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Join us on Easter Monday for our annual exhibition of Classic, Custom and Vintage Vehicles in Coleford Town Centre!

12/06/2026

🚨 VOLUNTEERS WANTED! 🚨

The Coleford Carnival of Transport is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our committee and help keep this fantastic local event on the road for future generations.

We are currently seeking people to fill the following key roles:

✅ Head Marshall✅ Deputy Chairman✅ Secretary

Whether you have experience in organising events or simply want to give something back to the community, we'd love to hear from you.

The Carnival has been a proud part of Coleford's heritage for many years, showcasing vintage vehicles, transport history, and bringing thousands of visitors together. But events like this can only continue with the support of dedicated volunteers.

If you have a few hours to spare and would like to be part of something special, please get in touch.

Together, we can keep the tradition alive and make the next Carnival bigger and better than ever!

📩 Message the page for more information or to express your interest.

24/04/2026

We need your help!! 😁
To enable us to run such a wonderful event we rely massively on our wonderful volunteers, and for next year we I hope that we can grow our volunteer team.
If you would love to be involved and please do pop a message on Mesenger and we will get back to you.
Whether you i’m interest on joining the committee for be part of the day, all hands are very welcome and massively appreciated. 🤗

17/04/2026

Support a great local charity and make a difference x

09/04/2026

Here is a selection of photographs from the wonderful Easter Monday carnival of transport.

If you’ve got any photos, then please do add them to our Coleford Carnival of Transport group page, we’d love to see them.
Do you feel free to tag these photos! 😀

Looking forward to seeing some of the amazing shots you all took! 🙂

06/04/2026

What a day!! 🤩🎉

We had an absolute blast at the carnival and wow… the weather really showed off for us too! ☀️🙌 We hope you all had just as much fun as we did.

If you came along, we’d LOVE to know — what was your favourite part? What did you 😍 love the most?

A huge shoutout to all the incredible volunteer organisations and the amazing people working hard behind the scenes 👏
And of course, a massive THANK YOU to all our fantastic stall holders serving up delicious food 🍔🌭, the exhibitors bringing along stunning machines 🚗✨, and every single one of you who came out to support us — you made the day truly special!

🚗 🚕 🚛 🚚

Wishing you all a very Happy Easter Monday from everyone at 🐣💛

04/04/2026

Celebrating another one of our wonderful volunteer organisations. 🙌🏻

The Rotary Club of the Royal Forest of Dean is a group of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers who actively contribute their time and skills to support their local community. Guided by the Rotary principle of “Service Above Self,” members are committed to making a positive impact both locally and beyond. As part of the wider global Rotary network, the club is connected to a worldwide community focused on humanitarian service and community development.

A central part of the club’s fundraising efforts is the Forest of Dean Trails Half Marathon, an event they organise twice each year. Hosted at Speech House Field, the marathon attracts participants from across the region and beyond. Largely run by volunteers, the event has become a well-established and successful initiative, generating vital funds that enable the club to provide meaningful support to local charities. In addition to these regular activities, the club also responds to urgent situations, offering assistance during natural and manmade disasters when needed.

Over the years, the Rotary Club of the Royal Forest of Dean has contributed to a number of significant projects within the community. These include support for The Victoria Centre in Lydney, the Dean Heritage Centre, Great Oaks Hospice, and the Dark Hill project near Coleford, all reflecting the club’s ongoing commitment to improving local facilities and services.

03/04/2026

We have been celebrating our volunteer groups this week and today I want to share a wonderful write up by Ruth Smith of the Gloucs Guides and Rangers.

Guides & Rangers: More Than Just Crafts!
Guides and Rangers in Gloucestershire have an actionpacked year ahead, filled with challenge, adventure, and opportunities that stretch far beyond the craft table.
Four of our Rangers have been selected to represent Gloucestershire on an international trip to Switzerland — an incredible achievement and a chance to take part in global Guiding. Each Ranger is working hard to raise £2030 to make the trip possible, and their fundraising efforts are already well underway.
We’re also committed to making a difference closer to home. This year we’re proudly supporting The Hedgehog Trust, helping protect one of Britain’s most loved (and most endangered) wild animals. As part of our efforts, we’ll be taking on a sponsored walk, combining community action with teamwork and determination.
Community spirit has been a big theme for us recently. We’ve taken part in a litterpick/chip walk, tidying up our local area before rewarding ourselves with wellearned chips — the perfect mix of service and fun.
Our celebrations have already taken us around the world — quite literally. For Thinking Day, we joined the district for a globalthemed adventure, exploring cultures, traditions, and the spirit of international friendship. Our Guides shone as they supported the younger Rainbows throughout the event, showing leadership, kindness, and the true heart of Guiding.
And because adventure is at the core of what we do, we’ve packed the calendar with unforgettable experiences, including:
• 🏉 Watching the Six Nations Women’s Rugby, celebrating strength, skill, and women in sport
• 😄 A sleepover at AirHop, full of bouncing, bonding, and big laughs
• 🌍 Opportunities to grow confidence, leadership, and independence through realworld challenges
Guides and Rangers is a place where young people discover what they’re capable of. Yes, we enjoy crafts — but we’re also about travel, sport, community action, fundraising, friendship, and stepping boldly into new experiences.
We’re not just crafts. We’re building confidence, supporting our community, and embracing adventure every step of the way.

31/03/2026

We’re proud that Lydney Dial-a-Ride is our official charity for all donations ❤️

Lydney Dial-a-Ride is a fantastic community transport service supporting people across the Forest of Dean who may struggle to access public transport. They provide safe, reliable, door-to-door journeys for shopping, medical appointments, and social activities—helping people stay independent and connected.

Their work makes a real difference by reducing isolation and ensuring that those who need extra support can still get out and about with ease. From accessible minibuses to volunteer drivers, every journey they provide helps improve someone’s quality of life.

We’re honoured to support such a vital service, and every donation we receive will go towards helping them continue their incredible work 🚐

30/03/2026

The day wouldn’t go ahead as planned if we didn’t have some of the wonderful assistance from some wonderful organisations that offer their services. 😊

This week, we would to tell you about a few of them as we progress towards the weekend, and today we want to tell you about The Royal British Legion Riders Branch.

The Royal British Legion Riders Branch is a unique community of motorcyclists who share a passion for riding and a commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community.

As part of the Royal British Legion, the Riders Branch raises vital funds through events, ride-outs, and participation in campaigns like the Poppy Appeal.

But it’s about more than just fundraising. The branch brings people together—creating camaraderie, supporting veterans and their families, and proudly taking part in remembrance events across the UK.

Whether it’s riding for a cause, honouring those who served, or simply building a strong and supportive community, the Riders Branch stands united on two wheels. 🏍️🌺

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Tourist Information Centre, Lord's Hill
Coleford

Website

https://colefordcarnivaloftransport.co.uk/

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