10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Gloucester That You Shouldn't Miss

April 17, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

Gloucester (/ˈɡlɒstər/ ( listen)) is a city and district in southwest England, the county city of Gloucestershire. Gloucester lies close to the Welsh border, on the River Severn, between the Cotswolds to the east and the Forest of Dean to the southwest.
Restaurants in Gloucester

1. Gloucester Brewery

Fox's Kiln, West Quay, Gloucester GL1 2LG England +44 1452 668043 http://www.gloucesterbrewery.co.uk
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5.0 based on 41 reviews

Gloucester Brewery

Gloucester Brewery was established in October 2011, in the heart of the Gloucester Docks. It's creation was founded by Jared Brown and Bev Booth, who were passionate about creating modern, full flavoured, hoppy and distinctive beers. Their initial creations were Gloucester Gold, Mariner and Dockside Dark. All have won awards and have remained the core range. The Brewery and Brewery shop moved in early 2015 to a new larger premises within the docks, a disused malt house with an incredible industrial rustic feel to it. This allowed the expansion of the brewing facility as well as the online shop and the introduction of the events venue which is available for private hire. The shop is open 6 days a week, Mon - Sat. The Brewery is open to the public the last Friday of every month, details on the Gloucester Brewery website. Pre-booking is essential. We hope you enjoy your visit.

2. Jet Age Museum

Meteor Business Park Cheltenham Road East Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester GL2 9QL England +44 1452 260078 [email protected] http://www.jetagemuseum.org
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5.0 based on 599 reviews

Jet Age Museum

Dedicated to the preservation of Gloucestershire's rich aviation heritage, Jet Age Museum is an all-volunteer, registered charity. We tell the story of the Gloster Aircraft Company, focussing on the first Allied jet flight. Our mission is to preserve the past and inspire the future by telling the stories of the people and places that put the County at the forefront of the aerospace industry.

Reviewed By 124harryp

Came here with my three year old on a saturday. She loved looking at the planes and getting to play in the various different plane cockpits. The ticketed tours of the larger planes are well worth it as well, staff are friendly and informative and for free admission and parking it's well worth a visit.

3. Sherborne Cinema

Sherborne Street, Gloucester GL1 3BY England +44 1452 520560 https://www.facebook.com/sherbornecinemagloucester?fref=nf
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5.0 based on 109 reviews

Sherborne Cinema

Reviewed By suzyturner - Gloucester, United Kingdom

Nice little cinema old fashion tickets mug of tea/coffee and sweeks,clean toilet and helpful staff Up to date films free parking

4. Holy Innocents Church

Highnam Ct The Old School, Highnam, Gloucester GL2 8DP England http://www.highnamchurch.org/
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Holy Innocents Church

5. Trapped Escape Rooms

1A Longsmith Street, Gloucester GL1 2HJ England +44 1452 642647 [email protected] http://www.trappedescaperooms.co.uk
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5.0 based on 246 reviews

Trapped Escape Rooms

A real life themed adventure in the heart of Gloucester where players work together to escape a locked room in 60 minutes. Use your mind not your muscles in this challenging yet fun game with your family and friends.

Reviewed By jeremyn208 - Peterborough, United Kingdom

Our first escape room in many months, and we were proud to be the first customers to walk through the door on their first day of opening since lockdown. A friendly welcome greeted us with excellent consideration to Covid precautions throughout. We tackled 'The Butcher' room and despite being an experienced group with 15 or so other escape rooms under our belts we still found this room fairly challenging, only escaping with seconds to spare! Thrilling to see the last few minutes ticking away on the countdown timer and such a buzz escaping in the nick of time! Plenty of thinking needed to solve puzzles plus physical clues to find. Great fun though and the theming was excellent. We booked an early slot on a weekday so it was good value too. Recommended to all and we would certainly visit again for the other rooms if we're holidaying in the area again.

