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AETHELFLAED Anglo Saxon Exhibition

Find out more about who Aethelflaed was, why she was important not only to Gloucester but the entire country. This fascinating exhibition displays artefact and written sources from the Anglo Saxon era. Including the chance to see the act…
- Sun 1st Jul 10:00 - Sat 15th Sep 17:00, 2018
Free
Model Funfair Exhibition

Come and see beautiful working funfair model rides and accompanying funfair transport . The models are made by experienced model makers and enthusiasts and have taken months if not years to complete. The exhibition is a must see event whi…
- Sat 1st Sep, 2018 10:00 - 17:00
Free
Mock Mayor of Barton Parade

This intentionally comical parade is filled with larger than life Gloucester characters, traditional entertainers, music and, above all, fun! The new Mock mayor of Barton is transported through the streets in an unusual mode of transport b…
- Sat 1st Sep, 2018 11:00 - 12:00
Free
GLOUCESTER DAY - A HISTORY

SIEGE OF GLOUCESTER The Siege of Gloucester, in the English Civil War took place from 10 August – 5th September 1643, between the defending parliamentarian garrison of Gloucester and the besieging army of King Charles 1. The siege was ended…
- Sat 1st Sep, 2018 11:00 - 15:00
Free
Thanksgiving Service

Gloucester Day Thanksgiving service will take place at Brunswick Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to attend this free service.
- Sat 1st Sep, 2018 12:00 - 13:00
Free
Living History- The Civil War

Visit the re enactors to see how life was during the Civil War for soldiers and their families.
- Sat 1st Sep, 2018 12:00 - 16:00
Free
Gloucester Day Parade

The 2nd parade of the day is a far more formal affair – involving hundreds of participants, led by the Right Worshipful Mayor of Gloucester. The parade is the finest example of community cohesion in the city today, where hundreds of peopl…
- Sat 1st Sep, 2018 14:00 - 15:00
Free
Joan Cook: A woman of vision

An Exhibition on Joan Cook, founder of Gloucesters first ‘Free school of grammar’ a woman of visioncurated by Discover Decrypt Historical research group. Would you escape the rod in a Tudor classroom? Take our Tudor school quiz to find out.…
- Sun 2nd Sep, 2018 10:00 - 16:00
- Mon 3rd Sep 09:00 - Sat 15th Sep 17:00, 2018
Free
Gloucestershire Heritage Hub Open Day

First chance to see former Kingsholm School/ Gloucestershire Archives’ major transformation. Behind the scenes guided tours (10.30, 11.30, 12.30, 13.30 and 14.30). Family history drop-in sessions; exhibitions on archival treasures, Joa…
- Sun 2nd Sep, 2018 10:30 - 16:00
Free
Llanthony Secunda Priory: Open Day

Experience the newly restored Medieval Range, Brick Range and Victorian Farmhouse, following a £4m restoration project to save Llanthony’s listed buildings. Explore 900 years of history of this former Augustinian priory at your own pace th…
- Sun 2nd Sep, 2018 11:00 - 15:00
- Sun 2nd Sep, 2018 14:00
Free
Gloucestershire’s Treasure Hoards

10.00- 14.00 in Scriptorium: Display of treasures from local metal detectorists coordinated by Andy Frape from the Taynton Metal Detecting Club. Also, drop-in finds workshop with Kurt Adams. 12.00 - 14.00. 10.30 - 11.15 Talk in The Butte…
- Sat 8th Sep, 2018 10:00 - 14:00
- Sat 8th Sep, 2018 10:30 - 11:15
- Sat 8th Sep, 2018 12:00 - 14:00
Free
Invisible History Mystery Trail

Collect a trail map from the tent in Cathedral Green, Gloucester Cathedral then explore Gloucester’s historic city centre. Complete challenges to reveal hidden facts and solve the Invisible History Mystery to get your reward! Finish at L…
- Sat 8th Sep, 2018 11:00 - 15:00
Free
Janina Ramirez - Riddle of The Runes Family Event

Plunge into a world of riddles, runes and revenge with Viking expert Janina Ramirez who introduces you to the fearless shield-maiden Alva and needs your help to solve a mysterious crime in the Fjords of Kilsgard. Come along and find out fas…
- Sat 8th Sep, 2018 15:30 - 16:30
Paid
Stonemasons Demonstration

Watch our experienced stonemasons work using medieval techniques and hear them talk about the traditional hand tools they use
- Mon 10th Sep, 2018 13:00 - 15:00
Free
Drama at Blackfriars - Rise Up Women!

Join Gloucester's suffragettes as they prepare to march to London in this powerful new 15 minute performance by students of the University of Gloucestershire directed by Fiona Ross.
- Mon 10th Sep, 2018 17:20 - 17:35
- Mon 10th Sep, 2018 19:20
Free

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AETHELFLAED Anglo Saxon Exhibition

Model Funfair Exhibition

Mock Mayor of Barton Parade

GLOUCESTER DAY - A HISTORY

Thanksgiving Service

Living History- The Civil War

Gloucester Day Parade

Joan Cook: A woman of vision

Gloucestershire Heritage Hub Open Day

Llanthony Secunda Priory: Open Day

Gloucestershire’s Treasure Hoards

Invisible History Mystery Trail

Janina Ramirez - Riddle of The Runes Family Event

Stonemasons Demonstration

Drama at Blackfriars - Rise Up Women!

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AETHELFLAED Anglo Saxon Exhibition

Model Funfair Exhibition

Mock Mayor of Barton Parade

GLOUCESTER DAY - A HISTORY

Thanksgiving Service

Living History- The Civil War

Gloucester Day Parade

Joan Cook: A woman of vision

Gloucestershire Heritage Hub Open Day

Llanthony Secunda Priory: Open Day

Gloucestershire’s Treasure Hoards

Invisible History Mystery Trail

Janina Ramirez - Riddle of The Runes Family Event

Stonemasons Demonstration

Drama at Blackfriars - Rise Up Women!

Like us on Facebook

Follow @gloshistfest

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Thanks to Our Sponsors

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