Although the 2018 festival is over, we have left the 2018 programme of events in place so that visitors to the website can see what sort of festival we are!
The full programme is given in date order below. You can also home in on Exhibitions, Workshops and Activities or Sporting and Riding events or use our Calendar to see what’s on on a particular day.
Pre Festival Party Night
From 7.00 pm
At Egypt Mill GL6 0AE
£20 in advance, £25 on the night
Join us at Egypt Mill to get the 2018 Festival off to a flying start. One of 
Gloucestershire’s liveliest bands ‘THE BRIDGE’ will be playing on the Waterside Terrace from 7pm – 9.30pm followed by disco in our Wheel Room from 9.30 pm – late. Entrance by ticket only to include Hog Roast/Barbecue, served from 7 pm – 11 pm. Tickets available at Egypt Mill Reception or by calling 01453 833449.
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Festival Saturday
Free entertainment supported by a grant from Nailsworth Town Council
From 10.00 am
FREE
The events on Festival Saturday start at 10am in Mortimer Gardens. The programme includes entertainment for all the family, a market, and many other activities across the town.
Entertainment in Mortimer Gardens
10.00 Lewis and Dav Gypsy Jazz
10.30 Punch and Judy Much-loved traditional puppet show
11.00 Nailsworth Community Choir Local singers perform a lively and varied mix of songs from around the world
11.30 Circus Frantix with Chris Liengaard, Circus entertainer, fun for all the family
12.00 The Honeymoon Trio Nostalgic songs and tunes from the decadent era: 1920 to 1940
12.45 Punch and Judy More traditional entertainment for children
13.15 Nailsworth School Choir The choir will be performing a range of songs from Folk to Musicals. Their enthusiasm and love of singing will
bring a smile to your face
13.45 Circus Frantix Circus entertainment again for all the family
14.15 The Honeymoon Trio More vintage music to finish the programme
Duck Race
The famous St Dominic's Duck Race returns for another year. Races will commence on the Nailsworth Stream at 10 am and run throughout the day.
10.30 Matt Gryspeerdt and friends Irish Traditional Music
11.00 Jo Keogh Irish Fiddle
12.00 Lewis and Dav Gypsy Jazz
12.30-14.00 The Fruit Bowlers Folk music
Craft event for children in Nailsworth Library
Nailsworth Library will be hosting a craft event from 10.30-12.30 to celebrate the Nailsworth Festival. It promises to be
great fun for children between the ages of 5 and 12. Please
look out for more details locally.
“Education in Nailsworth”
exhibition in Mortimer Room
Mortimer Room, 10am-4pm, free
Nailsworth Archives Team presents a sample of the
information they hold about education in Nailsworth
including Dame Schools, Public Schools and National
Schools.
Organ Recital by Simon Bell in St George’s
Sponsored in memory of the late Robert Stiling, Brownshill, Stroud
St George’s Church GL6 0BP,
4pm to 5pm, £5
Pay at the door (There is a full Event Page for this recital)
John Furnival Exhibition
From 10 am until 4.00 pm
At Ruskin Mill Gallery GL6 0LA
Free
John Furnival was a student at the Royal College of Art in the 1950s, alongside David Hockney. Since that time, describing himself as a ‘drawer’, he has lived in Nailsworth and Woodchester. Although best known as a ‘visual poet’ with work in the Tate’s collection, his drawings celebrating life in the Cotswolds have rarely been exhibited. At Ruskin Mill, the exhibition will feature Nailsworth (including Spring Hill and George Street with its well-known copper kettle), his early home at Rowden Cottage below Hazelwood (including family portraits and photographs of visitors such as Hockney), drawings relating to the poet W H Davies, the cemetery at Painswick, and Woefuldane Bottom near Minchinhampton. www.johnfurnival.com
Preview and meet the artist Saturday 19th May 2-4pm
Stroudwater Textiles
From 2.00 pm until 4.00 pm
At Dunkirk Mill
£3 for one mill and £5 for two, payable at door
Gigg Mill open: 19th May, 10am - 12 noon and 2pm - 4pm; 26th May, 10am -12noon Dunkirk Mill open: 19th and 20th May, 2pm - 4pm Cost £3 for one mill and £5 for two, payable at door
Visit local mills and learn the history of the cloth manufacturing industry that dominated the Stroud Valleys for 200 Years. Select and weave your own design and then see how looms developed from hand to power. This event is organised by the Stroudwater Textile Trust.
