more than thirteen hundred years. If you take the time to expore inside, you'll be able to see its detailed architectural features and its cloisters are considered to be among the most beautiful in England today. If you find thinking that, you know this building from somewhere you almost certainly do as the cathedral has been used as a location for the Harry Potter movies.

Gloucester also has a large, central tranquil park. This is located very close to the heart of the city and was probably the first park to be developed. The park has lots of space to keep your children occupied and you may decide to have a picnic on a lazy summer afternoon. There are many events which take place here during the summer months. A quick visit to the Park's Information Office that is housed in a Tudor Cottage and will tell you exactly what is happening at the time of your visit.

One more place that may well be of interest to you when you come to Gloucester is Blackfriars. This is the oldest surviving Dominican Priory in England.  Although the friary itself was dissolved back in 1538, the buildings were then bought by Thomas Bell. He then spent money converting the church into a home and the rest of the property into a factory where his cloth could be made. If you time your visit well, you may be able to take one of the guided tours offered by English Heritage.

Check out this Gloucester hotel directory for your next visit.