Rudford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Course of railway at Rudford Course of the long closed Gloucester to Hereford railway line. When built the railway company purchased much of the old Gloucester to Hereford Canal and used its route for the railway line. Rudford church can be seen in the background.
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Bridge over dismantled railway Narrow bridge over the former Ledbury to Gloucester railway line.
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Battle of Barber's Bridge Monument
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Rudford (Glos) St Mary's Church.
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Barber's Bridge monument The inscription on this monument reads: "These stones taken from the ancient walls of the city of Gloucester mark the burial place of the Welsh of Lord Herbert's force who fell in the combined attack of Sir William Waller and Colonel Massey, on their entrechments at Highnam. March 24.1643." The burial pit of the Royalist dead was discovered here in the 19C during the construction of a new railway.
De Vere Tortworth Court

De Vere Tortworth Court

4 out of 5
1 Tortworth Wotton-under-Edge England
The price is NZ$224 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$224
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Wotton-under-Edge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Impressive facilities, decent restaurant serving very good meals, buffet breakfast was of good quality with plenty of options. Some minor decor and cleanliness issues in the en-suite.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

De Vere Tortworth Court
Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa

Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Shurdington Road Cheltenham England
The price is NZ$158 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$158
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Its always good there

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa
Queens Hotel Cheltenham

Queens Hotel Cheltenham

4 out of 5
The Promenade Cheltenham England
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Very comfortable stat large room. Spotless. Ideal location

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

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Crescent Place by Mansley

Crescent Place by Mansley

3 out of 5
1a Crescent Place Cheltenham England
Stay at this aparthotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and Netflix. Popular attractions Cheltenham Racecourse and The Promenade are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
Very good in general

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Crescent Place by Mansley
Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley

Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley

4 out of 5
55 St Georges Place Cheltenham England
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Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley
Portland Apartments

Portland Apartments

3.5 out of 5
43 Portland Street Cheltenham England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Cheltenham Racecourse and ...
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Popular places to visit

Merchants\' Quay showing shopping, street scenes and signage

Gloucester Docks

4/5(5 reviews)

Once a thriving maritime port, this urban redevelopment is now a buzzing district of fashion outlets, riverside restaurants, museums and a working boatyard.

Gloucester Docks
Gloucester Cathedral showing interior views, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Gloucester Cathedral

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Home to the tomb of King Edward II, this magnificent 1,300-year-old cathedral was also a filming location for the Harry Potter movies.

Gloucester Cathedral
National Waterways Museum which includes interior views and signage

Gloucester Waterways Museum

Play around with interactive exhibits, study educational displays and examine an extensive collection of boats at this quayside museum.

Gloucester Waterways Museum
Regiments of Gloucestershire Museum which includes interior views

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

Original flags, photos, regalia and weapons are just some of the military memorabilia celebrating Gloucestershire’s soldiers at this excellent museum.

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

Gloucester Quays

4/5(8 reviews)

During your visit to Gloucester, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gloucester Quays. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Gloucester Quays

Kingsholm Stadium

Catch an event at Kingsholm Stadium during your trip to Gloucester. Visit the spas and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

Kingsholm Stadium

Activities

The Cotswolds with Lunch

The Cotswolds with Lunch

NZ$291
per adult
The Cotswolds with Lunch
Stand-up Paddleboard SUP Safari on The River Avon For Beginners

Stand-up Paddleboard SUP Safari on The River Avon For Beginners

NZ$154
per adult
Stand-up Paddleboard SUP Safari on The River Avon For Beginners
1:1 Private Paddleboarding Tour For Beginners on The River Avon

1:1 Private Paddleboarding Tour For Beginners on The River Avon

NZ$224
per adult
1:1 Private Paddleboarding Tour For Beginners on The River Avon
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Cities near Rudford

Gloucester featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

Gloucester

Highnam Court, Gloucester.
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Highnam