SNOWDROPS AT BATSFORD Batsford Arboretum, Batsford ...

Until March 10th SNOWDROPS AT BATSFORD 01386 701441
Weather-permitting, our snowdrops should be at their absolute peak of floral
gorgeousness in the arboretum right now – a welcome harbinger of warmer

days to come. Wander through drifts of aconites and snowdrops and spoil
yourself with lunch or afternoon tea in the Garden Terrace Café and a spot of

retail therapy – the perfect way to warm up again!
Batsford Arboretum, Batsford, Moreton-in-Marsh, Glos GL56 9AB

www.batsarb.co.uk
10.00am – 5.00pm

4th March CIRENCESTER RECORDED MUSIC SOCIETY
The Cirencester Recorded Music Society invites you to join them for an
illustrated musical presentation. Five Society Members are each giving a

short presentation of their Choice.
The Ashcroft Centre, Ashcroft Road, Cirencester

7.30pm - 9.30pm

5th March NEEDLE FELTING WORKSHOP 01367 700350
Start the New Year with a new skill and learn the art of needle felting. Decorate

a cushion cover using a variety of techniques and fabrics. £25 All materials
provided. Tea, coffee & water included.

Lechlade Craft Barn, Orchard House South, Fairford Road,
Downington, Lechlade, GL7 3DL

www.facebook.com/LechladeCraftBarn
10.00am – 3.00pm

5th March MOSAIC WORKSHOP 01367 252500
Learn the techniques of mosaic making using mosaic tiles, glass, vintage china,
old jewellery & quirky items. Make a decorative mirror creating your unique
design. We have plenty of samples and ideas to inspire you. £40 including tools

and materials. Tea, coffee & water provided. Please bring your own lunch.
Lechlade Craft Barn, Orchard House South, Fairford Road,
Downington, Lechlade, GL7 3DL
www.facebook.com/LechladeCraftBarn
10.00am – 3.00pm

5th March NEEDLE FELTING WORKSHOP 01367 700350
Learn the art of needle felting. Embellish a cushion cover using a variety of 07740 416783
techniques and fabrics, make eye catching brooches or a decorative piece for

your home. £30 - All materials, tea and coffee provided.
Lechlade Craft Barn, Orchard House South, Fairford Road,

Downington, Lechlade, GL7 3DL
www.facebook.com/LechladeCraftBarn

10.00am - 2.30pm

9th March JEWELLERY MAKING FOR BEGINNERS 01367 700350
Make a bracelet, earrings, necklace or maybe all three! This 2 hour workshop 07740 416783
will introduce you to the techniques of creating beautiful bead jewellery. Make

an eye catching set for yourself or a gift.
£25 per person. All tools, materials, tea and coffee included.
Lechlade Craft Barn, Orchard House South, Fairford Road,

Downington, Lechlade, GL7 3DL
www.facebook.com/LechladeCraftBarn

7.00pm - 9.30pm

10th March AFTERNOON TALK ROMAN WOMEN IN CORINIUM 01285 655611
Who were the women that lived in Roman Cirencester? What can the
archaeological evidence reveal about them? Join Curator Amanda Hart for a
lively discussion focussing on the small finds, skeletal evidence and inscriptions

from the Roman town of Corinium.
£6.00pp, £5.00 for season ticket holders Booking Essential
Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BX

www.coriniummuseum.org
2.30pm – 3.30pm

10th - 13th March CHELTENHAM NATIONAL HUNT FESTIVAL 2015 01242 513 014
The roar of the crowd as the tapes rise for the first race of the Festival each
year tells you everything you need to know - 12 months of waiting is over!

Tuesday 10 March:
Champion Day featuring The Stan James Champion Hurdle.

Wednesday 11 March:
Ladies Day sees the Queen Mother Champion Chase take centre stage, as the

best two mile chasers produce a fast and furious contest over the famous
Cheltenham fences.

Thursday 12 March:
St. Patrick's Day featuring the Ladbrokes World Hurdle. Only the brave and the

strong prevail in this three mile contest. There will also be lots of Irish- style
entertainment and the Derby will be raising money for Cancer Research UK.

Friday 13 March:
brings the highlight of the entire Jump season: the Totesport Cheltenham Gold
Cup. This is the race that every owner trainer and jockey dreams of winning and

it takes a very special horse to win more than once.
Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, GL50 4SH

www.cheltenham.thejockeyclub.co.uk

12th March CORINIUM CINEMA - FUNNY FACE U
Audrey Hepburn at her luminous best stars alongside Fred Astaire in the
dazzling big screen adaptation of George Gershwin's musical romp. Corinium

Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BX
www.coriniummuseum.org
7.00pm – 9.30pm

12th March LAMPSHADE MAKING WORKSHOP 01367 700350
Make a lampshade to suit your decor. Choose from our selection of fabrics or 07740 416783
bring your own. £30 per person. All tools, materials, tea and coffee included.

