Cotswold Herb Centre

Basket Making and Small Willow Sculpture
2026-01-01 08:00 - 2026-01-29 17:00 UTC | Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre, 47 Westgate St, Gloucester, GL1 2NW
A regular class held on Wednesday evenings (7pm) Thursday mornings (10.30am) and Thursday afternoons (2.30pm) each week
Careful guidance from the wonderfully talented Helen. Beginners welcome. Choose your project and attend for as many sessions as required to complete it. Many attendees then go on to the next project, progressing in skill as they go.
Classes cost £12 for two hours, plus £3 for materials.

You are welcome to bring lunch and stay for the morning and afternoon session combined!
Please phone Helen on 07904106024 to check availability.

Elements: Interpreted in Glass
2026-01-07 10:30 - 2026-02-14 16:30 | Prema
Artists working in glass are inherently inspired by the elements, and there are countless ways to interpret this. Whether we’re thinking about the world around us, layering colours to create perspectives on the landscape or weather, or the literal elements that make up everything around us, combining metals to produce reactions in glass. Many of the artists featured here are kiln-workers, whose kilns are heated by elements. Each artist was invited to explore their own interpretation of this theme, which has produced a diverse collection of artworks, each a beautiful extension of its artist’s creative style.
Featuring both local and international talent, the artists hail from the UK, the USA and Canada, brought together for this special exhibition, curated by artist and glass tutor Catherine Dunstan

Snowdrops
2026-01-17 10:00 - 2026-02-28 17:00 | Painswick Rococo Garden, GL6 6TH

Celtic Knot Trivet and Basket Making
2026-01-18 09:30 - 17:00 | Hawkwood College

Wassail for the Chapels
2026-01-18 14:30 - 16:00 | Chapels of Rest, Bisley, GL5 1HU
oin us for a festive celebration with Hugh Barton & Friends singing seasonal songs.

Wassail for the Chapels
Come join us for a festive gathering at the Chapels of Rest in aid of the chapels restoration project. Bring your friends and family for an afternoon filled with seasonal joy and song!
Hugh Barton and Friends sing seasonal songs
Audience carols
Poems and stories
Mince pies, mulled wine and juice
Sunday 18 January 2026, 2:30 – 4:00pm
£10 (£5 concession) children free
In aid of the Chapels restoration project
It’ll be chilly so wrap up warm, bring a blanket and a torch might be advisable for making your way out of the cemetery at the end of the event! This is a standing event, but there will be a few chairs for those that really need them.
Please walk or park on the Bisley Road or on a nearby street. Very limited Blue Badge Parking at the Chapels of Rest – thanks.
Donations and ticket sales will help fund the roof repairs to the chapels.
For more infomation contact Val Kirby – sptrust30vgk@gmail.com

Chepstow Wassail & Mari Lwyd
2026-01-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Chepstow town centre

Eating for Resilience
2026-01-31 09:30 - 17:00 | Hawkwood College

Ladies' walking group
2026-01-31 10:00 - 12:00
About the ‘Women that walk’ walking group, it is for ladies to get together on the last Saturday of every month, to enjoy the beautiful countryside and let off some steam. It’s free to join and you don’t need to book. We can chat, laugh, get fitter, feel better and get free counselling from each other, the good old-fashioned way.
Nothing too far or too strenuous, just energy boosting fresh air and enough pace to get your heart pumping. Take it at your own pace and we all support each other over any challenges during the walk.All you need are some comfy walking shoes/trainers/boots.
There is a café or bar at the event starting and end point for those of you that wish to enjoy a tea or coffee (or cake)
IMPORTANT –You are responsible for your own health & safety on this walk.Please wear suitable clothing and footwear, we never know what the weather will throw at us, it could be wet and muddy.
They have made the decision not to permit dogs, to allow this walk to be calm and trouble free for all participants. Not everyone is a dog lover and not all dogs are keen on other dogs It gives the ladies the chance to walk and talk with nothing else to think about
Walk guidelines, Health & Safety of walk – https://www.greatlifeproject.co.uk/women-that-walk/T&C of Great Life Project https://www.greatlifeproject.co.uk/terms-of-business%20/
Details are put on Facebook @greatlifeprojectyogapilates a week after the previous month’s walk.

Little Avon Brewery Open Day
2026-01-31 12:00 - 22:00 | Little Avon Brewery, Baynham Court Farm, Dursley, w3w//Dwarf.activates.release, United Kingdom

Wassail 2026
2026-01-31 13:00 - 15:30
As the earth begins to come out of its winter slumber come and wake up the apple trees at The Community Farm!

Come and gather around the fire, to toast and bless the orchard trees, and learn traditional Wassail songs with folk singer-songwriter Susanna Waters!
This year we are also being join by the brilliant Dear Wife, the solo project of folk singer and songwriter Louise Essex from Hertfordshire. Her delicate vocals blended with dynamic acoustic guitar will accompany you as you make a fabulous Wassail crown and take part in a whole host of other brilliant natural crafts (or simply sit back and enjoy the atmosphere whilst sipping on your delicious cider!).
We’ll be serving up seasonal soups and gorgeous apple juice from our fields, as well as homemade cakes and hot drinks. Remember to add a raffle ticket or two to your booking (they’ll also be available on the day)…prizes include lunch and breakfast at The Pig, a cookery school voucher from The Pony and a voucher from Valley Arts plus lots more!
All our takings from this event help us nourish community and wildlife through food. Please give generously if you can.
*Please note that this is an outdoor event so if we need to cancel due to the weather, we will notify you by January 29th 2026.