Organ Recital by Simon Bell
Sponsored in memory of the late Robert Stiling, Brownshill, Stroud
From 4.00 pm until 5.00 pm
At St George's Church GL6 0BP
£5 at the door
Simon Bell is the Director of Tewkesbury Abbey Schola Cantorum and
Director of Choral Music and Organist at Dean Close School. This prize winning organist will perform works by composers as varied as J. S. Bach and James Macmillan. A treat of organ music across the ages
The Temperance Seven Grand Diamond Jubilee Tour 2017-18
From 8.00 pm
At Town Hall GL6 0JF
£16
Who could have predicted that a band,which hit the top of the charts over 55 years ago in 1961, with a song and style that were already 40 years out of date, would still be around in 2018, still playing the same style of music? The main difference now is that the band has a vast repertoire… jazz classics from the past, original compositions, novelty numbers.... so whatever your taste in jazz, The Temperance Seven will play it for you. (The band had a string of chart successes, notably with “You’re Driving Me Crazy”,which was Sir George Martin’s first ever number one hit, and followed by other top ten hits like “Home in Pasadena”, “The Charleston”, “Hard Hearted Hannah” and “The Black Bottom”, and still has a huge following in the UK and abroad.) The Temperance Seven play what they like, and their enormous enjoyment is hilariously transmitted to their audiences with their zany pythonesque humour.
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Stroudwater Textiles
From 10.00 am to noon and 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm
At Gigg Mill
£3 for one mill, £5 for two, payable at the door
Gigg Mill open: 19th May, 10am - 12 noon and 2pm - 4pm; 26th May, 10am -12noon Dunkirk Mill open: 19th and 20th May, 2pm - 4pm Cost £3 for one mill and £5 for two, payable at door
Visit local mills and learn the history of the cloth manufacturing industry that dominated the Stroud Valleys for 200 Years. Select and weave your own design and then see how looms developed from hand to power. This event is organised by the Stroudwater Textile Trust.
Riding the Bounds
At (start) Barton End Equestrian Centre GL6 0QF
£10 per person (to cover admin costs)
Ring Barton End Equestrian Centre on 01453 834915 or send an email entitled “Riding the Bounds” to stephenaiano@aol.com and we shall get in touch with you.
A cavalcade of riders will trace the boundary of Nailsworth Town, covering about ten miles. Participants can bring their own horse (parking available), or available horses may be hired from Barton End Stables. Please let us know early if you are interested in taking part as a rider numbers will be limited, depending on age and experience of the riders involved.
Footie Fest
From 2.00 pm until 4.00 pm
At George V Playing Field GL6 0HT
Free
If you enjoy playing football and are aged between 8 and 16 come and join Nailsworth Youth Club in partnership with PSALMS in an afternoon of football fun. Activities will include a skills zone, coaching session and football tournament. All participants will receive a medal and refreshments will be provided. Girls and boys welcome.
The Tippett Quartet
Classical string quartet
From 7.30 pm
At Christ Church GL6 0DQ
£12
Sponsored in memory of the late Robert Stiling, Brownshill, Stroud
The Tippett Quartet has performed at the BBC Proms, Queen Elizabeth Hall and Purcell Room. They are often heard on Radio 3 and now they are coming to Nailsworth. This exciting quartet will perform Villa-Lobos’s String Quartet No 6 (the “Brazilian”), Dvorak’s String Quartet No 6 (the “American”) and Beethoven’s String Quartet No 12. “An evening of wonderful musical treats. You can really hear the members of the Tippett Quartet listening keenly to each other, as they weave their seemingly effortless magic” – BBC MUSIC MAGAZINE. “The Tippett Quartet’s performances are little short of astonishing” – THE STRAD. “The Tippett Quartet’s performance had enormous cogency and power”– THE GUARDIAN
Refreshments available
Votes for Women in the Cotswolds
From 7.30 pm
At Egypt Mill GL6 0AE
£5
A talk by Dr Sue Jones author of “Votes for Women: Cheltenham and the Cotswolds”.Sue lives in the Cotswolds and was awarded a PhD in the field of women’s suffrage. In 1918, after years of campaigning, British women over the age of 30 gained a parliamentary vote. Cheltenham was the hub of activity in the Cotswolds and in the period before the outbreak of the First World War had a number of vigorous societies and individuals. From being imprisoned for trying to approach the Prime Minister to refusing to be counted in the 1911 census, local women and many men,from across the region fought a valiant and dignified campaign to make their voices heard.Eventually,success was achieved. At a time when women had very little power inside or outside the home, this is the story of how ordinary women supported each other to demand a say in the affairs of this country.
