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120 artists showing work, sharing their experience, in 83 studios within the Forest of Dean and along the Severn and Wye. Plus an exhibition of members at Dean Heritage Centre, daily till 14 July, 11-3 Digital brochure and interactive map on www.farOpen.co.uk and brochures available from various locations.
Join us for 2024 farOpen Studios Art Trail July 6th - 14th Discover amazing artwork, meet talented artists, and explore their creative spaces. Free entry to all venues. A vibrant celebration of the region’s creative talent run by local artists. Entrance is free to all venues/events. Open to all artists, this art trail is a […]
Come say hi to @charlotte.keating.artist who is exhibiting in the upstairs gallery at The George in Newnham on Severn with her vibrant floral abstracts for @faropen.artists Art Trail! “A room full of sunshine” commented one visitor, “so uplifting” "So bright and joyful" said many more! Venue 18 on theArt Trail. Cafe and Gallery open 11-4pm Tues-Sat […]
WALK in MY SHOES Celebrate the history of St Briavels Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12th-14th July Friday 12th July 7-9pm The Assembly Rooms Celebrate the opening of WALK in MY SHOES exhibition and listen to residents stories of life in St B’s from past and present times. Saturday 13th July 10:30-4.30 pm […]
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.
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 […]
We parade every Monday Evening, 12-18yrs, all welcome. 1900hrs-2130hrs at The Cadet Hut, Cinder Hill.
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
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.
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
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
Come and sign up for the Summer Library Challenge and find out what activities we have in store. Call the library on 563073 for further information.
A fantastic free outdoor festival in COLEFORD TOWN CENTRE held every summer featuring an eclectic mix of music, art, culture & community…Everything from jazz, indie, blues, rock, ska, rockabilly, folk and much more….Come along and support the event Enjoy some good music & have some fun! The festival consists of the Clock Tower Stage featuring […]
A fantastic free outdoor festival in COLEFORD TOWN CENTRE held every summer featuring an eclectic mix of music, art, culture & community…Everything from jazz, indie, blues, rock, ska, rockabilly, folk and much more….Come along and support the event Enjoy some good music & have some fun! The festival consists of the Clock Tower Stage featuring […]