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An exquisite Tudor timber-framed building with some beautifully preserved original features. Once the Folk Museum, it is now a community space for exhibitions, events and activities. The building and garden are free to look around and the café serves a delicious selection of homemade lunches, cakes and hot drinks.
On site is also the Ed Shed, containing two modern meeting rooms available to book for competitive prices.
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Events
Friday, 16th October 2026 - Friday, 16th October 2026
Friday, 30th October 2026 - Friday, 30th October 2026
Friday, 13th November 2026 - Friday, 13th November 2026
Friday, 27th November 2026 - Friday, 27th November 2026
Afternoon Tea at The FolkOn selected Fridays, The Folk of Gloucester's cosy café is offering special afternoon teas with a selection of delicious homemade cakes, scones and sandwiches.- more info
Saturday, 17th October 2026 - Saturday, 17th October 2026
Apple Day 2026 at The Folk of GloucesterJoin us for our annual celebration of Gloucestershire's orchards and cider industry!- more info
Friday, 23rd October 2026 - Friday, 23rd October 2026
You Must Be Joking!Severn Playwrights present You Must Be Joking, a comedy show that whisks you straight back to the 1950s.- more info
Saturday, 24th October 2026 - Saturday, 24th October 2026
Gloucester Alternative MarketThis year, The Folk of Gloucester on Westgate Street is delighted to host the city's very own Alternative Market, celebrating individuality and quirks, and platforming nerds, oddities, weirdos, creatives and artisans.- more info
Saturday, 24th October 2026 - Saturday, 24th October 2026
Saturday, 21st November 2026 - Saturday, 21st November 2026
Saturday, 19th December 2026 - Saturday, 19th December 2026
Saturday, 16th January 2027 - Saturday, 16th January 2027
Saturday, 20th February 2027 - Saturday, 20th February 2027
Saturday Morning Clothes Mending CaféOn 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.- more info
Friday, 30th October 2026 - Friday, 30th October 2026
Saturday, 31st October 2026 - Saturday, 31st October 2026
Lady From the Deep by Second Draft TheatreLady From The Deep is an original one-woman play by David James, inspired by the iconic horror stories of Robert W Chambers and H P Lovecraft and performed by Jasmine James, a veteran of the Cheltenham theatre scene.- more info
Saturday, 31st October 2026 - Saturday, 31st October 2026
Children's Crystal and Mindfulness WorkshopA fun learning experience where children can find out about the crystals associated with each Chakra.- more info
Saturday, 31st October 2026 - Saturday, 31st October 2026
Enchanting Aruella's Halloween WorkshopA two-in-one mindfulness workshop suitable for ages 7-15 where children can learn how to protect their energies and honour passed loved ones.- more info
Saturday, 31st October 2026 - Saturday, 31st October 2026
Kid's Halloween CraftsDrop in with the kids to make a witch, ghost or spider from upcycled materials with local artist Ally Goff.- more info
Saturday, 31st October 2026 - Saturday, 31st October 2026
Willow Workshop with RosieJoin local willow weaver Rosie for a delightful two-hour workshop to make your own willow creation at The Folk of Gloucester.- more info
Thursday, 5th November 2026 - Thursday, 5th November 2026
Gloucester Storytelling-CafeJoin us for another evening of wonderous storytelling!- more info
Saturday, 14th November 2026 - Saturday, 14th November 2026
Willow winter wreath making with RosieJoin local willow weaver Rosie Hart for a delightful two-hour workshop making your own winter wreath using natural foliage and sustainable, UK-grown willow.- more info
Friday, 20th November 2026 - Friday, 20th November 2026
Gloucestershire Ghost Hunters at The Folk of GloucesterJoin the team from Gloucester Ghost Walks to explore a building that has witnessed 500 years of change.- more info
Saturday, 21st November 2026 - Saturday, 21st November 2026
Bardic Chair of Gloucester dayGloucester Storytelling Café presents a day-long celebration of storytelling for the whole family!- more info
Saturday, 28th November 2026 - Saturday, 28th November 2026
Christmas Craft Workshop for AdultsLearn to make three high-quality Christmas ornaments to give as gifts or use year after year!- more info
Thursday, 3rd December 2026 - Thursday, 3rd December 2026
Gloucester Storytelling-CafeJoin us for another evening of wonderous storytelling!- more info
Saturday, 5th December 2026 - Saturday, 5th December 2026
Gloucester Krampus RunIn collaboration with Steampunks of Gloucestershire, we've invited Europe's most scary traditional Christmas characters to come and visit The Folk!- more info
Friday, 11th December 2026 - Friday, 11th December 2026
Ghosts & Giggles - Ghost Hunt at The FolkJoin Becki of Ghosts & Giggles and her team for a ghost investigation into our 500-year-old historic buildings on Westgate Street.- more info
Saturday, 12th December 2026 - Saturday, 12th December 2026
Enchanting Aruella's Children's Christmas FayreBe a part of the Christmas enchantment with a free day of magic-themed workshops, stalls and performances!- more info
Saturday, 12th December 2026 - Saturday, 12th December 2026
Saturday, 19th December 2026 - Saturday, 19th December 2026
Meet Santa at The Folk of Gloucester!Santa and his elf will be popping into The Folk of Gloucester to see us this December.- more info
Thursday, 4th February 2027 - Thursday, 4th February 2027
Gloucester Storytelling-CafeJoin us for another magical evening of storytelling at Gloucester Storytelling Café as Anna Walker tells 'The Handless Maiden'.- more info
