Gerald Thornton Exhibition
Clearwell Memorial Hall ClearwellAn Exhibition of Paintings by Local Artist Gerald Thornton featuring scenes of the Forest, industrial workings and views from further afield.
Free
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Palestine Benefit Gig – Folk Music and Spoken Word for Gaza
Little Dean Taphouse, Church Farm, Church Street, Littledean, Cinderford, GL14 3NLFundraiser for Medical Aid for Palestinians. 3 Bands, one stand-up Poet and some Hearty Soup. A relaxed afternoon of folk music and poetry for Gaza, at the Littledean Tap, a […]
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Thriving Communities Event
Artspace Cinderford The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, CinderfordCome along to our free Thriving Communities event at Artspace Cinderford on 22nd September from 11am - 2pm. There will screen printing workshops, in collaboration with the Inked Print Festival, […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Stop Motion Animation Family Workshop
Coleford Library The Main Place, Railway Dr, ColefordSet your creativity free at this family friendly workshop. Create a character and bring it to life using stop motion. You can use our tablets or download the free version […]
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Creative Walk for Preschoolers in Newent
Newent Lake Newent Lake, Lewell Street Car Park, NewentFREE Creative Walk for Preschoolers Join us for a creative walk in nature for preschool children exploring and recording reflections of Newent Lake and surrounding nature with creative activities. This […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Artist Talk at The Secret Gallery
The Secret Gallery The Shambles, NewentArtists Talk with Ru Goodchild at The Secret Gallery in Newent. Saturday 4th October, 4pm, FREE to attend, no need to book. Th Secret Gallery, The Shambles, Church Street, Newent, GL18 1PP […]
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Lanterns for Hope Youth Workshop LGBTQIA+, Newent
Newent Library High Street, Newent‘Lanterns for Hope’ Workshops with Aimee Blease-Bourne from Queering the Wye LGBTQIA+ Friendly, for young people 🌈✨ Join us for a creative afternoon of writing and lantern-making with the brilliant […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Make Fabric Flags for Newent artsFEST
Sheppard House Sheppard Way, Newent, United KingdomJoin a pre festival workshop at Sheppard House in Newent community workshops, open to all. Friday 10th Oct 10am -12pm Textile artist Lizzie Godden will be showing you how to draw […]
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Creative Walk & Print Workshop, Newent
NewentCreative Walk & Print Workshop in conjunction with Newent artsFEST programme of events. 📍 Location: Newent Lake 🎟️ Tickets: £10 per person ♿ Access: Moderate Fitness, forest paths, uneven surfaces, slight hills 🕙 Timings: Walk 10.30 – […]
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‘Lanterns for Hope’ Workshops LGBTQIA+, Newent
Newent Library High Street, Newent‘Lanterns for Hope’ Workshops with Aimee Blease-Bourne from Queering the Wye LGBTQIA+ Friendly, for young people 🌈✨ Join us for a creative afternoon of writing and lantern-making with the brilliant […]
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PIPs (Poets In Progress) poetry group
The facilitator's home in Ruardean Address on enquiryPIPs is a peer-learning poetry group run by a qualified facilitator and published, prize-winning poet. We have been running for 7 years and current members range from relative beginners to […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Forest of Dean Woodturners Meeting
Weston Under Penyard Village Hall Village Hall, Weston Under PenyardClub meeting of the FOD woodturners association.Some meetings are demonstrations and instructional. Others are club hands on or other participation. All welcome. First visit free!
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Koselig Cabaret – October edition
Court Farm Lakes, Main Road, Lydney, GL16 6PJJoin us for the launch of the Forest's brand new bi-monthly cabaret evening! Come and be entertained and inspired by a specially curated, diverse line-up of talented performers in the […]
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Throw a Pot Experience, with Derek A. Lamb
Artspace Cinderford The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, CinderfordThrow a Pot Experience, with Derek A. Lamb Workshop 1 – Saturday 18th October Workshop 2 – Saturday 22nd November 10:30am – 1:30pm (at Artspace Cinderford) £45/ *£40 concessions including materials […]
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Newent artsFEST
NewentNewent artsFEST 2025: A Celebration of Creativity & Community On October 18th, Newent will come alive with colour, creativity and community spirit as Canopy Creative Network brings its much-loved artsFEST to town. Centred around […]
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Creative Walk in Nature Soudley Ponds
Dean Heritage Centre Camp Mill, SoudleyJoin us for an inspiring creative walk in nature at Lower Soudley Pond using the Active Travel Map Join Canopy sponsored artists Sara Rickard and Roger Drury for this Creative […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Preschooler Creative Walk in Nature
Mallards Pike Mallards Pike, Forest of DeanJoin us for a creative walk in nature for preschool children exploring and recording reflections and nature with creative activities Starting from the cafe we will walk around the lake […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Inked Exhibition of Printmaking
The George Community Hub, High Street, Newnham High Street, Newnham, United KingdomInked exhibition of print showcases work from sixteen printmakers working with hand-made print processes. Gallery 1 hosts work from The Yard Print Studio community of printmakers, gallery 2 shows work from three […]
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Inked Print Fair
Cinderford Miners Welfare Hall Wesley Road, CinderfordThe Yard Print Studio in the Forest of Dean is thrilled to invite you to the INKED PRINT FAIR 2025! Part of the first ever printmaking festival to happen in […]
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The Forest of Dean: Lore of Water and Stone
Dean Heritage Centre Camp Mill, SoudleyThis event marks the completion of a project by Xena White exploring local folklore, which has resulted in an illustrated book and two documentaries. The work examines how natural elements […]
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Lantern Making Workshop
Former St John Ambulance Building, Coleford Forest of Dean District Council Offices, High Street,, ColefordThe Countdown to Christmas Starts Here! 🎅🎇 ✨ Get hands-on and festive at our Free Lantern Making Workshops!Pop in anytime between 10am – 4pm on Saturday 8th or Saturday 22nd […]
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PIPs (Poets In Progress) poetry group
The facilitator's home in Ruardean Address on enquiryPIPs is a peer-learning poetry group run by a qualified facilitator and published, prize-winning poet. We have been running for 7 years and current members range from relative beginners to […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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INKED: Artists’ Talk
The George Community Hub, High Street, Newnham High Street, Newnham, United KingdomINKED: Artists’ Talk with Sabrina Shirazi, Harriet Hughes and Martin Kochany In this Artists’ Talk, three printmakers taking part in the INKED exhibition talk about their experience of the Yard […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Forest of Dean Woodturners Meeting
Weston Under Penyard Village Hall Village Hall, Weston Under PenyardClub meeting of the FOD woodturners association.Some meetings are demonstrations and instructional. Others are club hands on or other participation. All welcome. First visit free!
