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Week of Events
October half term at Go Ape Forest of Dean
Looking for something unique to do this October half term with your Tribe? How about some outdoor activities packed with fresh air and adventure? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure and holiday scene covered. Join us in the […]
TREESCAPE II – Oldskool rave
With a string of banging parties under our belt over the past year, for November's edition we're returning to the OldSkool with TREESCAPE II featuring ELLIS DEEVINYL JUNKIEMR CAINESTRIGGER COUNT DONKULA Featuring a massive headline set from the legend that is ELLIS DEE plus the usual mix of residents, local legends and other surprises - […]
Monday, October 27, 2025
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October 27, 2025 -Weekly Chepstow Walk For Health
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October 27, 2025 -Coffee Mornings
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October 27, 2025 -Forest of Dean Woodcraft Folk Elfins
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October 27, 2025 -CANDI Youth Space
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October 27, 2025 -Coleford Army Cadets
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October 27, 2025 -Craft & Chatter
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October 27, 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, October 28, 2025
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October 28, 2025 -Preschooler Creative Walk in Nature
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October 28, 2025 -CANDI Youth Space
Preschooler Creative Walk in Nature
Join us for a creative walk in nature for preschool children exploring and recording reflections and nature with creative activities Starting from the cafe we will walk around the lake exploring reflections, the various colours of autumn and create a nature collage. This fully accessible walk follows a short, flat route rich in wildlife with […]
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, October 29, 2025
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October 29, 2025 -CANDI Women’s Space
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October 29, 2025 -CANDI DANCE
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October 29, 2025 -Queer Waters – LGBTQ+ Wild Swimming Group
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.
Queer Waters – LGBTQ+ Wild Swimming Group
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 […]
Thursday, October 30, 2025
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October 30, 2025 -Coffee Mornings
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October 30, 2025 -Knit, Natter & Crochet
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October 30, 2025 -Line dance classes in Alvington
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October 30, 2025 -Found in the Forest Youth Theatre weekly classes
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October 30, 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, October 31, 2025
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October 31, 2025 -Azalea luncheon club
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October 31, 2025 -Computer club coffee morning
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October 31, 2025 -Forest of Dean community Walk – Coleford
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October 31, 2025 -Jumble Sale
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October 31, 2025 -Fairtrade Friday: Coffee Afternoon
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October 31, 2025 -Late Night Shopping at The Shambles, Newent, Halloween Special!
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 […]
Jumble Sale
🍂🎃 Jumble Sale Alert! 🎃🍂 Join us on Friday 31st October, from 11am–1pm at Bream Sports Club for our fantastic Jumble Sale! Perfect for a fun morning of thrifty finds and autumn vibes! 🍁✨
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
Late Night Shopping at The Shambles, Newent, Halloween Special!
Late Night Shopping at The Shambles, Newent, Halloween Spoecial! Join us for Late Night Shopping and Halloween games to celebrate the opening of Charlotte Keating's NEW Artist Studio & Shop, NEW Toadstools Bookshop selling books from independent and local authors, NEW premises of the Museum of Board Games and NEW Exhibition at The Secret Gallery. […]
Saturday, November 1, 2025
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November 1, 2025 -Christmas Fair
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November 1, 2025 -Bream Autumn Show
Christmas Fair
Christmas Fair featuring Angie’s Fairies, April Rose Floristry Design, Fairy Dust Designs, Funky Pheasant, Treacle Pudding Pottery, Foxy’s Forest Foods, Holly Berry Designing, Michelle White Ceramics, Witherwood Design, Forest of Dean Candle Co, Karla’s Decopauge, Tropic with Emma and LVC Home Treasures. All welcome. Free entry. Cakes and coffee available to buy from Foxy’s Forest […]
Bream Autumn Show
Bream Gardening Society's Autumn Show, incorporating the Dean Forest Beekeepers Honey Show. A traditional village show with competitions open to all - entries close 6pm Thursday 30th October. Bream Gardening Society Autumn Show 2025 - Online Entry Form Competitions for vegetables, fruit, flowers, flower arranging, honey, preserves, baking, arts & crafts, and photography. Including a […]
Sunday, November 2, 2025
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November 2, 2025 -Devised Theatre Taster Course
Devised Theatre Taster Course
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, […]
