Gloucester City Council has launched a public consultation on a new masterplan that would shape the future of the city over the next 20 to 25 years.
The Gloucester City Masterplan, created by Prior + Partners, sets out a long-term vision for Gloucester, providing a strategic city-wide framework to guide sustainable growth, regeneration and investment.
The masterplan aims to build on Gloucester’s strengths while helping to address future challenges, from economic growth and housing to climate resilience, connectivity and placemaking.
Residents, businesses, community groups and visitors are now being invited to share their views on the proposals. The consultation will help shape the final Masterplan by gathering feedback on the future of the city, the changes people would most like to see, and where investment and improvements should be prioritised, particularly within the city centre.
The masterplan will be the first city-wide framework of its kind since the Gloucester Heritage Urban Regeneration Framework, which helped shape projects such as Gloucester Docks and Quays, Kings Square and the city’s transport hub.
The consultation closes on Monday 23 November 2026.
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Andrew Hearne, director of place, assets and regeneration at Gloucester City Council, said: “This Masterplan provides an opportunity to create a clear, long-term vision for Gloucester and ensure future investment is guided by what matters most to our communities.
“The city has undergone significant change over recent years, but there is still more to do. We want to hear from residents, businesses and organisations about the opportunities and priorities they believe will help Gloucester thrive over the coming decades.”
Elise Baudon, director of masterplanning at Prior + Partners, said: ”Working closely with Gloucester City Council and engaging with stakeholders, we have sought to develop a long-term vision that builds on the city’s distinctive character, heritage and strengths, while responding to its future opportunities and challenges.
“Public consultation is an important next step in this process, providing an opportunity to hear from the people who know Gloucester best.
“We look forward to hearing a range of views, ideas and priorities, which will be carefully considered alongside our ongoing work with the Council and stakeholders to help shape and refine the final Masterplan.
“Our aim is to create a spatial framework that provides a strong foundation for Gloucester’s future, while reflecting the aspirations of its communities.”
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