What's On and Things To Do Around Lydbrook

Linton, on the outskirts of Ross-on-Wye is an exciting new venue for us. St Mary’s churchyard is home to one of the oldest Yew trees in Britain believed to be well over 1,000 years old!

KATHY PRIDDIS: colourful abstract-realist bird paintings PLUS quirky ceramic hares, such as Hare on Guitar and Hare on Banjo. PLUS Ceramic Buddy Benches with figurines, eg: ’Pigeon Fancier’, ’Star-Gazer’, ’The Big Catch’. PREVIEW Friday 6th July 6.30-8pm

The Community Garden is a three and a half acre site in the centre of Ross. The project works mainly with adults with learning disabilities, mental health illnesses, dementia and those who are long term unemployed. Plants are for sale.

An evening of eclectic acoustic music from critically acclaimed trio Whalebone. The award winning instrumental trio, whose blend of Celtic folk music interwoven with strands of rock, Americana and Eastern European tradition has earned them a following both in the U.K.

Mike Swash is a local photographer who captures the beauty and majesty of nature in his landscapes and intimate aspects of wildlife in his photographs. Made in Ross are delighted that Mike will be exhibiting in the gallery for the month of June.

the 14 artists and craft makers who make up the collective "Made in Ross" are delighted to be participating in the FAR Open Studios event this year.

Book Talk and signing

Country garden, approx 2 acres, surrounded by farmland and old orchards. Lawns and large sweeping mixed herbaceous borders with over 100 roses. Formal kitchen garden and beautiful rose arbour leading to lake and summerhouse with a variety of water lilies and carp. All shared with peacocks and ducks.

Sunday 1st July 2018 Acts on Stage from 1pm Hog Roast, Sunday Lunch & FULL Menu – ALL DAY FREE Weston’s Cider Tasting Sessions Children’s Bouncy castle, Ice Creams

Coleford will be abuzz with music revellers during its summer festival, taking place on Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th July 2018, with live music performances played across four different stages over the weekend in the town centre.

Formal and informal gardens approx 4 acres in woodland setting. Herbaceous borders, hosta collection, mature trees, shrubs and seasonal bedding. Gently sloping lawns. Statuary and found sculpture, local limestone, rockwork and pools. Woodland garden, wild flower meadow and indigenous orchids.

Join us as we take an evening stroll looking for nocturnal wildlife such as the mysterious nightjar, woodcock, owls, wild boar, deer, bats and much more. You never quite know what you are going to bump into on these exciting walks! Don’t forget your insect repellent.

this is an event to invite and encourage residents and visitors to the town to visit the lake amenity area and the Town.

Cider, Sausage and Steam returns again on 2018. A day full of local music, local craft ciders and artisan sausages. This event can be enjoyed by the whole family. Visit our website for more information.

Relax and enjoy a gentle stroll in the reserve where we take in the sights and sounds of the woodland. We’ll be looking for beautiful butterflies and dragonflies gliding through the rides, take notice of the wildflowers and searching out the harder to spot bugs which prefer to hide in damp places.

Peaceful country garden in 2 acres with stunning views of surrounding countryside. High walls provide a backdrop for rambling roses, clematis, and honeysuckles. Organic garden with large variety of perennials, annuals, shrubs and specimen trees with yr-round colour. Vegetable garden, wildlife and formal ponds.

40 acres of Victorian landscaped gardens surrounding magnificent Grade I house (not open), set out by artist Thomas Gambier Parry. Lakes, shrubberies and listed Pulhamite water gardens with grottos and fernery. Exciting ornamental lakes, and woodland areas.

A talk being given to Frampton Village Society by Dame Janet Trotter who will be describing her role of Lord Lieutenant and her life experiences in support of her work.

Bring out the Turner within and create your own watercolour masterpiece with tips and guidance from Kymin volunteer, Lavinia. Experienced water-colourist, Lavinia O’Brien, will be helping visitors to create their own water-colour painting. Suitable for experienced painters and beginners alike.

12 noon - 5pm vintage tractors, bouncy castle, in field below the church yard. Vintage and local wedding gown display and raffle in the church. Car boot sale, tombola, skittles, carousel, home produce and refreshments at the Babington, classic cars from 1pm at the school car park (2:30pm tour).

Bring out the Turner within and create your own watercolour masterpiece with tips and guidance from Kymin volunteer, Lavinia. Experienced water-colourist, Lavinia O’Brien, will be helping visitors to create their own water-colour painting. Suitable for experienced painters and beginners alike.

Ever fancied trying your hand at water colouring' Well now’s your chance. Talented painter Lavinia will help you create your own water colour painting. Whether you are an experienced painter or this is your first time. All materials provided free of charge. Tea and home made cakes available to buy.

