Trip back in time to mark end of four-year project

41 Westgate Street, a 16th Century building, was one of the properties to benefit

City residents are being invited to join in celebrations marking the end of a four-year regeneration scheme.

The Cathedral Quarter project, aimed at bringing vacant buildings on Gloucester's Westgate Street back into use, is officially drawing to a close.

Craft stalls, mural painting and family activities are among the celebrations planned for 15 June, along with an interactive archaeology exhibit showcasing 3D images of the city's past.

Emily Gibbon, Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID) manager said the project has brought the historic street "to life".

"The many renovations, improvements and additions have created a wonderful ambience to the street, encouraging more people and being a place to be proud of," Mrs Gibbon said.

Events on 14 June will see Makers Market craft stalls pop up in the quarter, along with entertainment, mural painting, workshops, trails and activities for families.

There will also be an exhibition in the Cathedral Quarter Shop and an opportunity to feed back on the project.

What has the project included?

As part of the project, 17 properties received funding for conservation and renovation works.

Thirteen shopfront improvements were made, reinstating traditional styles and signage.

Vacant buildings were brought back into use and planters with trees were installed.

Information boards telling the stories of local people and buildings have been placed on the street, along with brass plaques on benches.

A Beatrix Potter Mouse trail was also created, with 10 brass plaques depicting mice from the much-loved story installed on the ground for families to find.

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