COURSES FOR ADULTS AT ARTSPACE CINDERFORD VENUE
Come to Artspace to enjoy a group workshop in our fully equipped art studio in Cinderford.
We offer FREE and reduced-price places for eligible learners on a variety of courses and workshops.
Adult courses will take a half-term break between 26th and 30th October.
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BOOKING OPTIONS & COSTS
Note: Bookings will be open from Wednesday 14th October 2026.
Early booking is recommended. Please use the QR code next to each course to book online, or you can call us on 01594 825111 or drop into Artspace on a weekday between 9:30am and 4:30pm. * FREE places can only be booked in person, by phone or in person at Artspace.
*FREE / REDUCED COST COURSES
Please look for the
icon to see if you are eligible for a FREE or reduced cost place. There are limited FREE spaces for Gloucestershire adults (19+ years) that have a moderate / complex disability or learning difficulty
If you are not eligible for a reduced cost place, please see advertised costs.
*Concession tickets are available for learners with disabling barrier or in receipt of means tested benefits.
WEDNESDAYS
Circus and Performing Arts, with Kim Owston and Jo Jarratt
Part 1 – Starts 4th November 2026 (4 weeks)
Part 2 – Starts 20th January 2027 (4 weeks)
8 weeks
10:00am – 12:00pm
(at Artspace Cinderford)
Cost: £50/ *FREE for eligible learners
Join us for 2 fun-filled four-week courses in circus, drama and dance! Learn new skills, build confidence, express yourself and make great memories. You’ll work with others in a supportive, creative environment.
Together, we’ll create a fantastic performance to showcase your talents and inspire the audience.
Painting Club, with Bela Kielt
Starts Wednesday 4th November 2026
6 weeks
1:30pm – 3:30pm
(at Artspace Cinderford)
Cost: £55/ *£40 concessions
Join local artist Bela Kielt for a relaxed, friendly painting group. Explore a range of techniques and materials as you develop your skills and experiment with colour, shape and form. Each session will take inspiration from the season, using landscapes and everyday objects as a starting point.
All levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced painters.
Improvers Ceramics, with Derek Lamb
***FULLY BOOKED***
Starts Wednesday 4th November 2026
5 weeks
6:30pm – 8:30pm
(at Artspace Cinderford)
Cost: £120/ *£80 concessions
This course is for people with some pottery experience who want to develop their skills and explore new creative ideas.
To use a potter’s wheel, you must be able to centre at least 1lb of clay independently.
Hand-builders should be able to roll out clay independently and correctly.
THURSDAYS
3D Textiles, with Lizzie Godden
Starts Thursday 5th November 2026
5 weeks
10:15am – 12:15pm
(at Artspace Cinderford)
Cost: £70/ *£50 concessions
Using textile techniques such as wrapping, knotting, stitching and papermaking, we’ll create 3D pieces like hangings, decorations, bowls and baskets.
Never2Late2Learn
Starts Thursday 5th November 2026
6 weeks
1:30pm – 3:30pm
(at Artspace Cinderford)
Cost: *FREE for eligible learners
In this fun and friendly group, we’ll build confidence in everyday numeracy, reading, writing and talking skills, using fun games, activities and role play.
Learn skills to help you feel more independent. Build confidence using your skills out in the community. Go at your own pace – everyone is welcome. Make friends. Learn new skills. Have fun!
* For Gloucestershire adults aged 19 years or over, who don’t have five GCSEs at grade 4 or above and are on a low income or not in employment.
Making Cord, with Lizzie Godden
Thursday 22nd October / Half-day
10:30am – 1:00pm
(at Artspace Cinderford)
Cost: £25/ *£20 concessions
We will use recycled fabric, newspaper, wool and grasses to make cord, an exciting and very ancient technique.
FRIDAYS
Discover Drama , with Jo Jarratt
Part 1 – Starts 6th November 2026 (4 weeks)
Part 2 – Starts 22nd January 2027 (4 weeks)
8 weeks
10:00am – 12:00pm
(at Artspace Cinderford)
Cost: £50/ *FREE for eligible learners
Have you ever wanted to have a go at acting?
Do you want to develop your confidence?
This course gives adults the opportunity to build confidence and develop their communication and performance skills through improvisation, character work, and vocal and physical exercises. You’ll be encouraged to challenge yourself, have fun and collaborate with others, with the chance to create and perform an original piece of theatre.