WHAT’S ON IN GLOUCESTER THIS CHRISTMAS

Featuring: Christmas Lantern ProcessionThe Snow QueenChristmas MarketsFestive Films

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WHAT’S ON IN GLOUCESTER THIS CHRISTMAS

Featuring: Christmas Lantern ProcessionThe Snow QueenChristmas MarketsFestive Films

Details correct at time of going to print. Please check with individual organisations before travelling. Gloucester BID, Marketing Gloucester Ltd, Gloucester City Council and other businesses and organisations listed in this guide reserve the right to alter or cancel aspects of the programme in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of information in this guide. You accept all risks and responsibility for losses, damages, costs and other consequences arising directly or indirectly from using this leaflet and any information and material available from it. Photographs by Marketing Gloucester, Gloucester Quays, Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucestershire County Council & George Stoyle.

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Music on the Bandstand Friday 16 - Sunday18 NovemberEnjoy some festive melodies around the city.

Make and Take Lanterns Workshop Saturday 17 November | 11am-3pm Kings Walk Shopping CentreFREECreate your own festive, paper lanterns for you to take home or bring to the next day’s Christmas Lantern Procession in the city centre.

Christmas Lantern ProcessionSunday 18 November | 5.00pmGloucester City Centre and CathedralFREECelebrating the switch on of Gloucester’s Christmas lights. School children from around the county will be parading their giant lanterns based on the theme of ‘The Snow Queen’. The procession starts from Kimbrose Triangle, along Southgate Street, Westgate Street and College Street and is followed by a free carol service and Gloucester Cathedral. ‘The Snow Queen’ will be performed at Blackfriars Priory between 6 to 22 December.

Candlelit ToursFriday 23 November – 6:30pmGloucester Life Museum£8/£5 concessionsThe Life Museum’s Tudor timber-framed building is a very special place, and under the flicker of candlelight it comes to life even more. Join us on a tour of the fantastic history of this historic grade II listed building and experience the Museum in a whole new way.

Tree of Light Switch OnSaturday 24 November | 2pm-5.30pmOutside Gloucester GuildhallDonate online at treeoflight.co.uk The Rotary Club of Gloucester’s Tree of Light is a 40-foot high fir tree taking pride of place outside Gloucester Guildhall in the heart of the city centre. Special guests including Santa Claus will count down from ten before turning on over 10,000 lights at this annual event.The Tree of Light gives people the

opportunity to display a message for family and friends or commemorate a loved one at Christmas time. You can sponsor a message to a loved one that will be placed on the tree by donating. By making this donation you are also raising valuable funds for our local charities.The target this year is to raise £10,000 for local charities, so make a donation and help us help Gloucester causes. Free entertainment from 2pm. Father Christmas arrival 4.20pm and light switch on 4.30pm.

The Christmas TruceSaturday 24 November | 5pm - 6pmGloucester Cathedral£20/5 (students and under 18s free) from Cathedral Gift Shop, 01452 768928 or www.gloucestercathedral.org.ukGloucester Cathedral Choir performs the world premiere of Ian King’s setting of Carol Ann Duffy’s poem The Christmas Truce. This wonderful work tells the story of the unofficial ceasefire on Christmas Day 1914 on the Western Front. Paired with this is Fauré’s beautiful setting of the Requiem Mass – a perfect opportunity for reflection as the world commemorates the centenary of the Armistice.

‘Spirit of Peace’ Evening Monday 26 November | 7-8.45pm The Friendship Café, Painswick Road, Gloucester GL4 6PR‘Gloucester Feed the Hungry’ will be giving a presentation about the work that their volunteers have been involved with and have planned to help homeless people in the city.

Rotary Tree of Light

Gloucester Quays Victorian Market

2018 British Wildlife Photography Awards Until 6 January 2019 Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 5pmNature in Art Adult £5.25/ Concs £4.75/ Family £15/ U 8s FREEThe first out-of-London showing of the very latest exhibition of images from the British Wildlife Photography Awards, celebrating the beauty and diversity of British wildlife and the talent, artistry and determination of the photographers who created them.

Christmas at the Sherbourne Cinema Sherborne St, Gloucester GL1 3BYClosed Xmas Eve, Xmas Day & Boxing Daywww.sherbornecinema.co.ukQuality film entertainment in a colourful setting which will take you back to the golden age of cinema. Films and timings to be confirmed - check website for latest times. The Christmas programme will include The Grinch (PG), Ralph Breaks the Internet (PG), Fatastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindewald (PG-13) and Robin Hood (PG-13).

Paul Nicholls: Capturing the Moment Until Saturday 9 March 2019 (Museum closed during December)Museum of GloucesterAward winning Gloucestershire photographer, Paul Nicholls, has been a professional photographer for three decades. His work is easily recognisable for its outstanding quality and creativity. His photographs literally tell the story and regularly appears in national and inetrnational newspapers and magazines.

