Things to do

Things to do includes places to visit, regular opportunities and clubs or groups you can join. There are plenty of locally run online opportunities at the moment, so check out what’s available below. Try a new activity or get involved in a hobby you enjoy and meet people who have the same interests as you. You can browse the categories below or scroll down further to search for things to do by category and by any specific access requirements you have.

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Arts and Crafts

This is where you’ll find anything to do with visual arts, textiles, crafts, sculpture, pottery, woodwork etc: clubs, groups and experiences.

  • Online / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Sports and Leisure

    Gympanzees Online Resources

    From exercise videos, activities, ideas and Zoom sessions with a qualified therapist – we’re here to help you. Our resource pages are packed with ideas, information, ‘how to’ explanations, videos and external links to help your child develop a variety of skills. They’re also specific to children with different play and exercise needs. Our Zoom […]

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    Gympanzees 2 years ago
  • Forest of Dean / Arts and Crafts -Wellbeing

    Green woodwork

    Have a go at heritage skills on the pole lathe and shave horses in our new bushcraft shelter. Supported by the fully equiped workshop, with full training provided on all machinery, woodwork and metalwork. Day Supervisor present to help with your projects, just bring materials. Open Wednesdays and Tursdays 10-3pm. Refreshments available.

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  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Cinema and Film -Food and Drink -Play Areas -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Youth

    Youth and Social Club

    Start May 10th GBG’s youth and social club will begin to welcome young adults with SEND into a safe space to learn, have fun and socialize in a safe space away from the general public. Activities we offer will cover pretty much anything however quite zones and thing that will be offered weekly will always […]

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Attractions and Days Out

Here we’ve listed some of the great places to visit in Gloucestershire. Activity parks, caves, historic buildings and a couple of castles are just some of the things to look out for.

  • Gloucestershire / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities

    Spectacular Science Parties!

    A Fun Science party is an unforgettable way for your child to spend a birthday! Explosions, electricity and excitement galore are guaranteed with our award-winning, action-packed, interactive packages. We come to a venue of your choice (either your home or a hired venue) and entertain up to 30 young guests aged 3-11 for between 45 […]

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  • Cirencester / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Museums and Galleries

    New Brewery Arts

    New Brewery Arts is a vibrant craft organisation where creativity takes place every day. We are a welcoming space for our communities to spend time with us and with the handmade. You can visit our craft studios. Our studios are used by professional craftspeople – they hum to the sounds of glass furnaces and jewellers’ […]

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  • Cheltenham / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas

    Pittville Park

    Pittville Park, a 20-30 minute walk from the centre of Cheltenham, is the town’s largest ornamental park and features the Pump Room and lakes.  Split in two by the Evesham Road, on the eastern side you will find the Pump Room, a small lake, the main children’s play area and the aviaries that are home […]

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    Active Impact 2 years ago

Children's Activities

Everything for children including soft play, outdoor adventure, family or child groups like messy play, baby yoga etc and places for family days out.

  • Gloucestershire / Children's Activities -Performing Arts -Theatre and Concerts

    Churchdown Rising Stars (Drama classes for 8 to 14 year olds in Churchdown)

    Rising Stars Churchdown A fun and fast paced session which will include a number of warm up exercises and games which will include techniques to combat those inevitable pre performance nerves. Children and young people will learn to work as a team work and build trust. They will develop the confidence to perform individually (if […]

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    ActingUP 2 years ago
  • Cheltenham / Children's Activities -Performing Arts

    Drama Tots

    Drama Tots is offering classes in Cheltenham from September 2022! We explore the world around us and learn all though the power of imaginative play. We provide fun and educational music, movement and drama classes for children aged 18 months – 5 years old. Each week we go on an exciting adventure and we explore […]

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    Drama Tots 2 years ago
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    More about Trainmaster Gloucestershire

    Trainmaster Gloucestershire is train themed events and private parties that pop-up around Gloucestershire. It’s set-up and run by myself (Louise) and I fill the room with floor based train track, ride-on trains, train coasters, books, crafts and more! Our events are suitable for children (and adults) of all ages I book and host the events […]

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Cinema and Film

A selection of cinemas and places that show films in Gloucestershire.

