Events, Attractions and Places to Visit in GloucestershireClick the names for more information.Here are some useful links brought to you by www.ukcampsitefinder.co.uk. -
Corinium Museum
Park Street
Cirencester,
Gloucestershire,
GL7 2BX
01285 655611
Roman Britain's second city
Home to one of the largest collections of Romano-British antiquities in the country. Corinium, Roman Cirencester, was the second largest town in Roman Britain.
Experience life as a Roman. Marvel at the stunning mosaics. Visit a Roman Garden.
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Gloucester Cathedral
Picture is copyright of Gloucester Cathedral.
You are most welcome to visit the Cathedral, either to attend a service and to hear our wonderful choir, or to attend any of our events or concerts.
Or you are welcome to come and visit and experience the architecture of the building. We have a gift shop and a coffee shop where you can buy a souvenir or relax.
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Cotswold Farm Park
Whether you are looking for a great family day out, the opportunity to interact with our unrivalled collection of domestic rare breeds, or the chance to learn more about farming and conservation – we have been here to welcome you since 1971, and our visitors tell us the experience just keeps on getting better.
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Dick Whittington Farm Park
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Dick Whittington Farm Park
Little London
Longhope
Gloucestershire
GL17 0PH
Tel: 01452 - 831000
For family fun the Dick Whittington Farm Park is the place to visit. Rain or sunshine, there is plenty to do and see.
A huge indoor Play Barn is ideal for toddlers to ten year olds. See the farm animals, zoo corner, small pets, reptiles, insects and fish, then feed the deer. Enjoy our Valley Nature Trails in bloom in the Spring.
The outdoor pedal kart course is very popular. Try our mini-digger, Summer tractor and trailer rides. You can step back in time and visit the medieval Dick Whittington exhibition room.
Finally, the ‘Cat’s Whiskers’ restaurant offers a range of food and drinks for adults and children.
Group visits and birthday parties are a speciality. We can give evening talks with a buffet on the Farm Park, environmental works or medieval history.
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The Butts Farm Shop & Farm Visitors Centre
The Butts Farm Shop
South Cerney
Cirencester
GL7 5QE
Tel:01285 862 224
info@thebuttsfarmshop.com
The Butts Farm is a family run Rare Breeds farm. Join in all the activities and have real hands-on-experience.
You can watch chicks hatching, cuddle the bunnies, feed the Zurich Flying Pigs, give lambs and goat kids their bottles.
Our very popular Pony Rides are on Thursday and Sunday at 2pm.
Home to the Sunrising Stud of Welsh Mountain Ponies, see their beautiful foals in the summer.
Opening Times 2010
Farm open February half term. From 13th February to 21st February, 2010 including Monday 10.30 - 5.00pm. From 20th February to 21st March open weekends only 10.30 - 5.00pm. Farm opens for the summer season from 2nd April 2010. Tues to Sun 10.30 - 5.00pm inc B/H Mondays.
Award Winning Farm Shop
The Butts Farm Shop is part of a working farm where, for many years, we have bred a wide range of rare breed animals to promote the exceptional benefits of rare breed meat, home cured bacon, superb sausages, local vegetables, eggs and home produce.
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National Waterways Museum
Discover the fascinating history of our inland waterways at our museum at Gloucester Docks.
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National Trust Place in South Gloucestershire
Check out the website for National Trust places to visit in the area.
Horton Court is shut for refurbishment in 2010.
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National Trust Places to Visit
Check out the website for National Trust places to visit in the area.
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Dean Forest Railway
The Dean Forest Railway is a 4.25 mile (6.8 km) long heritage railway that runs between Lydney and Parkend in the Forest of Dean.
Trains are operated by both steam and heritage diesel locomotives, including heritage diesel multiple units.
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National Birds Of Prey Centre
The Centre is open to the general public for 10 months of the year. Education is ongoing to all visitors. The Centre also undertakes more in depth education to specific groups and parties, from first schools to universities and offers off-site lectures and teaching.
Information about Gloucestershire
Some information about Gloucestershire from UK Campsite Finder, your online guide to camping and caravanning across the UK.
It seems these days more and more holiday makers are staying in the England, Scotland and wales for caravan and camping holidays.
On the right hand side of the page there is a list of camp sites, caravan parks and holiday parks in Gloucestershire to choose from just simply click on the campsite name to see an aerial view. Some of the listings have a gold smiley these are featured listings and hold information about the site.
Please fill out the reviews section on the second page to help others decide on the site they would like to stay at.
On the left of the page is a list of things to do, attractions and businesses in the county of Gloucestershire these are linked to websites for more information.
The Historic city of Gloucester was founded in AD 48 by the Romans. It Lies close to the Welsh Border and lies on the eastern bank of the River Severn.
The city has one of the largest populations in the UK of around of 123,205.