Lechlade Craft Barn, Orchard House South, Fairford Road,
Downington, Lechlade, GL7 3DL

www.facebook.com/LechladeCraftBarn
2.00pm - 4.30pm

15th March SPECIAL MOTHER'S DAY AFTERNOON TEA AT HIDCOTE MANOR GARDEN 01386 438333
Hidcote is organising a very special event to celebrate Mother's Day. Enjoy a
delightful afternoon; starting with a warm welcome to all the Mums, followed
by an informal tour of the garden and finishing with a sumptious, traditional

Afternoon Tea in Winthrop's Cafe. As part of the package, each Mum will
receive a lovely gift from Hidcote to round off this very special day.

Hidcote Manor Garden, Hidcote Bartrim, Chipping Campden, Glos. GL55 6LR
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hidcote
2.00pm – 5.00pm

15th March MATRONALIA - ROMAN MOTHER'S DAY AT CHEDWORTH ROMAN VILLA 01242 890256
Celebrate Mothering Sunday in Roman style. Bring your mum along for a
special visit. Costumed interpreters, chats and demonstrations. Create your

mum a special gift. Craft activities for a small charge.
Chedworth Roman Villa, Yanwoth, Nr. Cheltenham, GL54 3LJ

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chedworth-roman-villa
10.30am – 4.00pm

20th March TALK - OLD FRAMPTON COURT 01451 824161
Old Frampton Court a Commonwealth House, The Rissingtons. Local History
Society - Talk The splendid 18th Century home of the Cliffords who have lived
at Frampton since the 11th Century. Superb panelled interiors and fine period

furniture and china. Home to the exquisite 'Frampton Flora' Victorian
watercolours. The history of this interesting house and contents will be
described by Rose Hewlett, former secretary to the Frampton Court Estate

Village Hall, Little Rissington, Gloucestershire, GL54 2ND
7.00pm – 9.00pm

21st March NORMAL SERVICE WILL BE RESUMED 01993 831196
It's 1962 and things are not looking good. In a top-secret location Skippy
Catford cheerily mops away twenty years' worth of dust and grime from the
BBC's emergency wartime studio. She hums the latest Brenda Lee whilst
daydreaming about Stanton Drew, everybody's favourite velvet-voiced
radio celebrity. When the cold War suddenly heats up Stanton and Skippy
are trapped underground with nothing but a pair of coconut shell and a

swanee whistle to keep themselves amused.
Westcote Village Hall Westcote

21st March – BETWEEN THE LINES EAST EXHIBITION
19th April Between the Lines" is the title of the latest exhibition by East Anglian Stitch

Textiles (E.A.S.T.) The exhibition is based on the groups' response to the
centenary of the First World War. As with all E.A.S.T. exhibitions

Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BX

21st March VINTAGE & CRAFT FAIR GLOUCESTER 07738 115572
We’re back in time for Spring at the stunning Blackfriars Priory in the city
centre. The fair will host over 40 stalls of vintage & handmade fashion &
home-wares. The perfect place to come and find one off & unique pieces in
Gloucester. live entertainment out in the cloister gardens from a range of very
talented vintage-inspired performers including solo artists, swing dancers and

even 'family friendly' burlesque routines. A BBQ will accompany the
entertainment on the lawn.

www.facebook.com/events/752296444849886/
11am-5pm

25th March LECHLADE CARDER 01367 700350
A monthly get-together for card makers and papercrafters. Bring your projects, 07740 416783
share ideas, have a natter! Try out a new technique or get advice on techniques

and designs. Last Wednesday of every month. New to card making?
The 'club box' includes all you need to give it a try. Just £3 - pay on the night.

Lechlade Craft Barn, Orchard House South, Fairford Road,
Downington, Lechlade, GL7 3DL

www.facebook.com/LechladeCraftBarn
7.30pm - 9.30pm

26th March VIRTUAL ROME 01285 655611
Digitally reconstructing the ancient city with Dr Matthew Nicholls of Reading

University has built a huge, detailed digital model of ancient Rome,
reconstructing the city as it appeared around AD315. Booking Essential
Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BX

www.coriniummuseum.org
7.00pm – 8.30pm

27th March QUIZ NIGHT 01285 655646
Come along to our popular quiz evening at the Jubilee 77 Club in aid of the
Friends of Cotswold Volunteers. Tickets are £5.00 per person and includes a
ploughman's supper. Teams must be a maximum of 4 people! To book please
contact Cotswold Volunteers at the Cirencester Local Information Centre.