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Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
Charlotte Keating Artist Studio & Shop Unit 11 The Shambles, Church St, Newent, United Kingdom✨ Treat yourself to a slow, creative morning (or afternoon) of festive making — because Christmas is about joy and a touch of indulgence.Join us for a cosy Christmas Combo […]
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Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
Charlotte Keating Artist Studio & Shop Unit 11 The Shambles, Church St, Newent, United Kingdom✨ Treat yourself to a slow, creative morning (or afternoon) of festive making — because Christmas is about joy and a touch of indulgence.Join us for a cosy Christmas Combo […]
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Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
Charlotte Keating Artist Studio & Shop Unit 11 The Shambles, Church St, Newent, United Kingdom✨ Treat yourself to a slow, creative morning (or afternoon) of festive making — because Christmas is about joy and a touch of indulgence.Join us for a cosy Christmas Combo […]
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Forest Markets Christmas Fair
Ruardean Village Hall High Street, RuardeanStart your Christmas shopping in style at the Forest Markets Christmas Fair. We have stallholders selling original handmade work, demonstrations and a mini mosaic wreath workshop, plus delicious homemade cakes […]
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Lantern Making Workshop
Former St Johns Ambulance Building, Coleford Forest of Dean District Council Offices, High Street,, Coleford, United KingdomThe Countdown to Christmas Starts Here! 🎅🎇 ✨ Get hands-on and festive at our Free Lantern Making Workshops!Pop in anytime between 10am – 4pm on Saturday 22nd November. Free drop […]
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Forest Markets Christmas Fair
Ruardean Village Hall High Street, RuardeanStart your Christmas shopping in style at the Forest Markets Christmas Fair. We have stallholders selling original handmade work, demonstrations and a mini mosaic wreath workshop, plus delicious homemade cakes […]
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Throw a Pot Experience, with Derek A. Lamb
Artspace Cinderford The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, CinderfordThough not the easiest thing to do, the aim is to have a hands on experience, have fun and end up with one small pot. This will then be glazed […]
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Inspired by Celtic art– bas relief workshop, with Dorota Rapacz
Artspace Cinderford The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, CinderfordInspired by Celtic art– bas relief workshop, with Dorota Rapacz Saturday 22nd November 10:30am – 4:30pm (at Artspace Cinderford) Cost: £75/ *£55 concessions including materials Many of us know the characteristic motives […]
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Inspired by Celtic Art– Bas Relief Workshop, with Dorota Rapacz
Artspace, Cinderford The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, United KingdomMany of us know the characteristic motives of Celtic decorations. One of them is the triskelion symbol. The three spirals are believed to represent the three worlds – the present, […]
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Forest Markets Christmas Fair
Ruardean Village Hall High Street, RuardeanStart your Christmas shopping in style at the Forest Markets Christmas Fair. We have stallholders selling original handmade work, demonstrations and a mini mosaic wreath workshop, plus delicious homemade cakes […]
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Preschooler Creative Walk in Nature
Cyril Hart ArboretumJoin us for a creative walk in nature with activities for preschool children using the Cyril Hart Active Travel Map in the Forest of Dean. his fully accessible walk […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
Charlotte Keating Artist Studio & Shop Unit 11 The Shambles, Church St, Newent, United Kingdom✨ Treat yourself to a slow, creative morning (or afternoon) of festive making — because Christmas is about joy and a touch of indulgence.Join us for a cosy Christmas Combo […]
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Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
Charlotte Keating Artist Studio & Shop Unit 11 The Shambles, Church St, Newent, United Kingdom✨ Treat yourself to a slow, creative morning (or afternoon) of festive making — because Christmas is about joy and a touch of indulgence.Join us for a cosy Christmas Combo […]
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Sustainable Arts and Crafts
Artspace, Cinderford The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, United KingdomCome and join Artspace for a free morning creating festive decorations from reused and found materials. Refreshments available - All welcome - NO BOOKING NECCESARY... JUST TURN UP! For more […]
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CANDI DANCE
drybrook memorial hall Drybrook Memorial Hall, Drybrook RD, DrybrookWe have two dance groups on Wednesday evenings at Drybrook Village Hall (5-6pm) and Oaklands, Cinderford (6.15-7.15 pm). Contact Lynsey on lynsey@candi.email for more details.
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Festive Linocut and Stained Glass Workshop
lydney park estate The Old Saddlery, LydneyIn this Christmas combo class with experience artists and tutors Sarah Delahoy Printmaker and Jo Snowdon Stained Glass you will learn two crafts in one! With Sarah you will be […]
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