Gloucester is a city that is full of history and culture, as well as being a convenient location to live if you want to get elsewhere. Surrounded by beautiful countryside with the Forest of Dean and the Cotswolds on its doorstep, you can see why it is a popular location to live in. If you think Gloucester is the place for you there are also plenty of places like this estate agency Gloucester www.thomasandthomasproperty.co.uk/ that can help you find a place.
Gloucester’s history is evident all around the city. The Cathedral stands at the centre of the city itself and for hundreds of years has been a prominent feature of the Gloucester skyline. Nowadays of course it is famed for being one of the filming locations for Harry Potter!
The cobbled medieval streets lead to the historic docks, which have now been regenerated and as well as having modern housing, are also home to Gloucester quays shopping outlet and also the Historic Waterways Museum.
Throughout the city, there are lots of family friendly communities and amenities that suit family life. From numerous parks and play areas, to a wide range of highly regarded schools. Events throughout the year include the Tall ships festival, the Christmas Lantern Parade and small local events like craft fayres and family fun days.
If you want to get around the country, transport links make it easy – with direct trains into London from Gloucester train station, access to the M5 to take you north or south and both Bristol and Birmingham airports being an hour away in either direction, you can see why it is a popular choice.
