Heritage Hub events
Chartered Territory - a focus on maps
Saturday 1st February, 1-3pm
1.30pm – ‘Maps: the key to uncovering history’ by Dr John Chandler
An opportunity to see some of the most treasured maps held at Gloucestershire Archives
Refreshments throughout the day, donations welcome
Discover more about your past heritage at the Gloucestershire Family History Centre, open from 10am-4pm.
'Remember when...' - an afternoon of reminiscence
Saturday 1st March, 1-4pm
1.15pm: Lives of the past – ‘One lady’s journey through the census’ by Jemma Fowkes, Community Heritage Officer at Gloucestershire Archives
2.30pm: Voices of the past – A talk by Katie Scaife, of the 'Sounds of the South-West' project, based at Bristol Archives on her work with audio-visual archives
Employers, activities and occupations of the past - a display of records from major local employers such as Fielding and Platt, the Gloucester Railway Carriage and Wagon Company and the Dowty Group of Cheltenham plus material from family and local collections held at Gloucestershire Archives
Thoughts about the past - Gloucestershire Libraries’ Reminiscence exhibition
Refreshments throughout the day, donations welcome
Find your past heritage at the Gloucestershire Family History Centre, open 10am-4pm
Green Pledge Project event - 'The Price of Food', a focus on food and farming
Saturday 5th April, 1-4pm
More details to come.
To book and for further information about all our events, including our online 'Secrets Revealed' talk held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, 1-2pm, please see here
Llanthony History Huddle: Meeting Monthly to Share Llanthony's Place in History
We launched the History Huddle in 2024 to connect our community with the rich and diverse history that surrounds us. Our goal is to engage people with the rich history of Llanthony Secunda Priory not just through informative talks, but also by offering interactive sessions with our wonderful staff, dedicated volunteers, and inspiring guest speakers.
We’re excited to announce that our History Huddle will be continuing throughout 2025, with new speakers and fascinating workshops planned.
We meet on the second Thursday of each month from March to October, from 6-7.30pm. Admission is free, although donations are welcome. We’d love for you to join us and become part of our history. You can find out more at here
Get warm in Winter and ready for Spring...
Gloucester History Festival Winter Warmer
24 January - 6 March 2025
Enjoy 50 events broadcast over 25 days all from the comfort of home this winter. The mouth-watering programme includes Jeremy Bowen, Mary Beard, David Olusoga, William Dalrymple, Greg Jenner, Marc Morris, Michael Wood, Natalie Haynes, Philippa Langley and many more.
The digital festival features highlights from the 2024 spring and autumn festivals, some shown for the first time, plus special events from the archives all curated by Festival President Janina Ramirez. Watch out for our special Gloucestershire History Day on Friday 7 February.
The Winter Warmer Pass offers all 50 events for £30. Individual events cost £6. Tickets on sale now, see here
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Gloucester History Festival Spring Weekend
25-27 April 2025
Forty of Britain’s leading historians join us for an intriguing three day programme of compelling talks and controversial debates in the magical setting of Blackfriars Priory. Speakers include Tracy Borman, Hallie Rubenhold, Tony Robinson, Bettany Hughes and Ian Mortimer with talks ranging from Edward II and the Tudor Queens to James I, Edwardian crime and the wonders of the Ancient World.
Tickets go on sale on 7 March. To book and for further information see here