Absorb Some History at the Gloucester History Festival – 4-19th September
If you stand today in the middle of Gloucester, you’re above 2,000 years of history: a Roman fortress, a Saxon royal centre, a prosperous medieval market town, a Roundhead bastion and a Victorian industrial hub. The 2021 offer includes in-person and online talks, events and podcasts to bring together local and internationally known, renowned artists and key community figures in venues across the city.
Enjoy Outdoor Theatre – 4th September
Slapstick Picnic invites you to a performance of The Importance of Being Ernest at Llanthony Secunda Priory as part of its summer tea party – marvellous feats of performance and culinary capers await. Over tea and cucumber sandwiches, we ask that you prepare to witness the impossible.
Browse the stalls at the Orchard Street Market – 4-5th September
Discover the very finest local food, drink, art, design, vintage and modern craft carefully selected from Gloucester artisans and businesses local to the South West. The Orchard Street Market brings together the finest, and often award-winning, food, drink, art and craft producers in the area. The event will feature handpicked specialists, who source, grow, rear, bake, make, and create the products they sell, which ensures their goods are unique, original and designed to inspire.
Join the Pilgrimage from Tewkesbury Abbey to Gloucester Cathedral – 4th September
To mark the Association of English Cathedral’s Year of Pilgrimage, Gloucester Cathedral is delighted to be leading this pilgrimage. Starting at Tewkesbury Abbey, with options to join the pilgrimage at Tirley, Ashleworth and Maisemore, it concludes at Gloucester Cathedral where pilgrims are warmly invited to join Evensong.
Have a Look Behind the Scenes during Heritage Open Days – 10-13th September
Gloucester’s events, organised by Gloucester Civic Trust, feature a multitude of tours and events, from the opportunity to see inside buried Roman ruins to viewing the inside one of the best examples of a Tudor Merchant’s house in the country. The city is among the top venues in the country with its huge range of activities during Heritage Open Days. The free programme of guided walks, talks and heritage venues open to the public all offer a rare change for people to explore the sites of Gloucester.
Enjoy a concert of Part Songs by Holst and Vaughan Williams – 11 September
The Gustav Holst Society and the Ralph Vaughan Williams Society are coming together to host a lunchtime concert of Part Songs to be performed by Gloucester Cathedral Singers directed by the Cathedral’s Director of Music, Adrian Partington. The programme consists of part songs by Gustav Holst, including several being performed for the first time and now published by Goodmusic under the title ‘The Voyager’.
See the Ladybird Artists Exhibition before it Goes – Until 26th September
Uncover the story of the talented artists who illustrated Ladybird books for more than 30 years. This beautiful and colourful exhibition puts on display an unparalleled collection of books, original artwork and artefacts and shows how the numerous.
Enjoy music, comedy or film – throughout September
Right in the heart of the city, Gloucester Guildhall is a vibrant venue home to an impressive programme of music, comedy, film, and theatre. As well as our 400 capacity main hall we have a beautiful 100 seat cinema room, multiple meeting and conference spaces, art galleries and the Bar and Kitchen all housed in our beautiful Grade II listed building.
Enjoy alfresco dining at Gloucester Quays – throughout September
Enjoy the late summer sun at the many restaurants at the historical docks. Around the waterfront you’ll find favourite restaurants like Five Guys, Nando’s, Portivo Lounge, TGI Fridays, Zizzi, Coal Bar and Grill and Wagamama who will be serving up delicious dishes for eating alfresco.
Cheer on your team at a rugby or football match – throughout September
Cheer along Gloucester in a live rugby match at Kingsholm or Gloucester City football match at New Meadow Park. Various fixtures throughout the month.
https://www.gloucesterrugby.co.uk/ https://www.gloucestercityafc.com/
Bid on a crystal at the Crystals Auction at Idun Spirit – 15th September
Be in with a chance of owning a rare crystal at a charity auction in aid of Longfield Care. Idun Spirit have been donated the crystals which have been stored in an attic for 26 years. They include large and rare specimens you’ll be able to bid on.
