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This event marks the completion of a project by Xena White exploring local folklore, which has resulted in an illustrated book and two documentaries. The work examines how natural elements - water and stone - have influenced cultural narratives in the region over time, exploring stories such as the legend of the Wye and Sabrina, […]
The work examines how elements - water and stone - have influenced cultural narratives in the Forest of Dean over time, exploring stories such as the legend of the Wye and Sabrina, curative waters and wells, scowles, megalithic monuments, and mining myths. The audio pieces combine field recordings from around the Forest of Dean with […]
Join us for an inspiring creative walk in nature at Lower Soudley Pond using the Active Travel Map Join Canopy sponsored artists Sara Rickard and Roger Drury for this Creative Walk in Nature Soudley Ponds is a series of man-made ponds running along a secluded valley. It is a haven for wildlife and is designated […]
🐦 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 […]
farOpen Summer Exhibition at the Dean Heritage Centre 🎨Discover a vibrant showcase of work by 38 local artists at this special farOpen Art Trail exhibition, set in the beautiful surroundings of the Dean Heritage Centre. Open daily from 10:30am – 4:30pm until 13th July, the exhibition features an inspiring variety of artwork across multiple mediums—perfect […]
Join us on Mothering Sunday in and around the Dean Heritage Centre’s yurt, for a sing of our Forest Festival Fringe songs for this year.All welcome, whether you’re a regular singer or never normally sing. Dress warmly, bring water and your voices. Also welcome to come and listen! There may also be a chance for […]
Entry is FREE to the whole site today, but we would really appreciate a donation to go towards our expenses. We are a charity, so please pay what you can, and help support us! Here are some of the exciting things you can expect: Shop from a variety of unique and handmade gifts created […]
She Scribes Theatre Company will be holding an interactive installation at the Spring Equinox Fayre for the Forest Fringe Festival! This will be an interactive, multisensory experience at the Dean Heritage Centre. This will include stories from the Forest’s residents on their relationship to ancestry and heritage in the form of video, sound recordings, and […]
Enjoy a slow walk in nature around Soudley Ponds, stopping to observe, reflect and respond creatively to the water, reeds, trees and wildlife. Monday, 23rd Sept, 10.45 – 1.00pm with Sara. Meeting at Dean Heritage Centre This is a beautiful area, abundant with wildlife and the opportunity to enjoy the reflections across the water. Drawing […]
NEW to Dean Heritage Centre our Autumn Equinox Fayre, 22nd of September, entry to our entire site and the event is FREE! We will have a variety of stalls from local produce, artists, creatives, handmade gifts & clothes. Heritage Coffee Shop will also be open 10:00-17:00 with some autumn specials! All tickets are free, but […]
FREE Poetry Duck Workshops with local artist John Slater at the Dean Heritage Centre Wednesdays 1.30 – 4.00pm on 31st July, 7, 14 ,21 Aug Canopy Creative Network is delighted to be able to support Blakeney and Soudley Primary School pupils by bringing in artist John Slater to the Dean Heritage Centre during the summer school holidays. John […]
FREE Poetry Duck Workshops with local artist John Slater at the Dean Heritage Centre Wednesdays 1.30 – 4.00pm on 31st July, 7, 14 ,21 Aug Canopy Creative Network is delighted to be able to support Blakeney and Soudley Primary School pupils by bringing in artist John Slater to the Dean Heritage Centre during the summer school holidays. John […]
FREE Poetry Duck Workshops with local artist John Slater at the Dean Heritage Centre Wednesdays 1.30 – 4.00pm on 31st July, 7, 14 ,21 Aug Canopy Creative Network is delighted to be able to support Blakeney and Soudley Primary School pupils by bringing in artist John Slater to the Dean Heritage Centre during the summer school holidays. John […]
Join us to watch Found in The Forest Theatre's SUMMER Project of the BFG! This is a family friendly event of outside theatre, music, circus and performance. Are you ready to step into the shoes of giants and dream-makers? In just 5 days young people in the forest have rehearsed, sang, played and will be […]
FREE Poetry Duck Workshops with local artist John Slater at the Dean Heritage Centre Wednesdays 1.30 – 4.00pm on 31st July, 7, 14 ,21 Aug Canopy Creative Network is delighted to be able to support Blakeney and Soudley Primary School pupils by bringing in artist John Slater to the Dean Heritage Centre during the summer school holidays. John […]
Are you ready to step into the shoes of giants and dream-makers? In just 5 days, participants aged 10-18 are invited to join our immersive theatrical experience bringing THE BFG to life on stage. Whether you’re an aspiring actor, a seasoned performer, or simply someone with a love for storytelling, there’s a role for everyone. […]
We are holding a local kids go free day! This is for all Forest of Dean schools, let front of house know what school you go to and the school with the most visitors will get a voucher for a school trip. Contact us 01594 822170 or info@deanheritagecentre.com
A day of family fun! We are bringing back the summer fair and this time entry to our entire site and the event is FREE! That means you can enjoy our summer fair, museum, gruffalo trail and craft hut! We will have a variety of stalls from local produce, artists, creatives, hand made gifts and […]
To celebrate National Kid's Day we are holding a Kids go free day on Sunday 9th of June!
