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Orchard Project, with Bela Kielt
Artspace Cinderford The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford
Craft & Chatter
Unit 10 Innovation Spaces Hub Mile End Road, Coleford GL16 7QD Mile End road, Coleford
The Forest of Dean Wellbeing Choir
Artspace Cinderford The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford
Week of Events
Weekly Chepstow Walk For Health
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
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
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.
Orchard Project, with Bela Kielt
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 […]
Paint Like The Pros, with Cherry Lyne
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 / […]
Forest of Dean Woodcraft Folk Elfins
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 […]
CANDI Youth Space
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.
Coleford Army Cadets
We parade every Monday Evening, 12-18yrs, all welcome. 1900hrs-2130hrs at The Cadet Hut, Cinder Hill.
Craft & Chatter
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
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 […]
Two Rivers Community Choir
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
Aerial Fitness (Ages 18+)
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 […]
Adult Aerial (Ages 18+)
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
Young Creatives: Discover! (Ages 6 – 11), with Jo Jarratt
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 […]
CANDI Youth Space
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.
Young Creatives: Explore (Ages 11 – 14), with Jo Jarratt
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 […]
Cinderford coffee club
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 […]
CANDI Women’s Space
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.
Cinderford coffee club
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
Circus & Performing Arts, with Jo Jarratt
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 […]
Forest of Dean Community Walks Yorkley Walk
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 […]
Afternoon Pottery, with Derek A. Lamb
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 / […]
Engage Juniors (Ages 6 – 10)
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.
CANDI DANCE
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.
Charity Pub Quiz – The Dog House
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. […]
Youth Aerial (Ages 8 +)
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
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 / […]
Knit, Natter & Crochet
Friendly and free knitting and crochet group at Staunton & Corse Community Hub, every Thursday, 11am. Theswancommunitygroup@gmail.com
The Forest of Dean Wellbeing Choir
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 […]
Line dance classes in Alvington
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. […]
Drawn In, with Nicky Payne
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 […]
Found in the Forest Youth Theatre weekly classes
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 […]
Young Creatives: Advance (Ages 12+), with Jo Jarratt
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 […]
CANDI Youth Space
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
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.
Computer club coffee morning
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
Forest of Dean community Walk – Coleford
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 […]
Coleford Creative Walk in Nature
Join us for an inspiring creative walk in nature beginning in Coleford in the Forest of Dean. Meet outside Coleford Library. This route is 1.5 miles with the middle section up an incline. Walking along the cycle path we will quickly leave Coleford to enter Bells Golf Course. We will explore the small pond, the […]
Fairtrade Friday: Coffee Afternoon
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
Youth Aerial (Ages 8 +)
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.
Throw a Pot Experience, with Derek A. Lamb
Though not the easiest thing to do, the aim is to have a hands on experience, have fun and end up with one small pot. This will then be glazed and fired on your behalf for collection from Artspace and is included in the price. This is for adults and beginners with no potting experience, […]
Sculpture Inspired by Chinese Art, with Dorota Rapacz
We have all heard of the Terracotta Army and have likely seen images of Buddha in various poses. As usual, we will examine some images of heads and figures from ancient China and attempt to recreate them in 3D. The workshop is intended for all levels of experience. We will sculpt it in clay, which […]
