• FROM NORTH TO SOUTH – Paintings of Landscapes and People by Miranda Richmond, Tuesday 17 to Saturday 21 February, 10.30am to 4.00pm

    The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    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.
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  • JAZZ at THE GEORGE: The Jim Blomfield Trio, Wednesday 18 February, 8.00pm

    Upstairs at The George The George, Newnham on Severn, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    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.

    £12.00
  • The Cracking Creations of MERLIN CROSSINGHAM – Thursday 26 February, 7.30pm

    The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    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.

    Free
  • Human – Three films by Yann-Arthus Bertrand, plus Exhibition of Portraits, Tuesday 3 to Thursday 19 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 'Brian and Charles', the hilariously entertaining tale of an inventor and his homemade robot companion. Tickets £10. Bar available. All welcome. For full details including booking, please click on the event title above.

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  • Carbon Literacy for Communities – 10, 17 and 24 March, 6.30 to 9.00 pm

    The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Gain the skills and knowledge to drive local climate action and inspire change in your community with this accredited course led by experienced trainer Emma Burlow of Lighthouse Sustainability. Please note: Booking is free but a donation of £40 per person is suggested to cover the cost of printed certificate and light evening meal. For full details click on the event title above.

    Free
  • CONFESSIONS OF A GHOSTWRITER, Talk by Mark McCrum, Thursday 12 March, 7.30pm

    The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Books written by ghostwriters regularly top the bestseller lists, often selling millions of copies around the world. But who ARE these anonymous scribes toiling away in the background? What's it like to be a ghostwriter, and how do you become one? Mark McCrum reveals the truth in this rare and fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of the publishing world.
    This is a Pay As You Feel event – booking recommended. For full details please click on the event title above.

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  • JAZZ AT THE GEORGE: BALANÇA with Cathy Jones, Wednesday 18 March, 8.00pm

    The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Take a trip to Rio with vocalist and percussionist Cathy Jones, Tristram Cox (guitar) and Ben Waghorn (sax and flute). Cathy has long been associated with Brazilian music and especially Bossa Nova, bringing an authentically poised vocal coolness to classics from Joyce and Jobim, street sambas and contemporary Brazilian songs.
    Tickets £12 – all welcome. For full details and booking please click on the event title above.

  • Art Auction for PALESTINE, Saturday 4 April, 5.00pm, with viewing from 10.00am

    The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Join us for drinks, live music and an auction of artwork by leading Forest artists in aid of Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). Many local creatives including Doug Eaton, Mollie Meager, Derek Lamb, Lizzie Godden and Deborah Gane have donated works to the event, which has been organised in response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the West Bank.

    Viewing is from 10.00am and the auction begins at 5.00pm. All are welcome.
    For full details including how to donate works for sale in the auction, please click on the event title above.

  • SEED, The Untold Story – Thursday 9 April, 6.30pm

    The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Few things on Earth are as miraculous and vital as seeds, worshipped and treasured since the dawn of humankind.
    As part of their annual Seed Swap & Shop event, Forest Food Network present the award-winning film about the passionate seed-keepers, farmers and activists who are defending the future of our food. The evening includes a panel discussion, Q&A and tasty veggie meal prepared by the kitchen team at The George.
    Tickets £10 including food. For booking and further info please click on the event title above.

    £10.00
  • Jazz at The George: BATTLESHIP POTEMKIN with Live Jazz Score, Wednesday 15 April, 8.00pm

    The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Jazz meets revolutionary cinema in this rare chance to experience the classic 1925 silent film by Sergei Eisenstein with live improvised music by Lyndon Owen (soundscapes, woodwind) and Ashley John Long (double bass).
    Tickets £12 – all welcome. Drinks and snacks available form the bar. For further information including booking, please click on the event title bove.

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