Tree of Life With Warren Day October 16th and 23rd November 6th, 13th, 20th Mondays 10.30am-2.30pm Dean Heritage Centre, Forest of Dean Explore the use of natural materials to produce interesting and unusual artwork with an organic twist. Take inspiration from the stunning colours found in an autumnal Forest of Dean setting. Your work will […]
Tree of Life With Warren Day October 16th and 23rd November 6th, 13th, 20th Mondays 10.30am-2.30pm Dean Heritage Centre, Forest of Dean Explore the use of natural materials to produce interesting and unusual artwork with an organic twist. Take inspiration from the stunning colours found in an autumnal Forest of Dean setting. Your work will […]
Tree of Life With Warren Day October 16th and 23rd November 6th, 13th, 20th Mondays 10.30am-2.30pm Dean Heritage Centre, Forest of Dean Explore the use of natural materials to produce interesting and unusual artwork with an organic twist. Take inspiration from the stunning colours found in an autumnal Forest of Dean setting. Your work will […]
Tree of Life With Warren Day October 16th and 23rd November 6th, 13th, 20th Mondays 10.30am-2.30pm Dean Heritage Centre, Forest of Dean Explore the use of natural materials to produce interesting and unusual artwork with an organic twist. Take inspiration from the stunning colours found in an autumnal Forest of Dean setting. Your work will […]
Tree of Life With Warren Day October 16th and 23rd November 6th, 13th, 20th Mondays 10.30am-2.30pm Dean Heritage Centre, Forest of Dean Explore the use of natural materials to produce interesting and unusual artwork with an organic twist. Take inspiration from the stunning colours found in an autumnal Forest of Dean setting. Your work will […]
Tree of Life With Warren Day October 16th and 23rd November 6th, 13th, 20th Mondays 10.30am-2.30pm Dean Heritage Centre, Forest of Dean Explore the use of natural materials to produce interesting and unusual artwork with an organic twist. Take inspiration from the stunning colours found in an autumnal Forest of Dean setting. Your work will […]
Meet in the Gage Research Room at 2pm Get closer to history with an in depth look at an object from our archive. Collections staff and volunteers will give a 5-10 minute talk on an object and answer questions. Objects will include maps, diaries, oral history recording, books, photographs and objects from our collection. Contact […]
Guided walks with local historian Alex Knight to Discover Dene More info here Join Alex for a walk in the woods to learn about the history, plants and wildlife of this stunning land betwixt two rivers. Booking: Either book in person at reception or call the Centre on 01594 822170 during opening hours. Each walk […]
Meet in the Gage Research Room at 2pm Get closer to history with an in depth look at an object from our archive. Collections staff and volunteers will give a 5-10 minute talk on an object and answer questions. Objects will include maps, diaries, oral history recording, books, photographs and objects from our collection. Contact […]
A weekend of fun, included in admission. We are celebrating our 40th anniversary, we will have local business stalls, little owlets, musicl performances, a raffle, food and drink and more! More info 01594 822170 or email abbie@deanheritagecentre.com
A weekend of fun, included in admission. We are celebrating our 40th anniversary, we will have local business stalls, little owlets, musicl performances, a raffle, food and drink and more! More info 01594 822170 or email abbie@deanheritagecentre.com
Meet in the Gage Research Room at 2pm Get closer to history with an in depth look at an object from our archive. Collections staff and volunteers will give a 5-10 minute talk on an object and answer questions. Objects will include maps, diaries, oral history recording, books, photographs and objects from our collection. Contact […]
More info here Join Alex for a walk in the woods to learn about the history, plants and wildlife of this stunning land betwixt two rivers. Booking: Either book in person at reception or call the Centre on 01594 822170 during opening hours. Each walk is approximately 8KM and takes approximately three hours. It is […]
Meet in the Gage Research Room at 2pm Get closer to history with an in depth look at an object from our archive. Collections staff and volunteers will give a 5-10 minute talk on an object and answer questions. Objects will include maps, diaries, oral history recording, books, photographs and objects from our collection. Contact […]
A fun day for the entire family, come and celebrate Father's Day with us. With lawn games in The Paddock, activities with one of our facillitators and the oppurtunity to make your Dad something special in the craft hut. Why not book an afternoon tea at The Heritage Coffee Shop, or treat your Dad to lunch […]
Meet in the Gage Research Room at 2pm Get closer to history with an in depth look at an object from our archive. Collections staff and volunteers will give a 5-10 minute talk on an object and answer questions. Objects will include maps, diaries, oral history recording, books, photographs and objects from our collection. Contact […]
This Half-term come along to the DHC to celebrate our beautiful Forest and its inhabitants. There will be Forest themed craft in our craft hut and opportunities to join guided walks in the beautiful veteran Forest just beyond our boundary. With the bluebells at Bradley hill at their best in the month of May, it is the […]
Come and join us for our traditional charcoal burn. All our charcoal is made locally from hardwood trees. These trees readily re-grow from the stump when they are cut down. This is called coppicing, a tradtional form of woodland management. The Dean Heritage Centre is one of the only places in the country to make […]
More info here Join Alex for a walk in the woods to learn about the history, plants and wildlife of this stunning land betwixt two rivers. Booking: Either book in person at reception or call the Centre on 01594 822170 during opening hours. Each walk is approximately 8KM and takes approximately three hours. It is […]
Meet in the Gage Research Room at 2pm Get closer to history with an in depth look at an object from our archive. Collections staff and volunteers will give a 5-10 minute talk on an object and answer questions. Objects will include maps, diaries, oral history recording, books, photographs and objects from our collection. Contact […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]
This Easter come along to the Dean Heritage Centre to celebrate Spring. There will be Spring themed craft in the ever popular craft hut and opportunities to explore the Forest beyond our fence to look for the welcome signs of spring. Our indoor trail this year will give you the opportunity to win a delightful […]