About Gloucester
Gloucester is a thriving city, which is currently the focus of extensive development in both residential and commercial projects. There is a unique marrying of old and new. In the morning you can view Roman foundations and an exquisite Norman cathedral (featured in the Harry Potter movies); in the afternoon you can walk along the thriving Victorian Docks, which emanate both historic and modern day living.
The History
Gloucester is acknowledged to be one of England's top ten historic cities. The existing street patterns of today's city centre follow those of Roman Glevum, especially along Southgate Street, Northgate Street and at the Cross.
The Choice
There is a bustling city centre offering a vast and increasing selection of shops, restaurants and markets.
The Location
Gloucester's position offers easy access to the M5 motorway. Furthermore, the rail links are excellent - here are a few examples to give you an idea;
| London Paddington | 1 hour 54 mins | Road - 108 miles |
| Birmingham | 59 mins | Road - 53 miles |
| Bristol | 49 mins | Road - 35 miles |
| Cardiff | 1 hour 11 mins | Road - 57 miles |