  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Cinema and Film -Food and Drink -Play Areas -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Youth

    Youth and Social Club

    Start May 10th GBG’s youth and social club will begin to welcome young adults with SEND into a safe space to learn, have fun and socialize in a safe space away from the general public. Activities we offer will cover pretty much anything however quite zones and thing that will be offered weekly will always […]

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  • Forest of Dean / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Cinema and Film -Faith and Spirituality -Farms and Zoos -Festivals and Seasonal -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Theatre and Concerts -Wellbeing

    Together We Can Inclusive Activity Club

    Together We Can is a weekly activity club for anyone with a disability. We meet weekly at Cinderford Rugby on a wednesday evening 7-9pm and there is a different activity each week. It is £3 a session. Please visit www.togetherwecan2019.com to check out the agenda to see what is on or contact Saz on 07944447700

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  • Tewkesbury / Children's Activities -Cinema and Film -Food and Drink -Theatre and Concerts

    CineMinis: Fisherman’s Friends: One And All (PG)

    CineMinis: Fisherman’s Friends: One And All (PG) CineMinis (formerly Nappy Mondays) are film screenings exclusively for parents or carers who are accompanied by babies and children of pre-school age. Online booking is unavailable for these screenings. To book, please call 01684 295074 or simply turn up on the morning – we understand babies can make planning ahead […]

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Faith and Spirituality

Places of Worship, faith groups and activities related to spirituality.

  • Gloucestershire / Faith and Spirituality -Wellbeing

    Introduction to Christian Meditation

    Introduction to Christian Meditation – many may find meditation a good way to pray and encourage stillness. We have put together this simple resource to guide you through Christian Meditation whenever you need it. https://www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk/content/pages/documents/1589890448.pdf

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  • Online / Faith and Spirituality -Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Wellbeing

    Self-care toolkit- FREE RESOURCE

    This is a FREE resource created by MHELO. MHELO is an independent network of people in Gloucestershire who have had or are experiencing mental ill health or for those interested in mental health and mental health support within the county. It is a project within Inclusion Gloucestershire. We know the benefits of self care, and […]

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    MHELO 2 years ago
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    Massage Therapy

    Massage therapy can work wonders for everyone! We offer holistic massage treatment to help you feel relaxed and also to best support your body.  Our massage therapist Charlotte can ensure treatment is specific to you to help you feel most relaxed and supported. Whether you need support with hoisting or perhaps to have massage in […]

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    Huuman 2 years ago

Farms and Zoos

Farms, Zoos and other animal experiences.

  • Tewkesbury / Children's Activities -Farms and Zoos -Gardens and Nature -Wellbeing

    Saturdays On The Farm

    Spend Saturdays On The farm with Greenwoods Therapeutic Horticulture Join us once a month for our relaxed Saturdays on the farm where you can tend to the animals, plant seeds, play in the meadow, and take part in various seasonal activities. Nov 9th, Dec 14th, Jan 11th, Feb 8th, March 15th.   9.30 a.m to 12 […]

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  • Forest of Dean / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Cinema and Film -Faith and Spirituality -Farms and Zoos -Festivals and Seasonal -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Theatre and Concerts -Wellbeing

    Together We Can Inclusive Activity Club

    Together We Can is a weekly activity club for anyone with a disability. We meet weekly at Cinderford Rugby on a wednesday evening 7-9pm and there is a different activity each week. It is £3 a session. Please visit www.togetherwecan2019.com to check out the agenda to see what is on or contact Saz on 07944447700

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  • Forest of Dean / Farms and Zoos -Parks and Green Spaces

    Give some love to a Guinea Pig

    The Orchard Trusts small animals include guinea pigs, rabbits and Speedy the tortoise. They all enjoy seeing visitors and having a cuddle. Come to our Stowfield site to see the animals, the small ones and the larger ones like Millie the pig and our sheep and goats. They’d love to see you. The whole site […]

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    Orchard trust 2 years ago

Festivals and Seasonal

A list of the county’s many festivals and events that take place at certain times of year such as the Literature and Jazz Festivals. Easter fun, Halloween goings-on and Santa’s Grottos can be found here.

  • Gloucester / Children's Activities -Festivals and Seasonal -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Theatre and Concerts

    The Hub, Gloucester

    Designed by young people, for young people. The Hub is a brand new facility in Kings Square and the first of its kind in Gloucester. It is a space for you to connect, collaborate and create the music you want with the chance to meet other like-minded creatives.  Fitted with the latest inclusive music-making and […]

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  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Cinema and Film -Festivals and Seasonal -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Theatre and Concerts -Wellbeing

    Expressions!

