The Long Table Lates: Izzie Yardley + Aellin
Join us for an evening of spellbinding live music.
Izzie Yardley is a singer-songwriter based in Somerset. She has attracted critical recognition as a singer, lyricist and multi-instrumentalist, crafting detailed songs laced with imagination, emotion and beguiling complexity, which draw from British folk traditions as well as the jazz and classical music she grew up on.
Her sophmore EP ‘Pull Back The Sea‘ was released in October 2024 and produced by Dom Monks (Big Thief, Laura Marling, Billie Marten) and she is currently recording her debut album with producer Ethan Johns, due for release in 2026. She is becoming known for her captivating and unfettered live performances, recently opening for artists such as This Is The Kit, Jesca Hoop, Ocean Colour Scene, Beans On Toast and Supalung, playing festivals such as The Great Escape with Bob Harris’ Under The Apple Tree, and touring the UK with The Brother Brothers, Matt Deighton and Ida Mae.
“…a masterpiece of restraint” – Fatea
“…almost in jazz territory…distinctive style that is almost conversational but has a soulful, expressive edge. lovely lyrics too and a smartly fluid and imaginative arrangement” – Neil March
New Support Announcement: Âellin
Âellin is the project led by writer, producer and multi-instrumentalist Siân Magill. A burgeoning musical force in the UK experimental folk scene, Magill’s songcraft is marked by a spirit of restless exploration and curious wonder. Weaving together the acoustic instrumentation of a folk upbringing, synthetic granular textures and captured sound; Âellin forges new auditory worlds that embrace nonlinearity and experimentalism through narrative song and bold improvisation.
Timings:
19:00- Doors
19:30- Âellin
20:15- Izzie Yardley
Drinks and snacks will be served all evening from The Long Table bar.
This is an intimate gig with limited space, book your place to avoid disappointment.
TODS Turns One!
The Old Department Store is turning one—and we’d love for you to come celebrate with us!
It’s been a whole year since we’ve open our doors at The Old Department Store, and what a year it’s been. A building brought back to life, filled with brilliant people, delicious food, bold ideas, a deep sense of community and some real social impact.
To mark the occasion, TODS is hosting a site-wide celebration. A moment to pause, say thank you, and enjoy everything (and everyone) that’s made this possible.
What to expect:
✨ Pay-as-you-can food from The Long Table restaurant
✨ Live music
✨ Family-friendly activities and a few surprises
✨ A chance to explore and celebrate the amazing businesses and people under The Old Department Store’s roof
Whether you’ve been with us since day one or just popped in last week, this is for you. Come as you are, bring a friend, stay a while.
All welcome. Book your tickets here
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Open Mic Night
Are you curious about performing in a friendly and welcoming space? Join us every third Thursday of the month for our regular open mic night at The Old Department Store.
A guitar is available to borrow and snacks and drinks can be purchased all evening from The Long Table bar.
We welcome all levels of ability and experience and would love to see you there!
PRODUCERS & SUPPLIERS NIGHT WITH ABBEY HOME FARM
We’re thrilled to invite you to our second Producers & Suppliers Night, where we present the heart of our local food community!
This is where we showcase one of the incredible local producers and suppliers that we partner with to bring you delicious, pay-as-you-can meals made with love and care. On Friday 5th December we'll hear from Abbey Home Farm, an organic mixed farm in Gloucestershire who we're proud to say supply us with organic milk and pork.
The evening will start with a lovingly prepared dinner from our chefs, featuring organic pork from Abbey Home Farm alongside other local ingredients. John Newman, the manager at Abbey Home Farm will follow this with a presentation, ending with a brief Q&A. The night will be hosted by The Long Table founder Tom Herbert.
Join us in this celebration of food, community, and sustainable practices!
🕕 Timings:
6-7pm: A delicious pay-as-you-can dinner lovingly prepared by our chefs
7-8pm: John Newman Talk & Q&A
8-9pm: The Long Table bar will remain open for drinks
Booking isn’t required for this event- we'll have space ready at the table for you.
Dinner & Jazz By Candlelight
Join us for an evening of delicious food and smooth Jazz - by candlelight!
Just The Two Of Us is a sax and guitar duo playing Jazz, R&B, and Blues. Saxophonist Joe Cary is a clutch player, a veteran of large stages and small, who always brings a new twist to an old tune. Guitarist Ben Rosow is an American expat with Jazz/Blues/New Orleans funk/Big Band and L.A. Country credentials.
Our kitchen will be open 5.30-7.30pm, serving up a menu full of flavour, generosity, and community spirit.