Tree Planting within Regenerative Land Management
2026-02-03 09:30 - 12:30
As awareness increases about the impact of intensive farming on soil quality, flooding, biodiversity and ecosystems, farmers and others who manage large areas of land are turning to regenerative techniques.
This session for farmers and land managers will explore tree-planting within regenerative land management, and will include a tour of Hammonds Farm with Eric Walters of Good Small Farms, who will share learning about the benefits of planting trees. Ruth Powell from Stroud Valleys Project will also give input about how the charity is involved in ‘regen’ tree planting.
Thanks to Western Forest, who are funding the event so it is free to attend for farmers and others who manage large areas of land. Light refreshments are included. There is a back-up date of Friday 6 February in the event of bad weather.

Old Spot Pie and Pint
2026-02-03 18:00 - 21:00 | The Old Spot, 2 Hill Road, Dursley

Mid week mini market
2026-02-04 08:15 - 10:15, 2026-02-11 08:15 - 10:15 | Kingshill House, Kingshill Lane, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4BZ, United Kingdom

Severn Bore - 2 Star
2026-02-04 09:00 - 10:30
📍 9:35am – Minsterworth – Located 4 miles from Gloucester along the A48, this is one of the best places to experience the bore.
📍 9:50am – Stonebench – 3 miles from Gloucester along the B4008. Turn right into Elmore Lane, cross the ship canal, and the River Severn is ahead.

Be aware that this area can become congested, and after the bore passes, the rising river level may flood onto the road. Take caution.

📍 10:10am – Over Bridge – Just 1 mile out of Gloucester along the A40, this spot provides a convenient viewing location to watch the bore’s final approach before it fades due to the weirs near the city.
For more locations to watch the Severn Bore, including hidden gems and alternative vantage points, check out Explore Gloucestershire’s Places to Watch the Severn Bore guide.

Pop up food night
2026-02-05 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Kingshill House, Kingshill Lane, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4BZ, United Kingdom

Home made soup and dessert
2026-02-06 11:00 - 13:30, 2026-02-13 11:00 - 13:30 | Dursley Methodist Church, Castle Street

Wild History Walk
2026-02-06 13:30 - 16:00 | WWT Slimbridge, GL2 7BT

Herb Walk
2026-02-07 10:00 - 11:00
Join our monthly herb walk, they take place on the first Saturday of every month in or around Cam and Dursley.
Our February walk will be at Littlecombe. Meet us at the bridge over the Cam on the corner of Church Road and Everlands at 10am, we’ll walk along the river into town to Dursley Green (bottom of Long Street).
the What3Words location is: ///walked.salutes.score

To learn more about herb walks, take a look at this blog
And you can read the monthly blogs for each herb walk we’ve done on the blog pages at www.CotswoldHerbCentre.uk
The location for the walk changes each month, depending on what’s in season. To know where to meet, check this listing a few days beforehand and we’ll have updated it with the meeting point and/or sign up for the Cotswold Herb Centre newsletter. It is sent out once a month giving the walk details, and other herby news and info. You can sign up here.

Stonehouse Saturday Stalls Indoor Market
2026-02-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Stonehouse Community Centre, GL10 2NS

Snowdrops at Hyde
2026-02-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Horsfall House
Open Gardens in aid of Horsfall House
Hot drinks and plenty of cake at Hyde End
Parking is limited so please carshare or walk via Knapp Lane if you can
The gardens have slopes, uneven surfaces and steps, so please take care.
Waterproof footwear is advised as some lanes don’t drain well

Plant seed oils: Blend your own Cleansing Oil
2026-02-13 14:30 - 16:30 | Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre, 47 Westgate St, Gloucester, GL1 2NW
Learning how to blend your own natural skincare starts with getting to know magical plant seed oils.
In this workshop you’ll get to sample and select the best oils for your skin, and combine them in a nourishing, natural cleansing oil.
The workshop is suited to all skin types.

Mudfest
2026-02-14 09:30 - 2026-02-22 16:30 | WWT Slimbridge, GL2 7BT

Nailsworth Artisan Market
2026-02-14 10:00 - 14:00 | The Mortimer Gardens, 17 Fountain Street, Nailsworth, GL6 0BL

Mortimer Room Market
2026-02-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Mortimer Room, Nailsworth Civic Centre, Nailsworth, GL6 0DU

Make a Hedgerow Basket
2026-02-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Victoria Works Studios, London Road, Chalford, Gloucestershire, GL6 8HN, United Kingdom
The landscape can appear a little bleak in early spring after all the glorious colours of Autumn and Christmas, but look a little closer and you will see many shades of colour and texture in the Hedgerows. From the bright red of dogwood , the silver grey of snowberry, and olive green of ash, to the vibrant colours of this season’s willows. We will use them all to celebrate the short season of Hedgerow Basketmaking. Join willow artist and tutor, Helen Lomberg, in a creative day working with willow to make a stunning Hedgerow based basket using locally grown materials. Working in a small group and with lots of support from Helen, you will learn traditional basket making techniques and weave a colourful and unique basket. You could make a colourful fruit basket, platter or tray or even a small basket with a simple handle.
All materials are provided, but if you’d like to bring your own secateurs you are most welcome. Please wear old clothes as it can get a bit mucky!

Plant seed oils: Blend your own Cleanser
2026-02-14 10:30 - 12:30 | Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre, 47 Westgate St, Gloucester, GL1 2NW
A little bit of Valentines love and care for the most important person in your life, you!
Come along for a few hours of practical pampering, learn how to take care of yourself with natural plant seed oils.
Learning how to blend your own natural skincare starts with getting to know magical plant seed oils.
In this workshop you’ll get to sample and select the best oils for your skin, and combine them in a nourishing, natural cleansing oil.
The workshop is suited to all skin types.

Archaeology walk of the Heavens
2026-02-14 11:00 - 15:00
