Cheap Flights to Gloucester

A county located in Gloucestershire in the West County of England, Gloucester with a past of Roman foundations and Wars of Roses is rich in history and heritage. Its multicultural society possesses a unique blend of attractions, entertainment, festivals, a collection of specialist and high-end shops, restaurants, cafes, pubs and wine bars. The Cotswolds Hills nestled in the Severn Valley forms the backdrop of the county. So, taking cheap flights to Gloucester for your next holiday is not a bad option at all, as you can witness both history and natural beauty in the county.

Right from Cotswolds to the woods of Dean and from the Five Valleys to the Valley of Severn Vale, tourist attractions are aplenty at the county.

The Royal Woods of Dean is snuggled between the Severn Valley, the Vale of Leadon and the Wye Valley. Covering an area of 27, 000 acres, it is one of the few remaining forests in England. Also called the ‘Queen of Forests’, this woodland was declared a National Forest Park in the year 1938. Cheap flights to Gloucester should be taken to witness the natural charm of this forest. It is not just spectacular but also has an air of mystery to it, which has inspired authors like J.K. Rowling to include Tolkien.

The lush meadows, Severn Vale, are situated along the lower reaches of Thames. Half-timbered buildings, black and white in color, populate the expanse. The estuary is a great place for bird-watching.

After viewing its natural beauty, you may head towards its historic attractions like the Berkeley Castle which is a medieval castle known for housing frightening creepy dungeons. It is here that Edward II was brutally murdered in 1327.

Chedworth Roman Villa in Yanworth displays the lifestyle of the ancient Romans at this site of National Trust, which includes the remains of holy spring and mosaics.

Visit Clearwell Caves in Coleford to explore the iron mines of the ancient woods of Dean. Here, you can also see an overwhelming natural system of caves.

Harry Porter lovers must pay a visit to Gloucester Cathedral, the church where the first movie of the series was shot.

Get yourself accommodated in one of the luxurious hotels in Gloucester and explore all the attractions of the county for as long as you want.