Gloucestershire Area Guides

Gloucestershire’s lively market towns, charming villages, and historic cities are all attractions for people who want to move to or visit the county. Gloucester, with its grand Norman cathedral and Roman heritage, has all the usual city amenities while boasting a large under-25 population.  Countryside makes up the vast majority of Gloucestershire. However, Gloucester is well-connected by bus and rail to Cardiff, London, Bristol, and Birmingham, and to nearby Cheltenham — and local bus services, cycle routes, and walking trails serve the rest of the county, including the honey-coloured stone cottages of the Cotswolds, the Forest of Dean, the Severn Vale, and the Stroud Valley. 

Living in Gloucestershire

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Cheltenham is a town located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the South West region of England. Being the cultural centre of the Cotswolds and one of the biggest towns in Gloucestershire, Cheltenham is regularly voted as one of the best places to live in the UK due to its fantastic facilities, stunning Regency architecture and many exciting festivals which run throughout the year. Also labeled as a spa town, Cheltenham Spa is said to be the “most complete regency town in England” with many of the buildings being listed. Cheltenham is a popular location not only because of the many different entertainment options that are provided but the impressive variety of homes across the town including county houses, terraced homes, cottages, rural properties and developments. 

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Newent is an old town that is located in the county of Gloucestershire, South West England. Situated around 8 miles north-west of Gloucester City on the northern edge of the Royal Forest of Dean, Newent is known for being a charming town with attractive architecture, and a centerpiece of the Old Market Hall, which was built in 1668. The majority of Newent town centre is a conservation area that has retained its original beauty, whilst also having plenty to offer its residents and visitors. Newent is a picturesque town that has long been known for its ever-growing wild daffodils which grow naturally in the woods and meadows around the town. Many footpaths are discoverable within Newent for any serious hikers or casual explorers to enjoy.  A wonderful range of properties are available in Newent for renters and buyers who can choose from large detached homes, cottages, terraced homes, and converted apartments. The average property price in Newent is around £300,000, which is below the London average of £530,000, although still fairly high for most families' budgets.