Xpres! is an Arts on Prescription programme developed in collaboration with Gloucestershire NHS ICB, delivered in partnership with Art Shape and The Music Works.

The project supports young people aged 8-18 with a long-term health condition to be confident managing their condition, emotionally resilient, and encourages peer support. Forest of Dean sessions include aerial circus, circus skills, pottery including wheel work and arts and crafts.

Xpres! Forest of Dean Sessions
Venue: Cinderford Artspace, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, GL14 2NL
Time: Saturdays 11am – 2pm
Dates: 10th May, 14th June and 5th July

How to Book
Places are free on a first-come-first-served basis and confirmed upon receipt of an appropriate referral being made by a clinician, social prescriber or school nurse. For all enquiries and to request a referral form please contact Creative Health Project Manager, Grace End at creativehealth@artspacecinderford.org

Click here to download the Summer 2025 programme

“Great service that some of our patients benefit from. Keep the good work  up!” – Clinician, Gloucestershire Hospitals

“Coming to Xpres! has made me realise I’m not the only one and everyone is dealing with their own stuff. It’s a place where you don’t have to think about your condition while doing everything else.” – Participant

“My child was worried and experiences anxiety however I can see this improving throughout the session. Everyone is friendly and this helps.’– Parent