Learn more about Gloucester’s High Street Heritage Action Zone – Cathedral Quarter, Westgate Gloucester
Westgate is one of the oldest and best preserved areas of Gloucester and the main commercial route linking the cathedral to the rest of the city.
One of four original Roman routes, Westgate links the spectacular medieval cathedral to the rest of the city. Its array of stunning historic buildings includes the 15th century timber-framed Fleece Inn and Judges’ Lodgings, both of which are on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk register. Despite its strong historic character, proximity to the cathedral and good location, Westgate Street is underperforming.
The Heritage Action Zone will capitalise on Westgate’s untapped potential and boost the number of people living, working and taking pride in the area. The award of up to £1.9m to Gloucester City Council will invest in Westgate Street’s beautiful historic buildings, repairing buildings and historic shopfronts and converting vacant upper floors for new uses. There will be advice and support for businesses in historic properties, and the streetscape will be improved with new signage and branding. The area will be vibrant with cultural activities, from community archaeology to performing arts, and will become known for its attractive evening and night-time offer. The Heritage Action Zone will help Westgate thrive again by bringing a modern business approach to an outstanding historic environment.
Interactive Archaeology – Launch of the Cathedral Quarter High Street Heritage Action Zone in Westgate, Gloucester from Gloucester History Festival on Vimeo.
For more information on the project, including an area map, please read the article by Historic England.
If you have a business in the Cathedral Quarter please feel free to add the Cathedral Quarter logo to your website or to your email signature.