    BRAND NEW Drama, Music, and Musical Arts class – “EXPRESSIONS” 🎭🎶 Join us from Saturday October 5th – Unleash your creativity, explore your passions, and express yourself through Prosperity’s performing arts sessions. The sessions are open to all, whether you are an avid performer, more interested in writing scripts or dancing in the background, or simply […]

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  • Gloucester / Festivals and Seasonal -Performing Arts -Theatre and Concerts -Wellbeing

    IncDrop

    IncDrop is our inclusive after-schools club for young people with additional needs. Feel free to bring your family an friends along too! Date: every Tuesday (during term-time) Time: 4.30pm-6pm Price: £4 Location: The Hub, Gloucester, GL1 1RP Come and make music in a friendly relaxed atmosphere with access to all of our assistive technology, sensory […]

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Food and Drink

From wine tasting and brewery tours to the Cotswolds’ famous pudding club, this category has it covered.

  • Gloucester / Food and Drink -Social Interest Groups

    Social Group – Gloucester City Museum Cafe, every other Tuesday ,’Cuppa with Jane’ group meeting 10:30am – 11:30am.

    Our welcoming Social Groups meet weekly in community spaces around the county. As well as being a way to socialise with some new faces, they can also help to connect you with some of the other services we offer you. Our Help Team may drop in with some advice or our Digital Volunteers may be […]

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  • Gloucester / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Festivals and Seasonal -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -LGBTQIA+ -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Robinswood Hill Country Park

    Robinswood Hill is a 100 hectare Country Park on the south east side of Gloucester rising to 198m (651 ft) above sea level. https://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/robinswood-hill – Green flag award site – Countryside walks with extensive views across the Severn Vale, the Forest of Dean and the Cotswolds. – All-terrain mobility scooter hire available – Wildflower meadows, […]

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  • Cheltenham / Children's Activities -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas

    Refreshments at Pittville Park

    If you are visiting Pittville Park, why not pop into one of their cafés for some refreshments? Central Cross Café You can find Central Cross Café in the middle of the eastern side of Pittville Park, alongside Central Cross Drive. This is the perfect café for good quality home-made food for breakfast, lunch or picnics, […]

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    Active Impact 2 years ago

Gardens and Nature

Enjoy some of Gloucestershire’s beautiful gardens and areas of wildlife.

  • Tewkesbury / Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Go for a walk

    Tewkesbury Nature Reserve is free to access with a free car park year round. There are good public transport links with several bus stops around the perimeter of the reserve. We also have bikes racks in the car park. There are no on site facilities so make sure you plan accordingly. There are several different […]

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  • Cheltenham / Children's Activities -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas

    Refreshments at Pittville Park

    If you are visiting Pittville Park, why not pop into one of their cafés for some refreshments? Central Cross Café You can find Central Cross Café in the middle of the eastern side of Pittville Park, alongside Central Cross Drive. This is the perfect café for good quality home-made food for breakfast, lunch or picnics, […]

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    Active Impact 2 years ago
  • Tetbury / Attractions and Days Out -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Sports and Leisure

    The Tetbury Trail

    The Tetbury Rail Lands Regeneration Trust has created a multi-user path known as the Tetbury Trail that mainly follows the course of the old railway line. Look out for the blue signs that will guide you along the Trail.Earlier this year an all-weather surface was laid on the newest section of the Trail. As well as […]

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Historic buildings

Buildings that tell us about the county’s cultural history and families who have lived here. Includes castles, manor houses, estates and barns.

  • Gloucestershire / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Gardens and Nature -Historic buildings -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas -Wellbeing

    Wild Winter at Slimbridge

    Winter is a fantastic time to visit Slimbridge with up to 30,000 wild wintering ducks, geese and swans feeding and roosting on the reserve. Look out for star species: Bewick’s swans, white-fronted geese, lapwing, water rail, curlew. Enjoy the following winter activities included in admission:  – Wild Bird Feeds | Daily at 4pm  See flocks […]

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  • Berkeley / Attractions and Days Out -Gardens and Nature -Historic buildings -Parks and Green Spaces

