Gloucester Civic Trust

Gloucester Local History Month starts today! 🎉 A super programme of tours, talks and exhibitions telling the story of Gloucester's people and industries. Today, we have pop-up stalls in St Michael's Tower, an Historic Characters Tour, We Are Gathered Here installationat St Nicholas' Church and Westgate Street comes alive with music, crafts and characters. Come on down this afternoon and join the fun! #LocalHistoryMonth #Gloucester #supportlocal #lovelocal

We're delighted to say that the restoration work on @thefolkofgloucester 's Pin Factory Annexe is now complete! 🥳 DA Cook builders did a fantastic job and of course it wouldn't have been possible without @historicengland 's Heritage at Risk Captial Fund. We're so glad that a part of Gloucester's pinmaking history has been preserved for future generations, showing what can be achieved when several heritage organisations work together. If you want to see the results for yourself, please come along to the grand reopening on Thursday the 28th of May! From 1pm onwards, our volunteer guides will be on hand to show you around The Folk and talk about Gloucester's pinmaking history.

💦 WHAT A WEEKEND BY WATER! ☀️ A huge thank you to all the amazing businesses involved and everyone who came along to enjoy A Weekend by Water last weekend 💛 From brilliant events and exclusive offers to sunshine-filled waterfront moments, Gloucester Docks was buzzing with energy ✨ A special shoutout to our Gloucester Ambassadors on their very first voluntary event — you were incredible! 🙌 As John Riley, Ambassador Coordinator for Gloucester BID, said: "The passion and commitment shown by our wonderful Gloucester Ambassadors throughout the weekend was truly impressive. From welcoming visitors to helping bring the whole event to life, they launched in style — and we’re so excited to see them continue making a difference in the city." Thank you for helping make it such a fantastic weekend 🌊 #AWeekendByWater #GloucesterDocks #Gloucester #GloucesterAmbassadors #SupportLocal LoveLocal

Announcing our next screening location... Gloucester! 🎬 We're delighted that there will be not one, but TWO chances to see Gentle, Angry Women on Friday 15th May: 📍@thefolkofgloucester ⏳️2.30pm and 7.30pm These screenings are part of a community programme of events by @voices.gloucester @gloscivictrust to commemorate 100 years since the General Strike. Join us to rediscover the lost legacy of the Women's Peace Protest, as three young women retrace the march to Greenham Common. "A really humbling story of collective women's activism and a roller coaster of emotions for the audience" Featuring Q&As with a special guest who campaigned at Greenham Common ☮️🕊 Tickets are available at Folklifefilms.co.uk 🎟 See you there! #CommunityFilmScreening #Gloucester #GreenhamCommon #PeacefulProtest @voices.gloucester @generalstrike100 @visitgloucester

Are you and your team looking for a team away day with a relaxing and meaningful purpose? @thefolkofgloucester is ready to welcome you! The Folk of Gloucester is a historic Tudor building located at 99-103 Westgate Street. Come and learn about who has lived in the building over the last 500 years with a tour from one of our specialist tour guides. Hold your team meeting in one of the oldest rooms in the city. Take part in a mindful creative activity with our resident textile artist, Ally Goff, and enjoy freshly prepared homemade food in our 'secret garden' café. The Folk of Gloucester is run by Gloucester Civic Trust, a registered charity. We are the current custodians of the buildings and responsible for their upkeep. Our aim is to restore and conserve these magical buildings so that they are still standing in another 500 years. Your booking payment goes straight back into their upkeep; thus you are directly helping with the survival of these iconic buildings. Prices start at £365 - contact [email protected] for a conversation about your day and how we can make sure your team leave feeling refreshed!

🌊🚶‍♂️ Discover Gloucester by Water this April! Join Gloucester Civic Trust for special guided walks as part of Weekend by Water on 25th & 26th April. 🕚 Walk times: 11am & 2pm 🎟️ Tickets: £10 📍 Explore Gloucester’s rich history, from its Roman roots to its vibrant docks and waterways Led by expert local guides, these walks bring the city’s fascinating past to life, perfect for visitors and locals alike. Come along, take a stroll, and see Gloucester from a whole new perspective! 👉 Find out more & plan your visit: https://share.google/MGBfW3fimEv6V9GHC 📅 Head to our website calendar to find out more and to book your tickets #AWeekendByWater #Gloucester #GuidedWalks #LocalHistory #ExploreGloucester

