Very unusual C15 dovecote converted into family home. Cotswold stone walls host climbing and rambling roses, clematis, vines, hydrangeas and together..... more >

Hodges Barn, Tetbury GL8 8PR

Sun 9 Jun 24

South Lodge - Open Garden for NGS

Peaceful country garden in 2 acres with stunning views of surrounding countryside. High walls provide a backdrop for rambling roses, clematis, and..... more >

South Lodge, Coleford GL16 8LG

Sat 8 Jun 24

Capriol Chamber Orchestra Summer Concert

Capriol Chamber Orchestra is pleased to announce that our 2024 summer concert will be on Saturday 8th June in St Mary’s Church, North Woodchester at... more >

St Mary’s church, North Woodchester GL5 5PD

Sat 8 Jun 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Gloucestershire

Sing Saturday: Come and Sing Handel’s Messiah

Join us for a fun morning of singing in Gloucester Cathedral. All are invited to sing Handel’s Messiah... more >

Gloucester Cathedral GL1 2LX

Sat 8 Jun 24

Forthampton Court - Open Garden for NGS

Charming and varied garden surrounding N Gloucestershire medieval manor house (not open) within sight of Tewkesbury Abbey... more >

Forthampton Court, Tewkesbury GL19 4RD

Sat 8 Jun 24

Experiments In Creativity

Five creatives are showcasing their artwork as The Art Lab at The Gardens Gallery, Montpellier, Cheltenham from 5th-11th June... more >

Gardens Gallery, Montpellier, Cheltenham. GLOS GL50 7UJ

Wed 5 Jun 24

Join our choir in Cheltenham for a FREE taster session

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... more >

The Pavilion, Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham GL51 6PN

Wed 5 Jun 24

More Rock Choirs

Evening of Mediumship with Nikki Kitt - Thornbury

Evening of Mediumship with Nikki Kitt TURNBERRIES COMMUNITY CENTRE - Thornbury Tuesday 4th June - 7.30pm Tickets £12... more >

Turnberries Community Centre Bath Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 2BB

Tue 4 Jun 24

Bourton on the Hill Open Gardens

A number of gardens in our beautiful Cotswold village will be open including award winning Bourton House Garden... more >

Bourton House and Village gardens GL56 9AE

Sun 2 Jun 24

Goldilocks: The Ballet

***20% DISCOUNT ON ALL TICKETS*** A Classic Children's Story Brought to Life! Join Goldilocks, the girl with the lovely locks and her jar..... more >

The Cidermill Theatre, Cidermill Lane, Chipping Campden ` GL55 6HX

Sun 2 Jun 24

Madams - Open Garden for NGS

Two acre country woodland garden with far-reaching views. The garden is still developing with a variety of herbaceous and mixed borders, wildflower..... more >

Madams, Newent GL18 1EE

Sun 2 Jun 24

Tuffley Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

A number of mature suburban gardens of all sizes and styles. Old favourites plus new openers. Lots of colourful flowers, shrubs, trees, baskets and..... more >

Tuffley Gardens, Gloucester GL4 0DT

Sun 2 Jun 24

Cotswold Farm - Open Garden for NGS

This beautiful Arts & Crafts garden overlooks a quiet valley on descending levels with terraces designed by Norman Jewson in the1930s... more >

Cotswold Farm, Cirencester GL7 7JS

Sat 1 Jun 24

1 Cobden Villas - Open Garden for NGS

Set into a hillside this organic and wildlife friendly garden is divided into distinct areas. A small mixed woodland area provides separation from..... more >

1 Cobden Villas, Nailsworth GL6 0RT

Fri 31 May 24

Hookshouse Pottery - Open Garden for NGS

Garden offers a combination of long perspectives and intimate corners. Planting inc wide variety of perennials, with emphasis on colour interest..... more >

Hookshouse Pottery, Tetbury GL8 8TZ

Fri 31 May 24

Richmond Villages Painswick - Open Garden for NGS

Situated on the southern slopes of Painswick this 4 acre retirement village boasts formal lawns and borders planted for year-round interest... more >

Richmond Villages Painswick, Stroud GL6 6UL

Thu 30 May 24

Witcombe Folk Dance Club.