Gloucester Quays Victorian Christmas Market Gloucester QuaysThursday 15 - Sunday 25 NovemberFREEwww.gqchristmas.co.ukSoak up the festive atmosphere at the biggestfree entry Christmas market in the south west,with more than 150 stalls and producers selling a wide range of locally produced food, drink, unique gifts, jewellery, accessories and lots more, set against the backdrop of Gloucester Quays and the historic Victorian dockside. Meet larger than life Dickensian characters and entertainers, enjoy choirs and brass bands, ride the traditional carousel and enjoy fun family activities, all located right alongside Gloucester Quays Outlet with itsshops, bars and restaurants.

Magical Christmas Ice RinkGloucester QuaysThursday 15 November – Sunday 6 JanuaryOpening hours and ticket info on the website.gqchristmas.co.ukEnjoy the real open air ice rink in Orchard Square. Rink-side food and drink available, including hot drinks, mulled wine, beer and hot food. Claus’ Christmas CabinGloucester QuaysThursday 15 November – Monday 24 December Opening hours and ticket info on the website.gqchristmas.co.ukBring your family to visit Father Christmas in his beautiful wooden cabin nestled amongst snowy trees. Spend time colouring with Elves and enjoy a range of food and drink in Orchard Square.

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Cathedral Boy and Girl Choristers and Cathedral Junior Choir Funds raised will be used to support the work of Gloucester Cathedral Choir.

Gloucester Choral Society - Handel’s MessiahSaturday 1 December | 7pm Gloucester CathedralTickets: £25, £21, £18, £10 - Further details and booking at www.gloucesterchoral.com or from the Three Choirs Box Office 01452 768928Begin your Advent and preparation for Christmas with Handel’s Messiah. Telling the story of Jesus from prophecies of his coming to his birth, Passion, resurrection and glorification in Heaven, Handel’s glorious music is a wonderful, uplifting setting of the scriptures. A choral mainstay since its first performance in 1742, Handel’s Messiah is an essential part of Christmas and is not to be missed. GCS performs this masterpiece under the baton of renowned choral director Adrian Partington.

Winter FestSunday 2 of December | 1-5pm Treasure Seekers Gift Shop and Treasure Seekers Hub (Westgate St) & The Cavern (College St)Winter Fest at Treasure Seekers will be a day of Santa, live music, arts and crafts: all with a special Christmassy feel. Those who join in on the day will also receive an exclusive book of special offers for Treasure Seekers Gift Shop, The Hub and the Cavern for the Christmas period. Don’t miss out on seeing Santa, including a special gift, for only £3 a ticket.

There will also be a special one day Christmas market at our victorian tea room: Chuckaboos; a ‘make and take’ competition at the Hub; and a gaming competition in the Cavern. You can book Santa and get more details at kftseekers.org.uk and our Facebook: @KFTreasureSeekers.

Advent Carol Service by CandlelightSunday 2 December | 6pm Gloucester CathedralFREEA dramatic and majestic service to mark the beginning of the new Christian Year.

Betel UK Carol Singing4, 6, 12, 15, 21 & 22 December | 10am – 5pmKing’s Walk Shopping CentreGet in the Christmas spirit whilst you shop at King’s Walk Gloucester. Carollers will be dressed in period costume and will be singing a mix of traditional and contemporary songs.

Father Christmas at King’s WalkThursday 6 December | 1pm- 6pmKing’s Walk Shopping CentreFREECome and bring your children to visit Father Christmas at King’s Walk Gloucester. There will be a FREE goodie bag for children aged between 3 and 10 years old. The bag will also include details of this year’s colouring competition. A £25 gift card for The Entertainer will be awarded to the two winning entries!

Father Christmas at King’s WalkWinter Fest at The Cavern

Spirit Of Christmas ConcertTuesday 27 November | 7.30pm Gloucester Cathedral£5 to £20 from musculardystrophyuk.org/gloucester or Gloucester Tourist Information CentreA candle lit Christmas concert featuring special guest readers and three school choirs. In aid of Muscular Dystrophy UK.

Junior Voices ProjectWednesday 28 November | 6.00pmGloucester CathedralAdmission is Free with a retiring collection for the Junior Voices ProjectGrab your family and friends to hear the beautiful voices of the Cathedral Choir, Cathedral Junior Choir and choirs from schools around Gloucester, join together for the Junior Voices Project.

Small Business Saturday Saturday 1 December www.smallbusinesssaturdayuk.comOn Small Business Saturday, customers across the UK go out and support all types of small businesses, online, in offices and in stores. Find out which businesses are hosting events and offering discounts.

Mrs Claus Tea Room and Present ShopSaturday 1- Sunday 23 December | 10am-4pmNational Waterways Museumwww. canalrivertrust.org.uk/GloucesterFind the elves around the galleries and enjoy free admission to the museum with a purchase in the café or the shop.

