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Craft & Chatter
Unit 10 Innovation Spaces Hub Mile End Road, Coleford GL16 7QD Mile End road, Coleford
Week of Events
Inked Exhibition of Printmaking
Inked exhibition of print showcases work from sixteen printmakers working with hand-made print processes. Gallery 1 hosts work from The Yard Print Studio community of printmakers, gallery 2 shows work from three printmakers who took up residence at The yard Print Studio for one-week each during August and September 2025 where they explored their practice and developed new […]
Forest Markets Christmas Fair
Start your Christmas shopping in style at the Forest Markets Christmas Fair. We have stallholders selling original handmade work, demonstrations and a mini mosaic wreath workshop, plus delicious homemade cakes and hot food (hot food Saturday and Sunday only). Follow www.forestmarkets.co.uk and @forestmarkets for more information on who's taking part and links to book your […]
Forest Markets Christmas Fair
Start your Christmas shopping in style at the Forest Markets Christmas Fair. We have stallholders selling original handmade work, demonstrations and a mini mosaic wreath workshop, plus delicious homemade cakes and hot food (hot food Saturday and Sunday only). Follow www.forestmarkets.co.uk and @forestmarkets for more information on who's taking part and links to book your […]
Forest Markets Christmas Fair
Start your Christmas shopping in style at the Forest Markets Christmas Fair. We have stallholders selling original handmade work, demonstrations and a mini mosaic wreath workshop, plus delicious homemade cakes and hot food (hot food Saturday and Sunday only). Follow www.forestmarkets.co.uk and @forestmarkets for more information on who's taking part and links to book your […]
Monday, November 17, 2025
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November 17, 2025 -Weekly Chepstow Walk For Health
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November 17, 2025 -Coffee Mornings
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November 17, 2025 -Forest of Dean Woodcraft Folk Elfins
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November 17, 2025 -CANDI Youth Space
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November 17, 2025 -Coleford Army Cadets
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November 17, 2025 -Craft & Chatter
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November 17, 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, November 18, 2025
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November 18, 2025 -CANDI Youth Space
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, November 19, 2025
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November 19, 2025 -CANDI Women’s Space
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November 19, 2025 -CANDI DANCE
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November 19, 2025 -Queer Waters – LGBTQ+ Wild Swimming Group
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November 19, 2025 -Charity Pub Quiz – The Dog House
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November 19, 2025 -Forest of Dean Woodturners Meeting
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 […]
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. […]
Forest of Dean Woodturners Meeting
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!
Thursday, November 20, 2025
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November 20, 2025 -Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
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November 20, 2025 -Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
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November 20, 2025 -Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
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November 20, 2025 -Coffee Mornings
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November 20, 2025 -Knit, Natter & Crochet
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November 20, 2025 -Line dance classes in Alvington
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November 20, 2025 -Found in the Forest Youth Theatre weekly classes
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November 20, 2025 -CANDI Youth Space
Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
✨ Treat yourself to a slow, creative morning (or afternoon) of festive making — because Christmas is about joy and a touch of indulgence.Join us for a cosy Christmas Combo Workshop where you’ll paint 3 ceramic keepsake baubles with Charlotte and craft a beautiful dried flower wreath with Shanna from Harebell & Bee. 🎄 Nov 20th […]
Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
✨ Treat yourself to a slow, creative morning (or afternoon) of festive making — because Christmas is about joy and a touch of indulgence.Join us for a cosy Christmas Combo Workshop where you’ll paint 3 ceramic keepsake baubles with Charlotte and craft a beautiful dried flower wreath with Shanna from Harebell & Bee. 🎄 Nov 20th […]
Christmas Combo Workshop – Wreath Making & Bauble Painting
✨ Treat yourself to a slow, creative morning (or afternoon) of festive making — because Christmas is about joy and a touch of indulgence.Join us for a cosy Christmas Combo Workshop where you’ll paint 3 ceramic keepsake baubles with Charlotte and craft a beautiful dried flower wreath with Shanna from Harebell & Bee. 🎄 Nov 20th […]
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, November 21, 2025
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November 21, 2025 -Azalea luncheon club
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November 21, 2025 -Computer club coffee morning
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November 21, 2025 -Forest of Dean community Walk – Coleford
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November 21, 2025 -Fairtrade Friday: Coffee Afternoon
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November 21, 2025 -Community Cafe
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November 21, 2025 -Bingo Night
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
Community Cafe
A free warm event for anyone who wishes to attend. Free hot meals and drinks, craft and activity projects for all who attend, play area for children and seperate area for teens with pool, darts and Xbox.
Bingo Night
Bingo Lydbrook Social Club Cash prizes and Raffle plus your chance to win a free book for next week Everyone welcome Over 18’s Bar open at 6 pm Eyes down 7.30 Pm
Saturday, November 22, 2025
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November 22, 2025 -Lantern Making Workshop
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November 22, 2025 -Inspired by Celtic art– bas relief workshop, with Dorota Rapacz
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November 22, 2025 -Throw a Pot Experience, with Derek A. Lamb
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November 22, 2025 -Inspired by Celtic Art– Bas Relief Workshop, with Dorota Rapacz
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November 22, 2025 -Christmas Craft Fair & Coffee Morning
Lantern Making Workshop
The Countdown to Christmas Starts Here! 🎅🎇 ✨ Get hands-on and festive at our Free Lantern Making Workshops!Pop in anytime between 10am – 4pm on Saturday 22nd November. Free drop in Lantern Making Workshop, for all ages. Drop in between 10am – 4pm on Saturday 8th and Saturday 22nd November to help us create lanterns […]
Inspired by Celtic art– bas relief workshop, with Dorota Rapacz
Inspired by Celtic art– bas relief workshop, with Dorota Rapacz Saturday 22nd November 10:30am – 4:30pm (at Artspace Cinderford) Cost: £75/ *£55 concessions including materials Many of us know the characteristic motives of Celtic decorations. One of them is the triskelion symbol. The three spirals are believed to represent the three worlds – the present, the spirit […]
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, […]
Inspired by Celtic Art– Bas Relief Workshop, with Dorota Rapacz
Many of us know the characteristic motives of Celtic decorations. One of them is the triskelion symbol. The three spirals are believed to represent the three worlds – the present, the spirit and the celestial. This and some other examples will be available for viewing and we will make our own tondo – a circular […]
Christmas Craft Fair & Coffee Morning
Have you ever wanted to help the homeless but not sure how. Why not come to Packed With Love’s 💜 Christmas Craft Fair. We have a donation station you will be able to buy toiletries from us and donate them back for us to give out to the homeless alongside our treat bags that we […]
Sunday, November 23, 2025
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November 23, 2025 -Table-top/Indoor Car Boot Sale
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November 23, 2025 -Bingo Night
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November 23, 2025 -Bingo Night
Table-top/Indoor Car Boot Sale
Variety of items for sale - Books, CDs, Stamps, Horse Tack Bits & Bobs, Vintage, Antique, Bric a Brac, Original Art, Kids Toys etc etc... SELLERS - PLEASE CONTACT ORGANISER TO BOOK A TABLE.
Bingo Night
Bingo Lydbrook Social Club Cash prizes and Raffle plus your chance to win a free book for next week Everyone welcome Over 18’s Bar open at 6 pm Eyes down 7.30 Pm
Bingo Night
BINGO NIGHT THIS SUNDAY 23RD NOV Lydbrook Social Club Lower Lydbrook All Cash Prizes Over 18's Only Raffle prizes Bar open from 6pm Eyes down 7.30pm Everyone welcome Books £10 Raffle £1 per strip