Folk Dance with Musicians Deep Street Caller Martin Hewitt. Fun night of dancing, all dances walked through and called. Everyone Welcome more >

Pillcroft Rd, Witcombe, Gloucester , UK GL3 4TB

Wed 29 May 24

Brockworth Court - Open Garden for NGS

This intense yet informal tapestry style garden beautifully complements the period manor house which it surrounds... more >

Brockworth Court, Brockworth GL3 4QU

Wed 29 May 24

Clover Stroud - The Giant on the Skyline

Clover Stroud is the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Red of my Blood. She will discuss her new book, The Giant on the Skyline - an inspiring..... more >

Parabola Arts Centre Cheltenham GL50 1SP

Mon 27 May 24

Big Bowls Weekend

On Sunday May 26th between 10am and 4pm, Frampton on Severn Bowls Club will be participating in Bowls’ Big Weekend when Bowls England affiliated... more >

Frampton on Severn Bowls Club Lake Lane Frampton GL2 7HG

Sun 26 May 24

RNLI Bicentennial Celebration and Fund Raising Event

An event to celebrate 200 years of the RNLI, saving lives at sea. Traditional stalls, games, music and so much more from 1824 to 2024 and beyond! !... more >

Croft Farm Water Park Bredon’s Hardwick Nr.Tewkesbury GL20 7EE

Sun 26 May 24

Open Gardens at Church Westcote

Church Westcote OPEN GARDENS Visit TEN Village Gardens including Westcote Manor for only £5 per person (children free) Plants for Sale Teas in... more >

Church Westcote OX7 6SH

Sun 26 May 24

Whitcombe House - Open Garden for NGS

One acre of colour from April to Sept in a peaceful Cotswold stone walled shrub and herbaceous garden with mature and young trees inc beech, and... more >

Whitcombe House, Tewkesbury GL20 7NZ

Sun 26 May 24

Pasture Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Informal country garden developed over 40 yrs by current owners. Mixed borders, topiary, orchard and many species of trees... more >

Pasture Farm, Upper Oddington GL56 0XG

Sun 26 May 24

Stanway Fountain & Water Garden - Open Garden for NGS

20 acres of planted landscape in early C18 formal setting. The restored canal, upper pond and fountain have recreated one of the most interesting..... more >

Stanway Fountain & Water Garden, Cheltenham GL54 5PQ

Sun 26 May 24

Park House - Open Garden for NGS

Award-winning ¼ acre rear garden of a Cheltenham Regency town house inc a striking new Japanese 'Karesansui' Garden... more >

Park House, Cheltenham GL53 7AS

Sun 26 May 24

Gloucester Tall Ships Festival 2024

Ahoy there! Join us at the Gloucester Tall Ships Festival for a weekend of maritime magic, musical melodies, and family fun!... more >

Gloucester Docks GL1 1EH

Sat 25 May 24

Lost Railway Journeys in Gloucestershire

A Frampton Village Society talk given by David Aldred who will be describing the journey that we would have once been able to make in the county. more >

Frampton on Severn Village Hall GL2 7EA

Fri 24 May 24

Swing from Paris at Clifford's Mesne Village Hall

An evening of Parisian-flavoured jazz and Gypsy Swing at Clifford's Mesne Village Hall, presented by UK quartet Swing from Paris... more >

Clifford’s Mesne Village Hall, Clifford’s Mesne, Newent GL18 1JT

Fri 24 May 24

Swing from Paris at Woolaston Memorial Hall

An evening of Parisian-flavoured jazz and Gypsy Swing at Woolaston Memorial Hall, presented by UK quartet Swing from Paris... more >

Woolaston Memorial Hall, Swains Field, Woolaston GL15 6SU

Thu 23 May 24

Long Exposure Photography Workshop - Sunset | Kenilworth

Kenilworth - Learn long-exposure photography and make interesting movement shots on this photography workshop night shoot around Kenilworth Castle. more >

