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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.
The Dog House Pub Quiz is back for another year. Join us at 7.00pm every other Wednesday. Winners receive a £30 drinks vouchers to spend on their choice of drinks at the bar! Plus 2nd place runners up get their chance to host the following quiz and raise money for a charity of their choice. […]
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 […]
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 from long ago, Crooners, eg Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. Words are displayed on a screen, and everyone can also have a chat, tea / […]
Friendly and free knitting and crochet group at Staunton & Corse Community Hub, every Thursday, 11am. Theswancommunitygroup@gmail.com
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 drop in sessions are free of charge with no booking needed. Just pop along. Contact our Facebook page for more information.
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 you are struggling with. Relaxed atmosphere where you can have a chat, enjoy a tea / coffee and biscuit
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 Milkwall to Coleford Cycle track, taking in the changing seasons along this historical old railway line. Everybody is welcome, the route is wheelchair friendly and […]
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, snacks (normally cakes), and a chance to chat all alongside a lovely Fairtrade shop to browse. Contact Rachel via email for any info: rachel@cinderford-churches.org.uk
This service is for items that you cannot get repaired locally or where a repair would cost more than buying a new replacement of the item. Repairs & advice free* (donations to cover expenses gratefully accepted) *not including any replacement parts. Freshly brewed tea & coffee for sale. There is often also someone on hand […]
The 159th Bream Summer Show, takes place on Saturday 17th August 2024 at Bream Sports Club. A traditional village show with competitions open to all - you don't need to be a member to get involved. But you don't have much time because entry forms must be in by 6pm on Thursday, August 15th. We […]
Date: Saturday, 17th August ⏰ Time: 8:00 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM) 📍 Venue: Berry Hill Social Club Do you have what it takes to be crowned the ultimate quiz champion? 🤔 Gather your smartest friends, your biggest brainiacs, and your trivia titans for an epic night of quizzing fun! 💷 CASH PRIZE FOR […]
Bream Book Fair A great place to meet local author’s we also have lots of new and preloved books for sale Craft stalls, tea tent and much more
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
ITS GOOD TO TALK Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month! A men's group for company and a chat on a range of topics. If you're new to the area, feeling lonely or just fancy meeting new faces for a chat and a listening ear. Free to attend. Tea and coffee available.
Chepstow Walk for Health meets every Monday at 10am (except Bank Holidays) at Chepstow Leisure Centre rear Car Park. All walks are under 3 miles with hardly any stiles and relatively flat. Walks take place on and around South Monmouthshire and the Forest of Dean. Car share to start point. A friendly group that welcomes […]
Devising work created from the themes and issues brought forward by you, the summer school sessions will develop different creative skills, helping you to develop confidence in devising ideas and performance. The summer school will be led by experienced facilitators and will use different practice styles to build a rounded and immersive collection of pieces. […]
Artspace Cinderford are pleased to be offering summer holiday art workshops, that will give young people the opportunity to achieve a Bronze Arts Award in a week, at our fully equipped art studios in Cinderford. Support and guidance will be given towards this nationally recognised arts award qualification. The advised age range is 11 […]
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 from long ago, Crooners, eg Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. Words are displayed on a screen, and everyone can also have a chat, tea / […]
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 welcome, no booking needed. Supported by FODDC & Greenhill Coffee House. Venue: CANDI - 31 Market Street, Cinderford.
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 drop in sessions are free of charge with no booking needed. Just pop along. Contact our Facebook page for more information.
Creative group of crafters meeting every Monday evening (except bank holidays) and enjoying making friends and learning new skills. We bring along the project we are working on and sit around chatting the evening away. Come and join in the fun every Monday evening
We parade every Monday Evening, 12-18yrs, all welcome. 1900hrs-2130hrs at The Cadet Hut, Cinder Hill.
Devising work created from the themes and issues brought forward by you, the summer school sessions will develop different creative skills, helping you to develop confidence in devising ideas and performance. The summer school will be led by experienced facilitators and will use different practice styles to build a rounded and immersive collection of pieces. […]
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 […]
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 drop in sessions are free of charge with no booking needed. Just pop along. Contact our Facebook page for more information.
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 and cake! Every Wednesday from 10am-1pm. Held @ CANDI, 31 Market Street, Cinderford. This is a free event.