Come to the table. Eat together. Enjoy the music.
The Long Table Lates: Fieldlily + Anna Westin
Join us for an evening of spellbinding live music with our TLT Lates series!
Fieldlily is a sister harmony duo who write gentle songs for weary hearts. Made up of Emillie and Beth Key, their music is characterised by seamless vocal harmonies, reverberating cadences and natural, unforced lyrics.
Highly accomplished instrumentalists, composers and singers, the duo’s sound has been likened to the greats of alt-folk genre such as Bon Iver, Simon and Garfunkel and the Fleet Foxes. Based in Devon, the soft wildness of the South West sings out in the sister’s work, and it is this sense of home, hope and family which ultimately tethers this duo to each other, infusing their music and comforting all those who listen.
Support comes from Anna Westin.
Anna Westin’s music fuses folk, electronic and experimental music, producing a raw and unique sound. Anna’s effortless vocals are often intertwined with spoken word poetry. As songwriter and poet, she has also produced scores for several British short films and has toured North America and the Middle East, performing throughout the UK. Currently based in London, UK, Anna’s latest album LEV was produced by Voka Gentle’s Ellie and Imogen Mason, and mixed by Marcus Hamblett, mastered by Harris Newman, and features Rob Pemberton (The Staves, Rachel Dadd, Willie Mason) and Joanne Clara (Roo Panes) among others. Anna is currently working with Hughie Gavin (JAKL) to release Archipelago EP in late 2026.
Timings:
19:00- Doors open
19:30- Anna Westin
20:15- Fieldlily
The Long Table Bar will be open serving snacks and drinks throughout the evening.
This is an intimate gig with limited spaces, please book your tickets via the link below to avoid disappointment.
DJ Open Workshop
Drop by on Monday 27th October and have a go on the decks with our free DJ workshop, 2-4pm!
Using CDJs, a laptop and a digital vinyl system. you’ll get hands on and learn the basics of mixing music. It’s designed with young people in mind- but open to all ages and abilities!
Whether you’re a curious beginner or just want to have some fun trying something new, come and get stuck in. No booking needed- just turn up!
Live Music: Pavo
On Saturday 25th October, enjoy a night of song with Pavo!
Singing all your favourite hits from 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s from 6-8pm.
There won’t be a pay-as-you-can dinner service, but our bar will be open, serving delicious drinks and snacks for you to enjoy as you listen 🎶 No need to book, just turn up!
We look forward to seeing you there 🙌
The Long Table Team x
Live Music: Sweet Nightingale
Join us for an evening of delicious food with live music!
Sweet Nightingale are a local acoustic duo who have been performing in Swindon and beyond for many years. They play an eclectic mix of tunes for all tastes and ages - 50s, 60, 70s, 80s, smooth jazz, easy listening, classic country, cheesy singalongs and contemporary pop/rock. Just one guitar, two voices and beautiful harmonies.
From 5.30-7.30pm we’ll be serving up a lovingly prepared pay as you can dinner- packed with flavour and community spirit.
See you at the table 🍽️
Open Mic Night
Are you curious about performing in a friendly and welcoming space? Join us every third Thursday of the month for our regular open mic night at The Old Department Store.
A guitar is available to borrow and snacks and drinks can be purchased all evening from The Long Table bar.
We welcome all levels of ability and experience and would love to see you there!
Live Music: Cirencester Community Choir
We’re very excited to host the fabulous Cirencester Community Choir!
Formed in 2010 and led by Vicky Sweeney and a team of fabulous Voice Leaders, they are a fully inclusive, Natural Voice choir who foster a relaxed and friendly approach to a cappella singing for pleasure.
Join us for drinks and snacks from The Long Table bar and enjoy songs and rounds from all over the world, including pop, folk and gospel- all in glorious 3 and 4 part harmony!
No booking required. All welcome.
6-8pm
Connections Through Stories: Readings from recent productions of Cirencester Theatre Company.
On Saturday 20th September, we’re thrilled to host Connection Through Stories; a showcase of talent from the writers at Cirencester Theatre Company, exploring themes of love and connection - through stories.
Join us for drinks and snacks from The Long Table Bar and enjoy some fabulous storytelling!
6-8pm
Open Mic Night
Are you curious about performing in a friendly and welcoming space? Join us every third Thursday of the month for our regular open mic night at The Old Department Store.
A guitar is available to borrow and snacks and drinks can be purchased all evening from The Long Table bar.
We welcome all levels of ability and experience and would love to see you there!
