Gloucestershire

A nice site in the heart of the forest with good well maintained facilities. An ideal base camp for a Wye Valley adventure.

A beautiful footbridge in the Wye Valley.

Gloucester Ski & Snowboard Centre on Robinswood Hill in Matson is home to a 230-metre main slope, an extended racing slope and beginners’ courses. The slopes are all serviced by four ski lifts. Ski or Snowboard Lessons Ski & snowboard lessons are ideal for individuals, children and larger groups, and they also offer tuition for…

Inspired by a few TV shows I watch, I have researched gold and gems found in the Gloucestershire, Cotswolds and Forest of Dean geology. This includes details of precious metals and stones found in the county and historical mines. Inspiration A few television programs that inspired me to do some research these are: Gold Rush…

Glamping in the county is a nice option for a staycation.

A modern eatery in the town centre serving good food from a menu devised by a past masterchef winner.

Establishments that you can visit with pets in town in the city.

Gloucester Docks usually hosts the Tall Ships Festival on the Spring Bank Holiday weekend in May. This is a fun event for all the family, and people travel from far and wide to see the ships and enjoy the fun. The festival is a splendid chance to see some historic boats and learn about their…

Athena Olives is a shop in the Indoor Market in Eastgate Shopping Centre, Gloucester. They are open from 9 to 5 Monday to Saturday. This is a fantastic option in the city for interesting food products. If you love cooking and tasty ingredients, this is a place you should visit. If you enjoy Greek food,…

Saul Junction is where the Gloucester to Sharpness Canal meets the Stroudwater Canal. The junction is popular with boaters, and there are many lovely walks along the idyllic waterways. Nearby is a marina and visitor centre; the marina is a place for moorings and also has boats for sale. The major waterway here is the…

I have visited Greek on the docks many times in the last few years and had a very enjoyable time. This includes some fantastic date nights. They are a very good Greek restaurant that does some delicious cuisine, especially the meat options. Greek on the Docks is a fantastic place for a date night or…

Cheltenham town centre is a fantastic place to dine out for breakfast or brunch. There are many options in the restaurants, coffee shops and cafes. You can enjoy a traditional full English breakfast or something a bit more healthy. Most serve hot drinks with your food, including coffee and tea. Some of these places also…

There are many options for fish & chip restaurants & takeaways in Gloucester City Centre. The chippies of the city sell traditional options, including cod, haddock and pies. Most sell battered or plain Gloucester sausages and other delights. Some also sell delicious faggots and onions to have with a portion of chips. I love to…

Mallards Pike Lake in the Forest of Dean is a special place to visit and enjoy the beauty. This lake is a great place for a walk, cycling, or just a relaxing picnic on the banks. After enjoying a walk or cycle, there is also a café near the car park and picnic area. This…

There are many options for places to purchase CBD in Gloucestershire, including in Cheltenham and Gloucester. CBD, Cannabidiol is a phytocannabinoid that scientists discovered in 1940. This is one of some 113 identified cannabinoids in cannabis plants. It accounts for up to 40% of the plant’s extract. As of 2018, preliminary clinical research on cannabidiol…

There are many restaurants in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds that do a fantastic Sunday lunch. This includes some that have special offers for traditional roast meals. There are several pubs and restaurants doing deals, including some in Gloucester, Stroud and Cheltenham. Where Is Your Favourite Restaurant For a Traditional Sunday Roast? Sunday Lunch in Gloucestershire…

Public transport for people travelling in the FOD and Wye valley.

Walking around the hill can take many routes, depending on your choice, you will see magnificent views.

As well as a fish eatery, Severn & Wye food shop stocks lots of local produce including cheese, a deli counter, chocolate and has a fantastic fish counter and many other nice treats.

There are many distilleries in Gloucestershire, many of which offer tours and tasting sessions. The most common tipples distilled in the county include gin and whisky. The term distillery signifies a place or a building where the alcohol is manufactured. The distillation process separates fermented products and helps to produce high-quality alcohol contents. This is…

There is an array of options for pubs and bars in Cheltenham for visitors and locals to visit. Pubs include chains and traditional independent boozers. Some even have beer gardens to enjoy in the summer. There are a variety of bar types to suit most tastes throughout Cheltenham. There are sports bars where you can…

There is a vast choice of walks in the Forest of Dean, ranging from Sunday afternoon strolls and circular pub walks to long-distance adventure hikes. Some key walking areas include the Wye Valley AONB, Cannop Ponds, and Mallards Pike. There are many other routes through the woods; however, Ordnance Survey or Komoot is a great…

Future Rooms Ltd is a Gloucestershire-based glamping pod manufacturer and also a supplier of luxury garden buildings. The Gloucestershire-based company has expanded their portfolio to include pods. UK Glamping Pod Manufacturer They supply campsites with rooms for use as holiday accommodation for groups of usually up to 4 people. Also, they build glamping pods, again…

A guide to breweries, including the smaller microbreweries based in Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds & Forest of Dean. This includes local companies that brew beer in the county. This guide also covers those that make good-quality cider and perry. We also have a guide of vineyards producing wine in Gloucestershire. Breweries In Gloucestershire Details of some…

Randwick Woods is a public footpath through beech and yew woodlands in the Cotswolds. There are various routes through the woods, including some circular walks. There are also routes through the woodland used by MTB off-road bikes that look like great fun. They call the walking route above the Randwick Ramble, and the National Trust…

A guide to the best cafes and places to eat out for lunch, specifically in Gloucester city centre. For bigger meals, see our Gloucester restaurants page for other options. These establishments are ideal for dishes such as sandwiches, baguettes, baked potatoes or something healthier, like a salad. There are also some fantastic pubs in Gloucester…

Tetbury is a small town in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England. It’s a lovely town to visit, and there’s lots of niceness to see. Tetbury is a great option to visit on a tour of the Cotswolds. It lies on the site of an ancient hill fort, on which an Anglo-Saxon monastery was built….

St Bartholomew’s Church is in the parish of Churchdown, Gloucester. The small church is an ancient Christian site near the peak of Churchdown Hill. They still use St Bartholomew’s Church for worship most Sundays and, on other occasions. The Church has its origins in Norman times, about 1175, but the site had earlier Christian and…

There are many options for walks in and near to Gloucester City Centre. These include many urban walks or in the nearby countryside. One of the more challenging and steep walks is up to the top of Robinswood Hill. An ideal place to view the city from above. For those that like urban walking routes,…