Upcoming events.
Cirencester Clothes Swap
We are looking forward to hosting the first Cirencester Clothes Swap at The Old Department Store. Come along, swap for a new summer wardrobe and see the circular economy in action! Access your free ticket here.
Community Partnership: Workbench Sessions
We are excited to welcome The Cirencester Workbench to The Old Department Store.
The Cirencester Workbench (TCW) is a welcoming, hands-on space where people can gather to learn & swap practical and creative skills. It brings together existing local forces for good - the Cirencester Repair Café, Makers and Menders, Dr Bike, The Men’s Shed, Cirencester Clothes Swap and Quin Woodcraft. Alongside existing sessions that these endeavours already deliver in the Cirencester area, TCW provides a new space and opportunity for additional sessions & workshops, that will allow these activities to grow, reaching more people, more often.
Drop in and join in with this session, no booking required.
Sportily | Strength and Tone
Hosted by Sportily in our Sanctuary Space, these fitness classes are community-focused resistance training sessions. Book online.
£5 per session
Please book in advance via the Sportily website: sportily.org.uk/cirencester
Community Partnership: Silent Book Club
We love hosting the Silent Book Club at The Old Department Store each month. Everyone is welcome, just drop in, grab a coffee from The Long Table, and bring along your current read. It’s all about good company, great coffee, and shared quiet moments with a book.
Sportily | Strength and Tone
Hosted by Sportily in our Sanctuary Space, these fitness classes are community-focused resistance training sessions. Book online.
£5 per session
Please book in advance via the Sportily website: sportily.org.uk/cirencester
Sportily | Strength and Tone
Hosted by Sportily in our Sanctuary Space, these fitness classes are community-focused resistance training sessions. Book online.
£5 per session
Please book in advance via the Sportily website: sportily.org.uk/cirencester
Community Partnership: Workbench Sessions
We are excited to welcome The Cirencester Workbench to The Old Department Store.
The Cirencester Workbench (TCW) is a welcoming, hands-on space where people can gather to learn & swap practical and creative skills. It brings together existing local forces for good - the Cirencester Repair Café, Makers and Menders, Dr Bike, The Men’s Shed, Cirencester Clothes Swap and Quin Woodcraft. Alongside existing sessions that these endeavours already deliver in the Cirencester area, TCW provides a new space and opportunity for additional sessions & workshops, that will allow these activities to grow, reaching more people, more often.
Drop in and join in with this session, no booking required.
The Long Table | Live Music
On Saturday 9th May, we’re looking forward to an evening of great food at The Long Table with incredible live music from Jamie Blackburn.
Jamie is one of the Cotswolds most loved cover musicians, playing popular songs everyone can enjoy from Elvis to Avicii.
The Long Table kitchen will be serving up a pay-as-you-can dinner from 6-7.30pm.
There is no need to book and everyone is welcome!
Sportily | Strength and Tone
Hosted by Sportily in our Sanctuary Space, these fitness classes are community-focused resistance training sessions. Book online.
£5 per session
Please book in advance via the Sportily website: sportily.org.uk/cirencester
Sportily | Strength and Tone
Hosted by Sportily in our Sanctuary Space, these fitness classes are community-focused resistance training sessions. Book online.
£5 per session
Please book in advance via the Sportily website: sportily.org.uk/cirencester
Community Partnership: Workbench Sessions
We are excited to welcome The Cirencester Workbench to The Old Department Store.
The Cirencester Workbench (TCW) is a welcoming, hands-on space where people can gather to learn & swap practical and creative skills. It brings together existing local forces for good - the Cirencester Repair Café, Makers and Menders, Dr Bike, The Men’s Shed, Cirencester Clothes Swap and Quin Woodcraft. Alongside existing sessions that these endeavours already deliver in the Cirencester area, TCW provides a new space and opportunity for additional sessions & workshops, that will allow these activities to grow, reaching more people, more often.
Drop in and join in with this session, no booking required.
The Long Table | Board Games
Come along for a relaxed morning of board games—whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’ll have a mix of modern games to try out, and friendly faces to play with, hosted by a games enthusiast and friend of The Long Table. All games group attendees get 20% off coffees and cakes and pay-as-you-can lunch served from 12:00pm–14:30pm. No need to book – just drop in.
