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
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.
DRAW LARGE EXHIBITION all drawings start with a mark
The Draw Large initiative offered a number of mini-residencies for artists to expand their practice by working on a large-scale drawing, supporting them to create new work during the dark […]
An Evening of (Very Old ) Radio with Paul Kerensa, Saturday 1 March 2025, 7.30pm
Award-winning TV comedy writer Paul Kerensa ('Miranda', 'Not Going Out', 'TFI Friday') presents his delightfully nostalgic one-man celebration of the early days of Auntie Beeb. For full details including how to book, click on the event title above
Gerald Thornton – A Lifetime of Painting, Tuesday 11 to Saturday 22 March, 11.00am to 4.00pm
Approaching his ninety-first birthday, local artist Gerald Thornton has spent a lifetime capturing the textures and colours of the Forest of Dean. This major exhibition is open daily from 11.00am to 4.00pm excluding Sundays and Mondays. Admission is free and all are welcome.
On Thursday 13 March at 7.30pm, Gerald will be talking about his work to Jason Griffiths as part of our regular monthly series of Thursday Talks at The George. This is a 'Pay As You Feel' event, but numbers are limited. For further details including booking please click on the event title above.
Live music from the HUMBUGS – Saturday 29 March, 7.30pm
Blending British and Irish folk with Americana and Country, Forest-based five-piece HUMBUGS present a carefully crafted set of heartfelt and soulful music, including classic songs of the 1970s, covers of contemporary artists and original compositions. Think Paul Simon meets First Aid Kit!
Tickets £5. Bar and snacks available. All welcome. 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.