Jazz is a fascinating musical blend of rigorous structure, free wheeling creativity, close knit ensembles and imaginative improvisation. This talk ranges from blues, ragtime and the first recordings by Louis Armstrong

Croissants and Questions

Come and take inspiration from the exhibition to create an image which celebrates a month in the medieval calendar year.

20 minute photo session, need to pre-book

Join us for litter picking at Kingshill Estate and Newmills Ward weather permitting

The Return stars Ralph Fiennes as Odysseus who finally returns to Ithaca after 20 years where he finds his wife Penelope held prisoner by suitors vying to be king and his son facing death at their hands.

Celebrating legendary English author Jane Austen’s 250th birthday and learn how to make an authentic Regency (early 19th century) high tea with with Cotswold Cookery School

Indiana Jones and Dial of Destiny follows a daredevil archaeologist as he races against time to retrieve a legendary artefact that can change the course of history

The Grand Finale follows the Crawley family as they enter in 1930s. When Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace.

Contrary to perceptions built up over the three millennia ancient history is not all about men.

It’s 1943 and twelve year old Anglo-Indian boy Hasan is sent to Calcutta after his family’s life in Coventry is upturned during the Blitz

30-32 Dollar Street, formerly known as Dollar Street House was developed by lawyer Joseph Pitt in 1725 as two splendid private residents.

Join fibre artist Sarah Richards on this day workshop to learn how to needle a medieval marginalia

Presented by Douglas Butler leader of U3a Cirencester Military History Group

Medieval monks used to make beautiful illuminated books called bestiaries, featuring artwork and stories of animals and monsters.

Help design our new community mural! work alongside a proffesional artist.

Join Sue Jones, author of Votes for Women: Cheltenham and Gloucester, on an illustrated walk to some of the key plaes.

A night of comedy. music and poetry for all ages

Part of Cirencester History Festival, Julian richards is exploring life as a teenager at different times in the past. Especially created for 11-16 year olds.

A tour around the town exploring some of the haunted stories, urban legends and ghostly happenings associated with some of the historic buildings in Cirencester

Play Rangers activities take place outdoors in all weathers and are open access.

Potions, magic and spells at the ready.

The finest and most expensive wool came from the Cotswolds, join Thomas for a walk round Cirencester where the hustle and bustle of the medieval town will be brought to life

Starring Liz Robertson and Robert Meadmore, Two of British musical theatre’s most distinguished Stars unite for an unforgettable evening of timeless music.

Join our resident upholsterer and textile maker, Ruth Martin, on this half day workshop.

A sale of Paintings and cards for Christmas, Birthdays and all occasions from a collection of watercolours by Maggie Elder, raising funds for The Brain Tumour Charity

An organ recital with Andrew Parnell of Ely Cathedral.

65 years after its premiere, The Royal Ballet presents Frederick Ashton’s La Fille mal gardée. This affectionate portrayal of village life combines exuberant good humour and brilliantly inventive choreography in what is undoubtedly Ashton’s love letter to the English countryside

Join ceramic artist Rhi Jarman to create your own festive decorations using porcelain paper clay.

Join textiles artist Sue Green on this day workshop to learn how to sew a textile postcard.

Join ceramic artist Rhi Jarman to create your own festive lantern using porcelain paper clay.

Featuring the ballads, the beats, the ginger hair, the loop pedal magic and now a live band! 

A tinderbox of competition and resentments underneath the façade of a picture-perfect couple is ignited when the husband’s professional dreams come crashing down.

An independent-minded young woman discovers that her birth mother is a successful proprietress of a brothel.

With funding from Innovate UK, the consultancy Ricardo is offering free training, tailored to the agri-food sector, on artificial intelligence and machine learning.

The Dazzling Diamonds are returning to Cirencester with their brand-new comedy variety drag show.

Did you miss Oasis' early rough and ready gigs of 94/95? Did you miss the era defining 
concerts at Earls Court, Maine Road, Loch Lomond and Knebworth?

We can try to mend toys, clothes, small electricals, household items and bikes.

This year is the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen, if you want to learn the difference between Cotillions Longways and Boulangeries this talk will explain all.

A talk by Caroline Morris, Collections and Education Manager at the Corinium Museum.

Talk about Stroud Brewery

Starring Oscar nominee Steve Coogan, it follows an Englishman’s personal and political awaking after he adopts a penguin

Carleton Etherington (conductor), Katherine Gregory (soprano), Daniel Marles (tenor) Oliver Barker (bass) and The Bristol Symphony Orchestra

This enchanting ballet by The Royal Ballet’s Founding Choreographer Frederick Ashton is a theatrical experience for all the family and will transport you into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true.

Railway author Mike Fenton, who is currently researching the history of the Stroud Valley railway (Kemble to Stonehouse) will talk about his latest research.

Find your perfect Xmas gift. Ceramics, woodcut prints and woven items.

2 hours of block printing.

Good quality nearly new toys, clothes and baby equipment also available

An organ recital with John Wright from Cheltenham

Stalls, food and music

2 hours of block printing.

In aid of Longfield Hospice. Wiltshire Piano Duo, The Gwalia Singers with Cirencester Male Voice choir, and guest soprano Hannah Hughes

Join us for litter picking at Kingshill Estate and Newmills Ward weather permitting

2 hours of block printing.

Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker has enchanted audiences since its 1984 premiere by the Company. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s most familiar melodies and brought to life by Julia Trevelyan Oman’s exquisite designs, The Nutcracker is sure to be a festive firecracker for all ages.

The Upbeat Beatles are second to none - powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship.
The guys have an easy, happy rapport with any crowd, giving them a reputation to be envied as the best in the business.

A joint meeting with Cirencester Science and Technology society.

Dr Bateman’s recent book traces the history and important role played by local places in the development of the stories of King Arthur

An organ recital with Stephen King from Brentwood Cathedral

Sheila Rowley, Archivist for the Gloucestershire Federation of WIs talks about the early history and foundation of the WI

An organ recital with Pavlos Triantaris from Letchworth Cathedral

Gloucestershire Constabulary is the oldest force and has a rich and varied history.

An organ recital with Johannes Opfermann from Freiburg

AGM Followed by RAF Brize Norton - Over 80 Years of Flying Operations

An organ recital with Barney Silverstone from London

An organ recital with Mark Brafield from Guildford

An organ recital with Charles Wooler concert organist