Winter WeekenderSaturday 1 & Sunday 2 DecemberKing’s SquareFREEwww.gloucesterbid.co.ukTake a break from Christmas shopping with free entertainment in the heart of the city centre with a live music stage featuring brass bands, choirs and seasonal party music for all ages on the Saturday. It will be followed by big screen Sunday featuring classic Christmas movies. There will be free screenings of festive films such as Home Alone, The Grinch, Polar Express, Elf and Love Actually. All this, along with festive food and drink, all under cover so you can enjoy free Chirtsmas entertaiment, whatever the weather. It will be a Winter Weekender to remember!

The Mummy! Saturday 1st December | 2pm-4pmThe Dunrossil Centre, Gloucestershire Archives, Gloucestershire Heritage Hub, Alvin Street, GL1 3DWFREEWhat’s Gloucestershire’s Christmas connection with a rare Egyptian mummy? Was it cursed? Come along to our very own ‘Mummy Party’ to find out! Then try your hand at writing Egyptian hieroglyphs and create some Egyptian art at this free family event.

Christmas Coffee ConcertSaturday 1 December | 11amGloucester Cathedral£6 on the door

Winter Weekender Christmas FilmsNational Waterways Museum

Christmas Lantern Procession& Christmas Lights Switch-on

Sunday 18 November4.30pm | Southgate St, Westgate St, Gloucester

Followed by a FREE Carol Concert at Gloucester Cathedral

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G4 Christmas 2018Tuesday 11 December | 7.30pm - 9.30pmGloucester CathedralTickets £14.40 - £77.50 – (VIP tickets include a pre-show Meet & Greet with G4 at 6.00pm) available from www.G4official.com After a sell-out tour in 2017, G4 bring their Christmas Show to Gloucester Cathedral!Expect to hear timeless classics such as When A Child is Born, Silent Night and All I Want For Christmas, as well as delightful medleys to evoke the Christmas spirit, all delivered up-close and personal in one of the UK’s most iconic historical venues.With a series of 24 shows in beautiful cathedrals nationwide, these intimate performances see Jonathan, Ben, Mike and Nick recall the musical experiences of their childhoods.

The Pauline Quirk Academy of Performing Arts will also be performing in association with G4 Young Voices.

Christmas CelebrationNature in ArtSaturday 13 December | 7pm£8 including a finger buffet, mince pies and mulled wine.A Christmas celebration with an evening of festive music, readings and carols with the Gloucester and District Christian Choir. An evening not to be missed with an enthusiastic group of local community singers under their musical director Pamela Dewick.

The Snowman screening with live orchestraFriday 14 December | 1pm, 3pm & 7pmGloucester CathedralTickets from £9 to £21.60 available from www.ticketquarter.co.ukThe Snowman screening with live orchestraAlso including The Bear and The Piano by David Litchfield. Since its publication in 1978, Raymond Briggs’ timeless book, The Snowman - brought to life by its soft, watercolour images - has become a children’s classic. In 1982, the wordless book about a magical friendship between a young boy and the snowman he creates, was made into an animated film first shown on Christmas Eve.

The beautiful score, composed by Howard Blake, includes the evocative ‘Walking in the Air’, made famous by Aled Jones. It proved an immediate hit and subsequently became a heart-warming perennial favourite, delighting audiences of all ages and providing the soundtrack to every child’s Christmas.

Father Christmas at King’s WalkSaturday 15 December | 1pm- 6pmKing’s Walk Shopping CentreFREECome and bring your children to visit Father Christmas at King’s Walk Gloucester. There will be a FREE goodie bag for children aged between 3 and 10 years old. The bag will also include details of this year’s colouring competition. A £25 gift card for The Entertainer will be awarded to the two winning entries!

The Snowman with live orchestra

The Gloucester Santa Fun RunSaturday 8 December | 9.30am Gloucester ParkAdult £8/ Under 18’s & Blue Badge & Wheelchair £4/ Team of 4 £20Do you fancy being involved in Gloucester’s second Santa Fun Run? Come along to Gloucester Park and join in. Everyone is welcome! The money will be used to buy medals and pay for the set up costs for the event - any proceeds left over will be donated to local charities. There will be prizes for best Adult and Children’s Christmas costumes.

Registration at 9:30am. Search ‘Gloucester Santa Fun Run 2018’ on Facebook to register.

The Tree of Light EntertainmentSaturday 8 December | 10am – 4pmOutside Gloucester GuildhallFree Christmas entertainment. The Tree of Light is organised by The Rotary Club of Gloucester to raise money for the charities they support. It also gives people a way to remember a loved one at Christmas.

