Title: Hempstead Travel Guide: Best of Hempstead, Gloucester Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Hempstead-Hotels.d553248635118847602.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Hempstead-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635118847602.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Hempstead Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hempstead.d553248635118847602.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hempstead Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hempstead.d553248635118847602.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Hempstead Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Bristol Road industrial area from Hempsted Village. Gasholder now redundant](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118847602/ec2f7453-c691-4dea-b895-457cecf5abeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118847602/ec2f7453-c691-4dea-b895-457cecf5abeb.jpg) by [Peter Watkins](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3590) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Bristol Road industrial area from Hempsted Village. Gasholder now redundant](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118847602/ec2f7453-c691-4dea-b895-457cecf5abeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118847602/ec2f7453-c691-4dea-b895-457cecf5abeb.jpg) by [Peter Watkins](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3590) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![view of Gloucester SW bypass under construction. Robinswood Hill on horizon. Gloucester Sharpness Canal at field boundary beyond construction line. Water in foreground is a temporary pond.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118847602/3c407ffb-3bdb-4e14-af15-7c26eb48a622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118847602/3c407ffb-3bdb-4e14-af15-7c26eb48a622.jpg) by [Peter Watkins](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3590) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Hempstead Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635118847602) - Top hotels in Hempstead - Top Holiday Rentals in Hempstead ![Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9700/9657/062de1bf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa Shurdington Road Cheltenham England £77 15 Mar - 16 Mar 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! (1,009 reviews) The hotel was lovely but the swimming pool was small and there were children splashing around the who time so not very relaxing. The waitresses for the meals are not very efficient. We had to wait a long time for our order to be taken. At breakfast, the food was not replenished and it was difficult ... Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=9657&PinnedHotelID=9657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118847602) ![De Vere Tortworth Court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570500/570412/8262bd13_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### De Vere Tortworth Court 1 Tortworth Wotton-under-Edge England £98 16 Mar - 17 Mar 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! (1,002 reviews) Nice hotel , really good breakfast, huge and impressive place! Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=570412&PinnedHotelID=570412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118847602) ![Hatherley Manor Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16240000/16238300/16238215/0a381be4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hatherley Manor Hotel & Spa Down Hatherley Lane Gloucester England £111 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa country house in Gloucester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (758 reviews) Lovely spa, really enjoyed the sauna and pool. Very nice breakfast and the staff were friendly and helpful. Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=16238215&PinnedHotelID=16238215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118847602) [See all 2,415 properties in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635118847602) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Crescent Place by Mansley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101470000/101460100/101460037/f5d7e4fe_edited_eca4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crescent Place by Mansley 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! (102 reviews) Very clean, excellent shower facilities and beautiful location Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Crescent-Place.h101460037.Hotel-Information) ![Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19090000/19086500/19086451/ba38c95c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley 55 St Georges Place Cheltenham England Stay at this apartment in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews) Room was clean and thebstaff were responsive and polite Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Strozzi-Palace-Suites-By-Mansley.h19086451.Hotel-Information) ![Cotswold Riverside House Amazing indoor heated swimming pool hot tub games Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32060800/32060738/8f75dd6e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cotswold Riverside House Amazing indoor heated swimming pool hot tub games Room Nr Gloucester ENG Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Gloucester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Elmore Court and The Barn Owl Centre ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews) Outstanding property. Great location and excellent facilities. Recommended. Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Hotels-Riverside-House-Estate-With-Indoor-Heated-Pool.h32060738.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635118847602&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Hempstead hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07)[6 Mar - 7 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08)[7 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[6 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Merchants\' Quay which includes shopping, street scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094231/9567d20c-267e-445e-ba32-fe756ca26fea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gloucester Docks Once a thriving maritime port, this urban redevelopment is now a buzzing district of fashion outlets, riverside restaurants, museums and a working boatyard. