The SEVERN TREESCAPES Project – An Illustrated Talk by Megan Finn of Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust

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

Megan Finn of Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust unveils an ambitious government-funded scheme to create a 60-mile corridor of woodland across Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
NB Space in our upstairs gallery is limited: if you plan to attend please book online. For full details click on the event title above.

Free

Drawn Together – Tuesday 29 October to Saturday 2 November

Seven artists feature in this unique exhibition of drawings based on meditation. Visit The George Gallery to view their completed framed works and feel free to join the group as they continue to draw, meditate and create new works during the week. The exhibition is open from Tuesday 29 October to Saturday 2 November, daily from 11.00am to 4.30pm. For further details please click on the event title above.

HALLOWEEN SUPPER, Thursday 31 October, 6.30pm for 7.00pm start

The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

For the ultimate Halloween experience, look no further than our spooktastic Halloween Supper at The George. With a deliciously creepy three-course meal, lavishly lurid Halloween decorations and mind-bending close-up table magic from entertainer Carl John, we can promise you a Halloween night to remember. Unbeatable value at £15 per adult and £7.50 for children. All Welcome!
For full details including menu and how to book, click on the event title above.

£7.50 – £15.00

From Brush, Lathe, Lens – Tuesday 12 to Saturday 16 November

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

Three artists each working in different media present a range of work inspired by, and reflecting, the beauty of the natural world.

Hidden Landscapes in the Forest of Dean – An Illustrated talk by Jon Hoyle, Thursday 14 November, 7.30pm

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

From 2004-2011 County Archaeologist Jon Hoyle led a wide-ranging survey which shed a dramatically new light on the archaeology of the Forest of Dean. In this fascinating illustrated talk, he gives an overview of the project, outlining intriguing case studies and pointing to exciting future possibilities for unlocking the Forest’s secret histories. Admission FREE but please book in advance to be sure of a seat. For full details click on the event title above.

Free

Introduction to Sourdough – Two-day Course with Dede Liss

The George Bakery The George, Newnham on Severn, Gloucestershire

Master the art of sourdough breadmaking and discover all the health benefits of this traditional slow-fermented bread. Over the two-day course you will make at least three sourdough loaves to take home with you, and receive personal tuition from expert baker and teacher Dede Liss. Free individual follow-up support will also be available after the course ends.

£100.00

PRESSED AND PULLED: Printmaking from The Yard

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

Pressed and Pulled showcases original hand-made prints from members and tutors of Forest of Dean based print workshop; The Yard Print Studio.
The exhibition comprises work from fourteen printmakers working in a variety of disciplines including; Collagraph, Linocut, Screenprint, Drypoint, Cyanotype, Ecoprint, Lithography and Monoprint.
Exhibiting artists:
Annie Brennan | Angela Greaves | Barrie Dean | Carolyn Black | Danuta Foks | Eileen O’Haire | Esme Cowan | Jess Rayson | Lizzie Godden | Melanie Clarke | Nichola Goff | Niki Kent | Sharon Magill | Sue Bamford

Join us for the private view on Friday 22nd November 6 - 8pm. All welcome!

Keith James SOLID AIR

Newnham Armoury Hall Dean Rd, Newnham on Severn, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Spiriting us back to the early 1970s, Keith James brilliantly recreates the haunting music of singer-songwriters John Martyn and Nick Drake, with songs such as 'May You Never', 'River Man', 'Solid Air', 'Northern Sky', 'Bless the Weather' and 'Fruit Tree'.

Please note that this event will take place at the Armoury Hall, Dean Rd, Newnham GL14 1AB, NOT in our upstairs Gallery at The George as originally advertised.

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Patchwork Christmas Stocking Workshop – Saturday 7 December, 10.30 to 4.00pm

Get Christmassy with this fun workshop hosted by Lies Williams. All materials provided, but experience with a sewing machine essential.

SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT! If you would like to be added to a waiting list, please email info@thegeorgeatnewnham.co.uk, using CHRISTMAS STOCKING WORKSHOP – WAITING LIST as the subject line.

UKULELE CAFE with the fabulous PRIMROSE UKULELES – Saturday 14 December, 12.00pm

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

Grab a coffee and a cake and tap your feet to the irresistible rhythms of the Primrose Ukuleles! Never played a ukulele before? Why not have a go! The tunes are easy to learn and fun to play and with a little help you can be strumming away in minutes! ADMISSION FREE – BEGINNERS/NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! For more details click on the event title above.

When Modern Art Came to Gloucestershire – An Illustrated Talk by Lee Beard, Thursday 19 December, 7.30 pm

The George High St, Newnham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

In a repeat of a talk first given in April this year, art historian Lee Beard explores the impact of a ground-breaking exhibition of contemporary European art held at the Guildhall, Gloucester in May 1938. Admission is free but advance booking recommended. For full details, please click on the event title above.

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An Evening of (Very Old ) Radio with Paul Kerensa, Saturday 1 March 2025, 7.30pm

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

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

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