Grand Christmas Emporium
A perfect opportunity to get started with gifts, cards and supplies for Christmas. At the same time, you will be supporting local trades as well as this beautiful church. Stalls include toys, food, gifts, jewellery and artwork.
Refreshments available all day.
Free park and ride from car park adjacent Rookery Farm to church .
Event runs from 10.00 - 4.00.
Contact : Cathedral of the Forest, Newland
Further information on www.allsaintsnewland.btik.com.
Dates
Saturday 22 November
Christmas Free Tasting Day at Hunter & Todd
Please join us this Saturday from 10.30 - 2.30 for our biggest free tasting day yet and a chance to look at our Christmas ranges. Amongst the free samples you can try and local suppliers you can meet...
Free glass of mulled cider or mulled local wine.
Free sample tasters of our famous Country Butcher Gloucester Old Spot chipolata sausages.
Sample our mince pies available to order.
Sample CacaoTree local handmade chocolate.
Sample our speciality pork and chicken and ham pies plus order your Turkey and Cranberry and Game Pies.
Claire's Kitchen, with locally produced cranberry sauce mincemeat, pickled shallots and limes as well as other great ideas for hampers and presents.
Free samples of our Grange Bakery Stollen, available to order.
Meet Jess from Jess's Ladies organic milk and cream.
Free samples of Black Bomber special Christmas cheeses with ginger, cranberry or whisky. Available as special mini whole waxed cheeses. Try them with free samples of our fantastic Shropshire Fine herb biscuits
Order special Christmas green-waxed Leonard Stanley Cheddar.
Plus in the Wine Shop, meet more local producers and try local drinks for free…
Edward Biggs' Kingstone Brewery Ales.
Cotswold fruit liquers that make fantastic presents.
Alan Oastler's local red and white wines.
Ray Tosh's "Tosher's Tipple" Cider
And even sample Tyrrell's potato vodka!
Even if it's a gloomy day you can warm up with our mulled Christmas drinks!
SEE YOU ON SATURDAY!
Contact : Hunter and Todd
Newnham on Severn
Dates
Saturday 22 November
Poet Paul Henry reading
On Thursday 27th November well known Welsh Poet Paul Henry will be visiting the RedDog Gallery to do an evening of poet reading from his new book 'Ingrids Husband' - tickets available for the evening at the cost of £4.50 - including a glass of wine. Pre booking vital since limited number of tickets.
Contact : Phone 075155 39029 or e-mail sales@reddogabergavenny.com for ticket reservation.
Dates
Thursday 27 November
Reindeer trail for children at Goodrich Castle
While grown ups are busy buying christmas presents with a special 10% discount, or tucking into mince pies, children can have some festive fun seeking out our playful toy reindeer who are hiding around the site.
Contact : Goodrich Castle
01600 890538
www.english-heritage.org.uk/goodrich
Dates
Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 November
Art Exhibition - Niki White
Painter and printmaker Niki White shows a selection of works on paper, examining the natural world under a microscope, using an array of colour, shape and surface texture.
Contact : Dean Heritage Museum
01594 822170
www.deanheritagemuseum.com
Dates
Saturday 25 October to Sunday 4 December
Supper & Quiz night
Acoustic Night with Chris Dunville a host of popular songs by this accomplished singer to accompany your dinner.
Contact : Yew Tree Inn, Cliffords Mesne, Newent, GL18 1JS
01531 820719
Dates
Thursday 4 December
The Royal Road
Leader Pete Ralph.
Time: 10:00 – 12:30pm
The Park Car Park at Tidenham Chase
Distance: 3-4 miles
Journey with Pete Ralph, from the present to the time of King Offa, on a walk that takes in spectacular views of the Wye Valley. The Park is the site of a Heathland Restoration Project, Pete will explain the story so far in terms of flora fauna and forestry.
Contact : AONB 01600 710844. No booking required
Dates
Saturday 6 December
Christmas Market at RedDog Gallery
A Christmas Market with Scandinavian flair - and local stall holders selling their produce.
Swedish mulled wine (glogg) and mince pies - free entrance and ample parking! Event from 10.00 - 4.00.
Contact : RedDog Gallery
www.reddogabergavenny.com
Dates
Saturday 13 December
Christmas Exhibition at Mariana Art
Daily opening 10.30 - 5.00pm (closed Tuesdays). Original Paintings, Prints, Gifts, Cards, Silver Jewellery and Pottery.
