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Cultivating creative communities in the Forest of Dean

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West Dean Arts Festival

What a superb day Canopy brought to Bream for the second West Dean Arts Festival at the end of April on a glorious sunny Saturday. The event was filled with laughter, creativity and community spirit from start to finish.

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork26th May 202626th May 2026Posted inUncategorizedTags:art, arts festival, festival, west-dean-artsfestLeave a comment on West Dean Arts Festival

Celebrating Creativity at Picklenash Primary School

There was a warm welcome waiting for Project Leader Katie Sanderson and artist Joanne Callaghan when they recently returned to Picklenash Primary School in Newent.

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork17th Feb 202617th Feb 2026Posted inArt Workshops, festival, ProjectTags:batik banner, community workshops, education, news, school, teachers, teachingLeave a comment on Celebrating Creativity at Picklenash Primary School

A Damp but Delightful Family Creative Walk at Beechenhurst

A Damp but Delightful Family Creative Walk at Beechenhurst

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork10th Feb 202610th Feb 2026Posted inUncategorizedTags:adventure, hiking, nature, photography, travelLeave a comment on A Damp but Delightful Family Creative Walk at Beechenhurst

A Year of Creative Growth in the Forest for Canopy

2025 has been a wonderful year of growth, connection and creativity for Canopy.

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork29th Dec 2025Posted inUncategorizedTags:art, exhibitions, news, painting, poetryLeave a comment on A Year of Creative Growth in the Forest for Canopy

Coleford Shines Bright with Joyful Lantern Parade After November Community Workshops

Coleford Shines Bright with Joyful Lantern Parade After November Community Workshops

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork10th Dec 2025Posted inUncategorizedTags:coleford-christmas-lights-switch-on, coleford-lantern-parade, lantern-parade, newsLeave a comment on Coleford Shines Bright with Joyful Lantern Parade After November Community Workshops

Creative Walk & Print Workshop Roundup

Creative Walk and Print Workshop roundup article

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork14th Nov 202514th Nov 2025Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Creative Walk & Print Workshop Roundup

Call out for Volunteers!

Be Part of the Magic – Volunteer at Newent artsFEST 2025!

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork23rd Aug 202523rd Aug 2025Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Call out for Volunteers!

Bream Flower Show

Our promo stall at Bream Flower festival was buzzing with energy, thanks to our wonderful volunteers!

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork23rd Aug 20252nd Sep 2025Posted inArt Workshops, festival, UncategorizedTags:bream flower festival, flower showLeave a comment on Bream Flower Show

Orchard’s Trust Dementia Awareness Event

multi sensory experience for residents at Orchards Trust during their Dementia Awareness event.

Multi sensory experience for residents at Orchard's Trust during their Dementia Awareness event.

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork24th Jul 202524th Jul 2025Posted inArt WorkshopsTags:Art Workshops, dementia awareness Week, orchards trustLeave a comment on Orchard’s Trust Dementia Awareness Event

Newent Rotary Club Summer Festival

Canopy offered free arts activities at Newent Rotary Club Summer Festival

Posted bycanopycreativenetwork16th Jul 202524th Jul 2025Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Newent Rotary Club Summer Festival

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Canopy Creative Network is a volunteer run not-for-profit community organisation. Membership is free to the network, however donations are very welcome. All funds go towards the activities of Canopy. We provide creative events and opportunities, cultivate creative communities, using creativity to foster connections and enhance wellbeing, and raise the profile of the arts within the Forest of Dean. We are working towards providing an overview of the arts in the Forest of Dean, developing a database of arts organisations and activities within the Forest, as well as gathering data on arts and cultural activities and working with local authorities to better understand the creative needs of the Forest. Donations can be made via the below PayPal Donate button, or in cash at any Canopy event, thank you for your support.

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