Gloucester Events List –
March 2006
All year Monday to Saturday 10.45am to 3.15pm
Sunday 12.00pm to 2.30pm
Cathedral Guided Tours
Gloucester Cathedral, College Green
Discover 1300 years of history and follow in the footsteps of the monks through
the early vaulted cloisters. You will also see locations used in the filming of Harry Potter. Donations requested. Group tours
need to be booked in advance. Tours are from the information desk at west end of the Cathedral.
01452 528095
www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk
Every Monday
6.15pm – 7.15pm for beginners
7.45pm – 8.45pm for intermediates
Street Dance Classes
Linda Virgos Studios, Naas Lane, Quedgeley
Learn the basics of Street Dance, including some wicked moves. You will be
able to learn hip-hop, street dance, locking & popping.
07880 744229
Every Tuesday
7.30pm for beginners
9.00pm for intermediates
Learn to Jive
Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street
Jive, Swing and Lindy Hop Dance Classes with 4 levels from beginners to advanced.
Partner not necessary. Great fun, meet friends and get fitter all at the same time. For more details contact 01452 770701
or info@jazzjiveswing.com
01452 503050
www.gloucester.gov.uk/events
Every Wednesday
From 10.00am - 12.00 noon
Ladies' Morning
Ski and Snowboard Centre, Matson Lane, Robinswood Hill
This friendly 2-hour session is for ladies who want to improve their skiing
technique. The session includes a break for tea, coffee and biscuits. (Minimum recreational standards apply).
08702 400375
www.gloucesterski.com
Every Thursday
From 8.30am to 1.00pm
Gloucester Country Market
St John’s Hall, St John’s Lane
Come along to St Johns to enjoy quality, fresh home produced cakes, crafts,
fruit and vegetables and plants.
01452 700450
www.gloucestercountrymarket.co.uk
Every Thursday from 7.00pm
Jive & Swing Dance
Quedgeley Community Centre, School Lane
Learn to Jive and Swing Dance at Quedgeley Community Centre with Gary and Sara
Boon (The UK Lindy Hop Champions 2004/5). Lessons for beginners (7.00pm - 8.00pm), Intermediates (8.00pm - 9.00pm) and Advanced
(9.00pm - 10.00pm). All Welcome, no partner necessary.
www.jiveandswing.co.uk
Every Friday
From 9.00am to 3.00pm
Gloucester Farmers Market
All gate Streets
This fantastic local market is the ideal place to go to get your local specialities,
traditional apple juices, a stunning selection of mouth-watering cheeses, seasonal fruit and vegetables and lots more. Why not get to know the people who grow your food.
01453 758060
www.foodlinks.info
Every Saturday from 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Sk8zone
Sir Thomas Rich's Sports Centre, Oakleaze
Why not join a Roller-skating and Skateboarding session. Bring your own gear,
for 5 – 16 year olds. Come along!
www.sk8-zone.co.uk
Last weekend of each month (except January)
Craft Fair
Merchants Quay Shopping Centre, The Docks
Here is your chance to pick up some crafts down at the Merchants Quay shopping
centre. Details to be confirmed.
01452 311190
www.glosdocks.co.uk
Last weekend of the month in February, March, April, September, October and
November
Murder & Mystery Weekend Breaks
Hatton Court, Upton Hill, Upton St Leonards
Take a break and become a Super Sleuth and solve a crime of the century! Experience
the fun and suspense whilst enjoying a luxury break. You will be called upon to use your detective skills in gathering all
the evidence. But remember, trust nobody!
01452 617412
www.hatton-hotels.co.uk
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Monday 6th March to Saturday 11th March
Guys and Dolls
New Olympus Theatre, Barton Street
Gloucester Operatic and Drama Society proudly present Guys and Dolls, a musical
fable of Broadway. The Theatre box office is open 10.00am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday.
01452 525917
From 28th January to Saturday 11th March
Gallery open Tuesday to Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm
First Impressions
City Museum & Art Gallery, Brunswick Road
This is a thought-provoking exhibition of work by local artists (Cheltenham
Group of Artists) in both traditional and contemporary media. Characteristically, this exhibition includes work that varies
in style, approach and technique with something to interest everyone who visits. Much of the work is for sale. Free entry.
01452 396131
www.livinggloucester.co.uk
www.gloucester.gov.uk/citymuseum
Tuesday 24th January to Sunday 12th March
Museum open Tuesday to Sundays and Bank Holidays
10.00am - 5.00pm
2005 Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth
The worlds best wildlife photographs, organised by the Natural History Museum
and BBC Wildlife Magazine.