The Long Table | Craft Corner
Bring along whatever you’re working on — knitting, crochet, sewing, patching up a pair of socks — and join us at The Long Table. It’s a friendly open space for beginners and pros, quiet stitchers and chatterers — everyone’s welcome. Enjoy 20% off coffee and cake for all crafters — because crafting is always better with a warm drink and something sweet
Sportily | Strength and Tone
Hosted by Sportily in our Sanctuary Space, these fitness classes are community-focused resistance training sessions. Book online.
£5 per session
Please book in advance via the Sportily website: sportily.org.uk/cirencester
The Long Table | Board Games
Come along for a relaxed morning of board games—whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’ll have a mix of modern games to try out, and friendly faces to play with, hosted by a games enthusiast and friend of The Long Table. All games group attendees get 20% off coffees and cakes and pay-as-you-can lunch served from 12:00pm–14:30pm. No need to book – just drop in.
The Long Table | Board Games
Come along for a relaxed morning of board games—whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’ll have a mix of modern games to try out, and friendly faces to play with, hosted by a games enthusiast and friend of The Long Table. All games group attendees get 20% off coffees and cakes and pay-as-you-can lunch served from 12:00pm–14:30pm. No need to book – just drop in.
The Long Table | Craft Corner
Bring along whatever you’re working on — knitting, crochet, sewing, patching up a pair of socks — and join us at The Long Table. It’s a friendly open space for beginners and pros, quiet stitchers and chatterers — everyone’s welcome. Enjoy 20% off coffee and cake for all crafters — because crafting is always better with a warm drink and something sweet
The Long Table | Live Music
We’re excited to welcome the incredible Some Voices Choir to The Old Department Store on Friday 17th April!
Some Voices is a contemporary non-audition choir who sing banging pop songs. From Raye to Chappell Roan, Back Street Boys to Madonna, expect five part harmonies, mash ups, dancing and joy, in equal measure.
The Long Table bar will be open from 6pm, with snacks and drinks available for you to enjoy throughout the performance.
Some Voices Choir will perform at 7.30pm
There is no need to book, all are welcome!
Sportily | Strength and Tone
Hosted by Sportily in our Sanctuary Space, these fitness classes are community-focused resistance training sessions. Book online.
£5 per session
Please book in advance via the Sportily website: sportily.org.uk/cirencester
The Long Table | Open Mic Night
Are you curious about performing in a friendly and welcoming space? Join us every third Thursday of the month for The Long Table’s regular open mic night.
A guitar is available to borrow and snacks and drinks can be purchased all evening from The Long Table bar.
All levels of ability and experience are welcome. No need to book- just turn up!
7-9pm.
Community Partnership: Workbench Sessions
We are excited to welcome The Cirencester Workbench to The Old Department Store.
The Cirencester Workbench (TCW) is a welcoming, hands-on space where people can gather to learn & swap practical and creative skills. It brings together existing local forces for good - the Cirencester Repair Café, Makers and Menders, Dr Bike, The Men’s Shed, Cirencester Clothes Swap and Quin Woodcraft. Alongside existing sessions that these endeavours already deliver in the Cirencester area, TCW provides a new space and opportunity for additional sessions & workshops, that will allow these activities to grow, reaching more people, more often.
Drop in and join in with this session, no booking required.
The Long Table | Spring Market
Join us at The Long Table on 15th April for a special Spring Market, taking place between 10:30am to 2:00pm!
The Long Table’s wonderful producers and suppliers will be showcasing their exceptional produce, giving you the opportunity to discover what makes their products so special. If you’re curious, you’ll be able to ask questions, hear their stories, learn about their farming and production methods, explore their sustainability practices, get inspiration for how to use their ingredients at home, and of course purchase their products directly on the day.
These include:
Abbey Home Farm
Ampney Brook Farm
Great Cotmarsh Farm
Extract Coffee
Cacklebean Eggs
Severn Cider
Corinium Ales
Andy Rumming
The Long Table team is incredibly proud of the relationships they have with local producers and can’t wait for you to meet them, taste their produce, and find out more about the people behind the food.
We look forward to seeing you there!
The Long Table | Board Games
Come along for a relaxed morning of board games—whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’ll have a mix of modern games to try out, and friendly faces to play with, hosted by a games enthusiast and friend of The Long Table. All games group attendees get 20% off coffees and cakes and pay-as-you-can lunch served from 12:00pm–14:30pm. No need to book – just drop in.