Devising work created from the themes and issues brought forward by you, the summer school sessions will develop different creative skills, helping you to develop confidence in devising ideas and performance. The summer school will be led by experienced facilitators and will use different practice styles to build a rounded and immersive collection of pieces. […]
Forest of Dean Community Walks Yorkley Walk meets every Wednesday at the Yorkley Community Centre for up to four different length and difficulty walks. Our walks range from 30mins to approx an hour in length and take place in the woods and lanes around Yorkley. We aim to cater for all walking abilities. Afterwards there […]
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 […]
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!
Devising work created from the themes and issues brought forward by you, the summer school sessions will develop different creative skills, helping you to develop confidence in devising ideas and performance. The summer school will be led by experienced facilitators and will use different practice styles to build a rounded and immersive collection of pieces. […]
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 from long ago, Crooners, eg Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. Words are displayed on a screen, and everyone can also have a chat, tea / […]
Friendly and free knitting and crochet group at Staunton & Corse Community Hub, every Thursday, 11am. Theswancommunitygroup@gmail.com
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 drop in sessions are free of charge with no booking needed. Just pop along. Contact our Facebook page for more information.
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.
Devising work created from the themes and issues brought forward by you, the summer school sessions will develop different creative skills, helping you to develop confidence in devising ideas and performance. The summer school will be led by experienced facilitators and will use different practice styles to build a rounded and immersive collection of pieces. […]
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 you are struggling with. Relaxed atmosphere where you can have a chat, enjoy a tea / coffee and biscuit
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 Milkwall to Coleford Cycle track, taking in the changing seasons along this historical old railway line. Everybody is welcome, the route is wheelchair friendly and […]
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, snacks (normally cakes), and a chance to chat all alongside a lovely Fairtrade shop to browse. Contact Rachel via email for any info: rachel@cinderford-churches.org.uk
Canopy will be bringing creative fun to the Blakeney Duck Race, starting off with a wonderful parade followed by performances and art workshops on the field from 1pm. View the full schedule here https://canopynetwork.co.uk/duckrace-featuring-blakeney-artsfest/ We are delighted to bring you Wild Oats Morris - they are a fun, inclusive, mixed Morris side based in the […]
Canopy will be bringing creative fun to the Blakeney Duck Race, starting off with a wonderful parade followed by performances and art workshops on the field from 1pm. View the full schedule here https://canopynetwork.co.uk/duckrace-featuring-blakeney-artsfest/ Our parade at 12:30 will be lead by local Samba Band, Forest Thump. See them perform on the field at 1 […]
FREE singing workshop by People and Singing with Kirsty Abraham 11.15 – 12.15 at All Saints Church on Saturday 24th August. Start off Duck Race Day with a sing! Singing workshop: everyone welcome. No music reading required. We may even manage a song for the afternoon. No booking required just drop in at 11.15 at […]
Canopy are pleased to present Blakeney artsFEST in support of Blakeney Duckrace on the 24th August, bringing together communities with a host of creative activities and musical performances. Join in with the pre event workshops, the parade and activities on the day. More details on our website https://canopynetwork.co.uk/duckrace-featuring-blakeney-artsfest/ Full lineup of activities and performances to […]
Canopy will be bringing creative fun to the Blakeney Duck Race, starting off with singing workshop and watercolour demos at 11, a wonderful parade at 12:30 followed by performances and art workshops on the field from 1pm. Local group, African Drumming Band DJABOT, will be joining the parade and and performing on the field at […]
Canopy will be bringing creative fun to the Blakeney Duck Race, starting off with singing workshop and watercolour demos at 11, a wonderful parade at 12:30 followed by performances and art workshops on the field from 1pm. Chris Waygood, Contemporary Textile Artist, will be running creative duck workshops from 1-4pm on the playing field. Join […]
Canopy will be bringing creative fun to the Blakeney Duck Race, starting off with a wonderful parade at 12 followed by performances and art workshops on the field from 1pm. We are delighted to bring you Forest Community Shed who will be offering people the chance to create wooden duck slices on the field from 1pm […]
Canopy will be bringing creative fun to the Blakeney Duck Race, starting off with singing workshop and watercolour demos at 11, a wonderful parade at 12:30 followed by performances and art workshops on the field from 1pm. Between 1.30pm – 3pm, Krysa will be leading Canopy’s popular Creative Walks in Nature for parents and children lasting half […]
