What’s on in Coleford: Upcoming events in the Forest of Dean

Coleford is set for a busy year of community gatherings, cultural celebrations, and festive fun. Here’s a look at the highlights coming up in 2025 and early 2026.

🌿 Coleford Country Market

Every Friday & Saturday, 10am–12pm (March–December)
Next to the Co-op in Coleford, the Country Market offers home baking, local produce, and unique craft items.
📍 colefordcountrymarket.co.uk | ✉️ info@colefordcountrymarket.co.uk

🎶 Musical Extravaganza at Scarr Bandstand

30 August 2025, 2–5pm
SCARR BANDSTAND, GL16 8JA (one mile south of Coleford on the B4228)
Enjoy an afternoon of live music at one of the Forest’s premier outdoor venues.
🎟 Free entry – donations welcome

🏛 Coleford Heritage open days

12–21 September 2025
Part of England’s biggest cultural celebration, Coleford will open its doors to showcase local history, heritage, and architecture.

🎖 Remembrance events and services

9–11 November 2025

• Sunday 9th November – Parade through Coleford, forming up at the Roman Catholic Church (High Nash) at 10:30am and marching at 10:40am to the Town Centre.
  
• Further services and wreath-laying ceremonies will take place across the remembrance period.

🍷 Tutored wine Tasting with Coleford Twinning Association

21 November 2025
An evening of wine discovery with hosts Marilyn Cox and Gill Young.
📍 colefordtwinning.org

🌟 Pride of Coleford Community Awards

22 November 2025
Celebrating the incredible volunteers and community champions of Coleford. Nominations open soon – your chance to say thank you.

🎄 Coleford Christmas Lights Switch-On & Lantern Parade

29 November 2025
Kick off the festive season with a magical evening in Coleford town centre. Expect stalls, a lantern parade, and funfair rides for children.

🎶 Carols Around the Christmas Tree

22 December 2025
Join Coleford Town Council and local musicians to sing carols and welcome in Christmas.

🚴 Cyclocross at the Angus Buchanan VC Recreation Ground

18 January 2026
RDFCC hosts a British Cycling-affiliated cyclocross race as part of the Western Cyclocross League’s winter season.

⚔️ Commemoration of the Battle of Coleford

21 February 2026
Members of the Sealed Knot will parade and commemorate the 1643 Battle of Coleford. The parade leaves Mushet Walk at 11:20am before assembling in the town centre.