Welcome To Gloucester County!

Gloucester County was settled over 350 years ago by English settlers who came to Virginia in 1607. Today, Gloucester is known as "The Land of the Life Worth Living." There are many aspects of a lifestyle that make a community home. Gloucester County offers an abundance of personal and professional opportunities that emphasize quality of life, remembrance of history and a responsible path for the future.

Gloucester County has the ability within its boundaries to enchant everyone. Nestled east of the York River in Hampton Roads, Gloucester still upholds a reputation of adhering to a tradition of colonial elegance and quiet simplicity.

The lush green of its farmlands, the yellow carpets of numerous daffodil fields in addition to the sparkling blue waters weave a tapestry that makes Gloucester County uniquely desirable.

Gloucester consists of 225 square miles of a natural paradise, bounded by the beautiful Piankatank River on the north, Mobjack Bay on the east and the York River on the south.

The climate in Gloucester County is generally moderate. The annual average temperature is 59.9 degrees, and the annual average precipitation is 41 inches.

In Gloucester County there are six elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school which offers vocational and a technical programs for students. Private schools include Christchurch, St. Margaret's, Montessori School and Ware Academy. On the college level, the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and Rappahannock Community college offer a full range of educational opportunities. Many other colleges are only an hour away.

Much of the success of Gloucester's economy stems from the natural resources that continue to nurture the community with a spirit that will welcome all. The strong, solid economy has consistently provided a strong foundation for Gloucester's population.

As the County grows with development and industry, there is a spirit, a casual relaxed lifestyle that remains unscathed - an eternal premise and reassurance that makes Gloucester County unique and a homeland to be desired.