There really is something for everyone in the impressive array of festivals and special events which takes place in the Stroud District throughout the year.
This is just a flavour of some of the fantastic events and festivals we hold here in the Stroud District. To find out more about What's On Click on.....
Wotton-under-Edge Festival (23 April - 8 May 2010)
Twenty days of concerts, exhibitions, films, playreading, and folk events to mark the 40th Arts Festival in the town of Wotton. For example there will be St George`s Day celebrations in Market Street on 24 April, art at Newark Park on April 27, an outdoor concert on Wotton Hill on May 2, and a talk by historian Mark Horton about the BBC programme Coast on May 4.
For further details of all the events on offer, visit the Wotton-under-Edge town website calendar (see link below) or phone 01453 842499.
Wotton-under-Edge Festival - Further information
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Nailsworth Festival (22 - 30 May 2010)
The Festival will kick off with the trusted mix of Festival Saturday events and will be followed by an evening of performance poetry - the first Nailsworth Poetry Slam. Throughout Festival week there will be an exciting mix of events, ranging from the Finzi string quartet, a talk from Richard Angwin, one-act plays, the Gasworks Singers from Bristol and, by popular demand, the return of African music fom Kasaï Masaï. Something for everyone!
Nailsworth Festival - Further information
Stroud International Textile Festival (1 - 23 May 2010)
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Leading artists, writers, speakers and scholars take part in the Stroud International Textile Festival. With a reputation for excellence and innovation this Festival has a mixture of exhibitions, events, talks, workshops and debates around the diverse and inspiring subject of textiles - contemporary and traditional.
Stroud International Textiles - Further Information
Site10 - Stroud Valleys Artspace Contemporary Arts Festival (1 - 30 June 2010)
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This site festival presents the work of over 470 artists in 76 sites across the Stroud Valleys during June. The site festival creates a platform for artists and artist collectives to show new work, to initiate new projects, and work collaboratively with other artists.
Stroud Valleys Artspace, the festival host organisation, will open its doors for a programme of exhibitions, open studios, film screenings, talks and performances. Japanese artist, Ryota Sato, is artist in residence for 2010.
Stroud Valleys Visual Arts Festival - Further Information
Stroud Festival of Nature (5 June 2010)
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First launched in 2008, the Stroud festival of Nature brings together a host of organizations, groups and individuals from around Gloucestershire and beyond, to inform and engage the public in all aspects of the environment: landscape, wildlife, eco lifestyles, walking, recreation, tourism, etc. There are activities, competitions, walks, things for sale.
The 2010 Stroud Festival of Nature is being organized in association with BBC Breathing Places. It will be one of their 'Springwatch Wild Days Out'.
North Nibley Music Festival (3 July 2010)
Getting a reputation as one of the best family friendly music festivals in the country (featured in The Sunday Times last year). Top bands from all over the UK, great locally sourced food and drink and lots of fabulous free kids activities. This year bands include Eddie and the Hot Rods, Junkstar, RSVP and Free Peace (nine in total on main festival stage plus acoustic acts in the beer tent).
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Kids under 4 - free
Kids 4-18 years old - £4 in advance/£5 on the gate
Adults - £10 in advance/£14 on the day
North Nibley Music Festival - Further information
Dursley Town Festival (17 July 2010)
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The theme for this year’s Festival is ‘CIRCUS’ ! The Festival is in two parts – a food, arts & crafts market in the town centre in the morning, followed by the annual children’s procession kicking off an afternoon of performances and activities on the Recreation Ground. There will be fun things for children and young people to do all day and this year there will be a HUGE Marquee on the recreation ground hosting a range of fantastic performers and acts – from Gospel Choir, acoustic performances and circus acts. So come rain, shine or snow – we’re covered!
Dursley Town Festival - Further information
Stroud Country Show (17 July 2010)
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Cotswold and Jacob sheep, Gloucester and Dexter cattle and Gloucester Old Spot pigs feature in the rare and traditional breeds livestock show, together with poultry and waterfowl.
Other attractions include the Stroud Horticultural Society show tent with handicrafts; displays of rabbits, cage and aviary birds; demonstrations of Cotswold dry-stone walling, bee-keeping and green wood-turning.