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The Gasworks Singers
From 7.30 pm
At St George's Church GL6 0BP
£6 (pay at the door)
Gasworks Singers are a choir of 35 members of the 160-strong Gasworks Choir in Bristol. They meet to share food and song and sing the most popular and well-loved Gasworks songs, mostly arranged by Dee Jarlett or Ali Orbaum. Their sense of fun and their love of singing, as well as their glowing red and orange clothes is an uplifting and joyful experience to share. Expect pop, soul and a passionate and prayerful performance!
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Harp Workshop
From 6.00 pm until 7.00 pm
At Subscription Rooms GL6 0HH
£10 (online booking only)
Have you ever played a harp? Here is your chance to have a go. No musical experience needed, this is a simple session in a small group (limited to 8 per session). You’ll be surprised how easy it is to play a simple melody in no time!
Also 2pm to 3pm on 26 May.
Boldwood
The Richard Valentine Memorial Folk Concert
From 7.30 pm
At Ruskin Mill GL6 0LA
£12. To book please contact Ruskin Mill 01453 837537
Formed in 2003 by accordionist Becky Price, Boldwood explores the repertoire of tunes from 17th and 18th century English collections. The band specialises in bringing to life neglected gems in concert or on the dance floor. Their unique sound is a result of lush, almost orchestral arrangements, combined with energetic, imaginative, spontaneous playing. The new album,“Glory of the West”, will be released in the spring.
Comedy Night
A partnership event with Churches Together in Nailsworth
From 7.30 pm
At Christ Church GL6 0DQ
£8
Building on the success of last year the 2018 Festival offers a three comedian line up for your enjoyment. The show will be compered by Andy Kind, opened by Fran Garrity and headlined by Tony Vino, with all three having considerable experience on the comedy circuit. Andy’s stand-up style can best be described as “the joyful rant of a post 30 chaos vacuum”, and he has been featured on BBC1, ITV and Channel 4, in the UK, as well as touring festivals here and in South Africa. Described by THE GUARDIAN as “absolutely hilarious”. Fran Garrity has an assured delivery of finely crafted materials: “Fran never fails to deliver, he is dependable with a sharp dry delivery. He came up with one of the best lines of the night which brought the house down” – NIBBLES WITH GIGGLES. Tony Vino has been touring the comedy scene since early 2005. Well aware of social and political issues he mixes friendly well thought out observational humour with audience interaction and quick witted responses: “uplifting style, great delivery and consistently funny throughout” – SAM WALKER, BBC MANCHESTER.
Festival Tales
From 8.00 pm until 10.00 pm
At Mortimer Room GL6 0DU
£3
An opportunity to hear stories, poems and sketches from “Tell Tales”, Nailsworth’s creative writing group. Be amazed at the quality of their literary skills, their ability to produce emotions and feelings and above all their sense of fun.
An Evening with Sir Richard Eyre
From 7.30 pm
At Nailsworth C of E Primary School GL6 0ET
£10
The theatre and film director, Sir Richard Eyre, will talk about working with actors and show clips from several of his films, including his most recent film of King Lear with Anthony Hopkins. He has been the recipient of numerous directing awards. Many will recall his stage musical, Guys and Dolls, and film, Notes on a Scandal, amongst others. He was Director of the UK’s National Theatre between 1988 and 1997.
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Withering Looks
Sponsored by Stag Homes
From 7.30 pm
At Town Hall GL6 0JF
£12
2018 is the 200th anniversary year of Emily Bronte’s birth. LipService Touring Theatre takes a look at the lives of the Bronte sisters......well, two of them as Anne’s just popped out for a cup of sugar. Peopled with some of the greatest characters from the Bronte canon, and some, quite frankly that LipService have made up, Withering Looks is an irreverent and hilarious theatre event to savour. Winners of a Manchester Evening News Theatre award and Critics award for Comedy at the Edinburgh Festival.“It’s a joy – very, very funny” – THE GUARDIAN. www.lipservicetheatre.co.uk
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A Quilt Show with Musical Interludes
From 10.00 am until 4.30 pm
At Arkell Centre GL6 0ET
£2 on door (accompanied children under 16 free)
Five Valleys Quilt Group are holding“A quilt show with musical interludes”. Quilts,demonstrations,raffle quilt“All Sorts of Blue”, bag raffle, sales table, refreshments, children’s activities. Performances by Choirinium of Cirencester (Saturday 2.30pm) and Severnside Singers (Sunday 2.30pm). (Note that this is an update on the timings shown in our printed brochure.) The show is supporting “Allsorts Gloucestershire”, a local charity for Children. Further details: fivevq@gmail.com or website: fivevalleyquilters.weebly.co.uk
Stroudwater Textiles
From 10.00 am to noon
At Gigg Mill
£3 for one mill and £5 for two, payable at door
Gigg Mill open: 19th May, 10am - 12 noon and 2pm - 4pm; 26th May, 10am -12noon Dunkirk Mill open: 19th and 20th May, 2pm - 4pm Cost £3 for one mill and £5 for two, payable at door
Visit local mills and learn the history of the cloth manufacturing industry that dominated the Stroud Valleys for 200 Years. Select and weave your own design and then see how looms developed from hand to power. This event is organised by the Stroudwater Textile Trust.
