Parking in Gloucester Docks

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Gloucester Docs is a former dock estate that has become a popular free destination. It is one of the UK’s most inland Shipping Ports and one of Gloucester’s busiest tourist attractions. 

Visitors can enjoy a range of facilities while wandering around a remarkably complete example of a Victorian port.
There are plenty of attractions at Gloucester Docks. One of the most popular ones is the National Waterways Museum Gloucester, offering a hands-on experience for children and adults alike.

Other highlights include the Mariners Chapel, Gloucester Brewery, food outlets, and a cinema. 

Gloucester Quays has a multi-storey car park for 1400 cars which is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.  

There are Pay on Foot machines located on Level 1A, 2A, 3A, 3B, 2B, 1B and the Ground Floor by the Level B Lifts.

Parking fees:

Park and ride

There is a Park and Ride Service in Gloucester operating from Quedgeley.

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By Car:

The Historic Docks and Gloucester Quays are well sign-posted with brown signs on the main approach roads. 

For those with satellite navigation aids, the post code is GL1 2EH. 

By Bus:

For bus routes to and from Gloucester call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 or visit their website at  http://bit.ly/1MkaWSU.

By Bike:

Gloucester Quays offer Bike Racks across the Centre. They are located on St Ann Way, on the left hand side of the Car Park Rotunda, further down towards Baker Street, on Merchants Road (alongside Cote Brasserie) and on Llanthony Road (by TGI Fridays).

By Train:

The nearest train station is Gloucester Railway Station which is less than 20 minutes’ walk to Gloucester Quays via the city centre.

There are Blue Badge bays on every Level of the Gloucester Quays car parks.

Blue Badge holders can receive 4 hours FREE parking during the Centre's main trading hours (Monday to Friday 10:00am to 8:00pm, Saturday 10:00am to 7:00pm, Sunday 10:00am to 5:00pm and Bank Holidays 10:00am to 6:00pm).

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What is the Gloucester Quays outlet address?

The address is St Ann Way, Gloucester GL1 5SH, United Kingdom

Are there any hotels at Gloucester Docks?

There are many hotels within walking distance of Gloucester Docks, including Premier Inn Gloucester (Quayside) hotel, Travelodge Gloucester, Central Hotel Gloucester and The New County Hotel. 

How can I stay informed of what’s on at Gloucester Quays?

You can visit their website for more information on events.