Christmas Carols on the Hour & Christmas MarketSaturday 8 December | 10am - 5pmGloucester CathedralAdmission Free Come and enjoy Christmas Carols in your glorious Cathedral. Sung on the hour by Choirs of the Cathedral, each bite sized burst of festive praise lasts just 30 minutes. Visit the spectacular Cathedral Cloisters to browse the

seasonal stalls of our Christmas Market, open from 10.00am. Mince pies, mulled wine and festive refreshments are available in the Chapter House and the Monk’s Kitchen, and of course Father Christmas, along with Oscar the Reindeer, will be here too…

11am - Cathedral Junior Choir12pm - Cathedral Choir with boy & girl Choristers1pm - Cathedral Choir with boy & girl Choristers2pm - Cathedral Youth Choir3pm - Cathedral Youth Choir4pm - Gloucester Choral Society

Live Christmas Tunes Saturday 8 December | 7pmThe Cavern, College StreetOpen to all, and there will be a special Christmas Cavern drinks and cakes menu available.

Britten’s Ceremony Of Carols Sunday 9 December & Sunday 13 January | 4.15pmGloucester Cathedral Admission free with a retiring collection in aid of Cathedral MusicGloucester Cathedral Choristers perform Britten’s beautiful work in the Quire.

Gloucester Cathedral Christmas MarketSanta Fun Run

The Snow QueenThursday 6 – Saturday 22 DecemberBlackfriars Priory

Tickets are priced at £12 for adults and £8 for concession. Tickets are available from Gloucester Guildhall on 01452 503050and online at www.gloucesterguildhall.co.uk

Gloucester gets it’s very own version of FROZEN this Christmas…..

THE SNOW QUEEN COMES TO GLOUCESTER BLACKFRIARS - Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale on which the hit film FROZEN is based on is coming to Gloucester this Christmas.

Intrepid explorers are needed to join a magical quest…Kay and Gerda are neighbours and best friendsKay has gone missing and Gerda is determind to find him.Join brave Gerda on a daring mission to rescue her dearest friend Kay who has been stolen by the Snow Queen; crossing frozen lands, meeting reindeer, princesses and princes, magical creatures, robbers and thieves, on her way to the Snow Queen’s icy kingdom.

Join us on this amazing adventure this winter in Blackfriars Priory. Blackfriars will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland, with an immersive theatre show for all the family.

Produced by Strike a Light and presented by Gloucester Guildhall, this heroic walkabout show takes its audience on an adventure around the historic Blackfriars site to help Gerda find Kay.

The Snow Queen is suitable for all the family with story-telling, puppetry, music and plenty of live action to keep you warm with festive cheer.

The adventure begins on Thursday 6th December and runs until Sat 22nd December with shows throughout the day. Wrap up warm, scarves and hats, the Snow Queens palace is cold.

“À la venue de Noël”Saint Cecilia Singers Christmas ConcertSaturday 22 December | 7pmGloucester CathedralTickets £15, under 18s free details at www.saintceciliasingers.org.uk Favourite carols and readings for Christmas.

Family Crib Service with the Lighting of the Christmas TreesGloucester CathedralSunday 23 & Monday 24 December | 3pmFREEAn informal family service.

Christmas Carol ServiceGloucester CathedralSaturday 23 & Sunday 24 December | 6pmFREEA traditional service of readings and carols with the acclaimed Cathedral Choir.

Eucharist with HymnsGloucester CathedralSunday 23 December | 10.15am

Father Christmas at King’s WalkMonday 24 December | 10am – 2.00pmKing’s Walk Shopping CentreFREEIt’s Christmas Eve! The elves are busy with last minute preparations and the reindeers are getting ready to fly! Father Christmas has interrupted his busy schedule to make a quick stop at King’s Walk Gloucester. Bring your

children to come meet him before his busy night!

Midnight MassGloucester CathedralMonday 24 December | 11.30pmFREEThe moment Christmas arrives! “It came upon a midnight clear” – You can come too.

Christmas Day ServicesGloucester CathedralTuesday 25 December FREE8.00am Holy Communion (said)10.15am Sung Eucharist4.00pm Evening Prayer (said)

St Stephen’s Day (Boxing Day) ServicesGloucester CathedralWednesday 26 DecemberFREE8.30am Morning Prayer9.00am Holy Communion3.00pm Carols for All 4.30pm Evening Prayer (said)

Morris Men And Mummers Wednesday 26 December | 12pmGloucester CathedralFREEColourful Gloucestershire Morris Men, along with other groups, will perform from noon outside the Cathedral. The traditional Mummers performance marks the death of the old year and start of the new.

Gloucester Cathedral Youth ChoirFather Christmas at King’s Walk

Christmas QuizSaturday 15 December | 7pmThe Cavern, College StreetOpen to all, and there will be a special Christmas Cavern drinks and cakes menu available.

Christmas Carols on the HourSaturday 15 December | 11am-5pmGloucester CathedralAdmission FreeAnother opportunity to enjoy carols in your Glorious Cathedral sung on the hour by adult choirs, each service lasts just 30 minutes.11.00am & 12.00noon – Caring Chorus1.00pm & 2.00pm – The Stuart Singers3.00pm & 4.00pm – Saint Cecilia Singers

Music on the Bandstand Saturday 15 - Sunday16 DecemberEnjoy some festive melodies around the city.