🕰️ Step back in time beneath your feet… Tours of the Bastion kick off on Tuesday, April 14th and there are still a few tickets left! Join a Civic Trust guide for a fascinating journey underground, where you’ll discover the remains of a Roman wall and a 13th-century defensive tower, hidden beneath a trapdoor in the King’s Walk Shopping Centre. 📅 Tour Dates: April 14th May 26th June 16th July 21st & 28th August 18th ⏰ Tour Times: 10:30 | 11:10 | 11:50 🎟️ Tickets: £8 adults | £5.50 children (11+) (Maximum 14 people per tour) 📍 Tickets available from the Museum (Brunswick Road) or Online ⚠️ Booking is essential Don’t miss your chance to explore this hidden piece of Gloucester /tickets-still.../

🌊 Step into Gloucester’s story… Join the Gloucester Civic Trust for a guided walk around the historic docks as part of A Weekend by Water ⚓ Discover how Gloucester Docks evolved into Britain’s most inland port and a destination, with expert volunteer guides bringing centuries of history to life along the waterfront. ✨ Expect hidden stories, striking architecture, and a fresh perspective on the city you thought you knew 👣 A perfect way to explore, learn, and soak up the atmosphere by the water 💷 £10 per person 📧 Book your place via [email protected] 📍 Meet at @kathleenmaygloucesterdocks 💬 Come curious – leave inspired #AWeekendByWater #GloucesterDocks #Gloucester #VisitGloucester #HistoryWalk

We are delighted to welcome our five new City Tour Guides! After almost a year of hard work and training, they're now fully qualified to show visitors around Gloucester and share the amazing history of our city. Congratulations to all of them for passing with flying colours! The group graduated with an official badge presentation at @discoverdecryptgloucester on Saturday, presided by the Mayor of Gloucester, Councillor Ashley Bowkett. The new guides are (from left to right): Dede Liss, Debe Lawson, @robinburton8233 , Simon Plumb and Gemma Roberts @gem_of_gloucester . Also pictured is Chris Burton, Tour Guides Training Officer, who oversaw the whole process. We wish them all many happy years of guiding!

📣 St Michael’s Tower is now open for the summer! We’re delighted to welcome visitors back to St Michael’s Tower for the 2026 season! 🕥 Opening hours (April): 10:30am – 2:00pm Come and explore this incredible historic landmark right at the heart of Gloucester. Built in 1465 and standing proudly at The Cross, the tower offers a fascinating glimpse into the city’s past – from its medieval origins to its famous bell-ringing heritage. PLUS 👣 Guided Walks are back! Monday to Saturday at 11:00am, starting from the tower, and discover the hidden history of Gloucester with our knowledgeable guides. Book your space via our website.

Step into history this summer in Gloucester 🏛️ Join Gloucester Civic Trust for daily guided walking tours of Gloucester’s historic city centre, starting April 1. Discover Roman origins, Saxon leaders like Aethelflaed, Civil War drama, and the stories behind inventions, writers, and local legends that shaped the world. 📍 Departing Monday–Saturday at 11:00am from St. Michael’s Tower ⏱️ Duration: approx. 1 hour 🎟️ Book your place now via the Gloucester Civic Trust website. #Gloucester #HistoryTours #VisitGloucester #Heritage #WalkingTour

📣 St Michael’s Tower Reopens for Summer! We’re delighted to announce that St Michael’s Tower will be opening for the summer season on Wednesday 1st April 2026! 🕥 Opening hours (April): 10:30am – 2:00pm Come and explore this incredible historic landmark right at the heart of Gloucester. Built in 1465 and standing proudly at The Cross, the tower offers a fascinating glimpse into the city’s past, from its medieval origins to its famous bell-ringing heritage. 👋 Our friendly volunteers will be on hand to share stories about the tower and help you discover the must-see spots around the city. ☕ Enjoy refreshments while you explore 🔔 Have a go at ringing the bells (if you’re feeling brave!) 🎨 Special Event (1–9 April): We’re hosting a small exhibition by Tina Pentney, celebrating the mysterious Green Man. Discover where these carvings can be found across Gloucester… and see if you can spot the hidden Green Man inside the tower 👀 🙌 We’re also looking for new volunteers! If you’ve got a few hours to spare and an interest in local history, we’d love to hear from you. The more volunteers we have, the longer we can stay open. 🌟 With more events planned throughout the summer, be sure to pop in regularly and see what’s coming up! #Gloucester #LocalHistory #Heritage #VisitGloucester #Volunteer #WhatsOn