Visit Gloucestershire, the guide for residents and visitors

Where to advertise Gloucestershire events?

A great way to promote your Gloucestershire event is through Visit Gloucestershire.

The Visit Gloucestershire website has a Gloucestershire Events page which promotes local events in Gloucestershire. And you can list your Gloucestershire event FREE OF CHARGE!

Visit Gloucestershire allows you to reach a wide audience of visitors and locals interested in Gloucestershire's happenings through our website and Social Media.

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What is the largest town in Gloucestershire?

The largest town in Gloucestershire, in terms of population, is Cheltenham.

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Did St Briavels have a market?

Yes. During the medieval period, St Briavels functioned as a market settlement and commercial centre for the surrounding area. Its position near important routes through the Forest of Dean and close to the Welsh border helped attract traders, farmers and craftsmen who gathered to buy and sell goods.

The market supported the local economy and complemented the administrative functions of the castle. Agricultural produce, forest products and goods linked to the iron industry would have passed through the settlement. Although St Briavels eventually lost its status as an important market town, its historic role as a centre of trade contributed significantly to its growth and prosperity during the Middle Ages.

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What are some interesting facts about Cirencester?

• During Roman times, Cirencester was known as Corinium Dobunnorum and had a population of over 10,000 people - a major urban centre by ancient standards.
• The town's Roman amphitheatre, built in the 2nd century, is one of the largest in Britain and remains a popular historical site today.
• Cirencester Park is part of the Bathurst Estate and is home to the oldest polo club in the UK - the Cirencester Park Polo Club, established in 1894.
• The town has over 400 listed buildings, showcasing a remarkable blend of Roman, medieval, Georgian, and Victorian architecture.
• Cirencester was a major hub for the wool trade during the Middle Ages, contributing significantly to its wealth and the grandeur of the Church of St John Baptist.
• The town is still a thriving market town with strong ties to agriculture, heritage crafts, and Cotswold rural life.

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How to get to Cinderford?

Cinderford is located about 4 miles from the M5 motorway and can be easily reached by car. The nearest train station is in Lydney, from which you can catch a bus or taxi to Cinderford.

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