“Puer natus est” - An English Tudor ChristmasSaturday 15 December | 7pmGloucester CathedralTickets £15 for adults, £12 for concessions and free for under 16s, available from the Cathedral Gift Shop, 01452 768928 or www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk Glevum Consort - directed by Edward RimmerThe Glevum Consort present a concert of music for Christmas and Advent, including Thomas Tallis’s wonderful Missa Puer natus est. in the perfect surroundings of Gloucester Cathedral’s stunning 15th Century Lady Chapel.

Messiaen - La Nativite Du SeigneurSunday 16 December | 6pmGloucester CathedralAdmission is free with a retiring collection in aid of Cathedral MusicJonathan Hope, Assistant Director of Music. Jonathan Hope’s annual performance of Messiaen’s kaleidoscopic 9-movement organ cycle for Christmas.

Santa Vintage BusWednesday 19 & Friday 21 December | 12-5pmKing’s SquareSanta and his elves will be giving out presents to children at Kings Square. 100% of all proceeds will going to the Gloucestershire Young Carers charity.

Christmas Games NightFriday 21 December | 7pmThe Cavern, College StreetOpen to all, and there will be a special Christmas Cavern drinks and cakes menu available.

Music on the Bandstand Saturday 22 - Monday 24 DecemberEnjoy some festive melodies around the city.

Carols at The Cavern Saturday 22 December | 7pmThe Cavern, College StreetOpen to all, and there will be a special Christmas Cavern drinks and cakes menu available.

Christmas at Gloucester Cathedral

Santa Vintage Bus

Junior Pilots WantedTuesday 1 JanuaryJet Age MuseumFREEFamily fun day.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year15th January - 17 March 2019Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 5pmNature in Art Adult £5.25 Concession £4.75 Family £15 Under 8s FREEAll the latest winners in the world’s most prestigious wildlife photography competition organised by The Natural History Museum.

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Gloucester Choral Society - Carols for AllWednesday 26 December | 3pmGloucester CathedralFree Entry www.gloucesterchoral.com www.thebutterflygarden.org Gloucester Choral Society - Carols for AllJoin Gloucester Choral Society for the annual Boxing Day Carols for All concert, this year we are collecting on behalf on The Butterfly Garden at Bamfurlong near Cheltenham.

New Year’s Eve Gala DinnerMonday 31 December | 6pm - 1am Mercure Bowden Hall Hotel, Bondend Lane, Upton St Leonards, Gloucester, GL4 8ED£86.00 per adult/ £95.00 with half bottle of house wineCelebrate the New Year in style with a Gala Dinner. Sit down to a magnificent five-course

meal. Following dinner, the fun really starts with the sensational line up of entertainment from Gary Grace, resident DJ and casino tables. A glass of house Champagne per person at midnight. Dress code: black tie.

New Year’s Eve Casino PartyMonday 31 December | 7.30pm - lateHatton Court Hotel, Upton Hill, Upton St Leonards, GL4 8DE£95 All inclusive, non-residents pricewww.hatton-court.co.ukSpend your 2018 New Year’s Eve at Gloucester’s best all-inclusive party! Danceout the old year and sing in the New at Hatton Court Hotel’s New Year’s Eve Party Night. Includes a Champagne reception, a five-course gourmet menu, all-inclusive drinks package, casino, live band and DJ. Formal Dress.

have a delicious lunch, hot drink or a slice of cake. Independantly run, unique narrow boat café. Sit inside or try our outside terrace. Come aboard for breakfast, lunch or just sample some of our scrummy cakes. The CavernA quirky, one-of-a-kind coffee shop and live music showcased throughout the week. concealed near Gloucester Cathedral (on college Street) it is a safe place to meet friends, play board games, enjoy fantastic live music, and catch up with a friendly face. Their creative and delicious milkshakes come recommended.

The Cider Tree at the Coach and Horses The Cider Tree at The Coach and Horses is a beautifully restored 15th Century coach house with 34 different ciders and perries.

Cineworld Gloucester QuaysTen-screen state-of-the-art Cineworld cinema showing all the latest blockbusters. Perfect after a successful day of shopping or a meal at one of our tempting restaurants.

Coal Grill and Bar Warm, friendly, vibrant, creates the perfect atmosphere at Coal Grill and Bar Gloucester. Whatever the time of year, or day the mood adapts to create the perfect location.

Comfy Pew The Comfy Pew is a friendly, family-run licensed Coffee & Restaurant in the heart of Gloucester’s historic Westgate Quarter since 1975. Set in a listed tudor framed building, conveniently situated next to the main entrance gates of historic Gloucester Cathedral.

Cookes, Coffee & CuriosCookes Coffee & Curios is located in the heart of Gloucester and serves a varied menu which includes breakfast, lunches, snacks along with selling a range of unusual homeware and more.

Cornish Bakehouse We are dedicated to hand crafting some of Cornwall’s best pasties. They are lovingly hand-crimped and filled with only the finest quality ingredients, using traditional hand making techniques.