6. Graham's Bakery

Graham's Bakery, 22 Space Space Business Centre Olympus Park Olympus Park, Quedgeley,, Gloucester GL2 4AL England +44 7779 302309 [email protected] http://www.grahamsbakery.org
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Graham's Bakery

A Traditional Bakery that runs Bread Making courses for beginners and professionals. Courses are split in to 2 streams In depth and basic. "In Depth Courses" start with the "Essentials of Bread Making Course" a comprehensive course that covers all the fundamental knowledge required to really progress with your bread making journey, after this course the students can return for our "Follow On Courses" these include Italian (Pizza, focaccia, ciabatta) Soft Rolls, Buns (Chelsea, iced buns, tea cakes, fruit loaves, fruit buns, cinnamon squares, belgian buns, LARDY CAKES!),Brioche, Chollah, Panettone , Stollen, Spelt, rye, traditional sourdough and Artisan sourdough. Basic Courses are shorter, cheaper and less in depth, providing the simplest most robust methods of producing bread based products. Basic courses include, Croissants, Danish Pastries, White, Wholemeal, French, Pizza, Focaccia, Ciabatta, Lardy cake, Chelsea buns and Brioche.

7. The Turks Head Inn

76 Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2DX England +44 7771 982356
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

The Turks Head Inn

Reviewed By Lou2667 - Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits, France

What a find! Has the ambience of a century old bar, full of quirky decor and atmosphere. Great range of craft ciders and beers, a must for anyone visiting Gloucester and now open on Sundays.

8. Spa at Hatherley Manor

Hatherley Lodge Down Hatherley Lane, Down Hatherley, Gloucester GL2 9QA England +44 1452 733299 [email protected] https://hatherleymanor.com/the-spa
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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Spa at Hatherley Manor

Luxury spa and health club set in the gloucestershire country side we have six treament rooms including a dual room , 13m pool, large vitality pool with volcano pads , steam room, sauna , tepidarium and experience showers , our own champagne bar and lounge and garden retreat join us for spa days or become a member and experience our luxury every day!

Reviewed By Bubble077

Had a lovely spa day for my friends birthday! Facilities were perfect, massage was amazing and afternoon tea was delicious! Such good value for money and definitely one of the nicest spas I’ve ever been to. Would definitely recommend !

9. Gresham House Wellness

Gonville Place Gonville Hotel, Cambridge, Gloucester CB1 1LY England +44 1223 221117 [email protected] http://www.greshamhousewellness.co.uk
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5.0 based on 50 reviews

Gresham House Wellness

Cambridge’s Newest luxury retreat offers a selection of World Class indulgent treatments and luxurious beauty products. Considerable care has gone into restoring Gresham House, a Victorian Villa within central Cambridge’s conservation area. We have worked closely with restoration experts to ensure that Gresham House retains its period charm, whilst offering solace from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. With floral interiors and botanical scents, Gresham House Wellness is a place of tranquility and relaxation in the heart of Cambridge.

Reviewed By ahoysissy

I had the 90 min deep muscle massage by Kayleigh. It was as painful as it was relaxing, which is what I’d wanted. Focus was on the back and shoulders and she really tried to work out my knots which made me wince. The rest of the massage was so relaxing. Even wearing the face mask (mandatory when you turn over on to your back) wasn’t as uncomfortable as I’d thought, in fact when the hot pillow was put on my forehead too, I felt like I was in a warm, dark bubble which was lovely. My only criticism is hearing other ladies at reception chatting and laughing which unfortunately the lovely peaceful music couldn’t mask. The salon itself is is small and intimate and beautifully done, on the grounds of the Gonville Hotel so a treatment here is great if you’re a guest, which I was, as it’s so convenient.

10. Gloucester Cathedral

12 College Green, Gloucester GL1 2LX England +44 1452 528095 http://www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 3,496 reviews

Gloucester Cathedral

Reviewed By travelling_teena - San Francisco, United States

Gloucester Cathedral offers at least 3 tours (costs range 7-13 GBP) and they are conducted by volunteer locals, so I feel fine paying/contributing. I took the Highlights and the Tower tour total of 30min and 1hr respectively, (couldn't fit the Crypt tour) both done by lively docents who know their Norman vs. Perpendicular architecture and history. book when you enter. You could walk around on your own, but having a local guide you also get more interesting commentary.

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