Gloucester docks are an industrial port but now also show off many expensive yachts and boats.
The docks have been renovated and house The Water Works Museum this is an exciting and interesting place to visit whilst on your stay in the area.
Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet is a stunning new outlet centre with many top brand names to buy from.
The stunning Gloucester Cathedral is located in the north of the city close to the river.
It is the burial place of King Edward II of England and Walter de Lacy.
The Cathedral was used for scenes in the films Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.
Surrounding areas include Cheltenham know for is famous racecourse and The Forest of Dene. The Forest of Dene is characterised by over 110 square kilometres (42.5 sq mi) of mixed woodland, one of the surviving ancient woodlands in England. A large area was reserved for royal hunting before 1066, and remained as the second largest Crown forest in England, the largest being New Forest.
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Gloucestershire Campsites, Caravan & Holiday Parks
42 holidays found. Click the names for more information.
Puddlebrook Road
Drybrook
Gloucestershire
GL17 9HW
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01594 543737 |
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01594 544660 |
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Sapperton
Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 6LN
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Stow Road
Moreton In Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 0DS
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Ford House Rd
Newent
Gloucestershire
GL18 1LQ
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Brooklands Farm
Alderton
Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire
GL20 8NX
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Bracelands Drive
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 7NN
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0845 130 8224 |
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Gander Lane
Tewkesbury
Moreton In Marsh Caravan Club Site
GL20 5PG
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Lower Wick
Dursley
Gloucestershire
GL11 6DS
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Parkend
Lydney
Gloucestershire
GL15 4LA
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0845 345 3425 |
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Mid January to December |
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Bibury
Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 5LZ
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Winchcombe
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5PB
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01242 602123 |
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01242 603320 |
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Cheltenham Road
Perrotts Brook
Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 7BH
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Chastleton
Moreton In Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 0SP
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Bridge House
Lechlade
Gloucestershire
GL7 3AG
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01367 252348 |
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March to October |
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Wainlode Hill
Norton
Gloucester
Gloucestershire
GL2 9LW
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01452 730251 |
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01452 730251 |
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Stroud Road
Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 1UT
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Moreton Valance
Gloucester
Gloucestershire
GL2 7ND
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Newland
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 8NP
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Clements End
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 8LN
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Kemble
Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 6AX
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Hogsdown Farm
Lower Wick
Dursley
Gloucestershire
GL20 8NX
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Broadway Lane
South Cerney
Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 5UQ
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| Telephone |
01285 860216 |
| Fax |
01285 862106 |
| Opening Dates |
27th Feb - 31st Oct |
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Todenham Road
Moreton In Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 9NP
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Owls Lane
Shuthonger
Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire
GL20 6EQ
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| Telephone |
01684 292622 |
| Fax |
01684 292622 |
| Opening Dates |
April to September |
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Woodlands View
Sling
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 8JA
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| Telephone |
01594 835127 |
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March to October |
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Cumberland Road
Bristol
Gloucestershire
BS1 6XG
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01179 268 030 |
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Open All Year |
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Bredons Hardwicke
Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire
GL20 7EE
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| Telephone |
01684 772321 |
| Opening Dates |
March to January |
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Gloucester Road
Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire
GL20 5SW
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| Telephone |
01684 296876 |
| Opening Dates |
1st March to 31st December
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Tanhouse Farm
Frampton On Severn
Gloucestershire
GL2 7EH
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Bourton Road
Moreton In Marsh
GL56 OBT
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Church End Lane
Twyning
Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire
GL20 8JD
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| Telephone |
01684 292145 |
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Open all Year |
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Bracelands Drive
Christchurch
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 7NN
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Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 7NN
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| Telephone |
01313 146505 |
| Opening Dates |
March to November |
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| Briarfields is in a convenient location being five minutes from the M5 (junction 11). The site is ideally situated for experiencing Regency Cheltenham, visiting Gloucester with its wonderful Cathedral. |
Barfields
Gloucester Rd
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL51 0SX
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01242 235324 |
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Church Lane
Corse
Hartpury
Moreton In Marsh Caravan Club Site
GL19 3BX
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| Telephone |
01452 700254 |
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01452 700254 |
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Old Hill Winford
Bristol
Gloucestershire
BS40 8DY
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Guiting Power
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5UG
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| Telephone |
01451 850307 |
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01451 850423 |
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Far Peak
Northleach
Gloucestershire
GL54 3JL
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| Telephone |
01451 860190 |
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01451 844150 |
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Forest Gate
Huntley
Gloucestershire
GL19 3EU
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01452 831192 |
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01452 831192 |
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Bourton-on-the-water
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 2LF
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Shepherds Patch
Slimbridge
Moreton In Marsh Caravan Club Site
GL2 7BP
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| Telephone |
01453 890483 |
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Open All Year |
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Bracelands Drive
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 7NN
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| Telephone |
0845 130 8224 |
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March - November |
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