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Aug 06 2026

Get Crafty this August!

Gloucester is bursting with hands-on arts and crafts activities this August, from stone carving to bookbinding, and everything in between - which will you try first?

Gloucester Contemporary Artists summer exhibition

3 - 16 Aug, 21 Westgate St

Art poster

A two-week group exhibition of work by members of Gloucester Contemporary Artists

Lines Of Resistance

3 - 28 Aug, The Shirt Factory

Line of resistance

Watch artist Russell Haines complete his monumental painting telling the story of Gloucester's connection with the War in Ukraine through the people who have lived it.

Summer Crafts

4, 6, 11, 13, 18 & 20 Aug, Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

Get creative with our family-friendly craft sessions, designed to keep young minds busy throughout the summer holidays.

Batik Workshop: Llanthony Art Workshop

5 & 7 Aug, Llanthony Secunda Priory

Batik

Batik is an Indonesian art form similar to silk painting.

Relief Carving Workshop: Llanthony Art Workshop

6 & 14 Aug, Llanthony Secunda Priory

A great way to start stone carving if its new to you.

Art in the City

8 Aug, Llanthony Secunda Priory

Join a creative day in Gloucester! 'Plein Air' painting competition.

Mindful Clay Club

8 & 22 Aug, The Ewe Space

Join a free, hands-on experience where you can get creative with Jonathan Walker, an experienced ceramicist.

Walking Gallery

8 Aug, Gloucester

Members of Gloucester Contemporary Artist will parade together through the city centre wearing examples of their work.

Willow Workshop with Rosie

8 & 22 Aug, The Folk of Gloucester

Join local willow weaver Rosie for a delightful two-hour workshop to make your own willow creation at The Folk of Gloucester.

Traditional Stained Glass: Llanthony Art Workshops

9 Aug, Llanthony Secunda Priory

This absorbing one-day workshop will introduce participants to the ancient craft of leaded stained glass.

Bookbinding Workshop

11 Aug, Llanthony Secunda Priory

Magalie, from Brilliant Magpie Bookbinding, will guide you in creating your own hand-decorated notebook.

3D Carving Workshop: Llanthony Art Workshop

12 & 13 Aug, Llanthony Secunda Priory

This workshop adopts an informal approach, accessible to anyone young or old, informal and hands on.

Culture & Company

15 Aug, Gloucester Guildhall

Monthly Arts and Social Club for people over 50. This club is free to attend, however booking is required.

Saturday morning clothes mending cafe

15 Aug, The Folk of Gloucester

On the third Saturday of every month, bring along a pre-loved item of clothing and learn how to restyle, mend and embellish it in this relaxed drop-in group.