    Berkeley Castle

    Travel through time and history, from the Keep, with its dungeon and the cell where Edward II is said to have been murdered, to the Drawing Rooms, with their fine upholstery, chandeliers and silver lamps. Visitors can see superb silver, paintings from the 16th-20th centuries, fine furniture and a unique spider’s-web ceiling. Discover the colourful […]

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  • Gloucester / Attractions and Days Out -Faith and Spirituality -Historic buildings -Museums and Galleries

    Download the Gloucester Cathedral App

    https://www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk/visit/things-to-do/family-activities/go-digital-.php Explore one of Britain’s greatest buildings through different characters on the Gloucester Cathedral app. Discover where Harry Potter was filmed and see back in time with amazing Augmented Reality. Explore the Cathedral’s history as never before: Become a king, monk, mason or pilgrim Unlock secret stories Follow in Harry Potter’s footsteps Visit a king’s […]

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LGBTQIA+

Groups and events for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual or any other gender or sexual orientation.

  • Cheltenham / Arts and Crafts -LGBTQIA+ -Online -Social Interest Groups -Youth

    Being Me Clubs

    Creativity and joy for autistic people in Cheltenham! Being Me clubs are spaces where girls, young women and non-binary people can feel accepted and celebrated for being their authentic selves.  Our neurodivergent facilitators provide optional creative activities in a low pressure, near-affirming environment where participant can just ‘be’ alongside other Autistic people. Our Being Me […]

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  • Cheltenham / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Food and Drink -LGBTQIA+ -Social Interest Groups -Wellbeing

    Blockley Youth Club

    Blockley Junior youth club is an open access youth club for ages 8 – Year 6 from Blockley and surrounding areas. Open on Thursday evenings in term time from 6pm till 7:30pm and some sessions in school holidays. Blockley Senior youth club is an open access youth club for Year 7 and up from Blockley […]

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  • Gloucester / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Festivals and Seasonal -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -LGBTQIA+ -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Robinswood Hill Country Park

    Robinswood Hill is a 100 hectare Country Park on the south east side of Gloucester rising to 198m (651 ft) above sea level. https://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/robinswood-hill – Green flag award site – Countryside walks with extensive views across the Severn Vale, the Forest of Dean and the Cotswolds. – All-terrain mobility scooter hire available – Wildflower meadows, […]

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Literature and Writing

Book clubs and creative writing workshops can be found here.

  • Gloucestershire / Arts and Crafts -Literature and Writing -Performing Arts -Wellbeing

    Arts on Prescription courses

    Artlift’s courses are for adults registered with a GP in Gloucestershire and living with mental health and/or chronic pain challenges, or for those who have been through intensive care. A chance to try a whole range of creative activities with the support of specially trained Artist Facilitators for FREE.  There is a lot of choice […]

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    Artlift 2 years ago
  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Literature and Writing -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    The Lighthouse

    The Lighthouse is a completely new style of day service guiding adults with learning disabilities through development, enablement and enrichment The Lighthouse aims to help adults with learning disabilities discover and achieve their dreams while having fun and enjoying their community. We will help each member of our growing family to embrace and develop their […]

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  • Gloucestershire / Arts and Crafts -Food and Drink -Literature and Writing -Parks and Green Spaces -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Stroke Rehabilitation

    We offer Occupational Therapy treatment to support Stroke Survivors. Your sessions are guided by you however we can support with the following areas:  – Movement rehabilitation – Equipment Recommendations  – Skills of every day living  – Motor Skill Practice – Regaining your independence  We offer these sessions in the comfort of your own home. If […]

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    Huuman 2 years ago

Markets and Shopping

From shopping centres and popular shops to local markets with home-produced food and crafts, you’ll find it all here.

  • Gloucester / Food and Drink -Markets and Shopping -Museums and Galleries -Theatre and Concerts

    Changing Places Toilet at Kings Walk Shopping Centre

    This busy city centre shopping arcade has a fully equipped Changing Places Toilet with adult size changing table, hoist, and shower. The facility is close by to Gloucester Museum and Library, Gloucester Guildhall and the wider shopping area within the city centre. The facility is available to members of the public during the centre’s opening […]

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    Active Impact 2 years ago

Museums and Galleries

Museums that tell us a lot about Gloucestershire’s history, from motoring and war museums to Beatrix Potter and craft & design museums. Also enjoy work done by local artists in our list of galleries.

