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Attractions and Days Out

Here we’ve listed some of the great places to visit in Gloucestershire. Activity parks, caves, historic buildings and a couple of castles are just some of the things to look out for.

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  • Cinderford / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Museums and Galleries

    Dean Heritage Centre

    The Dean Heritage Centre has five museum galleries and various outside displays where you can explore the rich and unique heritage of the Forest of Dean; a perfect place to wile away a few hours whatever the weather. Younger visitors can enjoy a trail that tells the Gruffalo story through life-sized wooden sculptures carved by […]

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  • Tetbury / Attractions and Days Out -Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Wellbeing

    Westonbirt, the National Arboretum

    Westonbirt Arboretum is a living, breathing collection of some of the most remarkable, rare and stunning trees on the planet; a unique setting to escape, relax or have an adventure! Westonbirt Arboretum’s story begins nearly 200 years ago with Robert Holford; an ambitious man with a passion for the natural world. Holford planted trees from […]

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  • Gloucester / Attractions and Days Out -Faith and Spirituality -Historic buildings -Museums and Galleries

    Download the Gloucester Cathedral App

    https://www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk/visit/things-to-do/family-activities/go-digital-.php Explore one of Britain’s greatest buildings through different characters on the Gloucester Cathedral app. Discover where Harry Potter was filmed and see back in time with amazing Augmented Reality. Explore the Cathedral’s history as never before: Become a king, monk, mason or pilgrim Unlock secret stories Follow in Harry Potter’s footsteps Visit a king’s […]

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  • Gloucestershire / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Parks and Green Spaces -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Free tandem bike hire

    Free tandem hire to anyone with a disability or additional need, so that they can ride wherever, whenever and with whomever they like. For full details see CharlottesTandems.co.uk or the Charlotte’s Tandems Facebook Group.

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  • Gloucestershire / Attractions and Days Out

    Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway

    The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is a 15-mile heritage railway running through the heart of the Cotswolds from Cheltenham Racecourse to Broadway. With stunning views of the Cotswold and Malvern scenery and a friendly welcome aboard, the GWSR makes a great day out for all the family. Running behind historic steam or diesel locomotives, the GWSR […]

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  • Northleach / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Parks and Green Spaces -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Climbing coaching

    Here at Far Peak our specialty is climbing and we can make it accessible for everyone. This type of session can be for anyone with any level of experience, any age and any ability. Our team of coaches and instructors can teach you anything you would like to know about climbing both indoors and outdoors, […]

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  • Cheltenham / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas

    Pittville Park

    Pittville Park, a 20-30 minute walk from the centre of Cheltenham, is the town’s largest ornamental park and features the Pump Room and lakes.  Split in two by the Evesham Road, on the eastern side you will find the Pump Room, a small lake, the main children’s play area and the aviaries that are home […]

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