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.

Are you a budding artist with hidden talents? On this course, our tutor teams will help you turn your ideas into real-life creative projects. You will be supported every step of the way, from finding an idea, to designing the project and creating your work. What you make is up to you! Ideas from previous […]

A fun, creative course for all abilities, where we will explore the techniques and ideas behind famous art works. This term we will look at artists such as Bacon, Hopper and others, and have a go at working in their styles. A mix of art history, painting and some surprises! Starts Monday 12th May / […]

The Woodcraft Folk is a movement for children and young people that empowers them to explore the world, connect with others, and take action on social and environmental issues. Through inclusive and engaging activities, we inspire children to develop confidence, creativity, and a sense of community.   The Elfin group (6- 9 year olds) is […]

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

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 […]

An exciting mixed voice choir for singers of all ages. We get together, sing and have fun! We welcome singers of all levels and abilities.Rehearsal is every Monday 19.30-21.15 Worrall Hill Sports & Social Club 1st taster session FREE! for newcomers. Learn more about us email tworiverschoircommittee@gmail.com or visit our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567875366677

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 […]

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.

Do you have a passion for art? Are you a young creative looking to learn some new skills or explore new ways of working? Well, ‘Explore’ could be for you! This group will help you to build your art portfolio and will encourage you to develop work in a range of media, using a variety […]

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.

Do you like to perform? Do you love the theatre? Do you love the circus? Come and join us on this 6 week course of circus, drama and dance, where we shall work together to create a fabulous performance of our own! Starts Wednesday 7th May / 6 weeks with half-term break 10:00am – 12:00pm […]

Please bring your sketchbooks, photos and any art materials you may wish to use! Have you attended a Canopy Creative Walk in Nature and then wondered what to do next? Have you never attended a Creative Walk and wish to find out more? Or, perhaps you have developed some work which you might like to […]

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 […]

New learners will be shown several different ways of hand building and finishing pots. Returning learners will be helped to make their own projects. There are four pottery wheels with some opportunity to have a go at throwing. (Throwing pots may be limited due to demand and available tuition time). Starts Wednesday 7th May / […]

Develop your skills as a circus performer and learn tricks of the trade. Play circus games with others and see what circus skill your favourite is. Diablo, flower stix, rola bola, stilts, the list goes on. Cost:  £5 per session. *Concessions available Contact circus@artspacecinderford.org to book or for more info.

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.

Take your circus journey further with more tricks than you can shake a stick at. Learn combinations to turn them into routines and bring out your inner performer. Become the unicycle artist you were meant to be. Cost: £5 per session. Concessions available Contact circus@artspacecinderford.org to book or for more info

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

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 […]

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.  […]

n inclusive course for creatives of all abilities to develop individual styles and skills at their own pace. In this class we will explore drawing and a wide range of materials and techniques making connections with artists that use similar materials. Join in with group discussion and set tasks alongside supported independent work with experienced […]

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 […]

Are you an experienced young artist looking to challenge yourself? If so, ‘Advance’ could be the group for you! In this group, our experienced tutors will support your ideas, inspire new projects and using our fully equipped creative studios, help you develop skills in your chosen art form/medium. We can also provide support and guidance […]

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

Enjoy hanging upside down, climbing high or just getting off the ground. Come and try our Aerial classes where you will learn the basics on various Aerial equipment – Trapeze, Aerial hoop, rope climbing to name a few. Cost: £6 per session. *Concessions available Contact circus@artspacecinderford.org for more details.

Join us on a relaxed linocutting workshop. Participants will enjoy a hands-on art experience, learning the techniques of carving designs into linoleum blocks to create relief prints. The process involves sketching a design, transferring it onto the linoleum, and then using carving tools to remove the negative space. Afterwards you’ll apply ink onto your blocks […]

Join us on Saturday 17th May 2025 from 12 noon! Where: The Wesley, the Triangle, The Music Works and multiple community venues including Artspace, The Picture House Gallery and CANDI. Everything FREE! Featuring Live performances, parade, workshops. Parade featuring local schools, musicians, morris dancers, performers, artists and more. Theme: Celebrating roots and historic connections to […]

Cinderford artsFEST is on Saturday 17th May  Join us for a day of celebration, with live performances, a parade and workshops on throughout the town. Plus everything is FREE! The parade will feature local schools, musicians, morris dancers, performers, artists and more, including puppets made by Gloucestershire College Art & Design students with the theme of […]

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 […]