  • Cirencester / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Museums and Galleries

    New Brewery Arts

    New Brewery Arts is a vibrant craft organisation where creativity takes place every day. We are a welcoming space for our communities to spend time with us and with the handmade. You can visit our craft studios. Our studios are used by professional craftspeople – they hum to the sounds of glass furnaces and jewellers’ […]

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  • Gloucester / Food and Drink -Markets and Shopping -Museums and Galleries -Theatre and Concerts

    Changing Places Toilet at Kings Walk Shopping Centre

    This busy city centre shopping arcade has a fully equipped Changing Places Toilet with adult size changing table, hoist, and shower. The facility is close by to Gloucester Museum and Library, Gloucester Guildhall and the wider shopping area within the city centre. The facility is available to members of the public during the centre’s opening […]

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    Active Impact 2 years ago
  • Cinderford / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Museums and Galleries

    Dean Heritage Centre

    The Dean Heritage Centre has five museum galleries and various outside displays where you can explore the rich and unique heritage of the Forest of Dean; a perfect place to wile away a few hours whatever the weather. Younger visitors can enjoy a trail that tells the Gruffalo story through life-sized wooden sculptures carved by […]

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Online

These events and things to do can all be accessed online.

  • Cheltenham / Arts and Crafts -LGBTQIA+ -Online -Social Interest Groups -Youth

    Being Me Clubs

    Creativity and joy for autistic people in Cheltenham! Being Me clubs are spaces where girls, young women and non-binary people can feel accepted and celebrated for being their authentic selves.  Our neurodivergent facilitators provide optional creative activities in a low pressure, near-affirming environment where participant can just ‘be’ alongside other Autistic people. Our Being Me […]

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  • Tewkesbury / Gardens and Nature -Online -Parks and Green Spaces -Social Interest Groups -Wellbeing

    Volunteer

    Volunteer with Tewkesbury Nature Reserve. There are many different ways you can volunteer. You can help with the physical maintenance of the reserve. Maybe you would like to be involved with citizen science data collection. If you cannot make physical visits to the reserve, why not join the Community Forum and have a say on […]

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  • Stroud / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -LGBTQIA+ -Online -Parks and Green Spaces -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Wellbeing -Youth

    3rd Space – Creative Sustainability

    3rd Space Youth Project  What is 3rd Space? Well it’s not home and it’s not school/college. It’s the 3rd place that you need in your life – a safe, supported space for young people 16-25 to explore their potential in different ways, underpinned by our three core values of Inclusion, Empowerment and Sustainability. Young people can join […]

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Parenting

Parenting

  • Gloucestershire / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Gardens and Nature -Parenting -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing -Youth

    Adventure Playground – FREE – available outside of school hours

    A large multi-activity play area for all abilities and ages – available for all children to enjoy. Available – outside of school hours. Weekends & School Holidays 10am – 5pm No booking required. Free of charge.  

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  • Stonehouse / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Parenting

    Two Can Tiddlers

    A warm welcome awaits you and your child at TwoCan Tiddlers! Come and join TwoCan’s first inclusive play sessions for Tiddlers aged 0-4years Open and welcome to all We will meet during term times on Mondays from 11am-12noon at TwoCan’s home in Eastington (details below). The sessions will be super fun and friendly with free […]

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  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Food and Drink -Parenting -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing -Youth

    Treasure Seekers Hub

    Treasure Seekers Hub, a community venue, emerged in September 2023 with a singular purpose—to offer enhanced services for individuals and families with learning disabilities or additional needs. Stemming from the success of our long-standing Performing Arts and Discos, initially hosted at Kingfisher Church, we envisioned a dedicated space to grow these services and introduce an […]

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Parks and Green Spaces

Enjoy walks and picnics in this amazing range of parks and green spaces across the county.

