Gloucestershire Events and Festivals Calendar 2008

January 2008

January 2008 - January 2009 - Every Wednesday - Ladies Morning & Ski Coaching Evening
Ski and Snowboard Centre
Ramada Hotel and Resort Gloucester, Matson Lane, Robinswood Hill, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
GL4 6EA
Tel: 08702 400375
Fax: 01452 524547

Friendly 2 hour session for ladies who want to improve their skiing techniques. The session includes a break for tea and coffee and biscuits. Minimum recreational standards apply.
Every Wednesday at 10.00am to 12 noon.  
Skiers who want to improve their techniques will hugely benefit from this group coaching session and receive some individual tuition. Minimum recreational standards apply.
Every Wednesday from 7.00pm to 10.00pm.
For more information please call 01452 874842. 

January 2008 - January 2009 - Every Thursday - Pre-school Tubing Sessions
Ski and Snowboard Centre
Ramada Hotel and Resort Gloucester, Matson Lane, Robinswood Hill, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
GL4 6EA
Tel: 08702 400375
Fax: 01452 524547

Enjoy a supervised downhill tubing ride in our rubber rings with your toddler. Only £5.50 for the both of you. Great fun in a safe environment! Parents must stay with children at all times. Please bring gloves and wear comfortable trousers and long sleeves. For more info or to book call 01452 874842.
Every Thursday at 10.30am until 11.30am.

January 2008 - July 2008 - Cherry and White Open Air Market
Kings Square, Kings Walk, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1RY

Come along to the Cherry and White market within Kings Square. Over 40 regular stalls including display sites from fashion, food, household goods, plants and many more.
Every Friday and Saturday from 8.30am to 4.00pm for the Public &and 7.00am to 4.00pm for Traders.

January 2008 - December 2008 Street Dance Classes
Linda Virgos Studios, Naas Lane, Quedgeley, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 4SD

Learn the basics of Street Dance, including some wicked moves. You will be able to learn hip hop, street dance, locking & popping.
Every Monday. Beginners 6.15pm - 7.15pm, Intermediates 7.45pm - 8.45pm

January 2008 - June 2008 - Gloucestershire 1000

University of Gloucestershire, P O Box 220, Pittville Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. GL50 2QF
Tel: 01242 532000

This year marks the 1000th birthday of the County of Gloucestershire and an extensive programme of events is being devised to mark the occasion. Dedicated to encouraging events and activities to promote the history, geography, culture and achievements of Gloucestershire's sons and daughters. Runs until Spring 2008.

January 2008 - 19th February 2008 - Musiclab - The Guildhall Open Stage

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire.GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

Musiclab is a monthly Open Stage open to all. Fumblingly amateur or famously accomplished, it's about being creative, performing, sharing ideas and encouraging. We'll provide the PA and the audience, just bring your ideas and inspiration. FREE ENTRY. Tuesdays 15th January and 19th February at 8.00pm.

February 2008

1st February 2008 - 23rd February 2008 - From Tales of Gloucester Series - Photographs by Andy Moxon Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

Moxon reveals a work in progress, environmental portraits of Gloucester individuals whose lives he is currently shadowing and documenting. The project will take another two years to complete, but these striking images already speak volumes

7th February 2008 -  Off Centre

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

This all-new comedy sketch show features award-winning Gloucestershire performers backed by a team of award-winning writers. This 'pilot' show, if successful, will become a regular fixture. Come and watch us soar like an eagle on the currents of your laughter, or fall like a H-bomb on the nuclear fallout of your silence. This show may contain material that may offend some 

8th February 2008 -  Acoustica: Vijay Kishore

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

Over the past year singer songwriter Vijay Kishore has quietly been causing a stir amongst both his peers and the wider music industry alike. Since those early fledging but still breathtaking shows, Vijay has gone on to support the likes of Ray Davis, Jamie T and Newton Faulkner, winning over new fans wherever he goes. Seated concert. 

9th February 2008 - School's Out!

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

In 1999 a DJ called Bobby Sanchez got fired from a trendy club in Londond for playing Shakin Stevens tune for a bit of a laugh. Little did he know he was onto something huge. Get dressed up in school uniform, grab you mates and come and dance. Listen to tunes from the 70s, 80s, 90s and the early 00's. Don't miss the giant games for grown-ups. 

15th February 2008 - Rhod Gilbert: Who's Eaten Gilbert's Grape?

