Groups, activities and courses

Join us for GL11's pop-up cafe in Dursley Methodist Church, 10am - 2pm, every fortnight.

Accessible, affordable and inclusive. Everyone is welcome.

Run by GL11 Explorers group as a friendly, safe place to meet for song, laughter and fun, with tea, cake, and activities!

DiversiTea & Cake usually runs first & third Monday each month.

Specific Monday dates to the end of July 2024 are:

April 15th & 29th, May 20th, June 3rd & 17th, July 1st and 15th.

Bringing people from Sharpness together for delicious cake on the second Monday of every month. Everyone welcome.

10:30am - 12:30pm.

Specific dates for 2024 are:

13th May, 10th June, 8th July, 12th August, 9th September, 14th October, 11th November and 9th December.

It’s so easy to get started with macramé! Learn the basic knots and then combine them to create a beautiful piece over the course of six weeks, with expert help and tuition.

Mondays from 6 January to 10 February, 1 - 2:30pm.

£4 per session, with a free crèche (for 0 - 4 year olds).

To book, contact 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk.

Build confidence, find community, write your story. This free six week course for every skill level will be led by Emma Kernahan from Dialect, an organisation dedicated to nurturing rural writers and offering them an opportunity to share their work.

Mondays from 6 January to 10 February, 5-7pm.

Free.

To book, contact 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk.

Enjoy the benefits of being creative in this focussed and soothing art session. All welcome.

Mondays weekly 10am - 12noon, or Thursdays from 9 January to 13 February 5-7pm.

£1 per session.

Call 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk to book.

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, but there are tools that can help. In our six week Meditation and Mindfulness course you'll learn mindfulness exercises and breathing techniques, and gradually be able to practice longer periods of sitting in stillness.

Mondays from 20 January to 3 March (no session 17 February), 6:30-7:30pm.

£25 for six sessions.

To book, contact 01453 548530 or office@gl11.org.uk.

Meet other mums, and take some time for yourself to recharge and explore your motherhood journey.

Wednesdays from 22 January to 5 March (no session 19 February), 1-2:30pm.

£25 for six sessions (free creche for ages 0-4).

Book by contacting 01453 548530 or office@gl11.org.uk.

Grow in confidence, meet new people in the area and get out and about with GL11 Community Buddies. Buddying is a one-to-one friendship between a volunteer and a person who might want a friend. This can be a chat over a cup of tea, a weekly phone call, a walk in the park or whatever else suits you both. We carefully match individuals based on area and mutual interests to create genuine, long-lasting friendships.

To find out more contact Adam on adam@gl11.org.uk or call 01453 548530.

Welcoming group, meeting weekly outside GL11 and going for a beautiful walk, suitable for all.

Mondays 10am – 12noon.

£1 per session.

No need to book.

Learn new skills, work on a project, or share your ideas with others in this chilled, creative group for men.

Mondays 1 - 3pm and Tuesdays 10am - 12noon.

£1 per session.

Contact us to book via office@gl11.org.uk or 01453 548530.

Enjoy art-based activities, whilst making friends and enjoying a cuppa.

Thursdays weekly 1 - 3pm.

£1 per session.

Contact us to book via office@gl11.org.uk or 01453 548530.

Help us look after the garden, learn new skills and make friends all at the same time. No experience needed. Tools provided but please bring appropriate footwear!

Tuesdays weekly 10am - 12noon.

Free.

No need to book.

Knitters and sewing bees unite to swap tips and enjoy a cuppa.

Tuesdays weekly 10am - 12noon.

£1 per session.

No need to book.

Lively, fun and active group for adults with learning difficulties, building friendships and encouraging self-discovery. Includes refreshments.

Tuesdays weekly 10am - 3pm.

£2 per session.

Contact us to join via office@gl11.org.uk or 01453 548530.

Wind down or boost your mindset with gentle, calming seated movement at your pace.

Tuesdays 2 - 3pm.

£2.50 per session.

Contact us to book via office@gl11.org.uk or 01453 548530.

Runs term-time only.

GL11 Community Hub is now offering affordable and enjoyable exercise classes for adults aged 60+ in the GL11 area. Together we'll take part in strength, balance and flexibility exercises before having some social time with tea and coffee.

£2 per session (please contact us if cost is a barrier).

Tuesdays 2 - 4pm (starts 22 October) at The Chantry Centre, Long Street, Dursley, GL11 4JB (accessible by public transport, free long stay car park available on Long Street).

Thursdays 1 -3pm (starts 24 October) at Stinchcombe Village Hall, The Street, Stinchcombe, GL11 6AP (accessible by public transport, free parking available onsite).

To book, please call 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk.

Social activities for over 55s ranging from bingo and games, to quizzes and the occasional day out!

Thursdays weekly 10am - 12noon.

Free.

Limited spaces, call 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk to book.

Book yourself a space at our community lunch table for over 55s and enjoy a two course, freshly cooked, hot lunch with a drink.

Thursdays weekly 12:15 - 1:15pm.

£5.

Call 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk to book.

Our Community Cafe is open for home cooked food Monday to Friday. Sharon and her team of volunteers serve up hot drinks, cakes and lunches.

As part of our weekly Warm Wednesdays, the cafe serves £1 hot food all day between 10am and 4.30pm.

On Thursdays, pre-booking is required for our £5 two course community lunch for the over 55’s. Call us on 01453 548530 to book yourself a space at our community lunch table.