Gloucestershire is a rural county in the South West of England. This blog features posts specifically to do with travel and life in the county.
Garden buildings are useful for everything from storing tools and garden equipment to creating extra space for work, hobbies or relaxation. Several companies supply garden buildings in Gloucestershire,…
Another of my favourite places for a walk in Gloucestershire is the countryside around the villages of Elmore and Longney. You can either walk along the country lanes…
Gloucestershire has a wide choice of skin clinics, holistic health centres, massage treatments and complementary therapists. Options range from advanced skin treatments and facials to massage, acupuncture and…
Tetbury is a small town in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England. It is a lovely place to visit, with plenty to see, and makes a great stop…
A popular place for walking with a variety of establishments to eat and drink with your canine friends in tow.
The weekly Stroud farmers’ market takes place in Cornhill Market and the nearby streets. It is open from 9 am until 2 pm every Saturday and is a…
Finding a dog-friendly place to eat and drink can sometimes be a challenge, so we have built this section from my research with the dog in tow. This…
Gloucester Goes Retro is a fantastic classic car show and retro festival held in the city. Each area of the city covers a different era of automobile history,…
The Gloucester to Sharpness Canal is a fantastic walk and off-road cycling route through some amazing Gloucestershire countryside. Hikers can walk from either end of the canal or…
Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds offer lots of walks and walking routes to enjoy. The Cotswolds are mostly hilly, so there are plenty of opportunities for hilly routes in…
A visit to the WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre is a wonderful day out in Gloucestershire. Managed by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, WWT Slimbridge is a wetland and…
Gloucester can be a fun place during the Christmas holidays, with plenty going on. The streets are decorated each year, as are many of the shops. Gloucester Cathedral…
Stroud has many independent pubs, cafes and restaurants for visitors to eat and drink in. It’s a great place for lunch out or a few beers and has…
Breakheart Quarry near Dursley in Gloucestershire is a great place to go for a walk or picnic. It’s also a fantastic place for a dog walk. The area…
Being a rural county, Gloucestershire has some fantastic countryside for dog walks. Gloucester, Cheltenham, and other towns in the county also have many pleasant dog-walking parks. The Cotswolds…
The Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail is a free walk through the woods at Beechenhurst in Gloucestershire, with artworks hidden among the trees. It is one of my…
Gloucestershire offers many great places to watch the sunrise or sunset. These include Gloucester, Cheltenham, the Forest of Dean, and the many villages of the Cotswolds. However, some…
This is about an enjoyable walk from the bus stop in Joy’s Green, via Lydbrook, to The Saracen’s Head Pub at Symonds Yat. It was a long hike,…
You’ll find plenty of camping equipment shops in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds to stock up for your next outdoor adventure. Outdoor specialists typically sell all the equipment and…
A short walk from Gloucester Cathedral, the Bishop Hooper Memorial is a historic monument in St Mary’s Square. The best way to find it is to pass through Saint Mary’s…
Gloucester has many places to eat breakfast or brunch, including some nice cafes & other eateries. Many serve traditional full English breakfasts. Bacon, sausage, and egg sandwiches are…
If you’re interested in ghost walks and tours, there are options in Gloucestershire, including Gloucester & Cheltenham. I have always been interested in the paranormal, ghosts, and haunted…
The walk from Edge to Haresfield is a special route across the beacon and through some lovely woodland. I used the local bus service to get to and…
Welcome to my guide to birdwatching in Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds and the Forest of Dean, an area with an excellent choice of habitats to watch British birds and…
Cannop Ponds are two large ponds, located to the north of Parkend in the Forest of Dean and near to the Speech House Hotel. The ponds and surrounding…
Gloucester Cathedral is a stunning building and the city’s top tourist attraction. It is the city’s centrepiece and has a fascinating history. The cathedral is one of the…
There are a few priories in Gloucestershire, most of which are in Gloucester. The Priories of Gloucester are all within walking distance of each other, making for a…
Food and drink suppliers and producers in Gloucestershire. This includes farmers’ markets, farm shops and other local food stores. The county has lots of food and drink producers…
Forest of Dean Restaurants: our guide to the best places to eat out in the Forest of Dean, including in Cinderford, Coleford, Lydney, Wye Valley and Symonds Yat….
Gloucester has plenty of pubs to choose from, from traditional boozers to modern bars. Country pubs in the city’s suburbs can be fun to visit, especially after a…