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
YOGA with Aileen Wright – Fridays, 9.00 to 10.30am
A welcoming, inclusive class for all ages and all bodies. Come as you are – move, breathe, rest and reconnect.
Price £10 per session. For information or to book a place, contact Aileen at pogologo.sw@googlemail.com or text/call 07765 760123
Alternatively contact Aileen via FB Messenger at Yoga with Aileen or via Instagram at yoga.withaileen.
SOUND BATH MEDITATION – Monday 11 May, 7.00-8.00pm
Let the gentle vibrations produced by sound instruments soothe away your stresses and strains as you experience the unique relaxing calm of a sound bath meditation.
Sessions held monthly in the George Gallery, £10. For further details please click on the event title above.
Beginners’ SPANISH with Annette Waterhouse – Mondays 6.45 to 7.45pm, from 20 April
Have fun learning Spanish in a friendly and informal small group. Four weekly sessions for beginners, starting Monday 20 April, 6.45 to 7.45. Cost £48. Classes will then continue after half term on 1 June and follow the school terms. For full details and booking, contact Annette Waterhouse on 07919 962864, email annette@spanishtuition.co.uk or visit her website at www.spanishtuition.co.uk.
For further details please click on the event title above.
Community Drop-In – Mondays 10.30 to 12.30pm, from 27 April
Struggling with IT? Looking for a way into volunteering, info about local groups and services, career advice, or just a friendly face to share a problem or worry? Bring your questions and someone will be there to chat to in the café on 27 April, 18 May, 22 June and 27 July.
Poetry Night: SHARING THE FOREST with Stewart Carswell and Jane Spray + Open Mic, Saturday 2 May, 7.30pm
Join us for another great poetry night at The George, with guest readings by Stewart Carswell and Jane Spray followed by an Open Mic session when audience members are invited to perform their own work.
Bar and snacks will be available, and there is a lift to the first-floor gallery if you have difficulty using the stairs.This is a Pay As You Feel event and donations are invited to help cover our running costs. Space is limited, so booking is advised.
For full details pleae click on the event title above.
Stay in Touch
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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.