DEVON 2009

Ivybridge Farmers Market.  

01803 861202.

Okehampton Farmers Market  

01409 221 991.
 

Tavistock Farmers Market. Pannier 

01822 820360 

Theatre Royal, Plymouth  

01752 267222

All dates are correct at time of being published, please confirm date and event details before making travel arrangements. Yearly events are shown at the beginning of each month in light blue. The diary follows. Events may be cancelled or event dates may be subject to alteration. 

until 10 January 2009

Dick Whittington & His Cat  New Theatre, Friars Gate Exeter. The show offers songs, silly jokes and even sillier characters as well as all the usual panto must haves like ‘look behind you’ and ‘oh no, it isn’t!’ The show is suitable for all ages especially children over 7 years old. Tel:01392 277189/ 211080

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13th January 2009

Red Cape Theatre Presents The Idiot Colony Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street Three women are locked away in the 1940s for their illicit loves. Visually stunning blend of physicality and text based on true accounts. Genuinely funny and incredibly moving. Tel: 01392 667080

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Until 17 January 2009

Sleeping Beauty. Exeter Northcott At her christening, a beautiful Princess is cursed by the wicked fairy. Expect comic mayhem and belly laughs a-plenty, as once again we conjure up the magical world of pantomime, with great songs, stunning sets, lavish costumes and lots and lots of SHOUTING! To book tickets contact the Exeter Northcott Box Office 01392 493493

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Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 January 2009

Tamarside Sports Centre, National Indoor Remote Control Car Finals. Both days will start at 10am and cars are split into different categories. Drivers come from all over the UK affiliated to their local clubs with approximately 100 per day participating. Entrance is £2 and there are hot and cold refreshments available. For further information please contact Darren Stewart on 01752 213951.

17th January 2009

Creating Your Own Willow Bed. Sharpham Estate, Ashprington. Always a popular event! Especially for rangers, teachers, basket makers and those interested in sustainable education. This event is at the Sharpham Estate community willowbed, you'll learn about planting, growing and harvesting willow. We'll then use the willow for a small project to take home. Led by Vivian Turner. £30 per person and includes all materials and tools. Booking essential, please bring lunch.Tel 01803 732 799

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Monday 19 to Friday 23 January 2009

Mayflower Leisure CentrePrimary School Football and Netball Tournament. Pupils in school year 5 and 6 from Plymouth and the surrounding area will be invited to take part in the week long event. The event which has been organised by Plymouth City Council since 1998 and the Devon and Cornwall Police before that, will see over 800 young players competing at 5 a-side football and High 5's Netball. For further information please contact the Sports Development Unit on 01752 307140.
 

22 January 2009

Robin Ince – Bleeding Heart Liberal, 8pm Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street Robin Ince presents his brand new stand up show – Bleeding Heart Liberal - mixing up stories of childbirth, astronomy, evolutionary conundrums, a to-do with Vanessa Feltz and a crazed preacher plus readings from his new favourite charity shop finds. Tel: 01392 667080

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Saturday 24 January 2009

Central Park swimming pool, British Universities and College Sport Regional Waterpolo Tournament 10am to 4pm. For further information please contact Central Park swimming pool on 08703 000010.

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4th - 7th February 2009,

Dartmouth Comedy Festival 2009 The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth An eclectic variety of uproariously entertaining Comedians have been booked for the sole purpose of your amusement and delight! Acts confirmed so far are:
A Full programme of details available now, from the box office 01803 839530.

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Thurs 5th February 2009

Dartmouth Comedy Festival 2009 The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth. Pete Firman, Henning When
A Full programme of details available now, from the box office 01803 839530.

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Friday 6thFebruary 2009

Dartmouth Comedy Festival 2009 The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth
Jo Caulfield, The Amazing Mr Smith, Rudi Lickwood
A Full programme of details available now, from the box office 01803 839530.

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Saturday 7th February 2009

Dartmouth Comedy Festival 2009 The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth
Captain Carrot Field Agent, Falsetto Socks, Ronnie Golden and Barry Cryer.
A Full programme of details available now, from the box office 01803 839530.

8 February 2009

EXETER RACECOURSE, DEVON
Leonard Coombe Master Saddlers Family Sunday with fantastic prizes on offer including for the children with the best woolly hats, best smiles and happiest faces. Find the racehorse and guess the weight of the Meg the racecourse dog, lucky dip with the brilliant children's entertainer David Longlegs. Family ticket just £20 with children under 16 free. Book into the Desert Orchid restaurant and children eat free. First race 1.10pm last race 4.05pm.
Ticket hotline 0844 5793005 Office 01392 832599

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20th February 2009

Tavistock's 1st Medieval Banquet.....Hear ye hear ye!....thou art heartily invited to a Medieval Banquet at Tavistock Town Hall Friday 20th February.....an evening of much merriment & frivolity..........Tickets £20.00 in advance to include meal and entertainment.....bar open from 7.30pm...contact 01822 617232 for enquiries or ticket sales...Tavistock Town Hall, Bedford Square, Tavistock, Devon

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3rd March 2009

EXETER RACECOURSE, DEVON
Featuring the Devon National Steeple Chase. First race 2.30pm last race 5pm.
Ticket hotline 0844 5793005 Office 01392 832599

15th March 2009

Car Boot Sale. ILSINGTON VILLAGE HALL
ILSINGTON 12pm to 4pm FREE ENTRY FOR BUYERS
All Welcome - Lunch, Cakes & Refreshments Available
Cars £5 - Vans £7 (set up from 11am)
Raising funds for Ilsington Primary School