Funky Munky Music
From 10.00 am until 11.00 am
At Christ Church GL6 0DQ
£5 per child
Originally intended for toddlers and preschoolers, it quickly became apparent that even very young babies enjoy the sounds and activities at these informal sessions. We include a wide variety of songs, incorporating movements and rhythm. The use of props such as finger puppets, rhythm sticks, bunny ears, play parachutes and other items, increase the fun and encourage participation with songs both new and traditional. Mums/Dads/Carers are able to come and sit on the mats, or join in with all the musical activities, as they wish, or sit around the edge of the group and chat if they prefer.
Harp Workshop
From 2.00 pm until 3.00 pm
At Subscription Rooms GL6 0HH
£10 (online booking only)
Have you ever played a harp? Here is your chance to have a go. No musical experience needed, this is a simple session in a small group (limited to 8 per session). You’ll be surprised how easy it is to play a simple melody in no time!
Also 6pm to 7pm on 22nd May
Woodchester Valley Vineyard Tour & Tasting event
From 2.00 pm
At Woodchester Vineyard and Winery GL5 5EY
£10
A special tour to celebrate Nailsworth Festival and English Wine Week. Guests will receive a welcome drink at the tasting room,accompanied by a brief presentation about the winery. You will then head out for a walk through the vineyard to see the grape varieties, then into the winery to learn how the wine is made. You will then head back to the tasting room where a selection of wines will be available to taste. At the end of the tasting the wines will be available to purchase should people wish to do so. The tour and tasting will last around 90 minutes. Places are very limited so don’t delay in booking. Please note, this event is for adults only.
Book directly at: www.woodchestervalleyvineyard.co.uk
Latest update: The original 2.00 pm tour is now sold out but there are still tickets available for an additional tour which will take place at 11.00 am.
Latina Festivale
From 8.00pm
At Comrades Club GL6 0JE
£10
Latina Festivale recreates the sizzling, scorching sounds of Latin America and the Caribbean with an uplifting sound which is inspiring and unifying, mixing salsa with other influences to bring you a fresh, funky and instant Latin house party experience. With its compact 3 piece line-up of vocals, piano, percussion and trumpet, Latina Festivale distils a vibrant and stylish mix of salsa, funk, soul and samba, from Cuban classics and laid back Brazilian beats right through to the present day.
