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Gloucester Services Southbound

Gloucester Services Southbound is a rest stop located in Upton St Leonards, Cheltenham, Gloucester, England. The company is dedicated to providing a comfortable and convenient experience for travelers. With a focus on the public sector and society, Gloucester Services Southbound offers a range of amenities and services to meet the needs of its customers. Whether you're looking for a quick bite to eat or a place to rest and recharge, Gloucester Services Southbound has you covered.

Introduction to Gloucester Services Southbound

Gloucester Services Southbound is a rest stop located in Upton St Leonards, Cheltenham, Gloucester. The company was founded in 2014 with the aim of providing a unique experience for travelers. What makes this company unique is that they offer locally sourced and homemade food, as well as a farmshop that sells unique products from local artisans. The company is part of the public sector and society, as they prioritize sustainability and supporting the local community.

Services & products

Gloucester Services Southbound offers a range of services to travelers, including a restaurant, cafe, and farmshop. Customers can buy locally sourced and homemade food, as well as unique products from local artisans in the farmshop. The company also offers fuel and charging stations for electric vehicles.

Location

Gloucester Services Southbound is located in a scenic area surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The area is known for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for hiking and outdoor activities. Customers can expect to find a range of businesses in the area, including small farms and artisanal shops. The closest public transportation options are the Gloucester Bus Station, which is 5.2 miles away, the Gloucester Train Station, which is 7.3 miles away, and the Cheltenham Spa Train Station, which is 8.9 miles away.

Benefits

Customers should choose Gloucester Services Southbound because of their commitment to sustainability and supporting the local community. The company sources their food and products locally, which supports small businesses and reduces their carbon footprint. The unique and homemade food also provides travelers with a one-of-a-kind experience.

Good to know

Customers should be aware that Gloucester Services Southbound is a rest stop and not a traditional restaurant. While they offer a range of food options, they do not offer a full menu or table service. Customers should also note that the company prioritizes sustainability, which means they do not offer single-use plastics or paper towels.

Reviews

Customers rave about Gloucester Services Southbound's unique and homemade food, as well as their commitment to sustainability and supporting the local community. Many customers appreciate the opportunity to purchase products from local artisans in the farmshop. However, some customers note that the rest stop can be busy and crowded during peak travel times.

FAQ

What amenities are available at your rest stops?

At Gloucester Services Southbound, we offer a variety of amenities at our rest stops, including food and drink options, fuel stations, and shops selling locally-sourced products. We also provide free WiFi, charging points, and comfortable seating for our customers.

Are your rest stops staffed 24/7?

Yes, our rest stops are staffed 24/7 to ensure that our customers have access to assistance and services at all times.

How often are the restrooms cleaned and maintained?

Our restrooms are cleaned and maintained regularly throughout the day to ensure that they are clean and hygienic for our customers to use.

Do you have designated areas for pets and/or children to play?

Yes, we have designated areas for pets and children to play at our rest stops. We understand the importance of providing safe and enjoyable spaces for families and their pets to rest and play during their journey.

Are there any fees associated with using your rest stops?

There are no fees associated with using our rest stops. We provide our customers with a range of facilities and services free of charge, including parking, toilets, and drinking water. However, some of our shops and food outlets may charge for their products and services.

Reviews

  • John Lancaster

    If you are looking for a quiet, peaceful stop on a long journey then this is certainly not the place for you. It is a sister services to the one in Westmorland on the M6 which is also always packed. I can understand the 5☆ reviews on here, and why it is so crowded as there is a large farmshop on site which obviously attracts shoppers. The car parks are very large to cater for them all. This sells all manner of things. There is a butcher's, cheese counter, a counter selling ready made meals, pies, marinated meats etc, an ice cream counter, a large wine shop and lots of stalls selling speciality goods such as oils, drinks, chocolates. The cafe area itself is not as large as some services but is comfortable and pleasant. However the service counters are not always kept well stocked and service can be slow. There is a separate counter for uick Takeaways which we ended up using then taking into the cafe area. At the front of the services there are wooden covered tables where you can have your own snacks, or you have a pet dog or simply need to smoke. Outside the cafe is a nice patio area overlooking a lake and the surrounding countryside. In all, not the place for us and on our next journey we found a lovely small service area further north which was much quieter and with attentive staff.

    26-05-2023
  • Vass Szilárd

    26-05-2023
  • Steve Quinlan

    Probably the best we've visited

    26-05-2023
  • Filippo Bucci

    26-05-2023
  • Becki Liversidge

    Always stop at Gloucester Services en route to the south as it’s around the half way mark for us! The building is quite low key, ample parking and a stunning little pond out back (currently full of yellow pond iris) and a little maze. Loads of clean toilets and plenty of seating areas and really beautiful attention to decor and detail. However, today whilst queuing we were moved down to the next member of staff, who disappeared for a short while leaving us stood waiting for quite a substantial time. Then we ordered our hot food, and unfortunately by the time we paid for our already plated food and ordered our drinks (in that order) our baps were cold. Since they have a computerised screen with your order on anyway, it would make more sense to do this the other way around so you are not standing around waiting for your drinks to be made while your food goes cold at the till! I will continue to keep using Gloucester Services because I really like these services in particular, but maybe this is something they can look into in the future - which will also help staff to keep on top of customers ☺️

    26-05-2023
  • Bethany Dartnell

    26-05-2023
  • Robert Nanda

    26-05-2023
  • Mihai Balan

    26-05-2023
  • Lawrence williams

    25-05-2023
  • Mark Salter

    Best services on the M5.

    25-05-2023