Summer holidays at Brimscombe Mill.

Welcome

Brimscombe Mill is a social enterprise hub where business can be a force for good, helping people, society and the planet to flourish to build a more just and connected local economy.

From pay as you can meals and affordable second hand furniture to bike repairs and children’s essentials our vision is rooted in shared purpose and community involvement.

When we were at risk of losing our home in 2024, it was the strength of this community and a surprise donation from actor Daniel Craig that helped secure our future here.

Author of Doughnut Economics Kate Raworth said after her visit:
“Thank you for inviting me into your community. The buzz of activity in Brimscombe Mill, and the warmth of company at the Long Table gave me such a strong sense of the regenerative and distributive future we know we can create. I hope many more people keep coming through your doors to experience it for themselves.”

Our social enterprises

  • TUESDAY – FRIDAY 10-4PM
    THURSDAY 10AM–7PM
    SATURDAY 10AM–4PM

    Supporting local families, building community. A second hand children’s shop demonstrating that ‘raising a family doesn’t have to cost the earth.’

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  • TUESDAY – SATURDAY 10AM–5PM

    THURSDAY - 10AM-7PM

    Bike Drop Stroud is a community bike shop offering quality pre-owned and new bikes including e-bikes for all ages. They service all bikes and train the next generation of mechanics.

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  • TUESDAY – SATURDAY 10AM-4PM
    THURSDAY – FRIDAY 10AM-7PM
    SATURDAY 10AM-8PM

    Lunch 12-2pm

    A Pay as you can restaurant delivering change one bite at a time.

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  • TUESDAY – SATURDAY 10AM–4PM

    The Home Remedy exists to make a house feel like home — affordably and sustainably.

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What’s on at The Mill

  • Family Events

    Kids events at the mill are creative, playful and always welcoming, from author pop-ups to pay as you can farms, craft tables, and scavenger hunts. We make it easy for families to have fun, connect, and be a part of our mill community.

  • Workshops & Talks

    Our workshops and talks aim to bring people together to learn, create and connect, from practical skills like knitting and upcycling to talks that spark deeper conversation through our Sanctuary Series there is always something on.

  • Live Music

    Live music at The Long Table celebrates everyone from local singer-songwriters, grassroots talent and acclaimed artists in an intimate, welcoming setting. Everyone’s invited to experience great music, good food, and a shared sense of community no matter their budget.

  • Collaborative Events

    Our collaborative events bring in brilliant people and partners from our community. Join our Mini Makers Market or Sayeed the clothing alterations expert.

Check out All Our Events

A Place Of
Connection And Community

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We have a few spaces left on these lovely workshops, book through the link in our bio. Each Tuesday we are hosting our crafternoons, a space to book an hour for children who can work with adult guidance to learn a new craft. Each session is an hour a
Calling all young craft enthusiasts. In the summer holidays, every Tuesday we are inviting a maker in to teach you new skills, these are workshops for children able to work independently with guidance from a teacher. From jewellery making to soap car
Come join us this week, try our new seating outside, it’s shady in the hot sun of the evening and perfect for a coffee in the morning. This week- here’s what’s on… 📍 Tuesday 🧒 messy play in the sanctuary 10.30-12 👔 Sayee
Public service announcement- Summer holidays at the mill… link in bio for all the action. We’ll keep this simple, there’s too much to share in one post. Tuesdays- craft day- workshops, craft tables and more. Wednesdays- animal day-

The possibilities are
extraordinary

Latest news

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Get on your bike
Get on your bike

Brimscombe Mill is a haven for cyclists, with facilities, refreshments and, of course, The Bike Drop in residence. We chatted to cycling enthusiast and founder, Harry, about the latest plans for business and how Stroud is the ideal place for those on two wheels.

A day in the life
A day in the life

We met with Caroline, Kid Stuff’s Marketing Manager, to find out what happens on a typical day at the much loved children’s shop.

Work placements
Work placements

A placement is the word we use for a job specially prepared for someone who has a barrier to working.

Plan your visit

Parking on site

Our site is one way to make it as safe as possible for our guests. Please observe the 5mph speed limit and park behind the building.

Priority is given to families and those with accessibility issues on site. On street parking can be found nearby.

Cycling

We encourage visitors to travel by bike. There are many cycle routes that pass by, and bike parking found near the rear of the site.

Accessibility

The main entrance is accessible by ramp. Please note that the floor is often uneven. There is an accessible toilet available onsite and disabled parking outside our Sanctuary space