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Last day
The festival ends for 2018 apart from the John Furnival exhibition at Ruskin Mill Gallery which continues into June
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![Pre Festival Part...](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem music"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Fri 18</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/pre-festival-party-night/">Pre Festival Party Night</a></h2><p class="start" >From 7.00 pm</p><p class="location" >At Egypt Mill GL6 0AE</p><p >£20 in advance, £25 on the night </p><p>Join us at Egypt Mill to get the 2018 Festival off to a flying start. One of <img class="size-medium wp-image-215 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/The-Bridge-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" />Gloucestershire’s liveliest bands ‘THE BRIDGE’ will be playing on the Waterside Terrace from 7pm – 9.30pm followed by disco in our Wheel Room from 9.30 pm – late. Entrance by ticket only to include Hog Roast/Barbecue, served from 7 pm – 11 pm. Tickets available at Egypt Mill Reception or by calling 01453 833449. </p>
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![Festival Saturday](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem children"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Sat 19</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/106/">Festival Saturday</a></h2><p class="desc" >Free entertainment supported by a grant from Nailsworth Town Council</p><p class="start" >From 10.00 am</p><p >FREE</p><p> </p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">The events on Festival Saturday start at 10am in Mortimer Gardens. The programme includes entertainment for all the family, a market, and many other activities across the town.</span></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Entertainment in Mortimer Gardens</span></strong><br /><strong>10.00 Lewis and Dav</strong> Gypsy Jazz<img class="alignright wp-image-252" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Lewis-and-Dav-300x166.jpg" alt="" width="280" height="155" /><br /><strong>10.30 Punch and Judy</strong> Much-loved traditional puppet show<br /><strong>11.00 Nailsworth Community Choir</strong> Local singers perform a lively and varied mix of songs from around the world<br /><strong>11.30 </strong><strong>Circus Frantix </strong>with Chris Liengaard<strong>,</strong> Circus entertainer, fun for all the family<img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-392" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Frantix1-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /><br /><strong>12.00 The Honeymoon Trio</strong> Nostalgic songs and tunes from the decadent era: 1920 to 1940<br /><strong>12.45 Punch and Judy</strong> More traditional entertainment for children<img class="wp-image-253 size-thumbnail alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Punch-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /><br /><strong>13.15 Nailsworth School Choir</strong> The choir will be performing a range of songs from Folk to Musicals. Their enthusiasm and love of singing will<br />bring a smile to your face<br /><strong>13.45 Circus Frantix</strong> Circus entertainment again for all the family<br /><strong>14.15 The Honeymoon Trio</strong> More vintage music to finish the programme</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Duck Race</span></strong><br />The famous St Dominic’s Duck Race returns for another year. Races will commence on the Nailsworth Stream at 10 am and run throughout the day.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;"><img class="alignright wp-image-254 size-thumbnail" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Fiddle-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></span></strong><br /><strong>10.30 Matt Gryspeerdt and friends </strong>Irish Traditional Music<br /><strong>11.00 Jo Keogh</strong> Irish Fiddle<br /><strong>12.00 Lewis and Dav</strong> Gypsy Jazz<br /><strong>12.30-14.00</strong> <strong>The Fruit Bowlers</strong> Folk music</p>
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<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Craft event for children in Nailsworth Library</strong></span><br />Nailsworth Library will be hosting a craft event from 10.30-12.30 to celebrate the Nailsworth Festival. It promises to be<br />great fun for children between the ages of 5 and 12. Please<br />look out for more details locally.</p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>“Education in Nailsworth”</strong></span><br />exhibition in Mortimer Room<br /><strong>Mortimer Room, 10am-4pm, free</strong><br />Nailsworth Archives Team presents a sample of the<br />information they hold about education in Nailsworth<br />including Dame Schools, Public Schools and National<br />Schools.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">Organ Recital by Simon Bell in St George’s</span></strong><br /><em>Sponsored in memory of the late Robert Stiling, Brownshill, Stroud</em><br />St George’s Church GL6 0BP,<br />4pm to 5pm, £5<br />Pay at the door (There is a full <a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/organ-recital-by-simon-bell/">Event Page </a>for this recital)</p><p class="placesavailable" ></p><p class="readmore"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/106/"></a></p><div style="clear:both"></div></div></div>'); ){kind=link}
