Gloucester Docks Activity Hub

Based in the historic Gloucester Docks our new activity hub offers opportunities to have fun, find new experiences and stay active by water.

Enjoy free family activities in the heart of Gloucester Docks. From our Dockside Detectives trail that you can pick up from the Museum to free arts and crafts activities at our 'Let's Create' sessions in the holidays, there's lots to keep children entertained.

Coming soon

At the activity hub we are busy expanding our volunteering teams to be able to deliver more of our free 'Let's Walk' sessions in 2027. This will include:

• Nature Connection Walks - Gloucester Docks
• Nature Connection Walks - Podsmead
• Let's Walk and Talk - Podsmead
• Heritage tours - Gloucester Docks
• Mindful Photography Walks - G&S/Gloucester Docks

We are also excited to announce our 'Canalathon 2027' as part of the docks' 200 celebrations. Walk, kayak, canoe or paddleboard the eight miles from Saul Junction to Gloucester Docks on June 19 2027.

This is not a race - just a chance to connect with nature and others, have some fun and raise money for your favourite charity. More information will be available soon. Places are capped at 100 participants for walking and 100 participants for unpowered water craft so watch this space.

Wellbeing on Sabrina 5

Try yoga, pilates and more on our refurbished static barge Sabrina 5. This intimate and comfortable space offers a calm place in the city centre hosting small group classes, delivered by qualified and experienced instructors.

More information on Sabrina 5 and private hire enquiries

Canal walks

Led by our lovely local volunteers Let’s Walk is a way to be active, meet people and spend time by water. Our walks are free, fun and friendly! From historical tours to social walks we offer something for everyone, and we welcome both rolling and strolling. Search our latest events below to book your free place.

Community paddling

Our community paddling hub offers paddling taster sessions in Gloucester Docks on Canadian Canoes, SUP and sit on top kayaks.

Led by our team of qualified volunteers we offer free sessions at our public open days. Book your place on Eventbrite now! If you are a local community or education group interested in a private session please contact [email protected] for enquiries.

With funding from Sport England and the Canoe Foundation our Barge Arm Pontoon in the Docks has been upgraded to offer step free access suitable for wheelchair users, and we seek to offer inclusive and adaptive paddling, enabling everyone to enjoy the water.

All events at Gloucester Activity Hub