Cote BrasserieInspired by the brasseries of Paris, championing relaxed all-day dining and serving authentic French classics made from great quality, fresh ingredients. You will find brasserie favourites such as steak frites, tuna Niçoise and moules marinières and for dessert, Côte’s crème caramel and crème brûlée as well as other house specialities.

The Crow’s Nest The Crow’s Nest offers a range of fresh, homemade and wholesome food and drink. From salads, sandwiches, soups and super juices, to coffee, smoothies and homemade cakes, everyone is sure to find something they like.

Doctor Foster’s Liquor Co.Dr Foster’s Liquor Co. sits on the historic Quay at gloucester docks. Full range of the best beverages. Award winning food. Dogs are welcome.

The Dick Whittington We are a family run pub in the bustling city of Gloucester. A warm welcome awaits you as you arrive in this 13th Century house which is now an Inn. With six ales and six ciders on at all times you have plenty to choose from, we serve home cooked food made to order and we are the home of the famous Black Rock Grill.

Fat Toni’s PizzeriaFat Toni’s is passionate about fresh, ethically sourced, sustainable food sources. We champion the concept of high quality takeaway food and bringing it to your doorstep.

Visit www.visitgloucester.co.uk for addresses and opening times

The AbbeyThe Abbey is a friendly venue offering delicious food, great drinks and unforgettable experiences. They have 7 big screen TV’s with two digital boxes showing all the action live from BTSPORT and SKY.

Angie’sThe ground floor of Gloucester’s smallest bar is a refreshing place to meet, enjoy good company and make stimulating conversation. Upstairs, Angie’s Lounge is a sizeable chillout zone where customers can relax over a bottle of wine and play games.

Aroma Indian RestaurantClosed Mondays. Experience the finest Indian cuisine at our restaurant; we are committed to deliver a quality of cuisine and service beyond your expectations.

Bangkok CanteenAward-winning, family-run Thai restaurant in the centre of Gloucester, founded on the belief and principle we could create the very best Thai dishes, 100% gluten free, with locally sourced ingredients.

The Barge Restaurant Closed Mondays. Small family run independent business serving traditional homecooked english meals and desserts. Offering breakfast, lunchtime meal deals and light bites etc. with an extensive evening menu - all freshly prepared!

Bill’sOpen from early in the morning for breakfast, throughout the day and into the evening for dinner, Bill’s caters brilliantly for every occasion. Their food is fresh and seasonal, the staff are friendly and ready to make sure you have a good time, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming.

Boswells Boswells is a family company that is truly passionate about great service, and the variety and quality of our freshly prepared food and drinks. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or just a great coffee, come in and enjoy our warm and friendly environment.

Brewhouse & KitchenWe are passionate about many things: fanatical about craft beer, obsessed at finding interesting bottled beers to add to our vast range, worship great wines and excited about teaming this fantastic collection of drinks to our offering of freshly-cooked pub classics – all to give you a tantalising pub experience with a modern twist.

ButlersButlers has free admission all night, as well as lots of drinks offers and has recently opened an all new cocktail bar; Bar 103.

Caffe CorrettoBased in the Docks, Cafe Corretto is an authentic recreation of a traditional Italian Cafe serving coffee, homemade cakes, sandwiches and alcoholic drinks.

Café ReneVisit award-winning Café René for traditional pub food and live music from bands and individual acts. Based in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, our bar restaurant is a venue where you are entertained all night long. Featured reputable house music acts, our underground cellar bar is open on Fridays and Saturdays and we also hold events from poetry nights and zombie walks to festivals.

Café on the CutA narrow boat cafe serving locally sourced welfare friendly foods, run on solar panels. Affordable prices for good food. Come aboard and enjoy our cosy atmosphere where you can

FOOD & DRINK IN GLOUCESTER

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Hubble Bubble Coffee HouseA quirky, family-run independent business, Hubble Bubble is situated in the heart of historic Gloucester and a stone’s throw away from the cathedral.

Janes PantryJanes Pantry is a family run bakery business...we sell a range of cakes, buffets, platters, with create your own options!

Kaspa’sKaspa’s are a chain of exciting new dessert houses that offer the world’s favourite hot and cold desserts under one roof. Kings Walk Shopping CentreExplore fashion at Primark and River Island. Take a break, for a bite to eat at Janes Pantry Cafe, Costa Coffee, Greggs, Subway or Tarbosh Cafe; catering for a variety of tastes. Pop into WHSmith and HMV to find back to college essentials to entertainment.

Knobbly Cob Sandwich Bar and Café The Knobbly Cob Sandwich Bar has become one of Gloucester’s favourite sandwich shops. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch you will always find high quality, freshly made food.

Lily’s Restaurant & TearoomHere at Lily’s Restaurant we specialise in serving fresh, home cooked breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas and guarantee you a warm a friendly welcome.