36 Castle Rd, CV8 1NG

Thu 23 May 24

Mediumship Evening with Nikki Kitt - Dursley

Mediumship Demonstration with Psychic Medium Nikki Kitt Psychic Medium Nikki Kitt is a Spiritualist Medium who is currently touring the UK with... more >

The Chantry Centre Lister Hall 34-36 Long Street Dursley GL11 4JB

Wed 22 May 24

Dylan Dodds: GroundDodds Day

Do you ever get Déjà vu? Dylan’s last show (“an innovative way to experience a quarter-life crisis” – the Wee Review) ended with him deciding to..... more >

Cheltenham Playhouse 47-53 Bath Rd, Cheltenham GL53 7HG

Wed 22 May 24

Nature in Art Museum and Art Gallery - Open Garden for NGS

The Nature in Art garden is an expression of the art found in nature. A haven for wildlife with ponds, heritage apple orchard, championing old local..... more >

Nature in Art Museum and Art Gallery, Gloucester GL2 9PA

Mon 20 May 24

37 Queens Road - Open Garden for NGS

A wildlife and wildflower-friendly urban garden with many shrubs and climbers. At the front there are shrub borders and a gravel garden... more >

37 Queens Road, Cheltenham GL50 2LX

Sun 19 May 24

20 Forsdene Walk - Open Garden for NGS

Corner garden full of design ideas to maximise smaller spaces in interlocking colour themed rooms, some on different levels, packed with perennials... more >

20 Forsdene Walk, Coleford GL16 7JZ

Sun 19 May 24

Milton Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A secluded and attractive walled garden just a short distance from the busy A40 but a tranquil space planted in cottage garden style... more >

Milton Cottage, Cheltenham GL53 8HJ

Sun 19 May 24

11 Hatherley Court Road - Open Garden for NGS

A large urban garden developed over the last 25 yrs by the current owners. Their vision is to create an informal nature lovers garden where there is..... more >

11 Hatherley Court Road, Cheltenham GL51 3AQ

Sun 19 May 24

Pontings Farm - Open Garden for NGS

One acre accessible hillside garden with views of the Golden Valley and beyond. Bee and wildlife friendly with wildflower meadow, pond and orchard... more >

Pontings Farm, Stroud GL6 8LX

Sun 19 May 24

Penny Leaze - Open Garden for NGS

The garden is nestled into a south-east facing slope where we have attempted to balance wildness, formal gardening, tiny orchard, and fern... more >

Penny Leaze, Stroud GL6 8LU

Sun 19 May 24

West Country Militaria and Medal Fair

Established in the Bristol area in 1989, this major local event moved to it's current spacious well lit indoor venue in 1997... more >

Yate Leisure Centre, Kennedy Way, Yate, near Chipping Sodbury, Bristol BS37 4DQ

Sun 19 May 24

Charingworth Court - Open Garden for NGS

Artistically and lovingly created 1½ acre garden surrounding restored Georgian/Tudor house (not open)... more >

Charingworth Court, Winchcombe GL54 5JN

Sat 18 May 24

Dave Ayre's Baroque Night

Dave Ayre and his skilled and engaging Baroque Band of musicians return to Lansdown Hall. Come and hear some great 400-year-old music, including..... more >

Lansdown Hall & Gallery Lansdown, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL5 1BB

Fri 17 May 24

Witcombe Folk Dance Club.

Folk Dance with Musicians Reely Good Band Callers Ellie and Karen. All dances walked through and called. Everyone welcome more >

Pillcroft Rd, Witcombe, Gloucester , UK GL3 4TB

Wed 15 May 24

Little Shoppers Baby and Children's Market

LITTLE SHOPPERS BABY AND CHILDREN'S MARKET IS COMING TO TEWKESBURY! Saturday 11th May Wheatpieces Community Centre, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP 2pm..... more >

Wheatpieces Community Centre, Columbine Road, Tewkesbury GL20 7SP

Sat 11 May 24

Thornbury Choral Society May 2024 Concert

Thornbury Choral Society will be performing a Concert of English Music conducted by Steven Kings on Saturday 11 May at 7.30pm... more >

