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Activities: Fun and Wellbeing for every age across Gloucestershire
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From free family events to hands-on cookery courses, discover what’s happening near you this August. For a full list of activities, remember to check out the listings by area on the SEND Local Offer or visit Things to Do on the Glosfamilies Directory.
For a full list of activities, remember to check out the listings by area on the SEND Local Offer or visit Things to Do on the Glosfamilies Directory.
Family Hubs Summer Launch – Join the Fun Across Gloucestershire!
This August, Gloucestershire’s Family Hubs are hitting the road with a series of exciting summer events—and you’re invited!
Whether you're in Gloucester, the Forest of Dean, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, Stroud or the Cotswolds, there’s something happening near you. These events are a fantastic opportunity to meet your local Family Hub team, enjoy free activities, and discover the support and services available to families in your area.
What to Expect:
• Interactive activities for children and families
• Freebies and fun for all ages
• A chance to connect with your local Family Hub team
• Information, advice, and guidance tailored to your community
When and Where?
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Gloucester |
· The Lannett (Lighthouse,Linden – 7 August, 10am–2pm · Sebert Street Park & Kaleidoscope (Kingsholm) Centre – 15 August, 10am–2pm · HAF Festival, Kings School – 21 August, 1–3pm |
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Forest of Dean |
· Severnbanks Primary & River Centre – 27 August, 10am–2pm
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Cheltenham |
· Party in the Park, Pittville Park – 6 August, 10am–7pm · Gardners Lane Family Fun Session – 8 August, 11am–2pm |
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Tewkesbury |
· Brockworth Family Fun Session – 7 August, 1–4pm
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Stroud |
· Treetops Centre, Dursley – 13 August, 11am–3pm
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Cotswolds |
· Go Wild HAF, St Michaels Park – 7 August, 2–5:30pm · Impact Centre, Lewis Lane – 28 August, 11am–3pm
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Free cookery courses from Adult Education for young adults (age 19+)
Bake your way to wellbeing
Tuesdays from the 5th to the 26th of August
10.30am - 1.00pm
at Ruspidge Memorial Hall, Ruspidge Road, Cinderford, GL14 3AE
Join the friendly team at Adult Education for a unique, hands-on experience where baking becomes more than just a skill– it’s a way to nourish the soul.
You’ll learn:
• Creative expression
• Therapeutic benefit.
• Better ways of relaxing and wellness tips.
Please contact karen.stiles@gloucestershire.gov.uk for more information or to book a space.
Cook, Chat, Chill and improve your wellbeing
Wednesdays from the 6th of August to the 10th of September
10.30am - 1.00pm or 2.00pm - 4.30pm
At Adult Education in Gloucestershire, 4-6 Commercial Road, Gloucester, GL1 2EA
A 6-week course of fun and interactive sessions where you will learn to cook some easy recipes, have an opportunity to eat what you have cooked and chat with others. Ideal for those wanting to learn how to cook some simple but tasty meals and engage with others to support your overall wellbeing on taste. Cooking techniques that anyone can master.
Please contact karen.stiles@gloucestershire.gov.uk for further information or to book a space.
Eligibility for both courses
To attend for free learners:
• Must be aged over 19 from 31st Aug 2024
• Must have lived in the UK in the last 3 years or have valid residency.
• Must be unemployed or earning below £25,000
Please note learners need to provide evidence of above.
The Big Summer Stroll & Roll: Walk and wheel your way across Gloucestershire this summer
Explore the beauty Gloucestershire has to offer this summer by joining the Great Gloucestershire Stroll & Roll!
Gloucestershire is bursting with beautiful parks, peaceful countryside paths, and vibrant town trails and The Big Summer Stroll & Roll is your invitation to get out there and enjoy it, your way.
Whether you’re walking, wheeling, rolling, or rambling, this inclusive campaign is all about helping people of all ages and abilities discover the joy of being active outdoors. From city streets to rural retreats, we’re shining a spotlight on the best accessible routes across the county – with ideas to make every outing fun, easy, and inspiring.
Over the summer, We Can Move and Active Gloucestershire will be sharing themed guides, route maps, and creative ways to explore. You’ll find SEND family-friendly ideas like geocaching and nature spotting, wellbeing moments like mindful walking, and helpful information on how to get started – from what to wear to how to reach the route.
So whether you’re taking your first gentle stroll or planning a weekend wheel through the countryside, this campaign is for you.
Ready to move your way this summer?
Join The Big Summer Stroll & Roll and rediscover the beauty, freedom and wellbeing that’s waiting just outside your door.
And Active Gloucestershire works with several providers who offer specific courses for young people with SEND. One example is the 'Coaching with Confidence: Supporting Young People with Diabetes' and have there are courses in the coming weeks:
Explore Nature at Tewkesbury Nature Reserve
Join the Nature Guardians team for a series of free, family-friendly wildlife sessions this August. Perfect for children aged 4–12 (with adult supervision), these events offer hands-on learning and outdoor fun.
📍 Location: Tewkesbury Nature Reserve car park, off the A38 opposite Snowdonia Road, Wheatpieces Estate, GL20 5FF
🎟 Free to attend – booking required for each child (ages 4–12). Children aged 0–2 attending with a sibling do not need a ticket but must be closely supervised.
Event Line-up:
Brilliant Beetles
📅 Monday 18th August, 10:00–11:30am
Explore the colourful world of butterflies and their habitats.
🔗 Find out more
Beautiful Butterflies
📅 Tuesday 19 August, 10:00–11:30am
Explore the colourful world of butterflies and their habitats.
🔗 Find out more
Wonderful Wetlands
📅 Wednesday 27 August, 2:00 – 3:30pm
Discover the importance of wetlands and the wildlife they support.
🔗 Find out more
Art in Nature for families
📅 Thursday 28th August, 2:00 – 3:30pm
Discover the importance of wetlands and the wildlife they support.
🔗 Find out more
Over the summer Gloucestershire Parent Carer Forum will be running Stay and Play sessions for families who have children with additional needs and their siblings. They would love you to join them - booking is preferable, so they can accommodate numbers.
Pittville - Cheltenham
- Tuesday, 12th August: Pittville Park, Evesham Road, Cheltenham, GL52 3AA 10am-2pm.
To book: Pittville Park family Stay and Play Tickets, Tue 12 Aug 2025 at 10:00 | Eventbrite
Abbeydale - Gloucester
- Thursday, 28th August: Abbeydale Sports and Community Centre, Glevum Way, Abbeydale, Gloucester, GL4 4BL 11:30am-3:30pm.
To book: Abbeydale Stay and Play Tickets, Thu 28 Aug 2025 at 11:30 | Eventbrite
If you have any questions about any of the sessions, or want to get in touch and you can would like to find out more, you can get in touch with the Gloucestershire Parent Carer Forum with any queries.