A clergy house in a conservation area, with a previously low EPC rating, has been transformed into a demonstrator eco‑home, enabling the Diocese of Gloucester to research practical, cost‑effective ways
Tag: Forest of Dean
Bream CofE celebrating ‘good’ results for first time in 22 years
Bream Church of England Primary School, near Lydney, has just been awarded a ‘good’ rating across all areas in its latest Ofsted inspection. Under new headteacher Nicky Brice, it’s progressed
The Music Works launches bid to raise £15,000 for new community music venue
The Music Works is a local charity offering innovative music programmes, workshops, and projects for young people. They have launched a crowdfunder to help them complete a new community music
Jane’s call to a new ministry
Jane’s creative approach to following her calling has transformed children’s and families’ provision in Lydney. In 2021, Jane Penny was employed as a lay Children and Families Minister in Tidenham
Sportily brings community together at Christmas event
Christmas is a time for community, and this was really felt in the Forest of Dean as Sportily hosted a rustic, family-focused campfire and carols event with lots of marshmallows
Couple run marathon to help Longhope Church bells ring again
Beth and Tom Baker, who go to Longhope Church in the Forest of Dean, have just completed the London Marathon, which took place on 2 October, to help raise funds
Appeal for help with child health review venues
The Health Visiting service in Gloucestershire is looking for venues to do child health and development reviews for 9-12 month and 2-year-old children. At present only children where there is
Harmony Project in Newnham
The proceeds from sales of eco friendly loo roll in Newnham are being used to fund a community garden. The Revd Joe Knight, curate in Newnham, Awre and Blakeney, spoke
Church Army and Diocesan partnership in Coleford
We’re delighted to introduce Debbie Orriss, who is joining the Gloucester and Forest Centre of Mission, a partnership between the Diocese of Gloucester and the Church Army. Debbie is a
Can true happiness be found in the pub?
A Forest of Dean vicar is inviting local people to the pub to see if they can find the true secrets of becoming happier. Bream Vicar and Forest Area Dean,
