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june
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BOOK TICKETS HERE This new play by Pammy Michell explores the complex issues that refugees and asylum seekers face in the UK system, through the viewpoints of a
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This new play by Pammy Michell explores the complex issues that refugees and asylum seekers face in the UK system, through the viewpoints of a charity worker and a volunteer. Performed by John Bassett and Jude Emmet, the show offers an insight into the increasing difficulties faced by those seeking refuge in the UK and the frustrations of those trying to help them. The performance will be followed by a short question and answer session.
This show was made in partnership with GARAS (Gloucestershire Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers).
The cafe and bar will be open for the duration of the event serving hot and cold drinks.
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June 21, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
The Folk of Gloucester
28jun12:00 pm1:00 pmDowsing workshopAn introduction to the traditional practice of water divining
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BOOK TICKETS A friendly workshop with Gloucestershire Dowsers providing an introduction to the ancient art of dowsing. Also known as water divining, water witching and sometimes doodlebugging, this
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A friendly workshop with Gloucestershire Dowsers providing an introduction to the ancient art of dowsing. Also known as water divining, water witching and sometimes doodlebugging, this traditional practice aims to locate groundwater using a forked stick or two parallel rods. Come and learn about the rich history of dowsing and try it for yourself on the grounds of our 500-year-old Tudor building.
Tickets are just £5 with proceeds supporting the upkeep of our historic building.
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June 28, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
The Folk of Gloucester
july
10jul7:30 pm9:30 pmFire in the BellyThe life and music of Woody Guthrie
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Book tickets here Fire in the Belly is a tribute to the life and stories of Woodrow ‘Woody’ Wilson Guthrie. Woody Guthrie was the unwitting voice of the depression
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Fire in the Belly is a tribute to the life and stories of Woodrow ‘Woody’ Wilson Guthrie.
Woody Guthrie was the unwitting voice of the depression and dustbowl years, famously saying: “All you can write is what you see”, and a champion for the hard-hit folks who didn’t have a voice. He became an inspiration for many singers such as Bob Dylan, Pete Seeger, Billy Bragg and Bruce Springsteen, and was the father of singer Arlo Guthrie.
Talented performer Dave Plimmer tells the story of the musician and the man, mixing biographical monologue in the voice of Guthrie with his music, celebrating his art and fire-plagued story.
‘It is a testimony to the emotional power of a single performer, creating a living biography as he takes us into the world of Guthrie… creating a sense of the bitter sweet reality of his life. A must-see emotionally fuelled event for lovers of music and stories alike.’ – Nathan Rodney-Jones: Barnstaple Fringe Theatre Festival review
The cafe and bar will be open for the duration of the event.
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July 10, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
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When the Gloucester and Berkeley Canal was built it cut through Gloucester's history, in particular the site of Llanthony Secunda Priory. Over the last 200 years the docks themselves have
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When the Gloucester and Berkeley Canal was built it cut through Gloucester’s history, in particular the site of Llanthony Secunda Priory. Over the last 200 years the docks themselves have changed and each decade has left reminders of the basin, buildings and railways of the docks. This talk with local historian Tony Conder looks at the physical and photographic record of change of the canal and dock.
Tickets: £7
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July 16, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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The Folk of Gloucester
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When the Gloucester and Berkeley Canal was built it cut through Gloucester's history, in particular the site of Llanthony Secunda Priory. Over the last 200 years the docks themselves have
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When the Gloucester and Berkeley Canal was built it cut through Gloucester’s history, in particular the site of Llanthony Secunda Priory. Over the last 200 years the docks themselves have changed and each decade has left reminders of the basin, buildings and railways of the docks. Tony Conder will take you on a walk around the docks highlighting these reminders and the stories behind them.
The tour will start at The Folk of Gloucester on 99-103 Westgate Street and will take around 90 minutes. Tickets: £7
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July 19, 2025 11:00 am - 12:30 pm(GMT+00:00)