The Long Table | Craft Corner
Bring along whatever you’re working on — knitting, crochet, sewing, patching up a pair of socks — and join us at The Long Table. It’s a friendly open space for beginners and pros, quiet stitchers and chatterers — everyone’s welcome. Enjoy 20% off coffee and cake for all crafters — because crafting is always better with a warm drink and something sweet
The Long Table | Craft Corner
Bring along whatever you’re working on — knitting, crochet, sewing, patching up a pair of socks — and join us at The Long Table. It’s a friendly open space for beginners and pros, quiet stitchers and chatterers — everyone’s welcome. Enjoy 20% off coffee and cake for all crafters — because crafting is always better with a warm drink and something sweet
The Long Table | Live Music
Join us for an evening at The Long Table with live music from the fabulous Cirencester Community Choir!
Cirencester Community Choir began singing together in 2010 and is led by Vicky Sweeney and a team of fabulous Voice Leaders. A Natural Voice choir who foster a relaxed and friendly approach to a cappella singing for pleasure, they are a fully inclusive group where no previous experience is required to join.
They will be singing songs and rounds from all over the world- some pop, folk and gospel too- all in glorious 3 and 4 part harmony!
The Long Table will be serving up a pay-as-you can dinner from 6-7.30pm, made with love and community spirit.
There is no need to book and all are welcome!
Kids Stuff | Easter Craft
Join Kids Stuff every day during the Easter holidays for many crafts and activities!
Friday we are having a go at creating some pipe cleaner animals. Let the pipe cleaner takes your imagination, for all ages and abilities. Lets create a Zoo! A member of the team will be hosting 10.30-12.30
All our craft tables are offered: Pay as you can which means if you have enjoyed creating with us and you can, please pop a donation in the pot, at the till or scan our QR code, so we can continue to provide sessions that support local families.
Sportily | Strength and Tone
Hosted by Sportily in our Sanctuary Space, these fitness classes are community-focused resistance training sessions. Book online.
£5 per session
Please book in advance via the Sportily website: sportily.org.uk/cirencester
Kids Stuff | Easter Craft
Join Kids Stuff every day during the Easter holidays for many crafts and activities!
Thursday we are having a go at creating some Easter inspired Spoon Puppets, bunnies, chicks its up to you! For all ages and abilities. Lets have our own puppet show! A member of the team will be hosting 10.30-12.30
All our craft tables are offered: Pay as you can which means if you have enjoyed creating with us and you can, please pop a donation in the pot, at the till or scan our QR code, so we can continue to provide sessions that support local families.
Sportily | Easter Family Fitness
Join the team for Sportily for an Easter special Family Fitness activity in the Kids Stuff play space.
This will be an interactive movement session for parents, carers and children to join in and have fun together!
Kids Stuff | Reading Afternoon
The Lovely Annie Rider is coming along to Kids Stuff to read her wonderful book - Happy Caterpillar.
Come along and have a lovely time with Annie.
This is a Pay-as-you-can event and no need to book just come along and join in the fun.
Kids Stuff | Supported Drop In
Come and join Kids Stuff at their weekly supported drop-in session – every Wednesday.
This is a gentle, welcoming space held in the Kids Stuff play area, where parents and carers can spend time together, rest, and connect.
The lovely Kids Stuff activity lead Rosie will be there to welcome anyone new, especially those needing a place of refuge from the storms of life.
Drop in anytime between 10–11.30am for a warm drink, snacks for little ones, and time to be part of our community.
Everyone is welcome here.
We also love opening our space to partners from the local community.
Kids Stuff | Easter Craft
Join Kids Stuff every day during the Easter holidays for many crafts and activities!
Tuesday we are having a go at creating some egg box animal portraits, let your imagination run wild, for all ages and abilities. No need to book, just drop in and join in the craft being offered that day! A member of the team will be hosting 10.30-12.30
All our craft tables are offered: Pay as you can which means if you have enjoyed creating with us and you can, please pop a donation in the pot, at the till or scan our QR code, so we can continue to provide sessions that support local families.
Kids Stuff | Easter Craft
Join Kids Stuff every day during the Easter holidays for many crafts and activities!
Wednesday we are having a go at creating some egg box chickens with extra feathers, let your imagination run wild, for all ages and abilities. A member of the team will be hosting 10.30-12.30
All our craft tables are offered: Pay as you can which means if you have enjoyed creating with us and you can, please pop a donation in the pot, at the till or scan our QR code, so we can continue to provide sessions that support local families.