0845 450 0233
www.nature-in-art.org.uk
Friday 10th March to Sunday 12th March
A True Detective Murder Weekend
Hatton Court, Upton Hill, Upton St Leonards
This is as real as it gets! Become part of the Elite Murder
Squad, and reach your final conclusion with the help of The Pathologist, Forensic
Department and Scene of Crime Officers. The weekend provides you with a real life insight into the world of crime.
01452 617412
www.hatton-hotels.co.uk
Tuesday 7th March to Sunday 12th March
Museum open Tuesday to Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm
Artist in Residence - Philip Allder
Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth
A unique feature of Nature in Art is the opportunity for the visitor to see
artists at work in the studio. This week you can watch Philip Alder, Wildlife Artist.
0845 450 0233
www.nature-in-art.org.uk
Saturday 11th March
10.00am - 3.00pm
Colour Chaos
City Museum & Art Gallery, Brunswick Road
This is a National Science Week event. Discover some of the science behind
colour. Mix colours, make colours, catch a rainbow, make magic ink and eat sweets, all in the cause of science!
01452 396131
www.livinggloucester.co.uk
www.gloucester.gov.uk/citymuseum
Saturday 11th March at 3.00pm
Gloucester AFC v Bath
Gloucester City Football Club, Meadow Park, Sudmeadow Road
Support your local team and watch them take on Bath at home.
www.gloucestercityafc.com
Saturday 11th March at 8.00pm
Mark Steel
Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street
Subversive, witty and erudite, Steel has been performing stand up comedy for
over twenty years and should not be missed. Over 14s.
01452 503050
www.gloucester.gov.uk/events
www.offthekerb.co.uk
Saturday 11th March and Sunday 12th March
Science Week at the National Waterways Museum
National Waterways Museum, Llanthony Warehouse
Celebrate Einstein's birthday with hands on tutored experiments and drama.
01452 318200
www.nwm.org.uk
Sunday 12th March at 9.30am
Gloucester Group Ramblers Walk
Brunswick Square
Gloucester Group Ramblers Association are doing a leisurely 8.5 mile walk through
Over, Lassington, Rudford and Maisemore. Meet at Brunswick Square at 9.30am. For more information please contact Rosemary
on 618404.
www.ramblers.org.uk
Tuesday 14th March - Thursday 16th March
Museum open 10.00am - 5.00pm Tuesday to Sundays
Artist in Residence - Bryan Hanlon
Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth
A unique feature of Nature in Art is the opportunity for the visitor to see
artists at work in the studio. This week you can watch Bryan Hanlon at work with Pastels.
0845 450 0233
www.nature-in-art.org.uk
Tuesday 14th March - Friday 17th March
Cheltenham Gold Cup
Cheltenham Racecourse
For four extraordinary days in March the National Hunt racing community from
all over the world converge on Cheltenham. This is one of the biggest events in the racing calendar and should not be missed
by any racing fan. Admission charged.
Friday 17th March - Sunday 19th March
Museum open 10.00am - 5.00pm Tuesday to Sundays
Artist in Residence - Alison Cooper
Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth
A unique feature of Nature in Art is the opportunity for the visitor to see
artists at work in the studio. This week you can watch Alison Cooper (Botanical).
0845 450 0233
www.nature-in-art.org.uk
Friday 17th March
Kick off at 7.45pm
England A v Ireland A
Gloucester Rugby Club, Kingsholm Road
Gloucester is hosting the Six Nations A team clash between England and Ireland
A teams. This promises to be a great night for Gloucester Rugby. Please call to confirm all details.
0871 871 8781
www.gloucesterrugbyclub.com
Friday 17th March
Jail Break
GL1, Bruton Way
Come along to GL1 if you enjoy Gospel music and watch the Gloucester and District
Christian Choir perform this new musical, Jail Break.
01452 503050
www.gloucester.gov.uk/events
Friday 17th March
Doors open at 7.30pm
Wranch plus Aburningruin
Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street
These Forest of Dean bands will perform on the Guildhall’s Stage.
01452 503050
www.gloucester.gov.uk/events
Saturday 18th March to Saturday 29th March
Museum open Tuesday to Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm
QA20
City Museum & Art Gallery, Brunswick Road
Quilt Art is celebrating its 20th anniversary with this stunning exhibition
of new work by group members. A wide range of approaches can be seen in this exhibition as well as subjects varying from realistic
and impressionistic landscapes to struggles with weight loss and an angry commentary on war.