  • Stonehouse / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Wellbeing

    Tinkley Gate at Woodchester Park

    Come and explore nature with the whole family at Woodchester Park. Whether it’s playing lawn games and discovering the nature  at Tinkley Gate, or exploring the play trail and taking a walk in the park itself, there’s plenty to enjoy. Planning your family visit Baby changing facilities are available in the café at Tinkley Gate […]

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  • Stroud / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -LGBTQIA+ -Online -Parks and Green Spaces -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Wellbeing -Youth

    3rd Space – Creative Sustainability

    3rd Space Youth Project  What is 3rd Space? Well it’s not home and it’s not school/college. It’s the 3rd place that you need in your life – a safe, supported space for young people 16-25 to explore their potential in different ways, underpinned by our three core values of Inclusion, Empowerment and Sustainability. Young people can join […]

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  • Cotswolds / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Food and Drink -Gardens and Nature -Historic buildings -Museums and Galleries -Parks and Green Spaces

    Snowshill Manor and Garden

    You can view our full access statement on our website: Snowshill Manor & Garden | Gloucestershire | National Trust Dogs at Snowshill  We welcome assistance dogs only at Snowshill Manor. Toilets  We have an accesible toilet by visitor reception and by the cafe. By visitor reception we also have a family room which can be […]

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Performing Arts

Are you looking to dance or want to give amateur dramatics a go? Dance, music and drama activities are listed here.

  • Stonehouse / Children's Activities -LGBTQIA+ -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Theatre and Concerts -Youth

    Youth Theatre New Group

    Performing Our youth theatre offers weekly sessions for young people and helps with confidence-building and ensemble work. Alongside the chance to improve theatrical skills, there are also opportunities for individuals to develop their relationships with one another. We encourage our youngsters to work on their social and communication skills to help individuals shine within the […]

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  • Gloucestershire / Children's Activities -Performing Arts

    Inclusive Bubble Birthday Parties

    Sensory Birthday Parties for SEN Children Bubbly Heaven provides an interactive inclusive bubble party for children with special needs birthday’s in Gloucestershire and Bristol. We can offer an indoor or outdoor set up with lots if exciting giant bubble making and sensory foam and magic smoke bubble popping. Wheelchair friendly Inclusive Sensory party Child led […]

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    Bubbly Heaven 2 years ago
  • Cirencester / Children's Activities -Performing Arts -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Sensory Movers – dance class for children with a disability

    At KDance Foundation, we aim to provide everybody with the opportunity to dance, by catering for different ages, abilities and needs. We are passionate about supporting those with additional needs/special educational needs (SEN) who may otherwise shy away from our regular classes. To us everyone is an individual and we know dance brings so much […]

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Play Areas

Information about outdoor play areas for children.

  • Gloucester / Children's Activities -Parenting -Play Areas -Wellbeing -Youth

    Soft Play – 3 Tier with Hoist

    An extensive 3-tier activity suite with overhead hoist designed to stimulate the imagination and encourage exercise through play.  It includes steps, slides, obstacles and hiding places. This is available outside of school hours and during school holidays 10-5pm Available on a Thursday morning term-time. Private hire available – see website https://www.chamwellcentre.org.uk/booking-page  

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  • Gloucestershire / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Gardens and Nature -Historic buildings -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas -Wellbeing

    Wild Winter at Slimbridge

    Winter is a fantastic time to visit Slimbridge with up to 30,000 wild wintering ducks, geese and swans feeding and roosting on the reserve. Look out for star species: Bewick’s swans, white-fronted geese, lapwing, water rail, curlew. Enjoy the following winter activities included in admission:  – Wild Bird Feeds | Daily at 4pm  See flocks […]

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  • Forest of Dean / Farms and Zoos -Parks and Green Spaces -Play Areas

    Have a go on the Activity Park

    The Orchard Trust Stowfield site has it’s own activity park with swings, a roundabout and a floor trampoline. All are wheelchair accessible, there is also a small slide accessible by a shallow steps or a pull up pipe. The park sits on the wheelchair accessible site surrounded by nature and our friendly animals. Pay us […]

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    Orchard trust 2 years ago

Social Interest Groups

This is a great place to find things to do with people who have similar interests. You might even find a new hobby!

Sports and Leisure

A range of sports and leisure activities to get involved in, whether you’re looking for an inclusive club/venue or something that is more suited to your specific requirements.

