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Today Historic England is asking people “what do you love about your high street?” as the first part of a national conversation on the future of our high streets.

It’s fantastic news that Gloucester is recognized as being one of about places in the UK for the Arts Council to focus on in the coming years. Whereas the city has seen substantial physical regeneration of the Quays, Bus station and elsewhere for too long Gloucester has been side-lined and under-invested in terms of its arts and culture, when compared to places like London, Cardiff and Bristol.

Perhaps, if you’re feeling like me, you might be yearning for travel, as well. When I directed From the Vine, which opens on September 17 at the Guildhall, the world was a much different place. We were able to freely hop on planes and visit remote romantic locations like Acerenza, Italy, where the film takes place.

Need a breath of fresh air? The saying itself means a change, something refreshing and new. So why, if fresh air gives us this feeling do we spend so much time inside? 

Jolt located at the heart of Gloucester on Kings Square, recently announced their co-working space and studios dedicated to supporting local artists and creatives will be opening 3rd September 2021.

Every September, volunteers across England organise Heritage Open Days to celebrate the fantastic history and culture of our country. This gives you the chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are FREE to explore. Gloucester is full of fascinating heritage, so here's a list of ten places you can explore over the HOD weekend 10th – 13th September 2021!

The brand new series, which airs from Sunday 29^th August, took Mortimer and Whitehouse up and down the country to some of the UK’s finest fishing spots - from The Lake District to The Norfolk Broads, and closer to home; The River Severn!

The day has come to celebrate everything we love about burgers! More than enough of an excuse to treat yourself. Below is our favourite places to grab a delicious burger in the City.

Artists from the six heats in Sky Arts’ bold new series Landmark, produced by Primal Media (Jerk, Home Free), are revealed today. Hosted by Gemma Cairney, each episode will spotlight three artists who are competing against each other to create local landmarks for their home region. Landmark will air from Monday 6th September on Sky Arts (Freeview Channel 11) and streaming service NOW.

The last in our series of things that you can't do everywhere everyday, but you can in Gloucester, as part of Visit England's national campaign, 'Escape the Everyday'.

Looking for Bank Holiday plans? Here we have complied a list of fab events to keep you entertained, from family trails to festivals and exbitions theres lots to do this bank holiday weekend in Gloucester.

Here is another in our series of things that you can't do everywhere everyday, but you can in Gloucester, as part  of Visit England's national campaign, 'Escape the Everyday'.