https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/tags/bicentenary/Recent content in bicentenary on Gloucestershire DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usThu, 28 May 2026 15:47:20 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/no-return-for-gloucester-tall-ships-festival-in-2027-despite-docks-200th-anniversary/Thu, 28 May 2026 15:47:20 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/no-return-for-gloucester-tall-ships-festival-in-2027-despite-docks-200th-anniversary/Gloucester’s renowned Tall Ships Festival, a biennial highlight at Gloucester Docks since 2007, will not be returning in 2027, according to city business leaders. Traditionally, the festival has drawn thousands of visitors over three days, featuring majestic tall ships, live music, immersive entertainment, sail cargo showcases, vintage fairground rides, family-friendly activities, and the popular Smugglers’ Market showcasing local food and drink. The last festival took place in 2024, with plans initially made to postpone the event until 2027 for a reimagined edition coinciding with Gloucester Docks’ 200th anniversary celebration.