Gloucestershire Attractions
Information - AttractionsBerkeley Castle.
England's oldest inhabited castle. Over 24 generations of Berkeleys have transformed a savage Norman fortress into a fascinating stately home full of treasures.
Tel 01453 810332 www.berkeley-castle.com
Cotswold Farm Park
The Farm Park specialises in rare breeds, including old Gloucestershire breeds, and offers the chance to meet over 50 breeding flocks and herds of farm animals.
Seasonal demonstrations such as lambing.
Tel 01451 850307. www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk
Gloucester Cathedral
Come and enjoy this impressive building, with a Norman nave, medieval glass in the great East window, and the tomb of Edward II. The cloisters were used as one of the film locations for the first two Harry Potter films.
Tel 01452 508211 www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk
Westonbirt - the National Arboretum
Spectacular all year round, the National Arboretum contains one of Europe's finest collections of trees and shrubs, with 17 miles of paths to explore, and events throughout the year.
Tel 01666 880220 www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt
The Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre
Founded by Sir Peter Scott at Slimbridge, the Centre is nationally known, and is noted for it's conservation. Wintering birds arriving from overseas make a spectacular display, but there are events throughout the year, and always something of interest.
Tel 01453 891900 www.wwt.org.uk
Hidcote Manor Garden
Internationally renowned, this memorable National Trust garden is, in reality, a series of smaller gardens, each with its own special atmosphere. One of the most inventive and influential gardens of the twentieth century.
Tel 01386 438817 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Sudeley Castle Gardens
Fourteen acres of gardens, including the Queens garden, famous for roses and the knot garden, all set against the backdrop of the Tudor spendour of the castle.
Tel 01242 602308 www.sudeleycastle.co.uk
Clearwell Caves - Ancient Iron Mines
Nine natural caverns tunnelled into for over 4000 years. A chance to explore the rich heritage of the unique Forest of Dean area.
Tel 01594 832535 www.clearwellcaves.com
