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NEW for 2025 The King’s Bastion is open again for visits!

King’s Walk Shopping Centre, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1EA

  • 12 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

An underground tour of the remains of the Bastion, part of the ancient walls of Gloucester

Two metres below ground, The King’s Bastion contains remains of the Roman city wall and a defensive tower, probably constructed during the reign of Henry III, and is located under a trapdoor in the King’s Walk Shopping Centre. Having been closed for a few years, we are delighted to offer these tours again this year for Heritage Open Days..

Timings & Tours

Friday 12 September:
10.30, 11.15, 12.00, 12.45, 13.30, 14.15 & 15.00

Location & directions

King’s Walk Shopping Centre, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1EA

Directions:
Meet by the entrance in King’s Walk Shopping Centre by the silver trapdoors. Please arrive promptly for your session as we only have a short changeover time between groups.
Contact on day:
Debbie Vass

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Book online at buytickets.at/gloucestercivictrustlimited or in person at The Folk of Gloucester Thursday to Saturday 10.00-16.00. Suitable for ages 13+ ( no unaccompanied children under 18)
Booking website:
https://buytickets.at/gloucestercivictrustlimited
Booking opens:
04 Aug 2025 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Not accessible by wheelchair or suitable for those with mobility issues. Uneven surfaces -sensible flat footwear required. No heels / open shoes.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
10
Est. tour duration:
0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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