Liquor and ChowGloucester’s newest and most stylist hangout for like-minded, nice folk to meet up with real world friends & share actual moments within our relaxed & eclectic space. Serving cocktails, international craft beers with delicious, locally source foods from brunch through to dinner throughout the day.

The March Hare Cafe & Sweet ShopContemporary Tearooms, specialising in afternoon teas, light lunches, and continental breakfasts.

The Monk’s Kitchen at Gloucester CathedralThis December our festive menu returns, from mince pies to turkey roasts we’ve got you covered. A cosy coffee shop or Sunday lunch venue, come and enjoy some time with us.

Nando’sNando’s speciality is succulent, Portuguese peri-peri chicken which is marinated for 24 hours then flame grilled to taste sensational. The chain prides itself on traditional Portuguese hospitality, a fun, laid-back atmosphere and excellent value for money offering bottomless soft drink and great platters to share!

The Old Crown Inn Traditional public house without music or television just a fantastic meeting place to enjoy conversation and British organic beers.

Oliver Twist Cafe Cafe offering freshly made sandwiches, cakes, tea, coffee, and much more.

On Toast The UK’s first toast bar that seems to get everyone in Gloucester talking, packed full of flavour these delights will make you think of lunch not in the same way again. Home of the ‘Mars Bar Toasty’. Patisserie Valerie Long standing chain patisserie serving coffee and light meals, plus hand-cafted pastries and cakes.

PeppersThis hidden gem of a cafe cooks all home made, organic and natural foods using local Gloucester produce. There is live music in the early evening on most Fridays too!

Pizza Express Crispy pizzas, crunchy salads, more-ish dough balls, delicious wines and beers, and desserts - the menu is so tempting and includes healthy eating and gluten-free options too. The ideal place for a lunch or dinner.

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The Fountain Inn The Fountain is a traditional pub with a good range of real ales and great pub food. If it’s a really great pint, juicy steak, light snack or a friendly place to sit and read the paper with a drink then look no further than the The Fountain Inn. We are ready to welcome you.

Food Junction At The Food Junction, on Southgate Street in Gloucester, the range of Peri Peri is endless, cooked with fresh ingredients and served hot.

Gloucester BreweryAward winning craft brewery based in the heart of Gloucester’s historic Docks. The Brewery hosts many special events throughout the year including beer festivals, tasting sessions, brewery tours, beer and food pairings.

Gloucester Farmers MarketEvery Friday The weekly market has a fine range of local produce including a superb range of seasonal vegetables, a huge range of fruit, local bakeries, locally-reared meats, poultry and game, goat’s cheeses, olives, preserves, and more. There’s a great selection of street food including Thai, Caribbean and falafel.

Gloucester QuaysGloucester Quays Outlet Shopping offers up to 70% off at over 50 stores, plus food and drink and great events for all ages, in a delightful quayside setting. Stores include Jack Wills, All Saints, Ted Baker, Calvin Klein. Greek On The DocksA modern Greek/Mediterranean restaurant & bar located in the historic Gloucester Docks. We only use local ingredients in our creations and we promise that we’ll satisfy even the most demanding taste palate, in a relaxing atmosphere.

GrillShedA true Californian eatery in the heart of Gloucester Docks. Check out the simple beauty of our food, sourced locally, inspired by the smokey delightfulness of the best quality smoking machines.

Guru Coffee HouseFrom their Guru Vegan Sausages, to their amazing Coffees and fresh Health Juices & Smoothies, from their insatiable range of Waffles, to their mouthwatering Pulled Pork Roll; you can be confident that it has been designed to be bursting with flavours and the best for your body……and now they’re fully licensed; you can enjoy a chilled glass with your Guru Burger!

Hedley’s Tea & Coffee House An ideal spot to relax near the cathedral, this timber-framed coffee shop exudes unique character & charm. The menu has something for all, from homemade breakfasts & lunches to delicious treats to go with fresh-ground coffee or a pot of tea.

Hilltop At Hilltop, our Logic is simple. We aim to convey our passion for South Indian and Sri Lankan cuisine, through a quest for natural ingredients and technique without any added colour or preservatives, plus a deep-seated desire to continue learning how to evolve and blend old traditions and modern tastes.

The Hub BistroA not-for-profit community cafe, they offer a varied menu with dishes made using locally sourced produce which is freshly prepared on site. The team at the bistro is made up of a mixture of staff and volunteers , The Hub Bistro has been set up by a group of people in recovery from addiction to create an alcohol-free space for those who want to socialise away from alcohol.

Visit www.visitgloucester.co.uk for addresses and opening times

Topoly’s Italian RestaurantFor more than two decades we at Topoly’s have prided ourselves on serving the very best authentic Italian food to give you a true taste of Italy. All of our ingredients are fresh and cooked by pan, and our wine list is a combination of the best red and white Italian wines sourced from different regions of Italy. WagamamaA little ginger to warm you up. Chillies that kick. Noodles to nourish the body and soul. Our asian inspired menu has been created to soothe, nourish, sustain and inspire. Pick from all kinds of rice and noodle dishes, alongside fresh salads and shareable sides. There are desserts, fresh juices, hot drinks, wine, sake and expertly crafted asian beers too.