Annual Hog Roast on Redbrook Millennium Green, FREE event, Bands/Music - starting 3pm - Hog Roast, Burgers and Hot Dogs, Veggie option by The Green Donkey, Bouncy Castle, Licenced Bar from 1pm, Raffle - All proceeds to go to the upkeep of Redbrook Millennium Green a green open space for everyone to freely

Monthly tango event. Please check website for further information.

In celebration of the centenary of the end of First World War, OCT will be performing three episodes from the popular BBC Tv comedy series, including the iconic last episode ’Goodbyeee’.

To tie in with Monmouth Literary Festival, Ignition Theatre presents a fast-paced, hilarious new adaptation by Derek Webb of the classic H. G.

A fast-paced hilarious new adaptation by Derek Webb from HG Wells’ classic story. The thought of invisibility – and the advantages it could bring to someone – is one which has captured the imagination of millions since the classic HG Wells’ story The Invisible Man was first published.

This exciting production, touring throughout the U.K., is performed by 3 of the finest West End singers accompanied by a live 10-piece band. Between them they recreate Burt Bacharach’s timeless hits.

For our summer concert this year, The Tan House Singers will be transporting you to exotic locations around the globe with our selection of choruses from the world of musical theatre. Our travels will take us via Seville, Carthage, Babylon and Japan, and then across the South Pacific to the new world of America.

Want to learn more about nature and wildlife' Our ’nature talk and tea’ series features interesting talks followed by a traditional afternoon tea. Wednesday 28 March - Roger Mortlock Our next event will be with Roger Mortlock, Chief Executive of the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust.

Our rangers will take you off the normal footpaths to visit some of the sites made famous by BBC Springwatch.

THE CROWN PLAYERS present "BLACKADDER GOES FORTH (PART 2)" A Comedy by Richard Curtis and Ben Elton Directed by Matt Bunce Join George, Baldrick, Capatain Darling, General Melchett and of course the long suffering Edmund Blackadder as they face the perils of the front!

Families from Gloucestershire and beyond will be hot-footing it to Wynstones School on Saturday 23 June 2018 to enjoy a fun-filled day of live music, craft workshops and demos; children’s entertainment, vendor stalls, delicious food and more at the school’s well-known Summer Fair.

Event Cancelled

Since Nature in Art opened its doors to the public in 1988, our unique collection has grown and diversified. This display highlights some of the many wonderful paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures and other items that have been acquired in our first 30 years, an inspiring platform for the three decades to come.

A very special exhibition of 42 uniquely embellished prints by the UK’s best known pencil artist, Gary Hodges. All will be auctioned at a special event on 21st July by BBC TV’s James Lewis. All the proceeds to be shared by 5 strategic animal charities and Nature in Art.

Roll up, roll up!...We are putting together a gorgeous big fat day of circus fun and festivities!... www.happyscircus.co.uk will be pitching their 600 seater tent on Garway common in front of The Garway Moon pub and performing a show from 2pm.

Artist Petr Horacek and Writer Nicola Davies draw and read from their book "A First Book of Animals" bringing to life the animals within. A relaxed, lively event for the young and not so

This beautiful, well situated venue is within easy reach of Malvern, Bromyard, Hereford, Worcester, Ross-on-wye, Cheltenham and Gloucester.

Tintern fete just keeps getting bigger and bigger. With children’s entertainment, live music a bar, food court and 40 stalls, there is something for everyone.

Churchdown Choral Society’s ever-popular Summer Concert this year features medleys of songs from musicals from around the world - including The King and I, South Pacific, Fiddler on the Roof and Mamma Mia!

The award-winning Hereford Gilbert and Sullivan Society embarks on another summer tour, presenting music and song from 125 years of theatre. Don’t miss this wonderful evening of entertainment.

Jive Dance Night with a great atmosphere a great dance floor to dance the night away with top swing and jive music

The Correspondents consist of singer Mr Bruce and producer Chucks. Both growing up in South London, they formed in 2007 and within two years had taken their hi-octane genre-blending dance music from house parties to festival main stages.

The Fairey Band are 16 times British Open Champions, 9 times national Champions and are previous winners of the BBC Best of Brass as well as Granada band of the Year.

Gloucestershire Music presents four days of music featuring more than 600 youth, adult and community musicians Five Valleys Adult Wind Band, Lakeside Concert Band, Colwell Arts Jazz Ensemble

Gloucestershire Youth Jazz Orchestra, Gloucestershire Youth Jazz Academy, Song Lab, and Jazz2Go

Gloucestershire Youth Orchestra