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.
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!
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Three artists each working in different media present a range of work inspired by, and reflecting, the beauty of the natural world.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Get Christmassy with this fun workshop hosted by Lies Williams. All materials provided, but experience with a sewing machine essential.
STOP PRESS! Due to a cancellation ONE TICKET now available for this workshop. Please email info@thegeorgeatnewnham.co.uk, using CHRISTMAS STOCKING WORKSHOP as the subject line.
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.
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 FREE but advance booking advised. For full details, please click on the event title above.
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
