Gloucester Services are a pair of Motorway Service Areas (MSA) serving the northbound and southbound carriageways of the M5 between Junction 11A and Junction 12, near Whaddon, Gloucester.
Which side of Gloucester services is better?
We always stop off for a bite to eat at Gloucester Services when we head down South – the food is great both sides, but it’s a shame about the cleanliness – the Southbound side is miles ahead of the Northbound side. Southbound is always spotless but Northbound has dirty family changing facilities, cutlery and tables.
Can you get to Gloucester Services both sides?
Can you get from northbound to southbound (and vice versa) without going on the motorway? Both our Northbound and Southbound services are only accessible from the M5. However we are only a couple of miles away from the next junction in both directions.
Are Tebay and Gloucester services the same?
Gloucester Services is owned and operated by the Westmorland Family, a family business that began life in the Cumbrian uplands. It grew out of Tebay Services, the UK’s first family-owned motorway services area, which opened in 1972 after the M6 motorway was built across John and Barbara Dunning’s farm.
What are Gloucester Services called?
During planning, the service area referred to as ‘Gloucestershire Gateway‘, while the Highways Agency preferred ‘Brookthorpe’.
What is the nicest part of Gloucester?
Best Places to Live in Gloucester.
- Quedgeley. Quedgeley sits a few miles to the southwest of Gloucester City centre, along the River Severn.
- Tuffley. Tuffley is in the South of Gloucester City and contains striking green spaces and views, as well as all amenities you could need.
- Barnwood.
- Hucclecote.
- Longlevens.
Can you access Gloucester Services southbound?
We have two Changing Places facilities, one at Northbound and one at Southbound. Access is controlled by radar key to keep it clean and available for those who need it.
Are Gloucester services north and southbound?
Gloucester Services are a pair of Motorway Service Areas (MSA) serving the northbound and southbound carriageways of the M5 between Junction 11A and Junction 12, near Whaddon, Gloucester.
What Junction is Gloucester Services northbound?
The northbound services are located directly off the M5 between junctions 11A and 12.
Does Gloucester services have a bridge?
A 40-year-old footbridge spanning the southbound and northbound carriageways connecting the two areas of the service station was closed to pedestrians in 2018 and dismantled in early 2020. National Highways has been undertaking preparatory work since February at the site as part of a £3.2 million replacement project.
Are Tebay north and south the same?
Cumbria’s award-winning Tebay Services, operated by Westmorland Ltd, is a family-owned motorway services, located on both the north and southbound sides of the M6 Motorway, just north of Junction 38.
What did Tebay Services used to be called?
Westmorland
It opened at 9am on 27 June 1972 (the documents were signed on 15 June), two years after the M6 was finished. They decided to use the brand name Westmorland, referring to the county which was about to be withdrawn.
What is the best motorway services in the UK?
The best motorway service stations 2022
- Rugby, M6 (Moto): 100%
- Donington Park, M1 (Moto): 99%
- Blackburn with Darwen, M65 (Extra): 99%
- Strensham North, M5 (Roadchef): 99%
- Medway East, M2 (Moto): 99%
What is Gloucester bus station called?
Gloucester Transport Hub
Gloucester Transport Hub (also known as Gloucester bus station) is a bus station on Station Road in Gloucester, England.
How many services are on the M5?
11 services
There are 11 services on the M5 which are listed on this site, details of which are below. Tapping the links down the left column will provide you with more information on each service area, such as its facilities and exact location.
Who owns over farm Gloucester?
Over Farm Market was first established in 1982 after Rob and Sue Keene converted a former lorry garage into today’s farm shop. Having served the Gloucestershire community for over 30 years, Over Farm Market is still family run and we are extremely proud to sell the best, locally produced products for our customers.
Who is the richest person in Gloucester?
Sir David McMurtry has been titled the richest person in Gloucestershire in 2022, despite his overall wealth falling by £650m this year.
Is Gloucester a posh area?
Gloucestershire is home to some very posh houses, and the city of Gloucester is no exception to this. It’s no surprise considering the beautiful landscape we’re blessed with, views of never ending greenery making certain areas very desirable.
Is Cheltenham or Gloucester nicer?
There’s certainly a perception that Gloucester is cheaper and Cheltenham is nicer. Whether it’s true depends on what you are looking at. Gloucester’s central shopping area is rather more run down than Cheltenham’s, but has better attractions away from that area (Cathedral, museums, docks).
Do you have to pay to go to Gloucester Cathedral?
Entry to the Cathedral for general visiting is by voluntary donation. It costs £7,600 per day to keep the Cathedral open. We don’t receive any regular Government funding and rely on the generosity of our visitors to look after this ancient building.
Is it free to visit Gloucester Cathedral?
There is no admission fee for Gloucester Cathedral, but there is a suggested donation of £5 per adult visitor.