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The forest’s folk and spoken word (Folk'n Word) open mic cabaret night. Our monthly 'anything goes' shindig, where poets, singers, storytellers, writers, comics and clowns come to share their work… […]
Azalea luncheon club meets on Fridays 9am -3pm to offer support to those with care needs, their carers, elderly people and people who live in social isolation.
A chance to get outside and pick some lovely herbs to put into your sensory dough. Join Rose Sales from Forest Schools to learn all the techniques, and to connect […]
Coffee morning where you can bring your laptop, tablet or smart phone and we will help you to set it up or help you to get to grips with anything […]
Every Friday, Coleford Welcomes Walkers, in partnership with the Forest of Dean Community Walk group, meets at the Clock Tower in Coleford for a 10:30 departure to amble along the […]
Like a coffee morning, but in the afternoon! We meet from 12 noon - 4 pm each week at the home of Fairtrade at St Stephen's for Fairtrade hot drinks, […]
Cindy Hop & Rock 'n' Roll dancing can be cool and laid-back or fast and high-energy. It's a great way to get - and stay - fit, and meet people […]
FESTIVAL FUN IN MITCHELDEAN It’s almost time for the annual Mitcheldean Festival from 14th – 16th July! This free-to-attend Festival will see a wide range of events, including concerts, village […]
WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE WE WILL BE JOINED BY RETIRED PREMIERSHIP FOOTBALL REFEREE CLIVE WILKES WHO WILL ALSO BE WALKING WITH US AND JUDGING HIS FAVOURITE FOOTBALL OUTFIT ON THE […]
Join me to make your own unique silver ring in this 3.5 hour workshop based in a recently renovated Former Baptist Chapel in Lydney. During the workshop you will have […]
Featuring the Lydbrook Band & Training Band, The Hey Yays Party Band and at top of the bill RSVP Bhangra Bring your picnics and chairs and help the Band celebrate […]
Remembering the long history, people and stories of Bilson Mission. Featuring talks, an exhibition, films and artefacts.
Calling all young writers – the 2023 competition is here! Following the great entries from young poets and storytellers in 2022, as part of the Mitcheldean Festival we would […]
As part of Mitcheldean Festival, Jolters monthly comedy night 'The Barrel of Laughs' puts on a special Sunday afternoon daytime show. 3 brilliant acts who have wowed in the evening […]
Coleford Welcomes Walkers - Coleford Welcomes Walkers is working towards being a hub for walking events in and around Coleford by providing guided walks and partnering with local groups and […]
HARE runs Forest School sessions in Parkend, Lydney, Gloucestershire. Parent & Toddler Forest School for families with children aged 0-5years, runs just like a Forest School session for older children, […]
Coffee mornings for senior citizens where they play dominoes, have a chat and tea / coffee and biscuits every Monday morning. On Thursdays they have a sing-a-long to musicals, songs […]
CANDI Lunch Club - every Monday 11am-2.30pm. Very affordable light bites... Toasties, sandwiches, soups and cake. Hot and cold drinks. During summer months, we will also be doing salads! Everyone […]
HARE runs Forest School sessions in Parkend, Gloucestershire. Our Parent & Child Forest School sessions for Home Educating Families are now open to families with children of all ages. Our […]
We provide safe space for young people to chill out, to be heard, have fun and to gain confidence. We have many different activities that young people can enjoy. Our […]
Singing is wonderful for your physical and mental health but it's also great fun and at Forest Singers, we have lots of fun! We are a community choir, open to […]
We provide safe space for young people to chill out, to be heard, have fun and to gain confidence. We have many different activities that young people can enjoy. Our […]
Nurture in Nature Walks are 'Walk & Talk' style small group walks. They are aimed at parents who are at home with babies and young children, are perhaps feeling a […]
A safe space for women to meet over a cuppa. Majority of times we have an activity (crafts, sewing, meditation, etc.) or just a chat and chill over a cuppa […]
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.
Club 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!
The wonderful George Community Hub in Newnham-on-Severn is now serving food! Delicious breakfast and lunch available Wednesdays to Saturdays! And the coffee counter is open 11am - 4pm Weds to […]
Coffee mornings for senior citizens where they play dominoes, have a chat and tea / coffee and biscuits every Monday morning. On Thursdays they have a sing-a-long to musicals, songs […]
Friendly and free knitting and crochet group at Staunton & Corse Community Hub, every Thursday, 11am. Theswancommunitygroup@gmail.com
Games Night every Thursday in Bream Community Library 5.30pm–7.30pm. Children aged 6–12 welcome.
We provide safe space for young people to chill out, to be heard, have fun and to gain confidence. We have many different activities that young people can enjoy. Our […]
Azalea luncheon club meets on Fridays 9am -3pm to offer support to those with care needs, their carers, elderly people and people who live in social isolation.
Coffee morning where you can bring your laptop, tablet or smart phone and we will help you to set it up or help you to get to grips with anything […]
Every Friday, Coleford Welcomes Walkers, in partnership with the Forest of Dean Community Walk group, meets at the Clock Tower in Coleford for a 10:30 departure to amble along the […]
Join us for a session of table top gardening at Sheppard House. Guidance from Haygrove Community Garden in Ross-on-Wye. All plants will be provided but a small fee to cover […]
🌟SINGING RETREAT... Just a few places left!🌟 Immerse yourself in a residential weekend of joyful harmony singing, merry-making, good food and friendship. Indoor accommodation at Oakraven Centre, Mitcheldean or camping […]
The PANTALOONS make a welcome return to the Bandstand with their anarchic take on Shakespeare's comedy THE COMEDY OF ERRORS TICKETS ON THE GATE £12 (16 or under £8) Bring […]
LITTLE FEAST STREET FOOD POP-UP SEASONAL, FOREST OF DEAN PRODUCE WITH A MIDDLE-EASTERN INFLUENCE. FRESH, FULL FLAVOURED FOOD - THINK BIG FRESH SALADS & WOOD ROASTED MEAT COOKED AND SERVED […]
An evening of music with Edklektic and Clive Paragreen - a mixture of dance, songs, anecdotes and audience participation. A ploughman's supper will be provided before the start of the […]
More info here Join Alex for a walk in the woods to learn about the history, plants and wildlife of this stunning land betwixt two rivers. Booking: Either book in […]
Coleford Welcomes Walkers - Coleford Welcomes Walkers is working towards being a hub for walking events in and around Coleford by providing guided walks and partnering with local groups and […]
Coffee mornings for senior citizens where they play dominoes, have a chat and tea / coffee and biscuits every Monday morning. On Thursdays they have a sing-a-long to musicals, songs […]
CANDI Lunch Club - every Monday 11am-2.30pm. Very affordable light bites... Toasties, sandwiches, soups and cake. Hot and cold drinks. During summer months, we will also be doing salads! Everyone […]
We provide safe space for young people to chill out, to be heard, have fun and to gain confidence. We have many different activities that young people can enjoy. Our […]
We provide safe space for young people to chill out, to be heard, have fun and to gain confidence. We have many different activities that young people can enjoy. Our […]
Nurture in Nature Walks are 'Walk & Talk' style small group walks. They are aimed at parents who are at home with babies and young children, are perhaps feeling a […]
A safe space for women to meet over a cuppa. Majority of times we have an activity (crafts, sewing, meditation, etc.) or just a chat and chill over a cuppa […]
There are a series of activities in the library this summer which can earn you stamps in your Library Challenge booklet. Come along to some or all of the events […]
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.
Coffee Mornings at Pillowell Village Hall on the second and fourth Thursday of the month, offer a warm and welcoming place to meet up with friends or to come along […]