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Craft & Chatter
Unit 10 Innovation Spaces Hub Mile End Road, Coleford GL16 7QD Mile End road, Coleford
Week of Events
Summer fun at Go Ape Forest of Dean
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 […]
Monday, August 25, 2025
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August 25, 2025 -Weekly Chepstow Walk For Health
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August 25, 2025 -Coffee Mornings
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August 25, 2025 -Forest of Dean Woodcraft Folk Elfins
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August 25, 2025 -CANDI Youth Space
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August 25, 2025 -Coleford Army Cadets
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August 25, 2025 -Craft & Chatter
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August 25, 2025 -Two Rivers Community Choir
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 / […]
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
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
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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August 26, 2025 -Preschooler Creative Walk in Nature
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August 26, 2025 -CANDI Youth Space
Preschooler Creative Walk in Nature
🐦 Calling all curious little ones! We’re heading to Soudley Ponds for a preschool-friendly Creative Nature Walk – complete with scavenger hunts, drawing, exploring and more. We’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new Creative Walk in Nature for Preschoolers at Lower Soudley Pond, specially designed to be fully accessible for both pushchairs and wheelchairs. Taking place […]
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.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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August 27, 2025 -CANDI Women’s Space
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August 27, 2025 -CANDI DANCE
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August 27, 2025 -Charity Pub Quiz – The Dog House
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.
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. […]
Thursday, August 28, 2025
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August 28, 2025 -Coffee Mornings
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August 28, 2025 -Knit, Natter & Crochet
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August 28, 2025 -Line dance classes in Alvington
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August 28, 2025 -Found in the Forest Youth Theatre weekly classes
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August 28, 2025 -CANDI Youth Space
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
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. […]
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 […]
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.
Friday, August 29, 2025
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August 29, 2025 -Azalea luncheon club
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August 29, 2025 -Computer club coffee morning
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August 29, 2025 -Forest of Dean community Walk – Coleford
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August 29, 2025 -Fairtrade Friday: Coffee Afternoon
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August 29, 2025 -The Hundred Decker Rocket with Mike Smith
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August 29, 2025 -Clothes Swish (Swap)
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August 29, 2025 -Clothes Swish (Swap)
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 […]
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
The Hundred Decker Rocket with Mike Smith
THE HUNDRED DECKER ROCKET Written and read by Mike Smith PLUS learn how to draw your own comic strip! It's the last activity of the summer holidays in Bream Community Library this Friday. Come along and meet author and illustrator Mike Smith who will be reading from his latest book and helping us draw our […]
Clothes Swish (Swap)
Clothes Swish (Swap), Friday 29 August at St Stephen's Church (Belle Vue Rd, Cinderford, GL14 2AA). Drop off items: 12 noon - 4 pm Swish open: 6 pm - 8 pm Refreshments available, FREE entry (open to all, children should be accompanied). Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/769561132114993 Email Rachel (rachel@cinderford-churches.org.uk) for more info. More details will be […]
Clothes Swish (Swap)
Clothes Swish (Swap), Friday 29 August at St Stephen's Church (Belle Vue Rd, Cinderford, GL14 2AA). Drop off items: 12 noon - 4 pmSwish open: 6 pm - 8 pm Refreshments available, FREE entry (open to all, children should be accompanied). Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/769561132114993 Email Rachel (rachel@cinderford-churches.org.uk) for more info More details will be over […]
Saturday, August 30, 2025
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August 30, 2025 -Tutshill Fest 2025
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August 30, 2025 -MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA
Tutshill Fest 2025
Fundraiser for Tidenham war Memorial Hall and Recreation Trust Live entertainment, markets, food, fairground rides, beer tent!
MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA
The GLEVUM BIG BAND returns with a feast of great swing, jazz, latin and dance music Free entry, bring a chair or rug if you can, refreshments available, good disabled access email: secretary@scarrbandstand.co.uk tel: 01594 810966
Sunday, August 31, 2025
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August 31, 2025 -Soudley Flower and Produce Show
Soudley Flower and Produce Show
Join us for our annual flower and produce show. Whether you are into growing fruit and veg, arranging flowers, baking delicious goods or crafting there’s a class in our schedule for you to enter. Lots for the children to enter too! Cups and small cash prizes for the winners. Open to the public from 2.45pm […]
