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Alternative names: Population: 150.1 thous. (2019)Area: 13.32 mi²Elevation: 82 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°51'55"N, 2°14'48"W
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Gloucester Attractions - What to See and Explore

Gloucester offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Gloucester Cathedral, Kingsholm Stadium, Lassington Wood, Gloucester Waterways Museum. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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    Medieval architecture and Edward II's tomb

    Gloucester Cathedral

    Gloucester Cathedral stands as a magnificent beacon of history and architecture in the heart of Gloucester, England. With its origins dating back nearly a millennium, this cathedral is not only a place of worship but also a treasure trove for history enthusiasts...

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    Arenas and stadiums • Rugby • Sport venue

    Kingsholm Stadium

    Kingsholm Stadium is a rugby union stadium located in the Kingsholm area of Gloucester, England, and is the home stadium of Gloucester Rugby. The stadium has a capacity of 16,115. It is sometimes nicknamed 'Castle Grim' after the estate where the stadium is built.

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    51°52'49"N • 2°17'13"W

    Lassington Wood

    Lassington Wood is a nature reserve near Highnam, Gloucestershire. Part of the estate of the Guise family since the 13th century it was donated to Gloucester County Borough Council in 1921.

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    Museum • Specialty museum

    Gloucester Waterways Museum

    Gloucester Waterways Museum is housed in a Victorian warehouse at Gloucester Docks in the city of Gloucester, England. It is located along the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal and River Severn.

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    Tower

    St Michael's Tower

    St Michael's Tower, Gloucester, stands at The Cross, where the four main streets of Gloucester meet. The Cross is also the highest point in the city. The Tower is on the corner of Eastgate and Southgate Streets and the entrance is in Southgate Street. It was built in 1465 on the site of the previous St Michael the Archangel.

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    Bridge

    Llanthony Road Bridge

    Llanthony Road Bridge is a bridge over the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal in the Gloucester Docks and High Orchard area. It is the third bridge on the site.

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    Bridge

    High Orchard Bridge

    High Orchard Bridge is a bridge over the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal in High Orchard in the city of Gloucester, England. It was opened in 2008 to carry the newly constructed St Ann Way over the canal.

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    Monastery • Historical place • View point

    Llanthony Secunda Priory

    Llanthony Secunda Priory was a house of Augustinian canons in the parish of Hempsted, Gloucestershire, England, situated about 1/2 a mile south-west of Gloucester Castle in the City of Gloucester.

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    Park • Mountain

    Robinswood Hill

    Robinswood Hill is a hill and country park to the south of the city centre of Gloucester, close to the Stroud Road. It rises to 650 ft, and is owned and managed by Gloucester City Council's Countryside Unit.

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    Museum • Specialty museum

    Jet Age Museum

    The Jet Age Museum is the trading name of the Gloucestershire Aviation Collection, an all-volunteer, charitable organisation dedicated to the preservation of Gloucestershire's aviation heritage. The aviation museum is located on the north side of Gloucestershire Airport, between Gloucester and Cheltenham.

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    Museum • Military museum

    Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

    The Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum is located within the historic docks in the city of Gloucester.

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    Park • Vernacular architecture

    Highnam Court

    Highnam Court is a Grade I listed country house in Highnam, Gloucestershire, England, constructed in the 17th century. The estate passed from the Cooke family to the Guise family and, in the mid-19th century, was purchased by a member of the Gambier-Parry family.

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    Museum • History museum

    The Folk of Gloucester

    The Folk of Gloucester is a museum which is housed in two of the oldest buildings in the City of Gloucester, a Tudor merchant's house and a 17th-century town house. The museum, at 99–103 Westgate Street, is devoted to the social history of Gloucestershire.

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    Church • Gothic architecture

    St Nicholas Church

    St Nicholas Church is a historic church in Westgate Street in the city of Gloucester, England, under the care of The Churches Conservation Trust. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building. Its truncated spire is a landmark in the city centre.

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    Monastery • Historical place • Event space

    Blackfriars

    Blackfriars, Gloucester, England, founded about 1239, is one of the most complete surviving Dominican black friaries in England. Now owned by English Heritage and restored in 1960, it is currently leased to Gloucester City Council and used for weddings, concerts, exhibitions, guided tours, filming, educational events and private hires.

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    Museum • History museum • Art museum

    Museum of Gloucester

    The Museum of Gloucester in Brunswick Road is the main museum in the city of Gloucester, England. It was extensively renovated following a large National Heritage Lottery Fund grant, and reopened on Gloucester Day, 3 September 2011.

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    Street

    Southgate Street

    Southgate Street is one of the ancient streets in the City of Gloucester, so named because its southern end was originally the location of the south gate in the city's walls. The part beyond the gate as far as Severn Street was sometimes known as Lower Southgate Street.

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    Street

    Northgate Street

    Northgate Street is a street in the City of Gloucester, so named because its northern end was originally the location of the north gate in the city's walls.

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    Church • Gothic Revival architecture

    St Paul and St Stephen's Church

    St Paul and St Stephen's Church is a Church of England church located in Stroud Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. St Paul's church was built between 1882 and 1883. St Stephen's church was built between 1898 and 1900.

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Gloucester – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Gloucester, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Witley Court (Worcester), Tintern Abbey (Tintern), Worcester Cathedral (Worcester).

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    Palace, History museum, Garden

    Witley Court, Worcester

    Witley Court, an impressive ruin nestled in the heart of Worcestershire, England, stands as a testament to the grandeur of Victorian-era manor houses. This vast estate, now under the care of English Heritage, was once one of the great country houses of England...

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    Cistercian site with iconic Gothic ruins

    Tintern Abbey, Tintern

    Tintern Abbey, a hauntingly beautiful relic of ecclesiastical grandeur, stands serenely in the village of Tintern, United Kingdom. Founded by Walter de Clare, Lord of Chepstow, in 1131, this former Cistercian monastery is a testament to the architectural prowess of the...

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    Medieval building with King John's tomb

    Worcester Cathedral, Worcester

    Worcester Cathedral, standing proudly in the heart of Worcester, England, is a magnificent example of medieval ecclesiastical architecture. This imposing structure, officially known as the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary the Virgin of Worcester, dates...

  • worcester racecourse23 milesN
    Horse track, Sport venue, Gambling

    Worcester Racecourse, Worcester

    Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Worcester, England, Worcester Racecourse is a premier destination for sports enthusiasts and casual tourists alike. Known colloquially as "Pitchcroft", this picturesque venue is one of the oldest racecourses in the United...

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    Gothic edifice, Mappa Mundi and library

    Hereford Cathedral, Hereford

    Hereford Cathedral, a historic and architectural marvel, stands proudly in the city of Hereford, England. This magnificent cathedral, a cornerstone of Hereford's cultural and spiritual heritage, dates back to the 7th century, with the current structure featuring...

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Best Time To Visit Gloucester

Learn when is the best time to travel to Gloucester weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in August.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February and July. Most of it rains in January and December.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Gloucester?

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What is the best time to visit Gloucester?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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