Add to the family day out with kite-making and willow workshops, vintage vehicles, brass bands, children’s rides, trade and charity stalls.
Frocester Beer Festival (27 - 28 August 2010)
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The annual Frocester Beer Festival is run in conjunction with Frocester Cricket Club at the cricket club's ground in the hamlet of Frocester near Stonehouse. The Festival is an all-ticket event taking place every August bank holiday weekend and the 2010 Festival will be the 31st. There is parking and a camp-site (with public amenities, but non reservable pitches), a stage with a complete programme of live music throught-out the festival, hot food, and most importantly, over 100 different cask-conditioned real ales from more than 50 breweries around the UK. There is also a large selection of wines along with some cider and perry. Over the years this event has proven to be a highlight in many people's calender, and has been a very successful way for us to raise further money for charity.
Frocester Beer Festival - Further Information
Berkeley Agricultural Show (30th August 2010)
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A typical Country Show and the highlight of the agricultural year in the Vale of Berkeley. This show, now in its 108th Year, is a great day out for any family wanting to see the beating heart of the countryside - trade stands, show jumping, livestock and a visit by the hounds of the Berkeley Hunt and much much more.
The show is held in the meadow adjacent to Berkeley Castle. Please telephone the organisers on 01453 543335 for further information.
Stroud Festival Fortnight (3 - 19 September 2010)
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More than 80 food, drink and walking events will be on offer during Stroud Festival Fortnight.
The Stroud Food Festival will showcase Stroud’s outstanding range of independent cafes, restaurants, markets, pubs, shops and producers, and will include the launch of the Stroud Vegeburger, the return of the Stroud Pasty, the Craft Brewery Ale Trail, a Lobster evening, and a Chocolate Fondue Fountain!
There are around 40 different walks on offer as part of the Stroud Walking Festival, which aims to highlight the wonderful countryside around Stroud.
There is something for all tastes and abilities. Try a gentle stroll around the Museum in the Park, or a 26-mile marathon to Miserden and back. There are chances to explore pubs, local history, nature and Stroud's famous green credentials.
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Stroud Festival Fortnight - For further information on all the events
PDF Stroud’s Shambles Market Recipe Book
Frampton on Severn Country Fair (12th September 2010)
Five Valleys Walk, Stroud (26 September 2010)
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The Five Valleys Sponsored Walk is a 21 mile circular route split into 10 manageable sections weaving in and out of Gloucestershire’s famous Five Valleys.
The shortest section is less than a mile long, so participation has never been easier! Walk just one section, link several together, or tackle the whole route. You can start and finish at any of the checkpoints.
The walk takes in some of Gloucestershire's most beautiful countryside, weaving in and out of its famous Five Valleys.
Free shuttle buses are laid on, courtesy of Stagecoach, to take you back to your vehicle wherever you decide to finish your walk. Free drinking water, maps to help you navigate the route and lots of encouragement are available at every checkpoint from our friendly marshals.
The Meningitis Trust Website - For further information on how to get involved
Harvest Food Festival, Painswick Rococo Garden (18 - 31 October 2010)
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Whilst we display the harvested produce from the Kitchen Garden with details of their history and use, during the last week of October our Harvest Festival gets into full swing.
Try out recipes, enter competitions, see a display of apples and even get a chance to produce your own juice. The Bothy is turned into an oasis of fruit and vegetables.
For further information, click here - Harvest Festival at Rococo Garden
Charity Craft Fair, Berkeley Castle (27 - 28 November 2010)
Berkeley Castle’s annual Fair is a wonderful opportunity to buy unusual and distinctive gifts, handmade craft items and early Christmas presents. Craftsmen and women from Gloucestershire and Somerset display a wide array of items, many of which are only available from the person who makes them.
10% of the traders’ profits are donated to charity. The Castle’s nominated charity for 2009 is Meningitis UK, and all purchases made during the weekend will attract contributions towards their funds.
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Christmas under the Edge (November)
Wotton Chamber of Trade are proud to host the Christmas under the edge Street Event. Shops stay open late, craft stalls in the street, children's fancy dress competition, Santa's grotto, hot food & drinks, fair rides, local choirs, school choirs and much more!!
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