01452 396131
www.gloucester.gov.uk/citymuseum
www.livinggloucester.co.uk
Saturday 18th March and Sunday 19th March
Oxenhall Daffodil Teas
Oxenhall Parish Hall, 1 Mile North of Newent
Light lunches and country teas available in the Parish Hall. Cakes, plants
& bric-a-brac for sale. Please call in on your way to the Daffodil Woods where Woodland Walk maps of the local area are
available. Proceeds are in aid of St Anne's Church Funds.
01531 820401
Saturday 18th March at 7.30pm
St Cecilia Singers
Gloucester Cathedral
This is your opportunity to hear the extraordinary St Cecilia Singers and string
orchestra at Gloucester Cathedral. With conductor Robert Houssart. Tickets will be available from Gloucester Tourist Information Centre.
01452 396572
www.visitgloucester.info
www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk
Saturday 18th March at 8.00pm
Tribute to Michael Jackson
GL1, Bruton Way
You must not miss this fantastic live concert - a Tribute to Michael Jackson,
on at the Glevum Hall at GL1.
01452 503050
www.gloucester.gov.uk/events
Tuesday 21st March at 8.00pm
Musiclab – The Guildhall Open Stage
Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street
This free event is open to all. The
Guildhall will supply the PA and audience, you just need to bring your ideas and inspiration.
01452 503050
www.gloucester.gov.uk/events
Tuesday 21st March to Sunday 26th March
Museum open 10.00am - 5.00pm Tuesday to Sundays
Artist in Residence – Chris Jones and Jonathan Pointer
Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth
A unique feature of Nature in Art is the opportunity for the visitor to see
artists at work in the studio. This week you can watch Chris Jones and Jonathan Pointer, Painters.
0845 450 0233
www.nature-in-art.org.uk
Tuesday 21st March at 7.30pm
A Natural Eye
Kings School, Archdeacon Street
Gloucester Camera Club presents A Natural Eye, a lecture by Heather Angel.
Ticket price includes refreshments and entry into a raffle. Parking will be available at the school from Gouda Way. For tickets
please contact Geoffrey Dawson on 01452 520931.
www.gloucestercameraclub.org.uk
Tuesday 21st March to Sunday 23rd April
Museum open 10.00am – 5.00pm Tuesday to Sundays plus Bank Holidays
Call of the Wild
Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth
This is an exhibition in celebration of birds of prey.
0845 450 0233
www.nature-in-art.org.uk
Saturday 21st March at 7.45pm
Gloucester City FC v Yate Town
Gloucester City Football Club, Meadow Park, Sudmeadow Road
Cheer on Gloucester as they take on Yate in the Southern League Premier Division.
www.gloucestercityafc.com
Friday 24th March at 7.30pm
Champagne Evening
Corse Lawn House Hotel, Corse Lawn
Want to drink and learn about fabulous fizz? Renowned expert Phillippe Boucheron
is on hand to help you sample some great Champagne over a three-course dinner, canapés, aperitif, champagne and coffee.
01452 780771
www.corselawn.com
Friday 24th March and Saturday 25th March
Performance starts at 7.30pm
Much Ado About Nothing
Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street
This Shakespeare tale of romantic combat and love is performed by the Offstage
Theatre Group and is an event not to be missed.
01452 503050
www.gloucester.gov.uk/events
www.offstagetheatregroup.com
Saturday 25th March at 9.50am
Gloucester Group Ramblers Walk
The Gloucester Group of Ramblers is walking part of the Glevum Way from Churchdown
Community Centre to Gloucester Docks. Meeting at Gloucester Bus Station at 9.50am. This is a level, 8-mile walk. For more
information please contact David on 01452 418417.
www.ramblers.org.uk
Saturday 25th March
7.30pm - 11.00pm
Non-Stop Ballroom Dancing
Ribston Hall High School, Stroud Road
Non Stop Ballroom Dancing including Latin American and Popular Sequence. There
is a large dance floor, with dancing to the music of Autumn Leaves. Proceeds go to the Gloucestershire Macmillan Nurse Appeal.
01452 387536
Saturday 25th March at 3.00pm
Gloucester RFC v Bristol
Gloucester Rugby Club, Kingsholm Road
Gloucester Rugby takes on Bristol in this Guinness Premiership derby.
0871 871 8781
www.gloucesterrugbyclub.com
Sunday 26th March
Mothering Sunday Family Activity Day
National Waterways Museum, Llanthony Warehouse
Enjoy Mothering Sunday at the National Waterways Museum with this family activity
day with roast lunch. Mums get free entry into the museum (bookable in advance).
01452 318200