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Docks-Gloucester.d6094231.Attraction) ![Gloucester Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094221/7ccd2ce3-5aef-4eee-be8d-cf37839e7f36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gloucester Cathedral 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Cathedral-Gloucester.d6094221.Attraction) ![National Waterways Museum which includes signage and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094227/f4668d5d-3b09-4eeb-8c54-dc94809c68e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gloucester Waterways Museum Play around with interactive exhibits, study educational displays and examine an extensive collection of boats at this quayside museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Waterways-Museum-Gloucester.d6094227.Attraction) ![Regiments of Gloucestershire Museum showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094229/2678d2c2-fcda-46cb-9ffd-0365bcaeef32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Soldiers-Of-Gloucestershire-Museum-Gloucester.d6094229.Attraction) #### Gloucester Quays 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Quays-Gloucester.d553248634855452135.Attraction) #### Kingsholm Stadium Catch an event at Kingsholm Stadium during your trip to Gloucester. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kingsholm-Stadium-Gloucester.d6094219.Attraction) ### Things to do ![The Charming Cotswolds Private Black Taxi Tour from London](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47612129/d51ac8dd-2b36-45de-af3a-a609a41995fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Charming Cotswolds Private Black Taxi Tour from London £1,250 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-charming-cotswolds-private-black-taxi-tour-from-london.a47612129.activity-details) [See all activities in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hempstead.d553248635118847602.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Hempstead ![Gloucester showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7479/0c911027-130d-4572-8d26-a0b4e2931307.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gloucester ![St James' parish church, School Lane, Quedgeley, Gloucestershire. In the foreground is the parish war memorial.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050368/a0c9013a-74a8-4f82-bf47-215927bfd628.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Saffron Blaze](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Saffron_Blaze) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Quedgeley ![Highnam Court, Gloucester.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000473586/1883907e-6083-4067-8403-876ec0e3b7db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Mattbuck](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Mattbuck) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Highnam - Cities near Hempstead - Places of interest [Gloucester](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester.dx7479)[Quedgeley](https://expedia.co.uk/Quedgeley.dx6050368)[Highnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Highnam.dx3000473586) - [Cheltenham Racecourse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Racecourse-Cheltenham.d6169978.Attraction) - [Thames River ](https://expedia.co.uk/Thames-River-England.d553248621532493801.Attraction) - [Gloucester Quays ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Quays-Gloucester.d553248634855452135.Attraction) - [Gloucester Docks ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Docks-Gloucester.d6094231.Attraction) - [Wye Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wye-Valley-United-Kingdom.d6349960.Attraction) - [Cheltenham Town Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Town-Hall-Cheltenham.d553248621532491297.Attraction) - [Three Counties Showground ](https://expedia.co.uk/Three-Counties-Showground-Malvern.d553248635975778144.Attraction) - [Gloucester Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Cathedral-Gloucester.d6094221.Attraction) - [Sudeley Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sudeley-Castle-Cheltenham.d6170177.Attraction) - [Cotswold Country Park and Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cotswold-Country-Park-And-Beach-England.d6150822.Attraction) - [Puzzlewood ](https://expedia.co.uk/Puzzlewood-Coleford.d553248621561940441.Attraction) - [Westonbirt Arboretum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Westonbirt-Arboretum-Tetbury.d6157344.Attraction) - [Malvern Hills ](https://expedia.co.uk/Malvern-Hills-England.d553248621593965837.Attraction) - [Cotswold Countryside Collection ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cotswold-Countryside-Collection-Cheltenham.d553248621561940616.Attraction) - [Highgrove House and Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Highgrove-House-And-Gardens-Tetbury.d6282587.Attraction) - [Highgrove House ](https://expedia.co.uk/Highgrove-House-Tetbury.d6159019.Attraction) - [Chedworth Roman Villa ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chedworth-Roman-Villa-Cheltenham.d6170192.Attraction) - [The Promenade ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Promenade-Cheltenham.d553248621533024164.Attraction) - [Eastnor Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastnor-Castle-Ledbury.d553248621532491247.Attraction) - [Tewkesbury Abbey ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tewkesbury-Abbey-Tewkesbury.d6094233.Attraction) - [University of Gloucestershire ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Gloucestershire-Cheltenham.d6282637.Attraction) - [Berkeley Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Berkeley-Castle-Berkeley.d6094215.Attraction) - [Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Slimbridge-Wildfowl-And-Wetlands-Centre-Gloucester.d6094213.Attraction) - [Pittville Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pittville-Park-Cheltenham.d553248621532491298.Attraction) - [Minchinhampton Common ](https://expedia.co.uk/Minchinhampton-Common-Stroud.d553248635924383263.Attraction) - [Hartpury University and Hartpury College ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hartpury-University-And-Hartpury-College-Gloucester.d553248635997933748.Attraction) - [Roses Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Roses-Theatre-Tewkesbury.d6193879.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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