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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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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Where is the Forest of Dean?

The Forest of Dean is a geographical region in the western part of the county of Gloucestershire. It forms a roughly triangular area bounded by the River Wye to the west and northwest, Herefordshire to the north, the River Severn to the south, and the City of Gloucester to the east.

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How do I get to Huntley?

Huntley is located just off the A40, between Gloucester and Ross-on-Wye. The nearest train station is in Gloucester, from where you can take a bus or taxi to the village.

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How do I get to South Cerney?

The Gloucestershire village of South Cerney is easily accessible by road and public transport. The village is located just off the A419 road, which connects to the M4 and M5 motorways, making it convenient for those traveling by car.

There is limited public transport available, with bus services connecting South Cerney to nearby towns such as Cirencester and Swindon.

The nearest railway station is in Kemble, approximately 3 miles away, which offers services to London and other major cities.

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