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Historic Characters

Heritage Open Day: Overview of the many famous people who were born and lived in Gloucester. This tour brings alive some of the famous and influential people and colourful characters who were born and lived in Gloucester. Their fame and achievements extended far and wide but we remember their local origins.

Meet at St John’s Church, Northgate Street.
event dateSaturday 13 September and Sunday 14 September
venue addressSt John’s Church, Northgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL1 2AN
event timesSat 13 Sep:14.30; Sun 14 Sep:14.15; Free Entry.
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