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
MIGRATION, An Exhibition of Printmaking and Glass – Friday 30 October to Saturday 14 November
The forces that compel migration are powerful, complex and far-reaching. The stories that describe migrations – whether of creatures or humans – are intricate, beautiful and often heartbreaking. For this exhibition, fourteen printmakers and glass artists from the Forest of Dean and surrounding areas have created work responding to the theme of ‘migration’. For further details including linked events, please click below.
MIGRATION Exhibition: ECHO Library Project, Talk & Music, Saturday 14 November 7.00-9.00 pm
ECHO Library is a multilingual mobile lending library that has been working in solidarity with people stranded in isolated refugee camps in Greece for the past ten years. Hear about ECHO's work, European asylum policy and the struggles of people trapped in its cogs. Admission free. All welcome. For further details, including booking, please click below.
Funk@The George, Saturday 21 November, 7.00pm
Join resident DJ Ade Simpson and DJ Serpico (aka Kev McGrath) for a night of funky dance-floor dynamite! Snacks and nibbles and relaxed café-bar and social vibe. All welcome!
Make Your own Festive Gift Bag with Ally Goff, Monday 23 November, 1.00 – 3.30 pm
Learn how to make a beautiful reusable gift bag with expert tutor Ally Goff. No special skills needed. All welcome. £15 per head, plus £5 for materials, payable in cash on the day. All welcome.
CLAY HILL POTTERS Autumn/Winter Exhibition – Tuesday 24 to Saturday 28 November, 10.00 am to 4.00 pm daily
Clay Hiil Potters present a stunning array of handmade ceramic ware, from mugs and bowls to decorative wall-hung ceramics. Come to browse, buy and meet the makers – all work is for sale! Admission is free and all are welcome.
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.