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Welcome to the Artspace Cinderford website.

Artspace Cinderford are an arts and education based charity based in the Forest of Dean. Established in 1988, the organisation specialises in offering fully inclusive, accessible creative opportunities for people of any age or ability.

Artspace are based at the New Mercury arts centre, Cinderford and offer a wide range of courses and one off workshops for adults and children, including painting and drawing, animation,  textiles, ceramics, drama, singing and circus skills.

In addition to the in-house programme, the organisation works extensively on an out-reach basis, at festivals, events and in schools, care homes and village venues.

A stack of overlapping “Winter Programme 2026” brochures lies on a wooden surface. The front brochure features the Artspace Cinderford logo and a collage of creative activities, including pottery, art workshops, a group photo, and colorful artwork.


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COURSES FOR ADULTS

Come to Artspace to enjoy an inclusive group workshop for adults in our fully equipped art studio in Cinderford or online. We offer many free and reduced cost places for eligible learners.

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COURSES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE


Artspace are pleased to offer three engaging art courses designed specifically for young people at different stages of their artistic journey. Whether you’re just starting out, exploring new techniques, or even achieve an Arts Award qualification, our courses provide a supportive and fun environment to develop your skills and express your unique creativity.

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CREATIVE HEALTH

Cinderford Artspace are one of the five founding partners of the Gloucestershire Creative Health Consortium. The consortium exists to inspire, nourish and surprise people with creative ways to manage their healthcare. Working together with NHS Gloucestershire, the consortium offers a wide range of creative ‘Arts on Prescription’ projects to individuals of all ages living in Gloucestershire.

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ENGAGE CIRCUS

Engage Circus provides circus and aerial skills for people of all ages and abilities, available at our Cinderford studios as well as through outreach programs.

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FOREST OF DEAN WELLBEING CHOIR


The choir is a friendly, inclusive group which can help build confidence, form friendships, improve teamwork and learn performance skills.

CONTACT US

If you have any queries you can contact us on 01594 825111 or email info@artspacecinderford.org

Many thanks,  Artspace Team.

 

FIND US

Artspace Cinderford, The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, GL14 2NL

 


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Can you help us to connect people through creativity? A small donation to Artspace will not only help us to keep going, but your contribution could make a difference to the well-being of someone who really needs a creative boost at the moment. 

 

Charity number – 1053492

Reg no. – 2580953

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Artspace Cinderford are an arts and education charity offering arts activities for people of all ages & abilities, in-house and out-reach.

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Got a pair of old jeans you no longer wear? Turn them into a stylish, one-of-a-kind bag in our fun workshop at Artspace Cinderford!🗓️ Saturday 14th November🕥 10:30am – 4:30pm📍 Artspace CinderfordCost: £60 (*£45 concessions) — includes all materialsBring your jeans and learn how to craft different styles like tote bags, drawstring bags, crossbody, or handbags. Some sewing experience needed—if you have your own working sewing machine, please bring it along. All other sewing equipment and threads will be provided.Create a unique accessory and give your old jeans a new life! Spaces are limited—book now to secure your place! To book or more information, use the link below, call 01594 825111 or email dan@artspacecinderford.org bookwhen.com/cinderfordartspace/e/ev-sdihp-20261114103000#upcycle #jeansintobag #sewingworkshop #cinderfordarts #diyfashion #ecocraft ...

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Are you ready to elevate your fitness and try something new and exciting? Come and have a go on a variety of aerial equipment from rope climbing to static trapeze. Enjoy a different type of exercise whilst your feet are off the ground and upside down.Adult Aerial, with Rhys Williams (Ages 18+)Fridays - 7:15pm – 8:30pmAt Artspace Cinderford, The New Mercury, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, GL14 2NLCost: £6 per session / *Concessions availableContact circus@artspacecinderford.org for more details#AdultAerial #aerialworkshop #circusskills #fitnessfun #upsidedown #circustraining #ArtspaceCinderford #trysomethingnew #GravityDefying #moveyourbody #climbandfly #creativefitness ...

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🎪✨ Want to discover your inner performer and stay fit while having fun? Join our exciting aerial and circus workshops with Engage Circus at Artspace Cinderford Perfect for all skill levels, our classes help you build strength, boost confidence, and master new tricks in a supportive environment. WEDNESDAYS• Engage Juniors (Ages 6 – 10) / 4:00pm – 5:15pm / £5 per session• Engage Seniors (Ages 11 - 17) / 5:30pm - 6:45pm / £5 per session• Aerial Seniors (Ages 11 - 17) / 7:00pm – 8:15pm / £6 per sessionFRIDAYS• Intermediate Aerial Juniors (Ages 7 - 11) / 4:15pm – 5:30pm / £6 per session• Beginners Aerial Juniors (Ages 7 - 11) / 5:45pm - 7:00pm / £6 per sessionMore information scan the QR code or email circus@artspacecinderford.org or visit the Artspace Cinderford website with the link below 🚀🤸‍♀️ artspacecinderford.org/engagecircus/#aerialworkshops #circusskills #trapeze #aerialhoop #juggling #circusgames ...

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Ever wanted to try circus, drama or dance? 🎪🎭Circus and Performing Arts, with Kim Owston and Jo Jarratt, is a fun-filled course where you can learn new skills, build confidence and express yourself in a supportive, creative environment.📍 Artspace Cinderford 🕙 10:00am–12:00pm📅 Part 1 starts 4 November 2026📅 Part 2 starts 20 January 2027💷 £50 - *FREE for eligible learners*FREE spaces for Gloucestershire adults (19+ years) that have a moderate / complex disability or learning difficultyTo book or for more information, use the link below, call 01594 825111, email info@artspacecinderford.org or drop into our building (Artspace, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, GL14 2NL) during the week from 9:30am - 4:30pmbookwhen.com/cinderfordartspace/e/ev-s9auc-20261104100000#circusandperformingarts #circusskills #dramaworkshop #danceworkshop #performingarts #cinderford #forestofdean #gloucestershire #freecourses ...

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🌟 Never2Late2Learn 🌟It’s never too late to build confidence and learn new skills!Join our *free, fun and friendly 6-week course at Artspace Cinderford to practise everyday reading, writing, numeracy and communication through games, creative activities and role play. Go at your own pace, meet new people and build skills to feel more independent in your community. Everyone is welcome!📅 Starts Thursday 5 November 2026 (Trail session on 5th November available)🕜 1:30–3:30pm📍Artspace, Cinderford 💛 *Free for eligible learners*Free for Gloucestershire adults aged 19+ who don’t have five GCSEs at grade 4 or above and are on a low income or not in employment.Interested? To book or for more information, use the link below, call 01594 825111 or drop into Artspace during the week from 9:30am - 4:30pmbookwhen.com/cinderfordartspace/e/ev-sftjc-20261105133000#never2late2learn #AdultLearning #lifelonglearning #buildconfidence #everydayskills #numeracy #readingandwriting #communityskills #𝖥𝗋𝖾𝖾𝖢𝗈𝗎𝗋𝗌𝖾 #gloucestershire #cinderford ...

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