Folk at The Folk is back in 2023, 12 hours of action packed Folk Music, Morris Dancing and Workshops. Come all ye! We have a day full of music, dance, workshops, talks and sing arounds. On the 16th of September 2023 we are offering you over 25 different song, music and dance acts from around […]
A "Behind the Scenes" Tour of three Tudor houses "If only Walls could Talk". Take a trip back in time guided by the colourful characters who lived and worked in this row of Tudor houses. Immerse yourself in fascinating facts and gory stories while you explore the many rooms with a serving maid, or an […]
Saffy and Jane Springham are pleased to have started running a monthly Storytelling Café at The Folk. The Café is on every first Thursday of the month from 7pm for ages 14+. There will be invited guest storytellers, music and open mic every month. We want to hear all kinds of storytelling – so whether […]
We are bringing the Autumn Faeries to The Folk of Gloucester. Join us for Faery Fun at our Autumn Faery Fayre from 10.30am - 5.00pm, with free entry, on the 7th & 8th of October 2023 We will have a wonderful display of Faery related stalls including artists, plus psychic readers and healing therapies. Enjoy […]
A festival of all things spooky The Halloween Ball is a festival of all things spookaliscious with themed food and drink, vintage cinema, traditional sweet shop, face painting, glitter tattoos and seasonal games such as apple bobbing. There will be a photo area and chill-out board gaming zone not to mention scare and character actors, […]
Come along to our Local Makers Market, Come and meet local makers with their stalls full of fantastic gifts for this time of year. A chance to meet makers and find out the inspirations behind their gifts and the little stories that make them special. With carols and music with a possible dash of a […]
We are bringing the Spring Faeries to The Folk of Gloucester! Join us for Faery Fun at our Spring Faery Fayre 10.30am - 5pm Free Entry on the 23rd & 24th March 2024. We will have a wonderful display of Faery related stalls including artists, plus psychic readers , Talks & Entertainment. Enjoy the magical […]
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 […]
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. […]