19:00-21:30
Live Music: Jamie Blackburn
Join us for a delicious pay-as-you-can meal with live music from Jamie Blackburn
Jamie Blackburn is one of the Cotswolds most loved cover musicians, performing in various lineups for over a decade.
Whether playing a chilled background set to diners or getting all ages up singing and dancing at a party, he specialises in playing ‘something for everyone,’ with popular songs ranging from Elvis to Hozier and and everything in between!
Come as you are. Eat well. Pay what you can. Enjoy the music.
Open Decks
The decks are open!
Come and play your favourite tunes and enjoy the choices of others! No DJ experience needed and everyone gets 20-30 minutes each.
Open to everyone, whether that’s to play or just listen!
The kitchen will be closed but snacks and drinks can be purchased all evening from The Long Table bar.
Live Music: Leon Daye
Join us for a delicious pay-what-you-can meal with live music from Leon Daye.
Leon is an energetic performer who draws inspiration from various musical styles. His songs range from upbeat sing-a-longs with acoustic rock guitar lines, to folk based traditional songwriting with delicate melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Although he has been writing and recording original music for over 20 years and has released several albums, he has also built up a healthy repertoire of cover songs from a large variety of artists and performs each with his own unique style and energy.
Come as you are. Eat well. Pay what you can. Enjoy the music.
Sanctuary Series | Louise Skelley
Join us for an inspiring evening as we welcome Louise Hunt Skelley – Paralympian, motivational speaker, and author of What’s Wrong With You?– to The Old Department Store as part of our Storytelling and Shared Voices theme.
The Sanctuary Series is a new programme of talks, sparking conversations that will explore pressing issues of our time. Hosted at The Old Department Store, the series brings together visionary thinkers, change makers, and creatives to spark dialogue and inspire action on themes of community, economic justice, sustainability, and the arts.
These events offer an opportunity to engage with globally renowned speakers and voices of local inspiration who are reshaping the way we think about the world.
Cocktails and snacks will be on sale from The Long Table bar.
The Architectural Happy Hour
Delicious pay-as-you-can dinner afterwards from 5-7pm.
Everyone is welcome, no ticket required.
Isak & Willow's Wedding!
Join us to celebrate Isak & Willow’s wedding! This amazing pair have given Tom the honour of officiating their blessing in The Sanctuary, followed by the most wonderful wedding breakfast, Long Table style!
In true Long Table fashion, we will be open to all with delicious pay-as-you-can food and live music. Join in, buy the newly-weds a drink and help make it an evening to remember.
Bar 6-11pm / pay-as-you-can meal 6-8pm
Live music from Songs From The Porch & DJ Will Mendoza 6-11pm
Steve Ferbrache
Join us for more, incredible live music from Steve Ferbrache, talented guitarist and vocalist from The Achievers & enjoy a delicious fragrant curry.
5-7pm Delicious pay-as-you-can evening meal.
5.30-7.30pm - live music.
Everybody welcome, bring a friend, no booking required.
Stroud Block Party DJ's Mendoza & Dubbu
The Long Table Summer Party - The big one! The Summer Party with local Stroud Block Party DJ's Mendoza & Dubbu playing al fresco sets (weather permitting). An opportunity to thank the community for their support and a great excuse for a party. Come and hang out, share food, drinks and enjoy a selection of seasonal summer sounds.
With delicious Pay-As-You-Can food drawing upon the finest local produce from 6-8pm and a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks being served through until 10:30pm
Fill the Mill! (everyone welcome, free entry)
Some Voices - The listening Lounge
Some Voices presents - The Listening Lounge
Listen to a 40 strong choir sing stripped back summer beats for you. Reimagining catchy pop tunes into stripped back beats and big-name bangers are reinvented as intimate ballads. Think Billie Eilish humming you a lullaby, or Taylor Swift coming to sing you a tea-time tune.
6-8pm Delicious pay-as-you-can dinner
7pm Live - Some Voices.
All welcome, no tickets required.
The Achievers
We are so excited that The Achievers are back at The Long Table! Their infectious rhythms, joyful melodies and jaw-dropping vocal harmonies have gained them much critical acclaim. The Achievers stand proudly as British Blues & Roots outliers, never quite fitting into one box or another – but always offering a truly unique, and highly entertaining night of original roots music.
6pm Doors/bar
6-8pm Delicious pay-as-you-can evening meal
7.45pm Live - The Achievers
Everyone welcome, no ticket required.
Friday night curry
Join us for a delicious curry and the very best tunes from Steve Ferbrache.
Food 5-7pm - live music 5.30-7.30pm
Everyone welcome, pay-as-you-can as always.
