Gloucester campsites

With its magical Whispering Gallery, stunning architecture and vaulted cloisters - which famously doubled as the corridors of Hogwarts - head to Gloucester Cathedral for a free spell of culture which will delight everyone.

Then there’s Blackfriars Priory, with its magnificent timbered roof, it’s the most complete example of a medieval Dominican Priory in Britain.  Following renovations, the beautiful historic fabric has been retained and you can now experience the beauty of the site including the private courtyard garden, the magnificent scale of the original scissor-braced roof and the Scriptorium, the oldest and most well preserved, medieval library in Britain.

Proud volunteers offer a range of tours around Gloucester’s skyline-dominating Cathedral, from the Library to the Stonemasons Workshop, all the way up the tower (and its 269 steps) – this is an essential experience to be had by all!

Maybe walking is your thing... Gloucester’s position by the River Severn means that pleasant walks can be taken by the water and the docks are where you can see many varieties of boat and ship, as well as take a pleasure boat ride to learn more of the city's rich culture.

Discover over 2,000 years of fascinating history during a 90-minute stroll with an expert guide. Civic Trust walking tours are one of the best way to learn about the city of Gloucester and its rich history. The guides offer incredible insight into the heritage of the city and the Docks.

Uncover the story behind some of Gloucester’s most iconic and best loved buildings with self-guided tour, you can choose from any of the three tours, Gloucester City Centre, Gloucester Docks and Kings, Queens and Martyrs Tours. 

Or perhaps you’re intrigued by the supernatural and spooky... Gloucester hosts paranormal investigation walks around the city and the county.

Looking for something different, the local Gloucester Brewery offers tours to the public and during the tour you will get to try generous samples of three to four beers, enjoy a half an hour talk and tour of the brewery site and finish off with a buffet of local meats and cheeses that complement the selection of beers for that evening.

Be sure to check out Nature in Art, the world's first museum and art gallery dedicated to fine, decorative and applied art inspired by nature. The displays embrace 2D and 3D work in all mediums and styles from across the world.

Why try stand-up paddle boarding? Not only is it great core exercise, but it's a fantastic way to see the world from the water. At SUP Gloucester, you'll get great views of the historic city docks and get to paddleboard alongside tall ships, gazing up at them from an angle that normally only fish get to see.

Sticking to the exercise theme, The Warehouse Climbing Centre is set over 5 floors with dedicated spaces for climbing, bouldering and children's activities. The Digi wall, auto belay room and kids bouldering area offer a unique range of activities where children can learn, keep fit, grow in confidence but most importantly, have fun.

Then there’s Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre. Located on the outskirts of the city of Gloucester on the edge of the beautiful Cotswolds offering tubing sessions, skiing, snowboarding and snoXross.

If you’re looking for a museum with a difference then look no further than The Jet Age Museum, it’s a really interesting place to visit, even if you aren't a budding pilot or petrol head. There are a number of planes to investigate, plus several cockpits including that of a Vulcan bomber, that have been adapted so you can try out the pilot's seat and experience what it would have been like for them and the best part, it’s free!

250-acres of open countryside with viewpoint, pleasant walks and way-marked nature trails that cover the hill with a traditional orchard which has been revived and replanted.  It can only be the wonderful Robinswood Hill. A terrific walking landscape and enjoyable for animal lovers, Robinswood Hill is also habitat for many creatures, such as badgers, foxes and birds including Red Kites amongst others.

And finally, there’s The Forest of Dean, the 42-square mile of woodland is the oldest oak forest in England and a wonderfully scenic place for outdoor adventure activities. Key scenes in Harry Potter& the Deathly Hallows were set here.