Can I bring a carer if I need to?

Of course, please just register them on Eventbrite too so we know how many people are coming.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the event will be taking place on the ground floor of a fully wheelchair accessible building with accessible toilets available too.

Yes, there is free parking available onsite. There are also a limited number of blue badge parking spaces.

Can I access the venue on the bus?

Yes, the nearest bus stop is Coleford, Bank House on the no24 route from Gloucester. This is right outside Dora Matthews House.

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Wednesday, 1 October

Speak Up Group - Access to Public Transport & Leisure Activities

By Inclusion Gloucestershire

Come join us at Speak Up Group to discuss how to improve access to public transport and leisure activities in our community!

Date and time

Location

Dora Matthews House, Extra Care - Ambient Support

16 Bank Street Coleford GL16 8BA United Kingdom

Agenda

10:30 AM - 10:40 AM

Welcome

Inclusion Gloucestershire

Welcome to the group. People to come in, grab a drink and take a seat ready to start.

10:40 AM - 10:45 AM

Opening Introductions

Faye

Who are we & why are we here? What are we doing today and what will happen after?

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Speak Up Group

Faye & Andy

Speak up group discussion - a chance for you to have your say and share your experiences with us.

11:30 AM - 11:40 AM

Short Break

Take 10 minutes to have a drink or a biscuit, stretch your legs etc...

11:40 AM - 12:25 PM

Travel Training Workshop

Olivia & a Project Worker

Olivia will introduce her project and work with people to see how they might be able to support with getting out and about and using public transport.

12:25 PM - 12:30 PM

Closing Words

Faye

What happens next? Confirm plans for travel training options next week.

Good to know

Highlights

2 hours
In person

About this event

Travel & Outdoor • Travel

Welcome to the Speak Up Group event focusing on Access to Public Transport & Leisure Activities! Join us at Dora Matthews House, Extra Care - Ambient Support on October 1, 2025 at 10:30 AM (Europe/London Time).

Get ready to engage in insightful discussions, share experiences, and learn about ways to access to public transport and leisure activities in our community. This event aims to empower individuals to voice their needs and work towards being able to access the places they want to with independence.

Mark your calendars and we look forward to seeing you there!

Organised by

Inclusion Gloucestershire

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