The Architectural Happy Hour
This month Millar & Howard will be shining a light on “Reusing materials”
Using second hand materials in building and interiors to save money and the planet.
Delicious pay-as-you-can dinner afterwards from 5-7pm.
Everyone is welcome, no ticket required.
Stroud Imagines: PLACE
Stroud Imagines is back at The Long Table!
Three guest speakers will be discussing the subject of PLACE.
The Long Table: A home for a community
Heavens: The right to public land
Boss Morris: Right to Roam
Bar from 6pm ( drinks and snacks) / Speakers from 7pm. Everyone welcome.
Steve Ferbrache
Join us and our resident musician Steve Ferbrache for a delicious Friday night curry.
Steve is one of the regions most popular and in-demand solo acoustic performers and when he’s not touring the UK & Europe with his band he Achievers, he likes nothing more than joining us at The Long Table. Steve delivers feel-good sets of laid back classics, album deep cuts and forgotten gems by some of the greatest artists of all time.
Delicious pay-as-you-can curry 5-7pm - Bar 5-8pm
Live music from Steve 5.30-7.30pm. All welcome, free entry.
Disco Sucks
Following a long period of hibernation, the lesser spotted Disco Sucks emerges from its burrow! The majestic party animal lumbers down to The Long Table for an evening of music and hi-jinks.
Come and witness this rare beast before it goes back underground...and celebrate 40 years of Ross.
With delicious Pay-As-You-Can food drawing upon the finest local produce from 6-8pm and a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks being served through until 10:30pm
Everyone welcome, free entry as always.
Sanctuary: Acapellies Community Choir
An immersive sound experience featuring polyphonic songs from around the world, sung by Acapellies Community Choir, led by Eleanor Holliday.
There will be two performances, at 7 & 8.15pm. Places are limited and booking is essential. To book a pay-as-you-can ticket, visit eventbrite.co.uk (search Acapellies).
Bar open & delicious pay-as-you-can meal available from The Long Table 5-7pm.
Adam Kharita
Long Table friend Adam Kharita, will be back with us for a live set. Adam is a singer/ multi instrumentalist blending smooth vocals with jazz, soul and folk influences.
Grab a delicious plate of food and a seat at the table and enjoy a selection of Adam’s own music and favourite covers.
6-8pm Dinner / 6-8.30 Live music
Everyone welcome - free entry.
Sanctuary: Double album launch
Join Lyn Briggs & Discovery ( Jeff & Elaine Gillet) for a double album launch of thoughtful, beautifully crafted songs and covers.
Singer-songwriter Lyn (on guitar) will be accompanied by Sam Draper on violin and Adam Kharita on keyboard.
Discovery will be performing traditional and modern acapella folk songs and will be accompanied by guitar, concertina and Appalachian Dulcimer.
A delicious pay-as-you-can meal is available at The Long Table from 5-7pm. Everyone welcome, no tickets required.
Thank you party @ the mill
The Brimscombe Mill community are hosting a thank you party for all our supporters and we’d love you to join us!
The whole site will be open with live music, great food and activities with an after dinner conversation on radical hospitality with Archbishop Justin Welby & guests.
5-8pm pay-as-you-can evening meal
5-10pm bar with 6.30pm welcome drinks
Live music from Joe Carey & Alex Chapman 6-8pm & 8.30-9.30pm
Friday night curry
Join us for a delicious curry and the very best tunes from Steve Ferbrache.
Food 5-7pm - live music 5.30-7.30pm
Everyone welcome, pay-as-you-can as always.
Albino Tarantino @ The Mill
Special guests 'Albino Tarantino' bring their Latin Swamp Boogaloo back to The Long Table, imagine Tom Waits and Ry Cooder going to watch Santana at the Buena Vista Social Club' and you may get an idea as to what this 6 piece can cook up.
Doors 6pm - Delicious pay-as-you-can food 6-8pm and bar ‘till 10.30pm.
7.45pm Live - Albino Tarantino - Everyone is welcome, no tickets required.
Rossie Henderson-begg art exhibition
Welcome to Rossie’s artistic world, where the beauty of the ocean and the depths of abstract expression converge. She is thrilled to share her journey with you and invites you to immerse yourself in the transformative power of her art.
5pm onwards - meet Rossie and enjoy the exhibition
6-8pm Pay-as-you-can evening meal
7-9pm Live music from the amazing Albino Tarantino
Friday night curry
Join us for a delicious curry and amazing live music from Adam Kharita.
Everyone welcome, pay-as-you-can as always.