St Mary’s Church Castle Street Thornbury BS35 1HQ

Sat 11 May 24

CarmenCo

A pocket Opera more >

Chipping Sodbury Town Hall, 57 - 59 Broad Street, Chipping Sodbury BS37 6AD

Tue 7 May 24

The Gate - Open Garden for NGS

Compact cottage style garden planted with a colourful display of tulips in spring, and with perennials, annuals and climbers in the walled courtyard... more >

The Gate, Winchcombe GL54 5PS

Mon 6 May 24

Trench Hill - Open Garden for NGS

Approx 3 acres set in a small woodland with panoramic views. Variety of herbaceous and mixed borders, rose garden, tulips, extensive vegetable plots,..... more >

Trench Hill, Sheepscombe GL6 6TZ

Sun 5 May 24

Highnam Court - Open Garden for NGS

40 acres of Victorian landscaped gardens surrounding magnificent Grade I* listed house (not open), built in 1658 for William Cooke, the son of Sir... more >

Highnam Court, Gloucester GL2 8DP

Sun 5 May 24

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Things to do around Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire, nestled in the heart of England, offers a delightful mix of history, natural wonders, and cultural experiences. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a history buff, or simply seeking a memorable day out, Gloucestershire has something for everyone. Let's explore some of the best activities to enjoy in this picturesque county:

1. Visit the Dean Heritage Centre, Forest of Dean:
- Immerse yourself in the Forest of Dean, a lush expanse of woodlands and hills. The Dean Heritage Centre provides insights into the area's history, but the real adventure lies outdoors. Go mountain biking, hiking, or camping amidst the natural beauty. The Forest Adventure Outdoor Centre is perfect for family fun, with playgrounds and outdoor activities. For an unforgettable family day out, the Forest of Dean is a must-visit.

2. Explore the Cotswolds:
- The Cotswolds span five English counties, with much of it in Gloucestershire. Nature lovers will revel in the Woodchester Valley's greenery. Hike, cycle, or simply potter around the charming Cotswold villages. Sip cream tea, browse boutique shops, and soak in the idyllic countryside. The Cotswolds are equally enchanting during Christmas, making it a year-round gem.

3. Visit the Airborne Trampoline Park:
- For active family fun, head to the Airborne Trampoline Park. Kids (and adults!) can bounce, flip, and play in this exciting indoor space. It's a great way to burn energy and have a blast with friends and family.

4. Day Out at Berkeley Castle:
- Explore Berkeley Castle, a historic gem near Stroud. Wander through its medieval halls, admire the architecture, and learn about its fascinating past. Don't miss the beautiful gardens and the chance to step back in time.

5. Experience a Gloucester Festival:
- Gloucester hosts various festivals throughout the year. From music and arts to food and heritage, there's always something happening. Check the local calendar and join in the festivities for a vibrant day out.

6. Dive into Bathurst Open Air Pool:
- Take a refreshing dip at the Bathurst Open Air Pool in Lydney. This unique pool is fed by natural spring water and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. It's a relaxing way to spend a sunny day.

7. Relax at the Chapel Spa:
- Treat yourself to a spa day at the Chapel Spa in Cheltenham. Unwind in the luxurious thermal suite, enjoy treatments, and rejuvenate your senses. It's the perfect escape for adults seeking relaxation.

8. Explore the Dragonfly Maze:
- Lose yourself (figuratively!) in the Dragonfly Maze near Bourton-on-the-Water. Solve the twists and turns of this living maze, surrounded by beautiful gardens. It's a fun and whimsical experience for all ages.

9. Enjoy the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway:
- Climb aboard the vintage steam trains of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway. Journey through scenic landscapes, passing charming villages and rolling hills. It's a nostalgic trip back in time.

10. Discover Westonbirt Arboretum:
- Explore the Westonbirt Arboretum, home to thousands of tree species. Wander through colorful displays, breathe in the fresh air, and appreciate the changing seasons. It's a peaceful escape for nature enthusiasts.

Remember, Gloucestershire's diverse attractions promise an unforgettable day out – from outdoor adventures to cultural discoveries!