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What's on in Short Standing

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Short Standing.

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Sports & Fitness

Chair Yoga (CM)

Something's afoot at Goodrich Village Hall and it goes by the name of Chair Yoga (CM). Their site has the particulars.

Tue 28 Jul14:30Goodrich Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Goodrich Village Hall

Community

Tango

We've tracked down Tango at Goodrich Village Hall. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Tue 28 Jul20:00Goodrich Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Goodrich Village Hall

Sports & Fitness

Table Tennis

Table Tennis at Goodrich Village Hall. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Thu 30 Jul20:00Goodrich Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Goodrich Village Hall

Workshops & Classes

Woman Workshop, Main Hall

Filed under: Woman Workshop, Main Hall at The Main Place looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Sat 1 Aug09:30The Main Place(1.8mi)

via The Main Place

Community

Around £55

Feast & Folk

An evening of fire-cooked feasting, traditional Morris dancing, music and storytelling on the terrace overlooking Knowl Orchard.

Sat 1 Aug18:00Newton Court(3.1mi)

via Newton CourtLocal gem

Community

Around £30

Summer Feast with Leominster Morris

Feast & Folk at Newton Court. An evening of Morris dancing, fire-cooked feasting, music and storytelling overlooking Knowl Orchard.

Sat 1 Aug18:00Newton Court(3.1mi)

via Newton CourtLocal gem

Community

Little Angels

We found this gem on Mount of Olives Church's website. Little Angels — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Mon 3 Aug10:00Mount of Olives Church(1.6mi)

via Mount of Olives Church

Children & Family

Around £24

Family Mediation (Catherine Lee )

Contact for event: Catherine Lee Agreed Charge: £24

Tue 4 Aug10:00Coleford Baptist Church(1.7mi)

via Coleford Baptist Church

Community

RADIS, Training Room

RADIS, Training Room. The Main Place. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Tue 4 Aug13:00The Main Place(1.8mi)

via The Main Place

Community

Inclusion Gloucestershire, Meeting Room

The Main Place is hosting and we're spreading the word. Inclusion Gloucestershire, Meeting Room — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Wed 5 Aug10:30The Main Place(1.8mi)

via The Main Place

Community

Broadwell Chat

Everyone welcome - Friendly meet up for Coffee/Tea, Cake and Chat. 'Swap' table.

Thu 6 Aug10:00All Saints, Staunton(1.3mi)

via All Saints, StauntonLocal gem

Community

Motors by the Moat VIP Dining Package

Spend the day enthralled by world-class music, captivated by famous performers and fireworks with the Leeds Castle Concert VIP Dining Package

Sat 8 AugLeeds Castle(3.3mi)

via Leeds Castle

Community

Motors By The Moat

Prepare to be captivated by a spectacular celebration of motoring at Leeds Castle. Bigger and better than ever , this year’s Motors by the Moat brings together an extraordinary collection of vehicles, thrilling live entertainment, and interactive experiences for the whole family, all included with your admission ticket.

Sat 8 AugLeeds Castle(3.3mi)

via Leeds Castle

Community

Around £14

Andre Rieu: Viva Maastricht

Tickets: £14 Standard £12 Friends of the Savoy

Sat 8 AugSavoy Theatre(3.9mi)

via Savoy TheatreLocal gem

Community

The Sealed Knot Battle of Coleford

Educational & Talks The Sealed Knot Battle of Coleford Dates: 8th Aug 2026 13:30 - 9th Aug 2026 16:30 Get Directions8th Aug 2026 13:30 - 9th Aug 2026 16:30 About The Sealed Knot Battle of Coleford We welcome a larger contingent from the Sealed Knot to bring history alive with a re-enactment of the 1643 Civil War Battle of Coleford. The regiments will be in the Town Centre from 1.30pm - 4.00pm on Saturday with a street skirmish and then on Sunday they will provide living history, talks and battle re-enactments at the Angus Buchanan VC Recreation Ground from 11.00am until 4.30pm. Related business Business Services Coleford Town Council Coleford is a historic market town in the heart of the Forest of Dean, and home to the administrative centre for the area. View Details

Sat 8 Aug14:30The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley(1.6mi)

via The Forest of Dean and Wye ValleyLocal gem

Community

Motors By The Moat

Classic cars show Motors by the Moat 2025 returns to Leeds Castle this summer. With a programme of live stunt shows, parades and classic cars.

Sun 9 AugLeeds Castle(3.3mi)

via Leeds Castle

Community

Stitch & Chatter, Meeting Room

We keep tabs on The Main Place so you don't have to. Stitch & Chatter, Meeting Room caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Mon 10 Aug12:00The Main Place(1.8mi)

via The Main Place

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Venues with events near Short Standing

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

The Main Place1.8 miles away All Saints, Staunton1.3 miles away Mount of Olives Church1.6 miles away

More about Short Standing

Gloucestershire, England

Short Standing is in Gloucestershire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Short Standing events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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