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.

  • 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 / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Social Interest Groups -Wellbeing

    I Can Gloucester

    We are a charity based in Gloucester that supports children living with heart conditions, one of the projects we do with the children is I Can, we run a wide range of sessions that celebrates their abilities not disabilities. The sessions run on a Saturday from 9:30am-12:00pm for ages 4-11yrs. Visit http://www.heartheroes.co.uk for more information

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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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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.

  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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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.

  • 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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  • Cirencester / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Performing Arts -Theatre and Concerts

    Treasure Hunt

    We have been planning an exciting event for all the family to get involved and build the excitement! Over the October half term, we will be running a Treasure Hunt in honour of Treasure Island which begins the run on the 20th of November. Everyone is welcome to take part! Get your eye patches out […]

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  • 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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Cinema and Film

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

  • 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 / Cinema and Film -Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups -Theatre and Concerts -Wellbeing

    Dramatic Change

    Dramatic Change is an Inclusion Gloucestershire project. We offer a range of creative courses coproduced with and for people who face disabling  barriers. The aim of these courses is to give members the opportunity to self-advocate and have their voices heard on a range of issue-based topics. Current courses include: drama, film-making, forum theatre, creative […]

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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.

  • 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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  • Cheltenham / Arts and Crafts -Children's Activities -Faith and Spirituality -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Evening / Community Groups

    Mondays: Afterschool Kids Cooking Club for school years 3,4 & 5. 3:30 – 4:30pm Space 51 – Youth Club for school years 8 – 11+. 7-8:30 pm Tuesdays: TNT – Youth Club for school years 5-7. 6-7:30 pm Wednesdays: Archery for school years 6-11. 6-7:30 pm Thursdays: SAS (scoot & skate) for school years 6-11. […]

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

    Tai Chi at Hidcote

    Join Swan School of Tai Chi & Chi Gung at Hidcote, for a unique perspective of the gardens with the ancient Chinese practice of Tai Chi. The first Saturday of the month join Swan School of Tai Chi & Chi Gung at Hidcote, for a unique perspective of the gardens with the ancient Chinese practice […]

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Farms and Zoos

Farms, Zoos and other animal experiences.

  • Cheltenham / Farms and Zoos

    Cotswold Farm Park

    My father Joe Henson founded the Cotswold Farm Park in 1971 to help protect some of our rare breeds of farm animal. Together with my business partner Duncan and our enthusiastic team, I am proud to continue in his wellington-booted footprints. We are passionate about all that we do here and are dedicated to delivering […]

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

    Walking with animals

    Visitors to our Stowfield site can take a walk with a goat. Our pygmy goat family is very friendly and they all like to say hello when they see someone approach.  It is possible to walk them around the site or go into their paddock to help look after them too. The whole site is […]

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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 / 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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  • 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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Food and Drink

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

  • Cheltenham / Food and Drink -Social Interest Groups

    Social Group – Guilt Trip, Thursdays 11:00am – 1:00pm.

    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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  • 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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  • 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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Gardens and Nature

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

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

    Drawn to Water: Quentin Blake at WWT

    Reimagine the wonder of wetlands and nature through the eyes of the UK’s best loved illustrator. Collect an illustrated guide full of Quentin Blake’s drawings and journey around our wonderful wetland world this summer. New seasonal trails will be launched later in the year, each with a different illustrated guide to collect and keep. We’ve […]

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  • Cirencester / Gardens and Nature -Parks and Green Spaces -Wellbeing

    Woodland Wellbeing

    Join us in the woods to immerse yourself in nature, slow down, connect and learn. In these gentle and supportive sessions, we focus our attention away from stress and worries and towards the here and now, observing nature’s beauty and learning new, empowering skills. There is no charge for registering for or attending the sessions. […]

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  • 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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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.

  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Historic buildings -Museums and Galleries -Social Interest Groups -Wellbeing

    Visit The Museum of Gloucester…

    Found within the city of Gloucester is an internationally important collection of treasures of over 750,000 objects… The Museum of Gloucester tells the story of the city’s origins as a Roman settlement and its subsequent development through the Dark Ages and Medieval period. This fine Victorian building also has a significant collection of art including paintings […]

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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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  • Cotswolds / Gardens and Nature -Historic buildings -Parks and Green Spaces -Wellbeing

    Discover secret gardens and magnificent vistas at Hidcote

    Hidcote Gardens, National Trust Explore the maze of paved pathways and discover secret gardens, magnificent vistas and plants that burst with colour throughout the gardens at Hidcote. Many of the plants found growing in the garden were collected from Johnston’s many plant hunting trips to far away places. It’s the perfect place if you’re in need of […]

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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 -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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  • 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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  • 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 -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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  • 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 -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 1 year 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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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.

  • 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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  • Gloucester / Arts and Crafts -Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -Historic buildings -Museums and Galleries -Social Interest Groups -Wellbeing

    Visit The Museum of Gloucester…

    Found within the city of Gloucester is an internationally important collection of treasures of over 750,000 objects… The Museum of Gloucester tells the story of the city’s origins as a Roman settlement and its subsequent development through the Dark Ages and Medieval period. This fine Victorian building also has a significant collection of art including paintings […]

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  • 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.

