Set in a stunning waterside location, Gloucester Quays is a thriving leisure quarter, featuring an outlet shopping centre, multi-screen cinema and the Waterways Museum.
Shop and stay! Book a room at Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall Hotel and relax with us after your shopping trip.
Gloucester Quays has ample parking and is just 15 minutes’ drive from the hotel.
Woodchester Valley is a family owned boutique vineyard and winery in the South Cotswolds, with three vineyard sites in the Stroud valleys, producing a range of still white, rosé and sparkling wines.
Visit Woodchester Valley Vineyard and go on a journey of discovery through the vineyard, into the winery and finally into the glass and learn all about the fascinating world of viticulture in the UK. Try a selection of unique Cotswold still and sparkling wines and ‘drink in’ the Cotswold views in the tasting room.
Find out more about the award winning wines from the Cotswolds by booking your visit today!
Woodchester Valley Vineyard is only 30 minutes drive from the hotel.
Formally known as the Cathedral Church of St Peter and the Holy and Indivisible Trinity — stands just north of the city and is one of Britain’s most remarkable historic buildings. With origins dating back to around 679, it represents over 1,300 years of Christian faith, heritage, and architectural beauty.
Founded as a Benedictine abbey, the early monks followed the Rule of St Benedict, welcoming all who came as honoured guests — a tradition of hospitality that continues to this day.
Over the centuries, the Cathedral has grown into a centre of worship, music, and learning, with its story closely intertwined with the history of Britain. Visitors are drawn not only by its spiritual significance, but also by its breathtaking features, including the magnificent Cloisters. Renowned for their stunning fan vaulting — believed to be the earliest example in England, dating from 1412 — they are among the Cathedral’s most iconic highlights.
You may also recognise parts of the Cloisters from the Harry Potter film series, where select scenes were filmed, adding an extra touch of magic to this already unforgettable setting.
Located just a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
As the UK’s only complete surviving rococo garden, there’s nowhere like Painswick Rococo Garden.
This is a place to forget the stresses of everyday life. A place for fun, adventure and exploration. A place to relax, to restore, and to rediscover.
Whether you’re visiting as a family, a group of friends or a couple – or simply in need of some time alone in nature – you’ll discover a haven of peace and tranquillity, sprinkled with quirky features to surprise and delight you.
A garden for all seasons! From January’s first snowdrops—peaking in breathtaking drifts through February—the garden awakens into spring as hellebores, cyclamen, daffodils and over 9,000 bulbs bring colour through March and April. May and June see vibrant borders, aquilegia, heritage roses and fresh kitchen garden produce, while summer unfolds with fragrant blooms, wildflowers and abundant harvests through July and August. As autumn approaches, September and October deliver rich colour, ripening fruits and golden foliage, before November reveals the garden’s bare architectural beauty as it settles into winter.
Located just a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
Located at the gateway to the Cotswolds, the Cotswolds Designer Outlet offers a stylish shopping experience combining leading designer brands with exceptional value. Just moments from Junction 9 of the M5 near Tewkesbury, this vibrant retail destination brings together over 50 premium and high-street brands, alongside a selection of popular eateries and local independents. Designed with the charm of a traditional Cotswold village, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed day out—whether you’re browsing for bargains, dining with friends, or exploring the surrounding countryside.
Located just a 25-minute drive from the hotel.