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

The hilarious welsh misery has been invited to perform at every major comedy festival in the world. He's recently been listed in The Times 'Top 50 Comedians' poll and has appeared in 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks'. Don't miss out! Over 14's only. This show may contain material that may offend some people. 

16th February 2008 - Wired 2008: New Bands Showcase

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

Gloucester's Wired music project has been turning up the volume for young bands in the city for six years, offering up studio time, industry advice and a huge gig at the Guildhall. This gig is open to all ages.

20th February 2008 - The Comedy Club 4 Kids

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

A real, proper comedy club where the UK's best comedians do their stuff without the swearing or rude bits. The show has gone down a storm in fromt of family audiences, and comes to us direct from London's West End. A different show every time, suitable for kids over 6

23rd February 2008 - Gloucester RFC V Newcastle Falcons

Gloucester Rugby Club, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 3AX
Tel: 0871 871 8781

Come along to see Gloucester RFC take on the Newcastle Falcons in their home ground.
Guiness Premiership. Kick off at 3.00pm.

28th February 2008 - The Beat + Neville Staple

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

The legendary Ranking Roger, Everett, Saxa and Neil Deathridge plus Tony O'Donnell, Andy Pearson, Dave Wright on keyboards and Roger's son Murphy are The Beat. Combining bone fide classics and some brand new material, the boys are sure to be on fire. Over 14's only.

29th February 2008 - Bounce!

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

The Guildhall's monthly indie club is back for 2008 with a big night of indie, rock'n'roll, rave, pop and punk. We're now running two separate events in one night - one for the youngsters and one for the older ones

8th March 2008 - Gloucester RFC V London Irish

Gloucester Rugby Club, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 3AX
Tel: 0871 871 8781

Come along to see Gloucester RFC take on London Irish in their home ground in the Guiness Premiership. Kick off at 3.00pm.

22nd March 2008 - Gloucester RFC V Leicester Tigers

Gloucester Rugby Club, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 3AX
Tel: 0871 871 8781

Come along to see Gloucester RFC take on the Leicester Tigers in their home ground. Guiness Premiership. Kick off at 8.00pm.

12th April 2008 - Gloucester RFC V Saracens

Gloucester Rugby Club, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 3AX
Tel: 0871 871 8781

Come along to see Gloucester RFC take on the Saracens in their home ground. Guiness Premiership. Kick off at 3.00pm.

19th April 2008 - Gloucester RFC V Leeds Carnegie

Gloucester Rugby Club, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 3AX
Tel: 0871 871 8781

2nd May 2008 - 4th May 2008 - Jumping at the Woodside

Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 1NS
Tel: 01452 503050

After a fabulous 2007 event you can now look forward to more excitement for the 2008 JATW We have a stack full of ideas to yet again give you a great weekend of Workshops, Dances, Bands, performances and pure dance bliss

10th May 2008 - Gloucester RFC V Bath Rugby

Gloucester Rugby Club, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 3AX
Tel: 0871 871 8781

Come along to see Gloucester RFC take on Bath Rugby in their home ground. Guiness Premiership. Kick off to be confirmed.

26th May 2008 - Cheese Roll

Coopers Hill, Brockworth, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Tel: 01452 396572
Fax: 01452 504273

An old tradition of throwing a cheese down a very steep hill and seeing who may be the first to catch it, without breaking their neck!

7th June 2008 - Gloucestershire Symphony Orchestra

Gloucester Cathedral, College Green, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 2LR
Tel: 01452 528095
Fax: 01452 300469

Adams - A Short Ride in a Fast Machine, Strauss - Four Last Songs and Decio - The Gloucester Symphony. Tickets available from Gloucester Toruist Information Centre on 01452 396572. Saturday 7th June from 7.30pm.

14th June 2008 - Gloucester Medieval Fayre

Westgate Street, Westgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 2NW

Details to be confirmed

19th July 2008- 2nd August 2008 - Gloucester Festival

All gate streets, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 2DP

The 2008 Gloucester Festival is programmed to take place from Saturday 19th July until Saturday 2nd August 2008. It will begin with the Gloucester Carnival Procession on Saturday 19th July.
The 2008 Carnival theme is 'Food and Drink'.

26th July 2008 - 3rd August 2008 - Gloucester Rhythm and Blues Festival 2008

All gate streets, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 2DP

This is the 8th annual festival which grows in attractiveness and attendance every year, bringing true American bluesman together with a mixture of touring international artistes and the best UK acts.

11th August 2008 - 14th August 2008 - Heritage Open Days

All gate streets, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. GL1 2DP

Heritage Open Days celebrates England's fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission.