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farOpen Summer Exhibition at the Dean Heritage Centre 
Discover a vibrant showcase of work by 38 local artists at this special farOpen Art Trail exhibition, set in the beautiful surroundings of the Dean Heritage Centre. Open daily from 10:30am – 4:30pm until 13th July, the exhibition features an inspiring variety of artwork across multiple mediums—perfect […]
Charlotte Keating Contemporary Artists - Solo art exhibition of dreamy abstract paintings united through soft expressive brushstrokes in vibrant colours, balancing uplifting energy with a sense of tranquility. Charlotte will be there everyday and invites you to join her to view her latest series and chat about her meditative approach. June 26-2 July Open Daily […]
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 […]
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.
Want to try a different kind of fitness class? One that is in the air? Come along to this Arial Fitness class where you will work through a range of exercises using trapezes, Ropes, Aerial hoop and Silks. Working on core strength, you may not see a visible difference but you will feel stronger from […]
Come and have a go on a variety of aerial equipment from rope climbing to static trapeze. Enjoy a different type of exercise whilst your feet are off the ground and upside down. Cost: £6 per session. *Concessions available Contact circus@artspacecinderford.org to book or for more info
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 are a monthly coffee club that meets up at the Wesley, Cinderford. We have a raffle for charity, kids and adults tombola, for sale table, and homemade preserves. Homemade cakes and drinks are available. It is for us about breaking social isolation and bringing people together new and old. We would like to invite […]
A place to have a cuppa and a chat a warm safe space. Raffle tombolas for sale table and plenty of refreshments once a month on 1st Wednesday at the wesley Cinderford
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.
Friendly and free knitting and crochet group at Staunton & Corse Community Hub, every Thursday, 11am. Theswancommunitygroup@gmail.com
The Forest of Dean Wellbeing Choir is for everyone, no matter your experience level or whether you think you can sing – because everyone can learn to sing! Originally established as a well-being choir, we have grown significantly in the last year. The choir is a great opportunity to build confidence, friendships and even teamwork 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 from long ago, Crooners, eg Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. Words are displayed on a screen, and everyone can also have a chat, tea / […]
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.
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 […]
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
A vibrant, annual open‑studios event set across the Forest of Dean and along the Rivers Severn & Wye. Running from 5th – 13th July, it invites visitors to explore a rich mix of visual arts—from ceramics, painting, printmaking, sculpture, glasswork, jewellery and textiles to book art and more—artwork from over 170 artists, in studios, homes, […]
Charlotte Keating Contemporary Artist, Venue 8 - farOpen Open Studios Art Trail 2025 JULY 5-13, Open 10:30-4pm Tues-Sat, 11-3pm Sun/Mon. FREE parking. Cafe & Courtyard Celebrating local art across the Forest of Dean and along the Rivers Wye & Severn. Meet CHARLOTTE KEATING and take in her solo exhibition of dreamy abstract paintings united through […]
Collective of 6 artists - Venue 9 - farOpen Open Studios Art Trail 2025 JULY 5-13 Open 10:30-4pm Tues-Sat, 11-3pm Sun/Mon. STEP INTO A WORLD OF COLOUR, TEXTURE & EXPRESSION Chasing Light unites 6 artists sharing their process and passion across ceramics, painting, paper art, dried flower art and textiles Di Weissberg, Grace Engel, Harebell […]
Happy Go Lucky Theatrical Presents Robin Hood our 2025 Summer pantomime. The show promises laughs and fun for all of the family. Tickets available on the door or from Ticket Source: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/happygoluckytheatrical
Happy Go Lucky Theatrical presents Robin Hood the family pantomime. Written by the group, our version of Robin Hood is full of laughs, audience participation and is fun for all the family. Tickets available form https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/happygoluckytheatrical
Sherlock Holmes’ most famous classic mystery adventure Adapted by Tim Kelly from the thriller by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Young Sir Henry is heir to the vast Baskerville fortune, a legacy that comes with a family curse: death at the fangs of a horror that prowls the moor. Only Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson can […]
Happy Go Lucky Theatrical presents Robin Hood the family pantomime. Written by the group, our version of Robin Hood is full of laughs, audience participation and is fun for all the family. Tickets available form https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/happygoluckytheatrical
Happy Go Lucky Theatrical Presents Robin Hood our 2025 Summer pantomime. The show promises laughs and fun for all of the family. Tickets available on the door or from Ticket Source: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/happygoluckytheatrical
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 […]
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.
Want to try a different kind of fitness class? One that is in the air? Come along to this Arial Fitness class where you will work through a range of exercises using trapezes, Ropes, Aerial hoop and Silks. Working on core strength, you may not see a visible difference but you will feel stronger from […]
Come and have a go on a variety of aerial equipment from rope climbing to static trapeze. Enjoy a different type of exercise whilst your feet are off the ground and upside down. Cost: £6 per session. *Concessions available Contact circus@artspacecinderford.org to book or for more info
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Additional sessions to explore ideas and develop your skills with our fantastic tutors – or join us to get a taster of our full length courses. Wednesday 9th & 16th July / 2 weeks 1:30pm – 3:45pm (at Artspace Cinderford) Cost: £20/ *£14 concessions *Concessionary rates are available for those with a disability or who are […]
Friendly and free knitting and crochet group at Staunton & Corse Community Hub, every Thursday, 11am. Theswancommunitygroup@gmail.com
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 / […]
The Forest of Dean Wellbeing Choir is for everyone, no matter your experience level or whether you think you can sing – because everyone can learn to sing! Originally established as a well-being choir, we have grown significantly in the last year. The choir is a great opportunity to build confidence, friendships and even teamwork and […]
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 […]
Organised by Bream Gardening Society but anybody is very welcome to join us. Coach pick-up and drop-off: Bream, Lydney and Chepstow. Set in a Regency landscape of over 500 acres, there is plenty of interest to explore, including the largest single-span great glasshouse in the world. The garden is both a visitor attraction and a […]
"Go Green" for GWAAC Craft Fayre, Saturday 12 July, 10 am - 1 pm at St Stephen's Church, Belle Vue Rd, Cinderford, GL14 2AA. Featuring a variety of stalls from local artisans, Fairtrade food and gifts from around the world PLUS help to raise much needed funds for Great Western Air Ambulance Charity. Delicious hot […]
Are you interested in writing short stories? In this workshop we will look at generating ideas, creating rounded characters, atmospheric settings, pacing, plotting and editing and have space and time to write your short story. Refreshments provided. Lunch not provided Saturday 12th July 2025 10:30am – 2:30pm (at Artspace Cinderford) Cost: £40/ *£30 concessions including […]
Coleford Music Festival 2025: A Celebration of Music, Community, and Culture The highly anticipated Coleford Music Festival is set to return on 12th & 13th July 2025, promising an unforgettable weekend filled with music, arts, and community spirit in the heart of the Forest of Dean. Festival Highlights: Diverse Line-Up: This year’s festival will feature […]
Coleford Music Festival 2025: A Celebration of Music, Community, and Culture The highly anticipated Coleford Music Festival is set to return on 12th & 13th July 2025, promising an unforgettable weekend filled with music, arts, and community spirit in the heart of the Forest of Dean. Festival Highlights: Diverse Line-Up: This year’s festival will feature […]
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 […]
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.
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 / […]
Want to try a different kind of fitness class? One that is in the air? Come along to this Arial Fitness class where you will work through a range of exercises using trapezes, Ropes, Aerial hoop and Silks. Working on core strength, you may not see a visible difference but you will feel stronger from […]
Come and have a go on a variety of aerial equipment from rope climbing to static trapeze. Enjoy a different type of exercise whilst your feet are off the ground and upside down. Cost: £6 per session. *Concessions available Contact circus@artspacecinderford.org to book or for more info
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.
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 […]
Additional sessions to explore ideas and develop your skills with our fantastic tutors – or join us to get a taster of our full length courses. Wednesday 9th & 16th July / 2 weeks 1:30pm – 3:45pm (at Artspace Cinderford) Cost: £20/ *£14 concessions *Concessionary rates are available for those with a disability or who are […]
The Forest of Dean Wellbeing Choir is for everyone, no matter your experience level or whether you think you can sing – because everyone can learn to sing! Originally established as a well-being choir, we have grown significantly in the last year. The choir is a great opportunity to build confidence, friendships and even teamwork 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 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
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.
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 […]
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
Looking for an unforgettable outdoor adventure this summer holiday? Whetheryou’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some qualitytime with friends and family we have the adventure scene covered. Join us in theheart of Forest of Dean, near Gloucester for a day out in the forest. Our award-winning outdoor experiences offer something for […]
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 […]
FRIENDS OF SCARR BANDSTAND PRESENT: Three of the finest local brass bands, plus a massed band finale: PILLOWELL SILVER BAND BERRY HILL SILVER BAND FOREST OF DEAN BRASS Free entry, bring a chair or rug if you can, refreshments available, good disabled access Contact: 01594 810966 Website: www.scarrbandstand.co.uk
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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 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
I run line dance classes in Alvington Village Hall every Thursday, we welcome everyone and every ability, no need for a partner, just yourself and some enthusiasm! This established and friendly class runs from 1.00pm - 3.0opm starting with absolute beginner dances and then increasing in level to improver at the end of the session. […]
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.
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 […]
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
You are warmly invited to join 8 women to celebrate the Celtic Wheel of the Year in 2025. We will take a deep journey into the cycle of seasonal change, understanding the energy of these traditional festivals and how they may influence positive, personal change. Come and immerse yourself into a series of 8 inspiring […]
Looking for adventure this summer? Jenny Wren Productions return to Newland and invite you to join our hero Jim Hawkins and sail the seven seas in search of buried treasure! There’s never a dull moment onboard ship – the grog flows, shanties are sung and the parrot can’t keep a secret. But it won’t all […]
Gloucestershire's RAIN OR SHINE THEATRE COMPANY returns with their scintillating production of this classic Restoration romp. Tickets on the gate: £12 16's and under £8 or book: rainorshine.co.uk email: secretary@scarrbandstand.co.uk tele: 01594 843310
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 […]
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.
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 / […]
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.
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 […]
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.
Friendly and free knitting and crochet group at Staunton & Corse Community Hub, every Thursday, 11am. Theswancommunitygroup@gmail.com
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 / […]
I run line dance classes in Alvington Village Hall every Thursday, we welcome everyone and every ability, no need for a partner, just yourself and some enthusiasm! This established and friendly class runs from 1.00pm - 3.0opm starting with absolute beginner dances and then increasing in level to improver at the end of the session. […]
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.
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 […]
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
