Jun 11th, 2026 | BID, Business Awards & Achievements, City Centre, Events, News, Shop Gloucester
Gloucester’s biggest celebration of community spirit, business success and local pride is back as nominations officially open for the Believe in Gloucester Awards 2026. Organised by Gloucester BID, the annual awards recognise the people, businesses, charities...
Jun 5th, 2024 | City Centre
The Believe in Gloucester Awards has seen over 200 applications since nominations opened on February 1st, and as a result the team are extending the deadline for entries and nominations...
Believe in Gloucester Awards entry deadline extended by Marketing | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Oct 31st, 2023 | Business Awards & Achievements, BID, News
Businesses across the city have come together to re-launch the Believe in Gloucester awards for 2024. Gloucester BID is bringing back the popular event for next year to help celebrate the city’s retailers, businesses, charities and community projects. There will be 15...
Dec 17th, 2021 | BID, News
Gloucester BID has announced the winners of their Best Dressed Christmas Window competition. The six lucky winners from across the city were chosen for the efforts staff have made to make the season bright! The competition, launched in November, celebrates...
Aug 3rd, 2022 | News, BID
Gloucester Goes Retro is back this August to transport the city back in time with a new 90s section and ‘Retro on the Water.’ The popular event takes place on Saturday 27 August. Expect a new 90s section in Kings Square with cars from the era, along with...
Jun 5th, 2023 | City Centre
SO 82969 18442 from SO 82961 18477 Gloucester’s Blackfriars Priory will be the city’s first choice wedding venue, according to civic chiefs as the council is about to undertake a...
Blackfriars ‘will be the first choice wedding venue’ in Gloucester, civic chiefs say by Marketing | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
May 20th, 2023 | City Centre
A blue plaque commemorating the life of influential evangelist, George Whitefield, has been updated to give a more rounded account of his life story. The sign that sits on the...
Blue plaque to reveal more about one of Gloucester’s most famous historic figures by Marketing | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Dec 16th, 2021 | BID, News
A BLUE plaque has been unveiled to commemorate the site of the Bank of England in Gloucester, which was the first branch of the bank to open outside of London. Its unveiling on TK Maxx Northgate Street signals the site’s rich history and benefit to the community. The...
Jan 25th, 2022 | BID, Business in Focus
By Anjola Sulaiman Opening a little over six years ago, the Brewhouse and Kitchen in Gloucester became the eighth branch to join the growing chain which has expanded to a current total of twenty-three nationwide branches. Its attractive location in the Gloucester...
Mar 21st, 2024 | News, BID, City Centre, Community, Events
Bright Nights, the illuminating family festival brightening up the dark nights, returns this Easter. The popular programme organised by Gloucester City Council working with Gloucester BID and partners across the city is set to entertain over the Easter break....
May 1st, 2023 | City Centre
Bristol Water should pay for the dredging needed to fix the high siltation siltation levels which are preventing boats from mooring at Gloucester Docks, believes civic chief Pam Tracey. Dockside...
Bristol Water should pay for Gloucester Docks to be dredged, say former mayor by Marketing | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Mar 27th, 2024 | News, BID
Gloucester BID is looking for 12 businesses in the BID area that are interested in having a themed piece of artwork installed and displayed on their window for the month of May. The business must have a street level window that is large enough for a piece of themed...
Mar 28th, 2024 | News, BID, Business, Events
Gloucester Business Improvement District is inviting the Gloucestershire business community to a rare, and exciting, opportunity to obtain one of twelve unique and vibrant sculptures and be the envy of their peers in their upcoming auction! Standing at 6ft tall, the...
Oct 13th, 2021 | News, BID, Business in Focus
Long-established Gloucester shoe shop, AG Meek, on the move. ONE of the longest-established independent shoe shops in Gloucester is moving premises in the city. A G Meek’s relocation from Westgate Street to Eastgate Street will place it opposite the new Primark which...
May 9th, 2022 | News, BID, Business in Focus
Commercial Road is often bypassed, but with the imminent opening of the Food Dock it’s likely to become a popular thoroughfare. In this Business in Focus, we look at the businesses on the street. Gloucester Framing Gloucester Framing offers a fully bespoke fine...
Feb 8th, 2022 | BID, Business in Focus
By Anjola Sulaiman If you have been searching for a family focused shoe retailer where you can buy shoes for your entire family without breaking the bank, look no further than Deichmann Gloucester. The retailer is the market leader in the German and European shoe...
Dec 16th, 2021 | BID, Business in Focus
A 300K refurbishment of the largest office building in Eastgate Street has breathed life into the area and created jobs for local people. Eastgate House is home to several city business tenants which serve the public, including an NHS dentist and driving theory test...
Jul 27th, 2022 | BID, Business in Focus
If you’re looking for quirky gifts or items for the home and garden, pop along and have a look in Gift Company at Gloucester Quays. Here you’ll find a friendly store full of discounted present ideas such as candles, teddies, mugs and ornaments. It also has regularly...
