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
FROM NORTH TO SOUTH – Paintings of Landscapes and People by Miranda Richmond, Tuesday 17 to Saturday 21 February, 10.30am to 4.00pm
Miranda Richmond’s work stems from a deeply perceptive connection to the subject, and wherever she travels, she aims to depict the landscape as if she were a part of it. NORTH AND SOUTH comprises landscapes from the North of England and from around her new location in Chepstow. It includes studies of Byland Abbey in North Yorkshire and Tintern Abbey, as well as portraits and figure compositions.
Admission to the exhibition is free, and you are welcome to take the lift to our first-floor gallery if you have difficulty using the stairs.
Please click on the event title above for more details.
JAZZ at THE GEORGE: The Jim Blomfield Trio, Wednesday 18 February, 8.00pm
In the first of our regular Jazz Nights we're delighted to welcome Jim Blomfield, one of the UK’s finest jazz pianists with a repertoire spanning contemporary jazz, Salsa and Latin.
Tickets £12. Bar & snacks. All Welcome.
Please note start time of 8.00pm. For full details including booking please click on the event title above.
The Cracking Creations of MERLIN CROSSINGHAM – Thursday 26 February, 7.30pm
Multi-award-winning animator and director Merlin Crossingham looks back on his career with Aardman Studios, particularly focusing on the making of his latest project, 'Vengeance Most Fowl', which he co-directed with Wallace and Gromit creator Nick Park.
This is a Pay As You Feel Event and donations are welcome. For full details including how to book, please click on the event title above.
Human – Three films by Yann-Arthus Bertrand, plus Exhibition of Portraits, Tuesday 3 to Saturday 21 March
Told through breathtaking aerial cinematography and intimate first-person stories from around the world, Yann Arthus-Bertrand's three-part documentary reveals the joys, struggles, and hopes that unite us all. Challenge yourself to engage with the beauty and high emotion of these films, and explore your own response by taking part in the post-screening group discussions.
These are Pay As You Feel events. For full details and booking please click on the event title above.
FOOD & FILM Night: BRIAN AND CHARLES (PG), Saturday 7 March, 7.00pm
Tuck into tasty home-cooked cottage pie, then sit back and enjoy a screening of the immortal 'Brian and Charles', featuring crackpot inventor Charles and his eponymous robot companion. Tickets £10. Bar available. All welcome. For full details including booking, please 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.