Events

The town centre of Coleford provides a natural environment for events of all shapes and sizes. Over the years the Town Council have worked hard to support the many volunteer groups that stage the ever popular programme of events.

The season starts early in February with a commemoration of the Battle of Coleford that took place on the 20th February 1643 and runs right the way through until the town's Christmas festivities begin at the start of December.

To download our full 2026 Events Programme please click here

Regular events

Coleford Country Market

Held next to the Co-op every Friday and Saturday, 10.00-12.00, from March to December. Home baking, produce and craft items. See http://colefordcountrymarket.co.uk/ Contact info@colefordcountrymarket.co.uk.

Pride of Coleford Community Awards - 21 November 2026

Nominations for the annual Pride of Coleford awards will open in the Summer. POC2

Coleford Christmas Lights Switch On and Lantern Parade - 28 November 2026

Join Coleford in launching their Official Countdown to Christmas with the switching on of the lights. This will be a town centre event with stalls, fun fair rides (for young children)...

Carols around the Christmas Tree - 23 December 2026

Following the success of the last three events, Join Coleford Town Council and local musical groups to welcome in the festive period with Carols around the Christmas Tree. There will be...

Cyclocross at the Angus Buchanan VC Recreation Ground - 17 January 2027

Royal Dean Forest Cycling Club (RDFCC) will host the return of a British Cycling affiliated cyclocross race which will be one round in the Western Cyclocross League’s upcoming winter season....

Commemoration of the Battle of Coleford - 20 February 2027

Join members from the Sealed Knot for the annual commemoration of the 1643 Battle of Coleford. A small parade will leave Mushet Walk at approximately 11:20am and then assemble in the...