Make a weekend of it

Plan your visit

Everything you need for a relaxed, colourful and memorable day in Stroud.

Everyone is welcome

Accessibility

The event takes place in central Stroud, most of which has step-free access.

Lansdown Hall

The first-floor hall is normally accessed by stairs with handrails. Step-free access is available at the back of the building in Bank Gardens. Accessible toilets are next to the bar and in the gallery.

The Shambles Market

Step-free access is available via the rear entrance and accessible toilets are available on the premises.

If you have particular access requirements, please contact us in advance and we will make every effort to assist.

Sunday, 13th June 2027

Opening times

Mega Workshop 3.0

Lansdown Hall, Lansdown, Stroud GL5 1BB

11am-2pm

Twist and Stroud Market

The Shambles, High Street, Stroud GL5 1AP

9am-5pm

Travel

Getting here

By car

Enter GL5 1JL on your Sat Nav for Church Street car park, which is the nearest car park for the Market and Workshop venues, located in the centre of Stroud. Alternatively, see the Parking options to enter your exact destination postcode.

  • M4 from London (Westbound): Exit at Junction 15 and take the A419 towards Cirencester and Stroud.
  • M4 from Bristol (Eastbound): Exit at Junction 18 and take the A46 towards Nailsworth.
  • M5 from Bristol (Northbound) or Birmingham (Southbound): Exit at Junction 13 and take the A419 towards Stonehouse.

By train

Great Western Railway serves Stroud town centre, including services from London Paddington.

By coach and bus

Gloucester is the nearest coach hub. Local buses connect Stroud with Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cirencester, Dursley, Nailsworth, Stonehouse and Painswick.

Need a taxi?

The main taxi drop-off and collection area is on Merrywalks Road. Stroud Taxi: 01453 750211.

Getting here

Arriving by car

Parking

Independent Stroud

Eat & drink

Stroud is known for its thriving independent food scene, with welcoming cafés, vibrant eateries and award-winning restaurants.

Stay a little longer

Accommodation

Nestled among the rolling hills of the Five Valleys, Stroud is a wonderful place to slow down and immerse yourself in a weekend of creativity.

Discover the town

Things to do in Stroud

Stroud is a vibrant town with plenty of history, culture and an independent vibe, so why not make a weekend of it!

On Saturdays, Stroud comes alive with its famous historic Farmer’s Market and Shambles Market. Enjoy local makes and produce, take a long walk along the canal, or simply find a little cafe and watch the world go by.

If you enjoy long walks, why not take the Coal, Cloth & Canals walk.

Or keep it simple and have a walk along Rodborough Common and end with a delicious ice cream from Winstone’s.

Museum lovers can visit Museum in the Park.

For live music, The Sub Rooms hosts many events, which you may enjoy, or check out what is on at the SVA.

Sample some of Stroud’s delicious local beers at Stroud Brewery.

For more information, please visit Visit Stroud.

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