While well-known throughout region for food and drink, shopping and leisure, Gloucester Docks is a vibrant hub for business across a whole range of other sectors, too, with a variety of firms holding residence in and amongst its iconic Victorian warehousing.
SoGlos rounds up 14 that demonstrate the diversity of the historic site today, with architects and estate agents, accountants and solicitors sitting alongside some of the best bars, cafes and restaurants in the county.
Griffiths Marshall
Supporting clients from individuals, sole traders and SMEs, to multi-million-pound companies, Griffiths Marshall Advisory Group provides a full suite of accounting services to business and personal clients across Gloucestershire.
From its main office at Llanthony Warehouse, a dedicated team of chartered accountants and business advisers helps clients plan confidently and grow strategically, with everything from accounting, auditing, tax services, bookkeeping and payroll, to business advice, wealth management and probate.
To find out more about the full range of services offered by Griffiths Marshall, head to griffithsmarshall.co.uk.
Gloucester Quays
One of the county's most popular shopping outlets and leisure destinations, Gloucester Quays offers designer and high street fashion and homeware with up to 70 per cent off retail prices; a vibrant mix of places to eat and drink; and family entertainment and activities, all in one place.
The centre surpassed 95 per cent capacity at the end of 2025, with the opening of new stores for Ben Sherman and Søstrene Grene – and in February 2026, it filled its long vacant upper deck with fun climbing family activity, Clip 'n Climb.
Quattro Design Architects
Boasting more than 40 years experience delivering projects across the UK, Quattro Design Architects designs sustainable, net zero architecture in a range of sectors, from commercial, education and healthcare, to housing, hospitality and leisure.
From its head office at Matthews Warehouse, its passionate teams are led by sector-specific directors bringing industry insight, expertise and established partnerships, ensuring great collaboration and the delivery of design and technical excellence.
Gloucester Food Dock
Already one of Gloucestershire's best-loved foodie destinations, Gloucester Food Dock has brought 14 vibrant independent cafes, bars and restaurants to the Quayside since its launch in 2023.
The site at Victoria Dock offers creative takes on everything from brownies and ice cream, to pizza, tacos, burgers and more – with two new additions, Wagyu & Feather and Masala Doza, in 2026 meaning all but one of its spaces are now occupied.
Tayntons Solicitors
Based at Llanthony Warehouse, Tayntons Solicitors has been delivering practical and efficient legal solutions to clients in Gloucestershire and nationwide for over 160 years.
The firm provides services in areas ranging from dispute resolution, family law and wills for individual clients, to litigation, property and corporate law for businesses, priding itself on the approachable and reassuring nature of its staff.
Gloucester Brewery
A proud part of the county's vibrant brewing scene, Gloucester Brewery is a multi award-winning producer of craft beers and spirits, serving both public and trade customers in Gloucestershire and beyond.
Positioned at the heart of the Docks, the brewery has a shop where you can browse and buy its products and serves up an array of tasty tipples at its taproom, Warehouse 4, which hosts live entertainment and events throughout the year, too.
Quayside Wealth Management
A practice partner of SoGlos Top 100 company St James's Place, Quayside Wealth Management provides tailored advice on many aspects of financial planning and wealth management to a range of clients.
From its main office at Pillar and Lucy House, the firm helps clients take control of their finances to achieve peace of mind, through flexible planning and proactive reviewing of their financial goals.
Greek on the Docks and Deli Greek
Restaurant and bar Greek on the Docks brings authentic Greek and Mediterranean flavours to Gloucester, in a relaxing atmosphere offering stunning views across the historic docks.
And just across the water, its owners have a second venue – Deli Greek, where you can pick up range of food and drink products from the region and enjoy coffee, tea and sweet treats in its cafe, too.
Prosperity Care and Wellbeing
Another business based at Pillar and Lucy House, Prosperity Care & Wellbeing provides supported living and domiciliary care to people with a diverse range of needs in Gloucestershire.
The company is dedicated to supporting people from all walks of life to reach their true potential, focussing on improving health and wellbeing through holistic therapies, wellbeing events and activities to promote positive physical and mental health.
Bake and Brew
An independent coffee shop off Llanthony Road, Bake & Brew serves up everything from locally roasted coffee, to an array of homemade sweet treats and savoury bakes.
It also has a menu full of tasty options for breakfast, from a full English to avocado toast, along with a range of ciabattas, sausage rolls and more for lunch.
Naylor Powell
Boasting a reputation for unrivalled local knowledge, trusted independent estate and lettings agency Naylor Powell has held a prominent presence in Gloucester and the surrounding areas for more than 40 years.
From its main office at the heart of the docks, its team of expert staff provides a comprehensive range of services to meet the needs of clients, specialising in residential sales, lettings and property management.
The National Waterways Museum, Gloucester
Offering fun and interactive exhibits for all ages within its Grade II listed quayside warehouse, the National Waterways Museum, Gloucester showcases the rich history of the River Severn, the Sharpness Canal and the role the docks played in transporting goods to the industrial Midlands.
Managed by the Canal & River Trust, the museum also has a tea room and outdoor seating area where you can watch the boats go by after getting your history fix.
Oliver's Bar
The successor to the former Tank taproom, Oliver's Bar offers a great range of cocktails along with Gloucester Brewery and guest beers on tap.
Along with its impressive drinks range and rustic interiors that capture the Docks' aesthetic, the venue also hosts live music every Friday and Saturday and is available for private hire for parties and corporate events, too.
Dr Foster
Still glowing from its 2024 transformation, modern gastropub Dr Foster brings coffee and brunch by day and dinner and drinks by night to the historic Kimberley Warehouse.
Its large conservatory with splashes of greenery adds a touch of the Cotswolds to the Docks' red brick aesthetic, with its restaurant giving diners a fresh take on classic British pub food.
