Try your hand at a new craft, learn new foodie skills, enjoy games or a new year run with friends and more – all while sampling delicious treats from some of the best independent foodie hotspots around – at Gloucester Food Dock's Workshop Week this January 2026.
A week-long series of workshops and meets dedicated to creativity and wellbeing, the Food Dock is inviting people to discover a new hobby and 'find their people' at a range of events, taking place from Monday 19 to Sunday 25 January 2026.
From running clubs and a walking tour, to crafts for all ages and games, there're activities for everyone alongside great offers on food and drink throughout the week, too.
Bring Your Own Craft Night at Our House Bar at Gloucester Food Dock
Renowned for its wine and cocktails, the Food Dock's warm and welcoming Our House Bar is inviting people to bring along their own crafts – from embroidery sets, to crochet projects and more – to cosy up and get creative over drinks at its free-to-attend Bring Your Own Craft Night, on Monday 19 January 2026.
Wood-fired Pizza Making Class at Bella Mia Pizza at Gloucester Food Dock
On Tuesday 20 January 2026, pizza lovers looking to master the dough throw or the perfect sauce swirl can learn how to make wood-fired pizza at Bella Mia Pizza.
Costing £50 per person, owners Jamie and Jake will guide participants through the 'Italian artistry' of the Neapolitan pizza, with the ticket including a cocktail from its neighbouring bar, Green Door at No.1. Starting at 6pm, email no.1@bellamiapizza.co.uk to book a spot.
Crystal Bracelet Workshop and How to Make the Perfect Homemade Tonic Demonstrations at Roots + Seeds at Gloucester Food Dock
Make personalised crystal bracelets to take home featuring a variety of semi-precious stone and crystal beads, with a workshop from Piece by Jackson at Roots + Seeds on Wednesday 21 January 2026, from 6pm til 8pm. Costing £23 per person, tickets are available at piecebyjackson.com/upcomingevents/p/crystal-bracelet-workshop.
Then on Thursday 22, Roots + Seeds co-owner Sam will be giving free demonstrations of how to make the perfect homemade tonic at 6pm and 7pm. Spaces are limited, email gloucester@rootsandseeds.co.uk to book your spot.
Board Games Night at Hop Kettle at Gloucester Food Dock
Join 'legendary' quiz master Andy at craft beer pub Hop Kettle for an evening dedicated to board games, from 6pm on Thursday 22 January 2026.
Taking over its cosy corners and long tables upstairs, Andy will be on hand to provide any tips you might need at the free entry event, while you can also bring your own games along, too.
Men's and women's running club meets at Gloucester Food Dock
Start the new year by getting active with two running club meets that are free to take part in, starting and ending at the Food Dock.
Join Some Girls Run on Sunday 25 January 2026 for a beginner-friendly all girls run, with a wind down, rest up and chance to connect with fellow runners afterwards at Hetty’s Place cafe. The run starts from Hetty's at 9.30am.
The Gentlemen's Run Club also hosts its first meet of the year on Sunday 25, with a run for all abilities followed by coffee at The Scandinavian Coffee Pod, where the run starts from at 9am.
Walking tour of Gloucester Docks from Gloucester Food Dock
If local culture is more your thing, join a walking tour of the historic Gloucester Docks on Saturday 24 January 2026, in partnership with the Gloucester Civic Trust. Tickets cost £10, with the walk starting from 11am outside Wholly Gelato. To book a spot, email info@gloucesterfooddock.co.uk.
Food offers and kids eat free at Gloucester Food Dock's Workshop Week
Families can also take advantage of an offer from Chuck Burger, on Saturday 24 January 2026 from 12pm, where kids under 10 eat free – while the younger ones can join in the creativity by decorating their own burger boxes.
And at Mexican eatery Elote, there's a weekday menu special where you can create your own tacos, with a large wooden board containing pots of ingredients – including slow-cooked fillings, cheese, roasted veg, warm sauces and spicy winter salsa – and a pile of tortillas served at your table, with a chance to win a meal for two by uploading a photo of your tacos to Instagram.
For more information about what's on at Gloucester Food Dock for Workshop Week, visit gloucesterfooddock.co.uk.
