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The city of Gloucester is situated on the River Severn and is the 46th largest settlement in England. Certainly when it comes to Gloucester,
you’re sure to find plenty of
things to keep you occupied in the city and nearby. You can take a short car drive from the city and visit the woodlands of the Royal Forest of Dean or looking at the views from atop the Malvern Hills. Whilst to the east you have the Cotswolds and its many quaint and beautiful villages, which you can visit.
Although the city is a port, the docks got neglected and then in the 1980′s the city
decided to renovate this area. There are plenty of riverside open spaces to wander around or you can visit one of the many shops in the docks area. And, as you’d expect, there are also plenty of bars for you to relax with a quiet drink and maybe some food. One of the warehouses that are situated in this part of the city also houses the National Waterways Museum. Whilst in Custom House you will find a museum that is dedicated to the Soldiers of Gloucestershire.
A visit to the city wouldn’t be complete without seeing Gloucester Cathedral. It has been a religious site for at least one thousand three hundred years. If you take the time to expore inside, you’ll be able to see its detailed architectural features and the cloisters are generally thought to be some of the most beautiful in present day England. If you find thinking that, you recognize this building from somewhere then you do as it was used as a set for the Harry Potter films.
Gloucester also has a large, central tranquil park. This can be found just a short stroll from the city center and was probably the first park to be developed. Along with plenty of space for children to play and you to enjoy a picnic on a summers 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 keep you informed about all the current events.
One more place that may well be of interest to you when you come to Gloucester is Blackfriars. This Dominican Priory is the oldest one in England. Although the friary itself was dissolved back in 1538, Thomas Bell bought the buildings for himself. 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. At certain times of the year English Heritage now offer guided tours around the property.
You can get a list of places to stay in Gloucester here.
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