Autumn is well and truly upon us. The temperature has dropped and the garden has become awash with fallen leaves and we have just about got over our ‘missing’ summer.
On the positive side there’s an awful lot going on in Gloucestershire and we have been extremely busy. The times Cheltenham Literature Festival is underway and there are some very impressive names attending this year. The festival just goes from strength to strength each year. We have tickets for to give away for the finale of the Festival featuring Toni Morrison.
The Autumn half term holiday is upon us later this month and as it includes Halloween we have decided to dedicate a whole section to it (there’s even a couple of video clips to get you in the mood and a competition to win a Ghosts of Gloucestershire DVD). There are some great events planned and one of the major highlights is Frightmare at Over Farm, with activities for children during the day and scarier stuff for the grown ups later on.
It’s a fantastic time of the year for a walk taking in the amazing autumn colours and collecting berries and conkers along the way. The Forest of Dean is a magical place at this time of year as is Westonbirt Arboretum near Tetbury. So get the family wrapped up and go and Explore…
FEATURED NEWS & REVIEWS
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Halloween Events in Gloucestershire 2008
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Win a Ghosts of Gloucestershire DVD starring ‘Most Haunted’ Richard Felix.
Explore Gloucestershire have teamed up with Felix Films to offer you the chance to win one of five 'Ghosts of Gloucestershire' DVD's, starring Richard Felix from the popular spooky television show, 'Most Haunted'
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Win tickets to see Toni Morrison
The culmination of The Times Cheltenham Literature Festival this October has been announced as Nobel prize-winning author, Toni Morrison who will be speaking at The Centaur, Prestbury Park, Cheltenham. |
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Fireworks in Gloucestershire
This list is growing as we speak. Keep a check on the website for events in your area. If you want to promote a display for FREE click here. |
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Christmas in Gloucestershire 2008
It may seem a long way off but we all know it will be upon us sooner than we think. Our Christmas section is now ready and being updated on a daily basis. We have tried to make it easy to navigate so it’ll be easy to find Santa in Gloucestershire and when the Christmas lights are being switched on. We have a few ideas for the more unusual gifts as well so if you want to buy your loved one a skydiving thrill, a train driving experience, be a zoo keeper for a day or adopt an animal then look no further… Add us to your favourites for a useful reference. Again updated daily. |
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FEATURED EVENTS
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Events at the Everyman Theatre
Throughout October 2008
Dark theatre, comedy, dance, opera and even an award winning West End production comes to Cheltenham. |
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Comedy & Theatre Events at Gloucester Guildhall
Throughout October 2008 |
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Music Events at Gloucester Guildhall
Throughout October 2008 |
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Cinema at Gloucester Guildhall
Throughout October 2008 |
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Exhibitions at Gloucester Guildhall
Throughout October 2008 |
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Workshops & Classes at Gloucester Guildhall
Throughout October 2008 |
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Living Food at Taurus Crafts
Until 26 October 2008
Connecting food, nature and people in the Forest of Dean. |
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Tewkesbury Traditional Mop Fair
9-10 October 2008
Tewkesbury closes its streets for its annual fair. |
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Howlers at the Oak
10 October 2008
Cheltenham’s favourite comedy club now in Prestbury. |
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The King of Spain’s Daughter at Clearwell Caves
10-11 October 2008
This promises to be another great atmospheric event held 100ft underground. |
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Howlers at The Venue
11 October 2008
Get together with a group of friends for a great Saturday night out. |
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The 23rd GWR Steam and Vintage Rally
11-12 October 2008
Gloucestershire's best steam and old vehicle event has been moved to a new, larger venue for 2008 – Cheltenham Racecourse. |
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One Sky One World Kite Day 2008
12 October 2008
Celebrating One Sky One World international peace day. |
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Dr Mark Horton at Out of the Hat
15 October 2008
The presenter of ‘Coast’ will be talking about the recent series. |
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Friend Reunited at the Gardens Gallery
15- 21 October 2008
Carole Bury and Nikky Corker reunited for their first joint exhibition in the Montpellier Gardens, Cheltenham |
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Gloucester Music Society: ‘Along the Field’
16 October 2008
Celebrating their 79th season of concerts a Vaughan Williams anniversary concert by English Ayres. |
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Children’s Middle Earth Trail at Puzzlewood
18 October – 2 November 2008
Widely thought to be the inspiration behind Tolkiens ‘Lord of the Rings’ Puzzlewood sets the scene for a trail to search for elves, orcs and wizards in the mysterious and enchanted woods. |
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The Showcase
18 & 19 October 2008
A stunning start to the new season of racing at Prestbury Park |
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Tiara & Wellington Memory Walk 2008
19 October 2008
In aid of the Alzheimer’s Society a day of activities including walking, raffle, memory tree and welly throwing! |
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Citizens Day
19 October 2008
Celebrating Cheltenham’s communities with an afternoon of activities. |
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The Big Draw at Cheltenham Art Gallery
19 October 2008
Help to create a huge 3D townscape. |
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Howlers at the Hall
22 October 2008
Cabaret style comedy in the Pillar Room. |
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Out of the Hat – Tudor Tales
25 October 2008
Travel back to Tudor times with these special story telling and craft workshops. |
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The Big Draw Book – Art for all ages
25 October – 5 November 2008
Add your little bit of creativity to the Big Book! |
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Halloween Trail at Lodge Park
25 October - 2 November 2008
A spooky quiz around the Lodge- not for the faint –hearted! |
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Apple Day at Gloucester Folk Museum
25 October 2008
An annual celebration of the classic Gloucestershire autumn fruit. |
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Autumn Diesel Gala
25 – 26 October 2008
Enjoy a diesel powered day with a difference. |
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Hallow-eek! at Sudeley Castle
25-31 October 2008
Spooky fun as you follow Merlin’s trail around the Castle. |
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Halloween Trail at Chedworth Roman Villa
25 October – 2 November 2008
Follow the trail, solve the clues and claim your prize. |
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Autumn Ramble at Sherborne Park
26 October 2008
Join the warden for around the estate to enjoy the autumn colours. |
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Tewkesbury Halloween Treasure Hunt
27 October – 1 November 2008
A hunt around the town centre. |
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Autumnal Fireworks at Westonbirt
27- 30 October 2008
Witness the spectacular arboretum at this special time of year. |
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Prestbury & Cheltenham Ghost Walks
27 October – 2 November 2008
Learn a little about the Ghostly goings on in Ghoulestershire!! |
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Halloween Craft Corner at City Museum & Art Gallery
28 October - 1 November 2008
A school holiday workshop. |
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Old Baptist Chapel – Drawing with Paper
29 October 2008
A school holiday workshop. |
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Holiday activities at Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum
29 & 30 October 2008
Workshops celebrating Diwali and ‘Weird & Wonderful’ |
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Nobel Prize winning author Toni Morrison live at The Centaur
29 October 2008
A special event to conclude the 2008 Times Cheltenham Literature Festival. Enter our prize draw for your chance to win tickets. Closing Date 20 October 2008 |
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Old Baptist Chapel – Cartoon drawing workshop
31 October 2008
A school holiday workshop. |
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Scary Skeletons in Moreton-in-Marsh
31 October 2008
A holiday workshop for children aged between 5 and 11 |
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Nuns & Monks Ghost Walk
31 October 2008
Led by Lyn Cindery with prizes for the best dressed Nun and Monk. |
