The Motanka Doll is a charming family amulet that has been decorating Ukrainian homes for more than 5000 years. It symbolises tradition and is believed to provide protection to the home. In this 3 hour workshop you will learn how to make one… and take it home. The class is suitable for all. No sewing […]
Feeling off colour and not sure why? Tired, anxious, stressed? Its National Stress Awareness Month, so why not come down to the Gloucester Mind Body Spirit Show and see if you can find out what's going on with you. The Gloucester Mind Body Spirit Show is bigger and better than ever. The show has been […]
Pysanky are traditional Ukrainian Easter Eggs decorated with wax symbols and dipped in coloured dye. They represent rebirth and resurrection. Ex colour and symbol holds meaning and significance. Traditionally 13 eggs would be made - one for Christ and for each of the disciples. This workshop is suitable for all and all materials are provided. […]
To celebrate the Tudor origins of this unique building in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter in Gloucester the Folk of Gloucester is proud to launch our first Tudor day. On Saturday the 4th of May 2024 from 10am to 4pm, the Folk will go back in time and allow everyone to meet the Tudors. […]
A LEGO fan event dedicated to all things brick! This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO fan. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders selling loose bricks, new LEGO sets, retired LEGO sets, minifigures & accessories plus […]
On Sunday 12th May 2024, The Rotary Club of Gloucester Severn's Dragon Boat Festival returns raising money for Young Gloucestershire and other local charities. The Festival is now a hugely popular event in the Gloucestershire events' calendar that pits teams of 10 paddlers plus a drummer against each other to see who is the fastest. […]
Ahoy me' hearties! Join us for bingo with a twist... Instead of numbers, it’s pirate themed art! Find all twelve, shout ‘Full House’ and be in with a chance of winning! You can pick up a bingo card from any of the participating businesses, the Museum of Gloucester is a great place to start! Follow […]
A Titanic Magic Lantern Show 112 years since its sinking on the 14th-15th April 1912. A show using all original magic lantern plates and vintage cinema Equipment. Pat Furley shares this story having researched and visited The Titanic Museum in Belfast. Come and spend an evening at the Folk with this fantastic storyteller. This emotive […]
To celebrate the Tall Ships returning to Gloucester, the Folk is becoming a haven for Pirates, Buccaneers, Mini pirates, and Music lovers. With a range of activities for all, from Talks about The Titanic and Gloucester’s own Pirate to Music from the Gloucester Shanty Festival. For the three-day weekend, there will be a Steampunk Pirates […]
Join us at the Folk of Gloucester where you can explore making your own pirate-themed costumes. Local artist Ally Goff will be running craft sessions helping you to create pirate hats, bandanas, and eye patches. All materials included and be dressed in style for the Tall Ships festival! To enable total flexibility to enjoy the […]
