Blackfriars
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Blackfriars is one of the most complete surviving friaries of Dominican 'black friars' in England, later converted into a Tudor house and cloth factory. Notable features include the church and the fine scissor-braced dormitory roof. The site is managed by Gloucester City Council. Please check their website for their events programme. Read more about Blackfriars' history. Before You Go Parking: There is a charged car park next to Blackfriars. It is not managed by English Heritage. How to Find it: Blackfriars is in Blackfriars Lane, off Ladybellegate St Facilities: Gloucester has plenty of shops, facilities and places to eat and drink. Tours: Private tours can be booked through Gloucester City Council. Call 01452 396384 or email blackfriars@gloucester.gov.uk. Plan a Great Day Out Blackfriars Priory sits in the heart of Gloucester city centre, and there are plenty of places nearby that illustrate the rich history of the city, including the impressive cathedral and the Gloucester City Museum. The new Gloucester Quays development is a stone's throw away with plenty of shops, facilities and places to eat and drink. The Waterways Museum can be found here in a restored warehouse. A short drive away is the small but charming Odda's Chapel in the idyllic Cotswold village of Deerhurst. Over Bridge and Great Witcombe Roman Villa are also nearby. Opening Times 1 April - 23 October 2017 Monday 10:00 - 15:00 Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed Friday Closed Saturday Closed Sunday 10:00 - 15:00 Holiday opening times for this period Good Friday 14 Apr 2017 Closed Easter Sunday 16 Apr 2017 10:00 - 15:00 Easter Monday 17 Apr 2017 10:00 - 15:00 Early May Bank Holiday 1 May 2017 10:00 - 15:00 Spring Bank Holiday 29 May 2017 10:00 - 15:00 Summer Bank Holiday 28 Aug 2017 10:00 - 15:00 24 October 2017 - 29 March 2018 30 March 2018 onwards Opening times will be available nearer the time | |||||||||||||||||||||||