Dec 22nd, 2021 | BID, Business in Focus
The staff at GL1 leisure centre in Gloucester provide such a welcoming atmosphere that it’s a place where people of all ages and abilities can enjoy. As a non-profit charitable trust, the main aim of Gloucester’s GL1 leisure centre is to promote the mental and...
Aug 9th, 2021 | Business in Focus
Are there some shops you walk into and feel like you could stay all day? Idun Spirit is one of those. As soon as you enter, you feel welcome, relaxed and open. In fact, Idun owners, Libby and Toni say this is exactly the sort of environment they wanted to create. Some...
Apr 28th, 2022 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, Marketing & Promotion
If you are looking for a brand that embodies the British countryside, but gives a colourful, contemporary twist, look no further than Joules. It is a premium lifestyle brand that prides itself on designing items that combine eye-catching elements with a functionality...
Feb 7th, 2022 | News, Business in Focus
Eastgate Street is one of Gloucester’s most historic thoroughfares. It’s also currently home to an eclectic range of businesses both old and new. Here we feature some: Eastgate Cycles Eastgate Cycles are an independent cycle and accessory store. They aim...
Sep 30th, 2021 | BID, Business in Focus
As soon as you walk into the Mark Blake Gloucester salon, you feel pampered and relaxed. The hub of haircare is one of three salons in Gloucestershire where client experience is key. You can expect a warm welcome at the Gloucester, Cirencester and Cheltenham salons...
Mar 3rd, 2022 | BID, Business, Business in Focus
If you’re looking to find a quality space for your business in Gloucester, it’s worth a look at Regus with two great business centres in the heart of the city. You’ll find fully equipped workspaces with everything taken care of, including furniture and high-speed...
May 19th, 2022 | BID, Business in Focus
If money saving is high on your priority list, visit Savers in Gloucester where you’ll find bargains in home, health and beauty products. Savers has over 500 stores in the UK with a mission to provide the best products at the best prices along with great service. The...
Mar 31st, 2022 | BID, Business in Focus
Volunteers are being sought to help breathe new life into the much-loved Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum on Gloucester’s quayside. New management has revealed huge plans to make changes to the museum including: opening up the previously private top floor of the...
Feb 2nd, 2022 | News, BID, Business in Focus
If you’re looking for a tucked away and laidback pub which serves a huge variety of beer, look no further than The Pelican Inn Gloucester. Officially the Best Real Ale Pub in Gloucestershire currently according to CAMRA, The Pelican has also been CAMRA Gloucester City...
Oct 7th, 2022 | Business in Focus
Meet the wonderful volunteers and trustees of The Raven – one of Gloucester’s most historic buildings. The Raven Senior’s Association has been running since the 1960s with the aims of providing a place for the elderly in the community, along with taking care of...
Oct 7th, 2021 | BID, Business in Focus
If you want to support one of the most pivoting businesses in Gloucester, The Vine Bar and Kitchen would be a good place to start! Like most businesses over the past 18 months, the Eastgate Street premises has faced several challenges. But now, with a wealth of offers...
Jun 2nd, 2022 | BID, Business in Focus
If you’re looking for the biggest and fluffiest pancakes in Gloucester, then head to Yanto’s Pancake House on The Oxebode. Yanto’s uses the freshest products prepared by an in-house team of chefs offering pancakes in different styles: Dutch, American style stacks,...
Aug 16th, 2021 | Business in Focus, BID
If you have ever visited the Gloucester YMCA store, you’ll know that it’s larger than most charity shops and offers a wealth of high-quality stock. Located on Northgate Street, manager Irene Rose expertly runs the Gloucester YMCA. Irene is a proud Gloucester native...
Nov 4th, 2021 | BID, Business in Focus
Fantasy and Gothic giftware shop 14 Gifts has moved to larger premises in Gloucester. The independent shop, owned by husband-and-wife George and Lizzie, started out on a stall five years ago before moving to a shop in the Eastgate Shopping Centre. This week, they...
Oct 13th, 2022 | BID, Business in Focus
Prepare for the festivities early and book your Christmas party in Gloucester at a range of restaurants including Bill’s! They have a new Christmas set menu fit for a festive feast. Bill’s at Gloucester Quays can cater for parties of up to 20. The large restaurant is...
Mar 30th, 2023 | Business in Focus, BID, Business, News
Vibrant and alternative retail outlet Bizarre, celebrates 7 years in business! Based in the heart of the Westgate Street community, you’ll find a wonderful and vibrant shop called Bizarre, who are celebrating 7 years in business this month. Women owned and women run,...
Dec 9th, 2021 | BID, Business in Focus
If you’re looking for high quality second-hand furniture and electricals, it’s worth checking out the extensive range in the Northgate Street British Heart Foundation store. The long-established charity is celebrating its 60th year and raises money to research cures...
Sep 23rd, 2021 | BID, Business in Focus
If you want quality footwear along with a professional service, head to Clarks in Gloucester. The long-standing shoemakers has been in the city centre for over 60 years, but the brand’s story began almost 200 years ago when Cyrus and James Clark made a slipper from...