![Organ Recital by ...](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem music"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Sat 19</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/organ-recital-by-simon-bell/">Organ Recital by Simon Bell</a></h2><p class="desc" >Sponsored in memory of the late Robert Stiling, Brownshill, Stroud</p><p class="start" >From 4.00 pm until 5.00 pm</p><p class="location" >At St George’s Church GL6 0BP</p><p >£5 at the door</p><p>Simon Bell is the Director of Tewkesbury Abbey Schola Cantorum and<img class="size-medium wp-image-256 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Simon-Bell-223x300.jpg" alt="" width="223" height="300" /> Director of Choral Music and Organist at Dean Close School. This prize winning organist will perform works by composers as varied as J. S. Bach and James Macmillan. A treat of organ music across the ages</p><p class="placesavailable" ></p><p class="readmore"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/organ-recital-by-simon-bell/"></a></p><div style="clear:both"></div></div></div>'); ){kind=link}
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<h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/the-temperance-seven-grand-diamond-jubilee-tour-2017-18/">The Temperance Seven Grand Diamond Jubilee Tour 2017-18</a></h2><p class="start" >From 8.00 pm</p><p class="location" >At Town Hall GL6 0JF</p><p >£16</p><p>Who could have predicted that a band,which hit the top of the charts over 55 years ago in 1961, with a song and style that were already 40 years out of date, would still be around in 2018, still playing the same style of music? The main difference now is that the band has a vast repertoire… jazz classics from the past, original compositions, novelty numbers.... so whatever your taste in jazz, The Temperance Seven will play it for you. (The band had a string of chart successes, notably with “You’re Driving Me Crazy”,which was Sir George Martin’s first ever number one hit, and followed by other top ten hits like “Home in Pasadena”, “The Charleston”, “Hard Hearted Hannah” and “The Black Bottom”, and still has a huge following in the UK and abroad.) The Temperance Seven play what they like, and their enormous enjoyment is hilariously transmitted to their audiences with their zany pythonesque humour.</p>
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<p><img class="size-medium wp-image-283 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Boundary-Ride-1-300x162.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="162" />A cavalcade of riders will trace the boundary of Nailsworth Town, covering about ten miles. Participants can bring their own horse (parking available), or available horses may be hired from Barton End Stables. Please let us know early if you are interested in taking part as a rider numbers will be limited, depending on age and experience of the riders involved.</p><p class="placesavailable" ></p><p class="readmore"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/riding-the-bounds/"></a></p><div style="clear:both"></div></div></div>'); ){kind=link}
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<h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/the-tippett-quartet/">The Tippett Quartet</a></h2><p class="desc" >Classical string quartet </p><p class="start" >From 7.30 pm</p><p class="location" >At Christ Church GL6 0DQ</p><p >£12</p><p><em>Sponsored in memory of the late Robert Stiling, Brownshill, Stroud</em></p>
<p>The Tippett Quartet has performed at the BBC Proms, Queen Elizabeth Hall and Purcell Room. They are often heard on Radio 3 and now they are coming to Nailsworth. This exciting quartet will perform Villa-Lobos’s String Quartet No 6 (the “Brazilian”), Dvorak’s String Quartet No 6 (the “American”) and Beethoven’s String Quartet No 12. <em>“An evening of wonderful musical treats. You can really hear the members of the Tippett Quartet listening keenly to each other, as they weave their seemingly effortless magic”</em> – BBC MUSIC MAGAZINE. <em>“The Tippett Quartet’s performances are little short of astonishing”</em> – THE STRAD. <em>“The Tippett Quartet’s performance had enormous cogency and power”</em>– THE GUARDIAN</p>
<p><em>Refreshments available</em></p>
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![Votes for Women i...](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem "><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Mon 21</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><div class="qemright">
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<h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/votes-for-women-in-the-cotswolds/">Votes for Women in the Cotswolds</a></h2><p class="start" >From 7.30 pm</p><p class="location" >At Egypt Mill GL6 0AE</p><p >£5</p><p>A talk by Dr Sue Jones author of “Votes for Women: Cheltenham and the Cotswolds”.Sue lives in the Cotswolds and was awarded a PhD in the field of women’s suffrage. In 1918, after years of campaigning, British women over the age of 30 gained a parliamentary vote. Cheltenham was the hub of activity in the Cotswolds and in the period before the outbreak of the First World War had a number of vigorous societies and individuals. From being imprisoned for trying to approach the Prime Minister to refusing to be counted in the 1911 census, local women and many men,from across the region fought a valiant and dignified campaign to make their voices heard.Eventually,success was achieved. At a time when women had very little power inside or outside the home, this is the story of how ordinary women supported each other to demand a say in the affairs of this country.</p>
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![Harp Workshop](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem music"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Tue 22</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/harp-workshop/">Harp Workshop</a></h2><p class="start" >From 6.00 pm until 7.00 pm</p><p class="location" >At Subscription Rooms GL6 0HH</p><p >£10 (online booking only)</p><p><img class="size-medium wp-image-273 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Harp-110x300.jpg" alt="" width="110" height="300" />Have you ever played a harp? Here is your chance to have a go. No musical experience needed, this is a simple session in a small group (limited to 8 per session). You’ll be surprised how easy it is to play a simple melody in no time!</p>
<p>Also 2pm to 3pm on 26 May.</p>
