Events

You will arrive on Saturday at lunchtime at the Mercure Bowden Hall Hotel, where you will be warmly greeted by Rene and Edith. Upon your arrival, they will assist you with checking into your rooms, ensuring you are comfortable and settled in for your stay. 

At 16:00, you are invited to enjoy a delightful Cream Tea. This will be served with the assistance of the Allo Allo team, providing a charming and authentic touch to the afternoon. 

The evening’s festivities will begin at 20:00 with the much-anticipated Allo Allo show. During the performance, you will be treated to a fabulous three-course meal. After the show concludes, the fun continues with a lively disco, which will run until midnight, offering the perfect opportunity to dance and socialise. 

On Sunday morning, a Full English Breakfast will be served, allowing you to start your day with a hearty meal. Rene and Edith will bid you farewell in classic Allo Allo style, ensuring a memorable end to your weekend experience.

Prices from £59.50 per person 

Wedding Fayre – Sunday 11th October 2026

11am – 2pm
Come along to our Wedding Fayre and meet Vicky and Chelsea, along with some of Gloucestershire’s best wedding suppliers.
Enjoy a glass of Prosecco and delicious canapés on arrival, and chat with our friendly team as they help bring your dream wedding to life

Friday 20th March – Murder at the manor  

Friday 8th May – Holmes is where the heart is  

Friday 3rd July – Midsummer murderer  

Friday 21st August – Electric dreams 

Friday 25th September – Parent teachers association  

Friday 30th October – From the shadows 

Friday 20th November – Murder on the dance floor  

Thursday 3rd December – Silent night, deadly night  

Prices from £69 per person 

Guests will receive a delicious 3 course evening meal whilst the murder mystery takes place in one of the hotels elegant function rooms. Murder Mystery guests can spend a lazy afternoon with a speciality tea or coffee and read the newspaper in the lounge bar or if you are feeling adventurous why not explore the beautiful surrounding countryside.  

Experience an unforgettable weekend as Basil, Sybil and Manuel take over the Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel to present the Fawlty Towers Revisited Weekend Show. This special event promises laughter, entertainment and a host of exciting activities for all attendees. 

Unique Check-In Experience: Arrive at the hotel around 14:00, where you will be checked into your room by the cast members themselves, setting the perfect tone for the weekend. Afternoon Cream Tea: At 16:00, join Basil, Sybil and Manuel for a delightful afternoon cream tea, offering a chance to mingle with the cast and fellow guests. Comedy Dinner Show: At 19:30, make your way to the Function Suite for the Fawlty Towers Comedy Dinner Show. Sit back and enjoy a hilarious performance paired with a sumptuous three-course meal. Disco: After the show and meal, guests are invited to dance the night away at our lively disco, ensuring the festivities continue late into the evening. Start your Sunday with a full English breakfast, where the cast will bid farewell in classic Fawlty Towers style, ensuring you leave with wonderful memories of the weekend. Safe journey home! 

If you are unable to attend the full weekend, you are welcome to join us just for the evening meal, show and disco. 

Prices from £59.50 per person

Dick Whittington’s Pussy has gone missing, which is causing him some distress. He’s come to London to search for his soulmate – but the fact he’s dressed like the Principal Boy from a panto, complete with skirt and long boots, leads to a few misunderstandings among the locals. 

Featuring characters from the classic story – Sarah the Cook, Idle Jack, King Rat, Alice, idle Jack and more – this not-for-children re telling of adventures is a must for your Christmas outing (oh yes it is…)” 

OVER 18’s ONLY 

Prices from £59.50 per person

The Royal International Air Tattoo – Friday 17th July – Sunday 19th July 2026 

The Royal International Air Tattoo is a world-class celebration of aviation, held each year at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Featuring hundreds of aircraft and spectacular flying displays, it brings together air forces and enthusiasts from across the globe. It’s the ultimate festival of flight—thrilling, inspiring, and truly unforgettable.

Gloucestershire’s Vintage and Country Extravaganza – Friday 31st July – Sunday 2nd August 2026  

Taking place at South Cerney Airfield, near Cirencester, the much-anticipated event promises another spectacular edition featuring thousands of vintage transport exhibits, three live arenas and a rich variety of countryside attractions. Hosted by the Stroud Vintage Transport & Engine Club, the Extravaganza has become a much-loved fixture on the national events calendar, drawing in enthusiasts, families, and collectors from across the UK. Over three fun-filled days, visitors can enjoy a nostalgic celebration of transport history, countryside traditions and all things vintage.

Gloucester Goes Retro

One of the highlights of the city’s vibrant festival calendar, Gloucester Goes Retro features over 500 classic vehicles filling the historic Gate Streets and Gloucester Docks. You will find famous car brands from yesteryear including Aston Martin, Jensen, Bentley, Triumph, Morris and Alvis to name just a few. Incredible vehicles from the 1900s through the Roaring Twenties and the War Years to the gleaming chrome of the fifties, the iconic designs of the Swinging Sixties, sports cars from the eighties and an instant nostalgia hit from nineties classics.

Cheltenham Festivals

• Cheltenham Science Festival: 2 – 7 June 2026 

• Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival – 19 – 21 June 2026 

• Cheltenham Music Festival: 3 – 11 July 2026 

• The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival: 9 – 18 October 2026.  

• Gloucester Quays and Historic Docks – Runs weekends from November 7–8 until December 19-20 

• Cheltenham Christmas Market (The Promenade and Long Gardens) 

• Gift Market dates: 19th to 22nd November 2026 

• Arts & Crafts Market dates: 10th to 23rd December 2026 

Three Counties Showground

• Malvern Autumn Show – Friday 25th September – Sunday 27th September 2026 

• A vibrant festival of gardening, food and countryside life. Across three inspiring days, enjoy spectacular RHS floral displays, giant vegetable competitions, expert talks, delicious local food and plenty of family-friendly entertainment 

• Royal Three Counties Show – Friday 12th June – Sunday 14th June 2026 

• One of the UK’s largest and longest-running celebrations of farming, food and rural life, held annually at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern.  Across three unforgettable days, enjoy spectacular livestock displays, live entertainment, artisan food and shopping, plus over 100 family-friendly activities for all ages 

• Three Counties Food + Drink Festival – Saturday 25th July – Sunday 26th July 2026 

• Winter Glow – Friday 20th November – Thursday 31st December 2026e