February 2026 Newsletter
It has been a short but very busy month! A few highlights:
The government announces £1billion for Community Energy; let's get ready to benefit from this new funding here in the Forest.
We took part in an event for Gloucestershire Parish & Town Councils. Let your local councillors know to get in touch if they would like a copy of the slides.
Our first-ever Board Meeting took place! Another milestone for FCE. During the meeting we officially appointed our Professional Advisor, Emma-Jayne Williams.
We have been meeting in local cafes around the District - supporting our local small businesses and community cafes and giving out our coasters.
There is a Future Energy Landscapes workshop happening on 4th March in Dymock & Bromesberrow Parish. We have been helping spread the word.
Our Membership is Growing!
With 40 paid members to date, we are delighted to be welcoming so many new people from all over the Forest of Dean District (and a few beyond)! It's just £1 and very easy to sign-up online. We need you!
Events For Your Diary
We will be taking our fabulous new banners to events around the District. It would be lovely to see you there!
The Carnival of Transport in Coleford on Easter Sunday, April 6th.
Coleford Community Vision free event at Coleford Baptist Church. Friday 24th April, 12:00–8:00 pm and Saturday 25th April, 10:00–4:00 pm.
The Spring Food Festival at Speech House on Sunday 24th May, 10:00 -5.00 pm.
And...
Our next group meeting is on Thursday 12th March Online 7-8.00 pm. If you would like to join in, you are very welcome. Please send us an email requesting an invitation.