Yanto’s Pancake HouseHome of a variety sweet and savoury treats from crepes to pancakes and waffles. Zizzi This friendly Italian offers pastas, pizzas – including their signature stretched ‘rustica’ option – salads, risottos, meat and fish, all served in a welcoming environment with unique décor inspired by Gloucestershire’s timber history!

Visit www.visitgloucester.co.uk for addresses and opening times

Gloucester Rugby v Exeter Chiefs Heineken CupFriday 14 December kick off 7.45pm

Gloucester Rugby v Sale SharksGallagher Premiership Saturday 29 December kick off 3pm

Gloucester City v Dulwich Hamlet Saturday 22 December | 3:00 pm

Gloucester City v Weston Super-Mare Tuesday 1 January | 3:00 pm

Christmas Sporting Fixtures

Portivo LoungeThis unique bar and restaurant is housed within an old corn mill beside the Quays. It offers a bohemian vibe, eclectic decor, and a wonderful food and drink menu including brunch, paninis, tapas, burgers, seasonal specials, desserts and an exciting range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

Reids A large open coffee shop with 3 rooms. Freshly made coffee, Paninis and other snacks. Smoothies made fresh to order.Sebz Restaurant and Tapas Bar Enjoy traditional Portuguese and Mediterranean cuisine in a friendly and relaxed setting. We offer innovative dishes using only the finest and freshest ingredients available.

Shakes 2 GoOver 120 milkshake flavours to choose made from real ingredients using real icecream. Vast range of dairy free/vegan options, fat free shakes, protein shakes, delicious takeaway coffee & hot chocolates as well as fruit & veg smoothies.

So PieA specialist pie restaurant located in the historic Gloucester Docks.

So ThaiSo Thai is a family run Restaurant/Bar set in a 340 year old wine cellar with a modern bar upstairs in a conservatory with a outside courtyard area.

Sowl FuudClosed Sunday and Monday. The city’s first 100% vegan takeaway. Home-cooked food, smoothies and juices. Great atmosphere. all welcome health is wealth.

The Sword InnThe Sword Inn is a warm welcoming traditional pub that has been trading at least since 1680 making it the oldest public house in Gloucester. Half of the pub was once a tailor’s house where Beatrix Potter heard the tale about the tailor which later became her children’s book “The Tailor Of Gloucester”.

TANKFrom the early days Gloucester Brewery wanted their own bar, now with TANK they can cultivate a welcoming atmosphere as a platform to share beers. Beers that are local, beers from further afield, an environment for relaxing as well as an environment for the discussion and enjoyment of beer.

Taste of Thai Enjoy a truly mouth-watering taste of Thailand in a warm friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Providing you with hundreds of enjoyable dishes suited for varied palettes, all dishes are freshly cooked to order by passionate Thai chefs using the finest ingredients.

TGI Fridays TGI Friday’s puts emphasis on food and fun in equal parts. Bring your friends or family and you’re sure to have a great time thanks to top-class service and atmosphere and the fantastic menu. Try their world famous ribs, legendary burgers, sweet treats (like cookie dough cheesecake) or one of the tasty cocktails!

Tiger’s Eye at the Old BellClosed Mondays. The Tiger’s Eye at The Old Bell is a restaurant and cocktail bar set in the centre of the city of Southgate Street in a beautiful Jacobean building. The Fusion restaurant serves Sushi, Japas-Kaiseki (Japanese Tapas), Black Rock, Ramen Noodles plus a range of Pan-Asian fusion dishes and a fantastic range of cocktails.

Visit www.visitgloucester.co.uk for addresses and opening times

Eastgate Shopping CentreLate Night Shopping:

Till 7pm on Thursdays 6 and 13, Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 December.

Till 8pm from Wednesday 19 to Saturday 22 December.

Christmas Eve 9.00am - 5.30pm

Christmas Day CLOSED

Boxing Day 9am - 5.30pm

New Year’s Eve 9am - 5.30pm

New Year’s Day CLOSED

eastgateshoppingcentre.co.uk

King’s Walk Shopping CentreLate Night Shopping:

Till 7pm on Thursdays 6 and 14 December.

Till 7pm from Monday 17 to Saturday 22 December.

Christmas Eve 9am - 5.30pm

Christmas Day CLOSED

Boxing Day 9am - 5.30pm

New Year’s Eve 9am - 5.30pm

New Year’s Day 9am - 5.30pm

kingswalk.co.uk

Gloucester QuaysChristmas Eve 9am – 4pm

Christmas Day CLOSED

Boxing Day 10am – 8pm

27 – 29 December 10am – 9pm

New Year’s Eve 10am – 5pm

New Year’s Day 11am – 6pm

gloucesterquays.co.uk

Christmas Shopping in Gloucester