What's on in The Leigh

Gloucestershire, England

From craft workshops the kids won't stop asking about to quiz nights that'll test your knowledge of Gloucestershire trivia (yes, really) — The Leigh has it sorted. Coffee mornings, farmers' markets, film screenings, book clubs, open mic nights, toddler groups, and the occasional village fête that runs like clockwork. All the events that happen in village halls and community centres and local venues that the big listings sites don't bother with. We check the parish council pages, the library noticeboards, the venue websites buried three clicks deep. If it's happening locally and it's worth knowing about, it's here.

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Bishop of Dover to speak in Bristol
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Bishop of Dover to speak in Bristol

St John’s Church, Keynsham will welcome one of the Church of England’s most senior and respected leaders this spring as part of its 750 Appeal fundraising programme. The Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin CD MBE KHC, Bishop of Dover, will appear in conversation at a special literary and inspirational evening on Friday 17 April 2026. The event will feature a live interview exploring Bishop Rose’s life, ministry and leadership, followed by an audience question-and-answer session. Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase copies of her book The Girl from Montego Bay and have them signed. Bishop Rose currently serves as Bishop of Dover in the Diocese of Canterbury and exercises delegated episcopal oversight on behalf of the Archbishop of Canterbury. She previously served as Chaplain to the Speaker of the House of Commons for nine years and has been Chaplain to Her Majesty the Queen. In 2019 she made history as the first black woman appointed as a bishop in the Church of England. The evening forms part of St John’s 750 Appeal, which is supporting ongoing redevelopment plans aimed at ensuring the church remains a vibrant and sustainable space for worship, community events and outreach. Cllr Dave Biddleston, who will conduct the interview, said: “We are absolutely delighted that Bishop Rose has agreed to join us at St John’s. She is an extraordinary speaker with a remarkable story, and this promises to be a thoughtful, uplifting and genuinely inspiring evening.

Fri 17 Apr18:30The Diocese of Gloucester(4.7mi)
Why The Tempest?: The play in Christian perspective
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Why The Tempest?: The play in Christian perspective

Three monthly lectures plus one study day to discuss The Tempest by Shakespeare, through the lens of religion. Reading (or rereading) The Tempest ahead of the lectures and study day is recommended, or you may wish to watch a performance via Globe Player. Tuesday 17 February, 2pm to 4pm: ‘Be not afeard…’ – an introduction to The Tempest, by Adrian Barlow (St Philip & St James, Cheltenham)/ Tuesday 24 March, 2pm to 4pm: ‘with the help of your good hands’ – prayer in The Tempest, by Dr Beatrice Groves (Trinity College Oxford) Tuesday 21 April, 2pm to 4pm: The Tempest and the art of forgiveness, by the Revd Dr Stephen Cherry (King’s College Cambridge) Saturday 9 May, 10am to 6pm: The Tempest – study day. Lectures, discussions, music and poetry plus refreshments throughout the day. Other guests there will be: Revd Dr Paul Edmondson (Shakespeare Birthplace Trust); Rev’d Prof Paul Fiddes (University of Oxford); Prof Liz Schafer (Royal Holloway, University of London); Prof Christopher Southgate (University of Exeter); Adrian Barlow (St Philip & St James, Cheltenham); and Andrew Taylor (St Philip & St James, Cheltenham). Tuesday Lectures: £10 (£20 for all three). Under 25/Student: £5 inc refreshments. Study Day, Saturday 9 May: £20 (or £10 one session). Under 25/Student: £5 inc refreshments. For further information contact Andrew Taylor at Tickets can be purchased on their website or on the door.

Tue 21 Apr14:00The Diocese of Gloucester(4.7mi)

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