The George Community Hub in Newnham on Severn
We are friendly and welcoming community hub in the Forest of Dean in the thriving Severnside village of Newnham on Severn. Following a fundraising campaign, our historic building was secured by the community in 2021. A team of dedicated volunteers worked together to bring The George back to life for the whole community to enjoy.
Welcome to The George
We want everyone in the community to benefit from our social hub which includes a café, a gallery and a second hand shop. We host talks, music events, art exhibitions, workshops and lots of creative activities for all ages. We’re lucky to have a prime spot on the beautiful heritage high street and we enjoy being part of an emerging creative scene in Newnham.
Cafe
We offer a fantastic range of artisan teas and coffees, cold drinks and alcohol. Our talented volunteer bakers provide a delicious selection of cakes for our cafe. We’re passionate about food and sourcing local produce and it’s important to us to be sustainable and affordable where possible.
Our environment
We are a volunteer-led organisation and our vision is to help others learn new skills, build confidence and collaborate in a supportive environment. We’re a family-friendly space and we also welcome well-behaved four-legged friends.
Latest Events
Draw Large – mini-residencies for artists
A FEW SPACES LEFT!! Thanks to generous support from Jackson's Art Supplies, we can provide a sheet of 1.5M square Fabriano paper for 12 artists, providing a unique opportunity for […]
CREATIVE WRITING with JO BOUSFIELD – a six-week course from 22 January to 5 March
Develop your creative writing skills with the help of experienced tutor Jo Bousfield. Sessions will take place on Wednesday mornings, upstairs at The George, 10.30–12.30, January 22, 29, February 5, 19, 26, March 5 (no session on February 12). £60 per person, payable in full at time of booking. Only 10 places available, so book early! Minimum number for course to run: 9. All levels of ability welcome. For more details click on the event title above.
Burns Supper – Saturday 25 January, 7.00pm
Join us at The George for a very special evening of celebration in honour of Scotland’s best-loved bard. For this festive event, we’ll be offering a traditional Burns Night menu of Haggis, neaps and tatties as well as songs, poetry readings and musical performances in our upstairs gallery. We’ll also be running a well-stocked bar and raffling a bottle of top-notch Highland malt whisky – so don’t forget to bring cash to buy raffle tickets on the night!
The Great Baldini’s FAMILY MAGIC SHOW – Saturday 15 February, 3.30 pm at the Armoury Hall, Dean Rd, Newnham 3years+
The Great Baldini is a magical legend. THE FAMILY MAGIC SHOW tells his (and Baldwin the magical dog’s) story with many spectacular illusions, from his first trick to his attempt to perform Houdini’s greatest escape. A joyously silly magical romp for all the family!
Please note that both this event and The Great Baldini's MAGICAL CABARET will be held at The Armoury Hall, Dean Rd, Newnham, NOT The George. For full details click on the event title above.
The Great Baldini’s MAGICAL CABARET – Saturday 15 February, 7.30pm at The Armoury Hall, Dean Rd, Newnham
The Great Baldini brings magic, mystery, entertainment and delight wherever he goes. Combining feats of illusion and sheer showmanship, his Magical Cabaret is a two-act extravaganza that will take your breath away!
Please note that both this event and The Great Baldini's FAMILY MAGIC SHOW will be held at The Armoury Hall, Dean Rd, Newnham, NOT The George. Bar, wine and snacks will be available. For full details click on the event title above.
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Gallery
Our unique gallery is an affordable space which is one of a kind in the Forest of Dean. We want to celebrate emerging and established talent so that our local community can benefit from the diverse array of arts and crafts we are showcasing.
Beyond exhibitions we are a hive of artistic events and gatherings. In order to ensure that exhibiting artists get paid fairly we offer competitive rates and discounts.