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 […]

Creative Walk & Print Workshop in conjunction with Newent artsFEST programme of events.  📍 Location: Newent Lake 🎟️ Tickets: £10 per person ♿ Access: Moderate Fitness, forest paths, uneven surfaces, slight hills 🕙 Timings: Walk 10.30 – 12.30pm Lunch 12.30 – 1.30pm Monoprinting Workshop 1.30 – 3.00pm Join artists Roger Drury and Sara Rickard on a walk around the Lake in Newent. […]

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.

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 […]

‘Lanterns for Hope’ Workshops with Aimee Blease-Bourne from Queering the Wye LGBTQIA+ Friendly, for young people 🌈✨ Join us for a creative afternoon of writing and lantern-making with the brilliant Aimee Blease-Bourne from queering the Wye at Newent Library. These free workshops are especially for young people in Newent, with a warm welcome to the LGBTQIA+ […]

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.

Come and join our yoga class in The Soudley Village Hall, Soudley   Class time: Every Monday at 6:00 pm I’m Heather, a Yoga Alliance Certified 200hr teacher, trained in Rishikesh. My classes weave together a dynamic mix of Hatha, Ashtanga and Yin yoga — giving you both a great workout and the chance to […]

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

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

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 […]

Join researcher & biographer Pete Rockford on a tour of Newent celebrating the life of musical legend Joe Meek 🎵 Take a guided walking tour through Newent and uncover the incredible life of record producer Joe Meek. Event run in conjunction with Newent artsFEST programme of events. 📍 Meet at the Market House 🎟️ Tickets: £5 per person, […]

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.

A group for any LGBTQI+ folks to experience nature, community and connection in an inclusive, supportive setting. Come and swim, dip or just chat with like-minded people over a cuppa. Discover how fantastic open water swimming and spending time in nature is for your mental health! Book online -  your first 6 sessions are free […]

Club meeting of the FOD woodturners association.Some meetings are demonstrations and instructional. Others are club hands on or other participation. All welcome. First visit free!

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

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.  […]

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.

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

Join us for the launch of the Forest's brand new bi-monthly cabaret evening! Come and be entertained and inspired by a specially curated, diverse line-up of talented performers in the intimate lakeside setting of the Koselig Cabin! Expect cosy fireside vibes, delicious food and six dazzling performances across music, dance, circus, comedy, poetry and more, […]

Fun evening fundraising much needed funds for our beautiful Memorial Hall in Parkend, we are all volunteers and are trying hard to improve facilities etc at the hall. Please grab friends, family & neighbours

Throw a Pot Experience, with Derek A. Lamb Workshop 1 – Saturday 18th October Workshop 2 – Saturday 22nd November 10:30am – 1:30pm (at Artspace Cinderford) £45/ *£40 concessions including materials (per workshop) Though not the easiest thing to do, the aim is to have a hands on experience, have fun and end up with one […]

Newent artsFEST 2025: A Celebration of Creativity & Community  On October 18th, Newent will come alive with colour, creativity and community spirit as Canopy Creative Network brings its much-loved artsFEST to town. Centred around the theme of agriculture – regeneration and rebirth, the festival will honour Newent’s rich rural heritage while sparking new creative energy across all ages of Newent […]

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 […]

Fun evening fundraising much needed funds for our beautiful Memorial Hall in Parkend, we are all volunteers and are trying hard to improve facilities etc at the hall. Please grab friends, family & neighbours

7 weeks of connection and creativity! Come along to this fun and friendly taster course for devised theatre to learn how to co-create original stories as a group and how to feel comfortable and confident expressing yourself with voice and body. Whether you have experience of devising, scripted theatre, or no performance experience at all, […]