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.

Join author Andy Seed and a whole host of rare and amazing creatures from around the world in this free storytime session. Andy will read his new book, 'Interview with a Panda & Other Endangered Animals Too'. Amongst a whole host of animals along the way, we’ll meet chameleons, flying foxes, rhinos, rare crocodiles 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.

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.

Are you living with Parkinson's and looking for a way to be more active? Then why not join us for a weekly session of fun dance and movement, seated and standing. Using different genres of music, a gentle warm up will be followed by more energetic routines along with voice work and group dancing. Wednesdays […]

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

Welcome to Found in the Forest Youth Theatre! We are a vibrant, creative theatre group based in the heart of the Forest of Dean in Cinderford. Our mission is to provide young people with the opportunity to explore their creativity and develop their skills in the Performing Arts. We offer weekly classes for 8-12 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.

We’ve teamed up with The Golden Lion Cinderford to bring you this FREE event!Apple BobbingCookie decoratingPrize for best dressed child

For the perfect Halloween treat, book NOW for our spooktastic Halloween Supper at The George Community Hub in Newnham! Deliciously creepy three-course meal…lavishly lurid Halloween decoration… scarily entertaining close-up table magic from Carl John…  It all adds up to a Halloween night to remember. Unbeatable value at £15 per adult and £7.50 for children. ALL […]

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

We will be opening our gaming hub in Coleford on the 1st November. There will be a Halloween theme and taster sessions of Dungeons and Dragons, Tabletop Gaming, Blood Bowl, Magic the Gathering, Board Games and Lego.  

Head over to The Secret Gallery in Newent for the opening event of Ru Goodchild's stunning exhibition, 'Wild Spaces', and enjoy a short talk about her work (Talk at 7.15pm approx.) Friday 1st November, 7-9pm. Sponsored by Canopy. Ru uses either vibrant colour or a moody palette to capture the extreme moods of wild places. […]

Come and join us on Saturdays for only £3 a week for 2 hours of creativity. Play games, learn devising skills, learn performance skills and how to build a character. Found in the Forest Youth Theatre is for everyone! Juniors 10-12pm Saturdays in term time Seniors 1-3pm Saturdays in term time at The Wesley in […]

Christmas Craft Fayre with range of local craft and art stalls, delicious hot food, Fairtrade hot drinks, cakes, crafts plus Fairtrade gifts, food and toys from around the world! Pop the date in your diary and get some fabulous Christmas gifts for friends and family and support small and local businesses at the same time! […]

The ELO encounter Date: 2nd November 2024 Time: Doors open 7pm Location: Lydney Town Hall Back to Lydney for all those that missed this great show the first time around, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is here again! In an all live show featuring soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and […]

Professional Family Theatre on your doorstep. Book your tickets now! The real story…of a girl who is brave, strong, clever, and determined to prove herself. The real story...about a lonely prince, a new family and sisters who might not be as bad as you think. The real story...of everyday objects that change with a touch […]

Professional Family Theatre on your doorstep. Book your tickets now! The real story…of a girl who is brave, strong, clever, and determined to prove herself. The real story...about a lonely prince, a new family and sisters who might not be as bad as you think. The real story...of everyday objects that change with a touch […]

Jive by the wye Learn to Jive and Lindyhop. Sundays 6:30 beginners with refreshment and practice break, 8:00- 9:00 Intermediates.  @ Bishopswood Village Hall. Thursday 13th @Lydbrook Social Club brand new beginners starting 7:30 - 8:30 then half an hour practice. Wednesday 12th April Lindyhop lesson @ Bishopswood Village Hall and then bi weekly. All Classes […]