  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Cinema and Film -Food and Drink -Play Areas -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Youth

    Youth and Social Club

    Start May 10th GBG’s youth and social club will begin to welcome young adults with SEND into a safe space to learn, have fun and socialize in a safe space away from the general public. Activities we offer will cover pretty much anything however quite zones and thing that will be offered weekly will always […]

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  • Gloucestershire / Arts and Crafts -Food and Drink -Literature and Writing -Parks and Green Spaces -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Stroke Rehabilitation

    We offer Occupational Therapy treatment to support Stroke Survivors. Your sessions are guided by you however we can support with the following areas:  – Movement rehabilitation – Equipment Recommendations  – Skills of every day living  – Motor Skill Practice – Regaining your independence  We offer these sessions in the comfort of your own home. If […]

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    Huuman 2 years ago
  • Cheltenham / Children's Activities -Sports and Leisure

    Karate classes – kids

    Karate offers many benefits to children and adults alike.   Classes are split into children and adults classes. Learn traditional karate style Wado Ryu in a friendly, safe environment.  You don’t need to be a strong person to learn karate, it’s about learning how to use body management not strength. You’ll start as a white belt […]

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Theatre and Concerts

Venues around Gloucestershire where you can enjoy live performances including theatre, music and comedy.

  • Gloucester / Theatre and Concerts

    DJ Collective

    Do you want to share the music you love with others and be able to make new friends? Come on down to The Hub, Gloucester on Thursdays from 3.30pm-5.30pm Who is it for? This is a programme designed for DJs with additional needs aged 18 and over, from beginner to intermediate level. What will you […]

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  • Gloucestershire / Children's Activities -Performing Arts -Theatre and Concerts

    Twyning Teens Innovative drama classes for students in Year 7 and above.

    Twyning Teens This session is dedicated to those from Year 7 onwards. We will cover all aspects of drama, including character development, mime, text work, improvisation, audition technique, stage presence, confidence building and much more. Students will learn the art of relaxation in addition to the more energetic drama games which will help to overcome […]

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  • Gloucestershire / Children's Activities -Performing Arts -Theatre and Concerts

    Twyning Rising Stars (Drama classes for Key Stage 2 children)

    Rising Stars Classes A fun and fast paced session which will include a number of warm up exercises and games which will include techniques to combat those inevitable pre performance nerves. Children will learn to work as a team work and build trust. They will develop the confidence to perform individually (if they wish) in […]

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Wellbeing

A selection of activities, groups and sessions to support your health and wellbeing.

  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Food and Drink -Parenting -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing -Youth

    Treasure Seekers Hub

    Treasure Seekers Hub, a community venue, emerged in September 2023 with a singular purpose—to offer enhanced services for individuals and families with learning disabilities or additional needs. Stemming from the success of our long-standing Performing Arts and Discos, initially hosted at Kingfisher Church, we envisioned a dedicated space to grow these services and introduce an […]

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  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Literature and Writing -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    The Lighthouse

    The Lighthouse is a completely new style of day service guiding adults with learning disabilities through development, enablement and enrichment The Lighthouse aims to help adults with learning disabilities discover and achieve their dreams while having fun and enjoying their community. We will help each member of our growing family to embrace and develop their […]

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  • Tewkesbury / Social Interest Groups -Wellbeing

    Tewkesbury Parkinson’s Group

    We offer a social meeting for anyone affected by Parkinson’s, whether an individual, family member or friend. We meet once a month for a chat, refreshments, a speaker or outing/lunch. For more information contact Jane on 0344 225 3694 or jhenderson@parkinsons.org.uk

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Youth

Youth

  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Cinema and Film -Food and Drink -Play Areas -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Youth

    Youth and Social Club

    Start May 10th GBG’s youth and social club will begin to welcome young adults with SEND into a safe space to learn, have fun and socialize in a safe space away from the general public. Activities we offer will cover pretty much anything however quite zones and thing that will be offered weekly will always […]

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  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Food and Drink -Parenting -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing -Youth

    Treasure Seekers Hub

    Treasure Seekers Hub, a community venue, emerged in September 2023 with a singular purpose—to offer enhanced services for individuals and families with learning disabilities or additional needs. Stemming from the success of our long-standing Performing Arts and Discos, initially hosted at Kingfisher Church, we envisioned a dedicated space to grow these services and introduce an […]

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  • Forest of Dean / Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing -Youth

    Super1s Inclusive Cricket in Forest of Dean

    Super1s cricket gives young people with a disability aged 12-25 the chance to play regular cricket while improving confidence and independence. We run weekly sessions at Dene Magna School on a Thursday 4:45pm – 5:45pm. during the summer. Sessions provide young people the chance to compete against their peers, learn new skills whilst giving the opportunity to make friends, […]

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