PIPs 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 experienced poets. New members of all abilities are welcome! We meet monthly, in Ruardean, every second Monday of the month. 7 - 9 pm Sessions […]

Come join us and discover the world of art, craft and design! ’Discover!’ will introduce you to a range of arty projects and you’ll get to try your hand at using lots of different materials and techniques throughout the term. We’ll design, make and be inspired by the work of other artists, crafts people and […]

FREE Batik Workshops at Blakeney Village Hall Book Today Wed, Jul 24th & 31st, 10:30 AM Wed, Aug 7th & 14th, 10:30 AM Drop into these free workshops and create beautiful batik banners inspired by nature & put into the artsFEST parade, at Blakeney Duck Race. More info and booking Book Here https://canopynetwork.co.uk  

FREE Poetry Duck Workshops with local artist John Slater at the Dean Heritage Centre Wednesdays 1.30 – 4.00pm on 31st July, 7, 14 ,21 Aug Canopy Creative Network is delighted to be able to support Blakeney and Soudley Primary School pupils by bringing in artist John Slater to the Dean Heritage Centre during the summer school holidays. John […]

Come along to the library on Wednesday 14th August and play our game specifically designed for the Summer Library Challenge. Overcome hurdles and tricky corners to become a library champion and win a prize! (There's a sneak preview of the game on our Facebook page…)

We 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.

FREE Creative Walk in Nature An inspiring creative walk in Blakeney supporting the Blakeney Duck Race & Blakeney artsFEST Thursday 15th August 10am – 11.30am A short walk exploring the woodland near the village recreation ground with lots of guided creative activities. Suitable for Parents and Primary Age Children At the end of the walk […]

THE RAIN OR SHIONE THEATRE COMPANY Gloucestershire's own experts in outdoor theatre bring their sparkling adaptation of Oscar Wilde's classic comedy. TICKETS AT THE GATE: £12 (16 and under £8) Or book at: www.rainorshine.co.uk Come early, bring a picnic. Bring a chair or rug, some seats available for the less able. More details from: secretary@scarrbandstand.co.uk