Visit Tetbury: Pubs, Things to do & The Woolsack Races
Tetbury is a small town in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England. It is a lovely place to visit, with plenty to see, and makes a great stop…
Dog-Friendly Pubs, Restaurants & Attractions in the Forest of Dean
A popular place for walking with a variety of establishments to eat and drink with your canine friends in tow.
Stroud Farmers’ Market: Best Local Food in The Cotswolds
The weekly Stroud farmers’ market takes place in Cornhill Market and the nearby streets. It is open from 9 am until 2 pm every Saturday and is a…
Dog-Friendly Pubs & Restaurants in The Cotswolds & Gloucestershire
Finding a dog-friendly place to eat and drink can sometimes be a challenge, so we have built this section from my research with the dog in tow. This…
Gloucester Goes Retro 2026 A Classic Car Show & Festival
Gloucester Goes Retro is a fantastic classic car show and a retro festival that takes place in the city. Each area of the city covers a different era…
Gloucester to Sharpness Canal Walk, Gloucestershire
The Gloucester to Sharpness Canal is a fantastic walk and off-road cycling route through some amazing Gloucestershire countryside. Hikers can choose to walk from either end of the…
Countryside Walks in The Cotswolds
There are lots of walks and walking routes to enjoy in Gloucestershire parts of the Cotswolds. The Cotswolds are mostly made up of hills, so there are lots…
Visit WWT Slimbridge & Enjoy Birds, Walks & Pubs
A visit to the WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre is a wonderful day out in Gloucestershire. Managed by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, WWT Slimbridge is a wetland and…
Christmas in Gloucester: Markets, Cathedral, Ice Rink & Events
Gloucester can be a fun place during the Christmas holidays, and there are fun things going on. The streets have Christmas decorations each year, as do many of…
The Best Pubs, Cafes & Restaurants in Stroud
Stroud has many independent pubs, cafes and restaurants for visitors to eat and drink in. It’s a great place for lunch out or a few beers and has…
Breakheart Quarry Walk Near Dursley in Gloucestershire
Breakheart Quarry near Dursley in Gloucestershire is a great place to go for a walk or picnic. It’s also a fantastic place for a dog walk. The area…
Best Areas for Dog Walks in Gloucestershire
Being a rural county, Gloucestershire has some fantastic countryside for dog walks. There are also many pleasant dog-walking parks in Gloucester, Cheltenham and the other towns in the…
The Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
The Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail is a great place to visit in Gloucestershire. It is a fantastic place to visit while in the area, and as a…
Places to Watch The Sunset or Sunrise in Gloucestershire
There are many options for good places in Gloucestershire to watch the sunrise or sunset. This includes Gloucester, Cheltenham, the Forest of Dean or the many villages of the Cotswolds….
Hike from Joys Green in Lydbrook along the River Wye to Symonds Yat
This is about an enjoyable walk from the bus stop in Joys Green, via Lydbrook, to The Saracen’s Head Pub at Symonds Yat. It was a long hike,…
Outdoor & Camping Shops Gloucestershire & The Cotswolds
There are many options for camping equipment shops in Gloucestershire and The Cotswolds for you to get supplies for your next outdoor adventure. Outdoor specialists typically sell all…
Bishop Hooper Memorial a Monument near Gloucester Cathedral
Located a short walk from Gloucester Cathedral, the Bishop Hooper Memorial is a pretty historic monument in St Mary’s Square. The best way to find this is by…
Breakfast or Brunch Cafes in Gloucester
There are many options for places to eat breakfast or brunch out in Gloucester, including some nice cafes & other eateries. This includes many that serve traditional full…
Ghosts of Gloucestershire, Ghost Tours, Walks & Haunted Places
For those interested in ghost walks and tours, there are options in Gloucestershire, including in Gloucester & Cheltenham. I have always had an interest in the paranormal, ghosts…
Walk From Edge To Haresfield on the Cotswold Way
The walk from Edge to Haresfield is a special walk across the beacon and through some very nice woodland. I utilised the local bus service to get to…
Birdwatching Sites Gloucestershire & Bird Of Prey Centres
Welcome to my guide to birdwatching in Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds and the Forest of Dean, an area with an excellent choice of habitats to watch British birds and…
Cannop Ponds, a great walk in the Forest of Dean
Cannop Ponds are two large ponds, located to the north of Parkend in the Forest of Dean and near to the Speech House Hotel. The ponds and surrounding…
Gloucester Cathedral a stunning building with a rich history
Gloucester Cathedral is a stunning building and the best tourist attraction in the city. It is the centrepiece of the city and has a very interesting history. The…
Priories of Gloucester
There are a few priories in Gloucestershire, most of which are in Gloucester. The Priories of Gloucester are all within walking distance of each other, making for a…
Food & Drink Producers & Farm Shops
Food and drink suppliers and producers in Gloucestershire. This includes farmers’ markets, farm shops and other local food stores. The county has lots of food and drink producers…
Forest of Dean Restaurants
Forest of Dean Restaurants, our guide to the best places to eat out in the Forest of Dean, including in Cinderford, Coleford, Lydney, Wye Valley and Symonds Yat….
Best Pubs & Bars in Gloucester: City Centre & Docks
There are many pubs in Gloucester to choose from, including traditional boozers and modern bars. Country pubs in the cities’ suburbs can be fun to visit, especially after…
Best Indian Food & Restaurants In Gloucestershire
Our guide to some of the best Indian restaurants in Gloucestershire. This includes some for dining in or others for takeaway or delivery. There are also some delicious…
The Severn Bore – Tidal Wave in Gloucestershire, UK
The Severn bore is a wave caused by the tide funnelling water upstream on the River Severn; this eventually produces a wave called the bore. The bore is…
Forest of Dean Pubs
The @aboutglos guide to good pubs and pub grub in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. There are many options to visit, including many that are pet-friendly….
