Gloucester History Festival

Type:Historical

Blackfriars Priory, Ladybellgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2HN

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Gloucester History Festival
6-21 September 2025
Don't miss the intriguing programme of 200 talks, exhibitions, tours and entertainment that takes place all over Gloucester for the 15th year. Hear from over 100 speakers including Frank Skinner, Alice Roberts, Celia Imrie, Alan Johnson, Michael Heseltine, Tracy Borman, Lyse Doucet, Greg Jenner, Peter Frankopan, Olivette Otele and David Olusoga at beautiful 13th century Blackfriars Priory for the final week of festivities from Saturday 13 to Sunday 21 September. Come for a talk, stay for the magic of Blackfriars!

Join Britain's top historians, actors, comedians and broadcasters in a mouthwatering programme of events spanning the ancient city, including the unique tradition of Gloucester Day, the completely free Heritage Open Days programme and the Blackfriars Talks, entertainment, exhibitions and refreshments in the magical setting of Blackfriars Priory. The digital Blackfriars Talks programme can also be enjoyed livestreamed or on demand at home.

Book tickets and find out more: gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk
Tel 07834 406228

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