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![Boldwood](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem music"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Tue 22</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><div class="qemright">
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<h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/boldwood/">Boldwood</a></h2><p class="desc" >The Richard Valentine Memorial Folk Concert</p><p class="start" >From 7.30 pm</p><p class="location" >At Ruskin Mill GL6 0LA</p><p >£12. To book please contact Ruskin Mill 01453 837537</p><p>Formed in 2003 by accordionist Becky Price, Boldwood explores the repertoire of tunes from 17th and 18th century English collections. The band specialises in bringing to life neglected gems in concert or on the dance floor. Their unique sound is a result of lush, almost orchestral arrangements, combined with energetic, imaginative, spontaneous playing. The new album,“Glory of the West”, will be released in the spring.</p><p class="placesavailable" ></p><p class="readmore"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/boldwood/"></a></p><div style="clear:both"></div></div></div>'); ){kind=link}
![Comedy Night](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem "><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Wed 23</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/comedy-night/">Comedy Night</a></h2><p class="desc" >A partnership event with Churches Together in Nailsworth</p><p class="start" >From 7.30 pm</p><p class="location" >At Christ Church GL6 0DQ</p><p >£8</p><p><img class="size-medium wp-image-296 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Comedy-Night-1-88x300.jpg" alt="" width="88" height="300" />Building on the success of last year the 2018 Festival offers a three comedian line up for your enjoyment. The show will be compered by Andy Kind, opened by Fran Garrity and headlined by Tony Vino, with all three having considerable experience on the comedy circuit. Andy’s stand-up style can best be described as “the joyful rant of a post 30 chaos vacuum”, and he has been featured on BBC1, ITV and Channel 4, in the UK, as well as touring festivals here and in South Africa. Described by THE GUARDIAN as <em>“absolutely hilarious”</em>. Fran Garrity has an assured delivery of finely crafted materials: <em>“Fran never fails to deliver, he is dependable with a sharp dry delivery. He came up with one of the best lines of the night which brought the house down”</em> – NIBBLES WITH GIGGLES. Tony Vino has been touring the comedy scene since early 2005. Well aware of social and political issues he mixes friendly well thought out observational humour with audience interaction and quick witted responses: <em>“uplifting style, great delivery and consistently funny throughout”</em> – SAM WALKER, BBC MANCHESTER.</p><p class="placesavailable" ></p><p class="readmore"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/comedy-night/"></a></p><div style="clear:both"></div></div></div>'); ){kind=link}
![An Evening with S...](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem "><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Thu 24</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/an-evening-with-sir-richard-eyre/">An Evening with Sir Richard Eyre</a></h2><p class="start" >From 7.30 pm</p><p class="location" >At Nailsworth C of E Primary School GL6 0ET</p><p >£10</p><p><img class="size-full wp-image-294 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Richard-Eyre-1.jpg" alt="" width="180" height="230" />The theatre and film director, Sir Richard Eyre, will talk about working with actors and show clips from several of his films, including his most recent film of King Lear with Anthony Hopkins. He has been the recipient of numerous directing awards. Many will recall his stage musical, Guys and Dolls, and film, Notes on a Scandal, amongst others. He was Director of the UK’s National Theatre between 1988 and 1997.</p>
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![Withering Looks](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem "><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Fri 25</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/withering-looks/">Withering Looks</a></h2><p class="desc" >Sponsored by Stag Homes</p><p class="start" >From 7.30 pm</p><p class="location" >At Town Hall GL6 0JF</p><p >£12</p><p><img class="size-full wp-image-246 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Withering-Looks.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="181" />2018 is the 200th anniversary year of Emily Bronte’s birth. LipService Touring Theatre takes a look at the lives of the Bronte sisters......well, two of them as Anne’s just popped out for a cup of sugar. Peopled with some of the greatest characters from the Bronte canon, and some, quite frankly that LipService have made up, Withering Looks is an irreverent and hilarious theatre event to savour. Winners of a Manchester Evening News Theatre award and Critics award for Comedy at the Edinburgh Festival.<em>“It’s a joy – very, very funny”</em> – THE GUARDIAN. <a href="http://www.lipservicetheatre.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.lipservicetheatre.co.uk</a></p>
<p><em>Bar</em></p>