The Jubilee 77 Social Club Ltd, 10 Ashcroft Road, Cirencester , GL7 1QX
www.cotswoldvolunteers.org
8.00pm – 11.00pm

27th March – INCREDIBLE INSECTS EXHIBITION BY CATH HODSMAN 01285 655611
12th April Cath Hodsman will be exposing the hidden world of insects in this stunning art

exhibition. She celebrates the fascinating anatomy, diversity, colour, shape,
form and importance of insects…..In short, it is designed promote and
disseminate everything about their amazing hidden world.
Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BX
www.coriniummuseum.org
10.00am – 5.00pm

27th March CAMPDEN RURAL CINEMA THE HUNDRED FOOT JOURNEY
Refreshments available. Tickets available from Chipping Campden

Information Centre, or on the door if not sold out.
Upper Town Hall High St, Chipping Campden.
[email protected]
8.00pm – 10.00pm

28th March BURFORD SINGERS SPRING CONCERT 01993 822412
Bob Chilcott: Requiem Haydn: Spring (from The Seasons) Vaughan
Williams: The Lark Ascending Burford Singers with: Cotswold Chamber
Orchestra (leader: Kate Bailey) Laurie Ashworth (soprano) Thomas Elwin
(tenor) Jon Stainsby (bass) Michael Bochmann (violin) Conductor: Bob Chilcott

Church of St John the Baptist Church Green Burford
www.burford-singers.org.uk
7:30pm – 9.30pm

28th March OWL EVENING AT COTSWOLD FALCONRY CENTRE 01386 701043
The evening starts with a guided tour of the Owl woods where you will be able

to ask questions about the owls of the world and see the owls as they start
their evening calls which are aimed at dominating their territories. There will be

a brief discussion by the Owl barn while you warm up with drinks and snacks,
then time to watch a flying demonstration of various owls which will give an
insight into the way owls survive, their special techniques and abilities and just

the pleasure of witnessing these beautiful birds in flight.
Cotswold Falconry Centre, Batsford Park, Moreton-in-Marsh, Glos. GL56 9AB

www.cotswold-falconry.co.uk
6.30pm – 9.30pm

28th March – SPECIAL EVENT - HARE MOSAICS FAMILY TRAIL 01285 655611
12th April Hare/Mosaics Family Trail In partnership with Chedworth Roman Villa.
Throughout the Easter holidays we will be running a special Hare/mosaics
Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BX

www.coriniummuseum.org
10.00am - 5.00pm

28th – 29th March RURAL CINEMA - MR TURNER 01285 655611
This Film explores the last twenty-five years of the great if eccentric British
painter J.M.W. Turner (Timothy Spall). He lives this period of his life with gusto,
and secretly becomes involved with a seaside landlady, while his faithful

housekeeper (Dorothy Atkinson) bears an unrequited love for him.
Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BX

www.coriniummuseum.org
2.00pm – 4.00pm

28th March - HOPPY HARE FAMILY TRAILS 01285 655611
7th April In partnership with Chedworth Roman Villa Throughout the Easter holidays we

will be running special Hare family trails in conjunction with neighbouring
Chedworth Roman Villa and the Cirencester March Hare Festival.

Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BX
www.coriniummuseum.org
10.00am – 5.00pm

28th March BROADWAY ARTS FESTIVAL QUIZ EVENING 01386 852211
Quiz Evening in aid of Broadway Arts Festival. in the Lifford Hall, Broadway.

Tickets £10 to include supper. more information contact Sonia Woolven
LIfford Hall, The Green, Broadway WR12 7AA
www.broadwayartsfestival.com
7.00pm – 10.30pm

29th March - FÉTE DU LIVRE D'ARTISTE AND PAPIER!
13th April An exhibition of unthemed artists books and diverse paper works showing in
the the pop up gallery at New Brewery Arts alongside the Biennial International

des Arts du Fibre et Papier exhibition in the main gallery.
New Brewery Arts Brewery Court, Cirencester
www.newbreweryarts.org.uk

Every Monday BELL RINGING - CALLING ALL CAMPANOLOGISTS! 01451 820759
Bell Ringers, ex-Bell Ringers and Aspirant Bell Ringers - we need you! Would 01451 820395
you like to help preserve a 17th Century tradition? Learn a new skill? Renew
an old hobby? We are expertly and patiently coached/led by Jeremy Meyrick at

St. John the Baptist Church in Great Rissington.
7.30pm – 9.00pm

Every Tuesday SAMBA DRUMMING
Brazillian samba drumming on authentic instruments. All abilities welcome.