Contact : Mariana-Art Gallery, East Street, St. Briavels GL15 6TQ
01594 530484
Dates
Saturday 29 November - Sunday 14 December
Monmouth Christmas Market
Festive Fayre and gifts galore at the Christmas market by the Old Monnow Bridge in Monmouth.
Contact : 01600 775200
Dates
Tuesday 16 - Saturday 20 December
Santa Specials at Dean Forest Railway
Take a steam train ride through the winter forest to Parkend with a reserved seat and a visit from Santa & his helpers. A worthwhile present for the children and a miniature for the adults - plus a hot mince pie. Tickets are cheaper on December 6/7 and there is a £1 per person reduction on all dates if you book online at www.deanforestrailway.co.uk. More details on the website or phone 01594 845840. Advance booking essential.
Contact : Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney
01594 843423 www.deanforestrailway.co.uk
Dates
6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21 & 24 December
Christmas at Perrygrove Railway
Father Christmas comes down the chimney. Start with seasonal refreshments then ride on the steam train to collect magic badges from Jack Frost. Return to a cosy room where children rub their magic badges – now watch their faces as Father Christmas actually comes down the chimney to meet them and give them presents. At Perrygrove Father Christmas comes to see you, not the other way round, so NO QUEUING! £12:00 pre-booked
Contact : Perrygrove Railway on 01594 834991 or visit www.perrygrove.co.uk
Dates
6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 23, 24 December 2008
New Year Mince Pie Specials at Dean Forest Railway
Relax after Christmas with a trip through the winter Forest.
Contact : Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney
01594 843423 www.deanforestrailway.co.uk
Dates
28 December and 1 January
New Years Eve Party at Drybridge House, Monmouth
Live music & disco, grand buffet and bar. 8pm - 2am. Tickets £27.50. All proceeds to Bridges Community Centre.
Contact : To book call 01600 715638.
Dates
Wednesday 31 December
Forest Weddings Exhibition
Featuring photographs of couples marrying in the Forest from Victorian times to the present day, along with a spectacular selection of wedding dresses suspended in the air like ghosts floating above the gallery. Many local people have contributed photographs, artefacts, and stories, making this a true community exhibition, representing Foresters past and present.
Every visitor to the exhibition will be given the opportunity to enter a competition to win dinner for two at the Forest’s Speech House Hotel.
Contact : Dean Heritage Centre
01594 822170
www.deanheritagemuseum.com
Dates
Tuesday 30 September to Wednesday 31 December
Feather Art
Nature paintings on swan feathers by Ian Davie.
Contact : The George Gallery
Newnham-on-Severn
01594 510741
Dates
Friday 28 November - Wednesday 14 January
Bird Cafe
Time: 11.00am – 12.30am and 1.30pm –3.00pm
Leader: Sarah Sawyer and RSPB staff
Flock down to Brockweir Village Shop and take part in the Big Garden Bird Watch. The Big Garden Birdwatch is an annual event run by the RSPB. The data collected by the public gives a snap shot of how the nations garden birds are doing. Any one can take part, staff will be on hand to help identify birds for youngsters and you can make your own bird feeder to take home. A fun family activity.
Contact : Booking essential: For further information contact:
AONB office on 01600 710844
Dates
Saturday 24 or Sunday 25 January
Basket weaving course
Time: 10am – 4pm
Join Judith Hartley to learn the traditional skill of basket weaving. This two day course will cover the basics of willow basket weaving with your own hand crafted basket to take home. The course will take place in a rural village hall and participants will receive tuition in small groups.
Contact : Booking essential: For further information contact:
AONB office on 01600 710844
Dates
Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 February, 2009
Daffodil Valley
Time: 2pm
Leader: Heather Hurley
Location: Hoarwithy, opposite the New Harp Inn
GR 546293
Distance: approx. 3 miles
Join Heather Hurley, local historian, to explore paths from Hoarwithy up to Grandoo’s Coppice to view the daffodils in an almost unknown valley.
Contact : AONB 01600 710844. No booking required.
Dates
Wednesday 25 March
Net a pond monster!
Time: 2.00pm- 4.00pm
Location: Dingestow Area.
Hop along with Sarah Sawyer and discover more about our native amphibian species and other pond life. Nets provided. A popular event for all the family.
Contact : Booking essential:
For further information contact:
AONB office on 01600 710844
Dates
Saturday 18 April |