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![A Quilt Show with...](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem exhibition"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Sat 26 - Sun 27</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/a-quilt-show-with-musical-interludes/">A Quilt Show with Musical Interludes</a></h2><p class="start" >From 10.00 am until 4.30 pm</p><p class="location" >At Arkell Centre GL6 0ET</p><p >£2 on door (accompanied children under 16 free)</p><p><img class="size-full wp-image-251 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Quilt.jpg" alt="" width="202" height="61" />Five Valleys Quilt Group are holding“A quilt show with musical interludes”. Quilts,demonstrations,raffle quilt“All Sorts of Blue”, bag raffle, sales table, refreshments, children’s activities. Performances by Choirinium of Cirencester (Saturday 2.30pm) and Severnside Singers (Sunday 2.30pm). <em>(Note that this is an update on the timings shown in our printed brochure.)</em> The show is supporting “Allsorts Gloucestershire”, a local charity for Children. Further details: <a href="mailto:fivevq@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fivevq@gmail.com</a> or website: <a href="http://fivevalleyquilters.weebly.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fivevalleyquilters.weebly.co.uk</a></p><p class="placesavailable" ></p><p class="readmore"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/a-quilt-show-with-musical-interludes/"></a></p><div style="clear:both"></div></div></div>'); ){kind=link}
![Funky Munky Music](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem children"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Sat 26</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/funky-munky-music/">Funky Munky Music</a></h2><p class="start" >From 10.00 am until 11.00 am</p><p class="location" >At Christ Church GL6 0DQ</p><p >£5 per child</p><p><img class="alignright wp-image-295" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Funky-Munky.jpg" alt="" width="165" height="152" />Originally intended for toddlers and preschoolers, it quickly became apparent that even very young babies enjoy the sounds and activities at these informal sessions. We include a wide variety of songs, incorporating movements and rhythm. The use of props such as finger puppets, rhythm sticks, bunny ears, play parachutes and other items, increase the fun and encourage participation with songs both new and traditional. Mums/Dads/Carers are able to come and sit on the mats, or join in with all the musical activities, as they wish, or sit around the edge of the group and chat if they prefer.</p>
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![Harp Workshop](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem music"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Sat 26</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/harp-workshop-2/">Harp Workshop</a></h2><p class="start" >From 2.00 pm until 3.00 pm</p><p class="location" >At Subscription Rooms GL6 0HH</p><p >£10 (online booking only)</p><p><img class="size-medium wp-image-273 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Harp-110x300.jpg" alt="" width="110" height="300" />Have you ever played a harp? Here is your chance to have a go. No musical experience needed, this is a simple session in a small group (limited to 8 per session). You’ll be surprised how easy it is to play a simple melody in no time!</p>
<p>Also 6pm to 7pm on 22nd May</p>
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![Woodchester Valle...](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem workshop"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Sat 26</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/woodchester-valley-vineyard-tour-tasting-event/">Woodchester Valley Vineyard Tour & Tasting event</a></h2><p class="start" >From 2.00 pm</p><p class="location" >At Woodchester Vineyard and Winery GL5 5EY</p><p >£10</p><p><img class="size-medium wp-image-216 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Woodchester-Vineyard1-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" />A special tour to celebrate Nailsworth Festival and English Wine Week. Guests will receive a welcome drink at the tasting room,accompanied by a brief presentation about the winery. You will then head out for a walk through the vineyard to see the grape varieties, then into the winery to learn how the wine is made. You will then head back to the tasting room where a selection of wines will be available to taste. At the end of the tasting the wines will be available to purchase should people wish to do so. The tour and tasting will last around 90 minutes. Places are very limited so don’t delay in booking. Please note, this event is for adults only.</p>
<p>Book directly at: <a href="http://www.woodchestervalleyvineyard.co.uk">www.woodchestervalleyvineyard.co.uk</a></p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Latest update</strong>: The original 2.00 pm tour is now sold out but there are still tickets available for an additional tour which will take place at 11.00 am.</span></p><p class="placesavailable" ></p><p class="readmore"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/woodchester-valley-vineyard-tour-tasting-event/"></a></p><div style="clear:both"></div></div></div>'); ){kind=link}
![Latina Festivale](javascript:xlightbox('<div class="qem music"><div class="qem-icon"><div class="qem-calendar-medium" style="margin:0 7px 0 0;"><span class="day" >Sat 26</span><span class="nonday" ><span class="month"><em>May</em></span><span class="year">2018</span></span></div></div><div class="qem-medium"><h2 class="qem_title"><a href="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/event/latina-festivale/">Latina Festivale</a></h2><p class="start" >From 8.00pm</p><p class="location" >At Comrades Club GL6 0JE</p><p >£10</p><p><img class="size-medium wp-image-293 alignright" src="http://www.nailsworthfestival.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Latina-Festivale-242x300.jpg" alt="" width="242" height="300" />Latina Festivale recreates the sizzling, scorching sounds of Latin America and the Caribbean with an uplifting sound which is inspiring and unifying, mixing salsa with other influences to bring you a fresh, funky and instant Latin house party experience. With its compact 3 piece line-up of vocals, piano, percussion and trumpet, Latina Festivale distils a vibrant and stylish mix of salsa, funk, soul and samba, from Cuban classics and laid back Brazilian beats right through to the present day.</p>
<p><em>Bar</em></p>
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