New Brewery Arts Theatre, Cricklade Street, Cirencester, GL7 1JH
www.olasamba.co.uk
7.30pm – 9.00pm

Every BREWERY ARTS COMMUNITY CHOIR
Wednesday A vibrant world of music choir singing a variety of styles including
contemporary, folk, gospel, spirituals, traditional and seasonal songs.
New Brewery Arts Theatre, Cricklade Street, Cirencester, GL7 1JH

www.newbreweryarts.org.uk
7.30pm – 9.00pm

Every Saturday IMAGINE THEATRE 07815 761428
Youth Theatre offering creative opportunities in drama with visiting teachers

in specialist areas: dance (contemporary and ballet, tap and street), film,
media, radio and voice, education, piano, improvisation, mime and
clowning, stage combat, animation.
New Brewery Arts Theatre, Cirencester, GL7 1JH
[email protected]
10am - 1pm

Throughout LIVE LAMBING AT ADAM HENSON'S COTSWOLD FARM PARK 01451 850307
March Lambing will be taking place live in the Demonstration Barn from February 14th
all the way through to April 12th. Come and meet the new arrivals and perhaps
even witness a new-born’s very first moments,a memorable experience for all.

Cotswold Farm Park, Guiting Power, Cheltenham GL54 5UG
www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk

Throughout DAFFODIL & EARLY MAGNOLIA MONTH AT BATSFORD 01386 701441
March March is the perfect time to see a host of golden daffodils in all their spring
glory! Wander through swathes of yellow and enjoy the spring sunshine from
beneath the glorious tree canopy. The Arboretum is starting to show signs of
life again after the winter, including the early flowering blowsy magnolias.

Batsford Arboretum, Batsford, Moreton-in-Marsh, Glos GL56 9AB
www.batsarb.co.uk

Every Friday CHIPPING CAMPDEN COUNTRY MARKET 01386 438754
You can purchase Pork Produce, Cakes, Tarts, Savoury Pies, Quiches, Fruit, Veg

and Eggs. There are various crafts for sale as well. If you phone by 6pm the
Tuesday before you can place an order of any size.

Every Friday CIRENCESTER ANTIQUES COLLECTABLES MARKET 01264 393225
Antiques & Collectors’ Market every Friday, one of the best weekly markets of

its kind west of London! More than 40 dealers are on site offering a wide
variety of top-quality antiques and collectables.
The Corn Hall, 26 Market Place, Cirencester
www.cirencester-antiques.co.uk

Every Friday CHELTENHAM RETAIL MARKET
Established by us over 12 years ago, this is a compact community market
located on the Cheltenham shopping centre parade, adjacent to shops in a

major residential area of the town.
www.cotswoldmarkets.com/markets/cheltenham

9.00am – 2.00pm

2nd and last CHELTENHAM FARMERS MARKET
Friday of every An award winning stalls market established by us over 12 years ago. This event

month trades on the second and last friday of each month, and was one of the first
professionally organised local food events in the area.
The market is located along the town’s Promenade.
www.cotswoldmarkets.com/markets/cheltenham
9.00am – 2.00pm

Monday and CIRENCESTER CHARTER MARKET
Friday of each The Cirencester Charter Market is held in the Market Place on It is one of the
oldest charter markets in the country and was mentioned in the Domesday
week.
Book in 1086. The markets are run by Cirencester Town Council, which
continues to actively promote the markets as key economic and tourism

features of our thriving market town.
ww.cirencester.gov.uk/cirencester-markets

9:00am - 3:00pm

2nd and 4th CIRENCESTER FARMERS' MARKET
Saturdays of each Since September 1999, when twenty nervous stallholders manned their pitches
on the edge of the (now vanished) cattle market, Cirencester has been lucky to
month
have a regular farmers' market, Cirencester's Market Place.
www.cirencester.gov.uk/cirencester-markets
8.30am until 1.30 pm

Every Tuesday MORETON-IN-MARSH RETAIL MARKET
A nationally famous and internationally acclaimed traditional town centre
market, situated in main boulevard of the picturesque Cotswold town of
Moreton-in-Marsh – said by many to be most stunning market location in
England. The market itself is a modern event, established by us since 1976 by
virtue of market charter granted in 1629, and benefits from very busy local
trade, as well as being a first choice destination for coach tours and shopping

days out all year round.
http://cotswoldmarkets.com/markets/moreton-in-marsh/

9.00am – 3.00pm

1st Sunday of MORETON-IN-MARSH FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET
every month An innovative monthly food and crafts market, launched in April 2014 on the

ancient town centre market place in Moreton-in-Marsh.
http://cotswoldmarkets.com/markets/moreton-in-marsh/

9.00am – 2.00pm

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