  • 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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  • 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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Parenting

Parenting

  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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Parks and Green Spaces

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

  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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Performing Arts

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

  • Cheltenham / Performing Arts -Theatre and Concerts

    Join a Top Male Voice Choir

    Come along to one of our weekly rehearsals 7.30pm – 9.30pm on Wednesdays. We do not audition new members nor are you expected to be able to read music. Access from Hatherley Road. Parking is available by the Hall. Members pay an annual subscription of £90 after three months. A weekly £2 raffle raises funds […]

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  • Cheltenham / Performing Arts -Social Interest Groups

    Cheltenham Speakers Online Meeting

    Come and join us to improve your communication, public speaking and leadership skills while having some fun! Our twice-monthly Zoom meetings start with a game to get people talking, and then we move to ‘table topics’ …mini off-the-cuff speeches of around a minute. Yes we teach you to make stuff up on the spot – […]

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    African Drumming & Percussion with World Jungle Online

    From 5.30-6.15 pm every Thursday. All levels welcome – if you have not got a drum or any percussion instruments don’t worry, Richard will be helping you find something creative to use in your home such as an upturned waste basket, stool, metal container and wooden spoon etc. https://www.worldjungle.org.uk/online-classes?cid=7996eb9f-de83-4b39-91f2-ef43f07f8973 PASSCODE 2345678 All participants will join […]

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Play Areas

Information about outdoor play areas for children.

  • 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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  • Gloucestershire / Children's Activities -Play Areas

    ‍Charity Café

    ‍Charity Café, open every day to everyone – a community hub. There is a large children’s play area in the cafe free to customers children to enjoy. There are books and games for all.

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  • Cirencester / Performing Arts -Play Areas -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Interdepen-Dance Class for Adults with disabilities

    Cirencester Dance club are so proud of our Interdepen-Dance or I-Dance as we lovingly call it.  We offer dance classes for adults with additional needs and/or disabilities. Our classes are full of fun, creative and imaginative dance.   Seeing the joy and love of this group grow over the last year has been magical. We giggle as […]

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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!

  • 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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  • Cheltenham / Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure

    Karate classes – Adults

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

    Music Works at Home

    Is music your passion? Are you missing the opportunity to get involved in making music during lockdown? The Music Works have some great activities for you to join in with and even have a brand new website! www.musicworksathome.org.uk has been set up to support you with free ways to make music whilst you are at home. This […]

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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.

  • Cheltenham / Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Movement and Balance Exercise

    Every Wednesday at 11:50am we host a movement and balance exercise class in Cheltenham. This class is accessible to everyone who would like to work on improving their balance and movement all round. We put on some fun music, have a laugh and meet new people! £10 a session, pay as you go! 45 Minute […]

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    Huuman 1 year ago
  • Tewkesbury / Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Dance with Parkinson’s classes in Tewkesbury

    Research shows the importance of keeping active while managing the symptoms associated with Parkinson’s. And dancing is fun at the same time!Run by Community Dance Lead Sarah Hartley, our Tewkesbury group runs on Tuesdays (NB apart from school holidays so please keep an eye on our Facebook page for term dates.) Join us and you […]

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  • 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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Theatre and Concerts

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

  • Cheltenham / Food and Drink -Performing Arts -Theatre and Concerts

    The Everyman Theatre

    The Everyman is Gloucestershire’s theatre – and has been serving the county (and beyond) since 1891. Our main auditorium is an architectural masterpiece designed by Frank Matcham that has inspired generations of performers. The common thread throughout the many years has always been our relationship with our audience – a relationship that we treasure. The […]

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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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  • Gloucester / Performing Arts -Theatre and Concerts -Youth

    Plug & Play

    The Music Works in collaboration with BLEEPHAUS present: Plug and Play A new gathering for electronic musicians, programmers and curious minds exploring new and emerging ways to make music and visuals with technology Exploring sound, music, noise and art in a supportive and friendly environment. 6-8pm on the first Tuesday of the month at The […]

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Wellbeing

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

  • Online / Wellbeing

    An Introduction to Mindfulness with World Jungle Online

    Join us on Zoom for our Mindfulness sessions each week from 9.15am – 10.00am on Wednesdays, using a range of techniques including meditation and breathwork to help us connect with ourselves, develop ease and calm and be in the present moment. Beginners always welcome. Join anytime. https://www.worldjungle.org.uk/online-classes?cid=7996eb9f-de83-4b39-91f2-ef43f07f8973 PASSCODE 2345678 All participants will join a waiting […]

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

    Dramatic Change

    Dramatic Change is an Inclusion Gloucestershire project. We offer a range of creative courses coproduced with and for people who face disabling  barriers. The aim of these courses is to give members the opportunity to self-advocate and have their voices heard on a range of issue-based topics. Current courses include: drama, film-making, forum theatre, creative […]

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  • Tewkesbury / Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing

    Dance with Parkinson’s classes in Tewkesbury

    Research shows the importance of keeping active while managing the symptoms associated with Parkinson’s. And dancing is fun at the same time!Run by Community Dance Lead Sarah Hartley, our Tewkesbury group runs on Tuesdays (NB apart from school holidays so please keep an eye on our Facebook page for term dates.) Join us and you […]

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Youth

Youth

  • 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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  • 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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  • Cheltenham / Attractions and Days Out -Children's Activities -LGBTQIA+ -Social Interest Groups -Sports and Leisure -Wellbeing -Youth

    Boulders Cheltenham – Climbing For All

    At Boulders our mission is to help everyone discover climbing and the benefits it brings, from the vibrant climbing community to the positive impact on health and well-being.   What do Boulders provide? Kids clubs & Home Education classes: Our term time bouldering courses are a progressive weekly club teaching movement and climbing skills to […]

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