17th March 2009

EXETER RACECOURSE, DEVON
Featuring the Robert Webb Hunter Chase,. First race 2.10pm last race 5pm.
Ticket hotline 0844 5793005 Office 01392 832599

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29th March 2009

Internationally acclaimed singer songwriter Martyn Joseph and his poet and Radio 4 presenter co-writer, Stewart Henderson, are at Kentisbeare Village Hall, nr Cullompton on Sunday March 29th at 8 pm, for the last night (and only West Country date) of their 'Because We Can....Again' Tour. This follows their 'Because We Can' tour of 2006, which was hugely popular. Tickets available from 01884 33969

 

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1st April 2009

EXETER RACECOURSE, DEVON
Publicans' Day - celebrate a great British tradition at Exeter as we welcome the region's pub landlords. First race 2.10pm last race 5.10pm.
Ticket hotline 0844 5793005 Office 01392 832599

14th April 2009

EXETER RACECOURSE, DEVON
Children's Day - Exeter's renowned children's day with free goody bags for every child who attends. Includes a course tour, talk by a jockey, the famous race down the straight and quizzes and work sheets provided by the British Horseracing Education and Standards Trust. All children under 16 attend free but please book in advance by calling 01392 832966. First race 2.10pm last race 5.10pm.
Ticket hotline 0844 5793005 Office 01392 832599

10th April 09 to 13th April 2009


The Old Glove Factory, Newquay Street, Appledore, Devon. 10th april 09 to 13th april 09 times: 10.30am to 4pm daily Dramatic pieces of contemporary furniture interspersed with Sandy Brown’s lusty ceramic sculptures & paintings. A tantalising, upbeat exhibition by 5 makers who are “passionate about wood & the creative process; it’s Spring, the love factor is in the air ..We hope to
see you at the Glove Factory this Easter.” - Glenn Rushbrooke & Samantha Robb of pachadesign, Paul Anderson, Samual Walsh & Christian O’Reilly. contact: 01288 331505

11th April, 2009. We will be open from 10am - 4pm

Free entry but any donations are greatly appreciated.
The Mare & Foal Sanctuary Open Day. Grand Opening of our New Visitor Centre at Coombe Park. Equestrian Centre, Littlehempston, Nr Totnes, Devon. TQ6 9LW. Driving Demonstrations, Equine Sports Massage Therapist Demonstration, Re-homed Horses back for the day to tell 'Their story' Marquee with Trade stands. Meet our horses down on the yard Cafe Open Serving Cream Teas and hot cross buns Gift Shop Open, Bouncy Castle hire, Horsey Space Hopper Racing, Kids quiz with chance to win adoption of a pony of their choice from our adoption scheme for one year Tombola. All Demonstrations are in our full sized Indoor Arena with seating. Mare & Foal Sanctuary demonstrations in the afternoon to including the parade of adoption horses. 01803 866615

15th - 19th April 2009

Welcombe Spring Open Studios times: 10.30am - 5pm
This Easter 3 artists in Welcombe will be opening their studios to the public from the 15th to the 19th of April.
pachadesign make contemporary furniture & accessories from locally sourced reclaimed and natural resources  Paul Jenner’s photography studio will be open where he produces and sells beautiful box canvases in a range of sizes as well as prints and cards. David Westcott produces a wide range of functional and decorative earthenware at Welcombe Pottery and will also be open for the 5 days. Welcombe lies on the coast inbetween Bideford and Bude, just off the A39 - all studios will be signposted. 01288 331505

17th - 19th April 2009

Exeter Festival of South West England Food & Drink

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19 April 2009

Seafront Car Boot Sale. Fund-raising car boot sale on Ilfracombe seafront, North Devon on Sunday 19 April 2009. Sellers from 8.00am - £5 per car - call Studio Theatre on 07971 176044 to book a pitch. Buyers FREE from 9.30am to 3.00pm.

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1st -4th May 2006

Brixham and pirate shanty festival is being held in brixham 1st -4th may . The 4 day event consists of 2 pirate themed family fun days on the 2nd and 4th of may , The arr factor music competition , loads of entainment including historical re enactments and much more plus a guinness worldrecord attempt for the largest gathering of pirates on sunday 3rd may at 2pm on brixham harbour . 01803 850382

4th May 2009

Denbury, Devon, 4/5/2009 Traditional Village fayre   01803 812 535

5th May 2009

EXETER RACECOURSE, DEVON
Devon Life Ladies' Night in association with KP Equestrian. Fabulous prizes for the best dressed ladies and the best hats, so dress to impress for this great night out. Live music after racing with Diamond Abba. Racing features the Exeter Racecourse Point-to-Point Intermediate Final. Buy 5 tickets and receive one free. First race 5.50pm last race 8.10pm.Ticket hotline 0844 5793005 Office 01392 832599

16th-31st May

West Country Embroiderers Exhibition 'A Riot of Colour' RHS Rosemoor, North Devon 01803 782576

16th May 2009

Traditional May Fayre with Maypole dancing, craft stalls, children’s activities and a lovely organic café. Come and join in the fun at Exeter’s only Steiner school. Everyone welcome. Saturday May 16th. 11am-4pm at the Exeter Steiner School, 80 Merrivale Road, Exeter EX4 1PT.
07870 584618

17th May 2009

Big Heart Appeal & Ninja Towers Opening

Woodlands is holding a fun fundraising day for the British Heart Foundation and opening their NEW Ninja Towers!
There will be a treasure hunt, workshops and the biggest heart for you to put your hand print on to give the British Heart Foundation a helping hand.
Competition: ‘Decorate a Heart at Home’ competition size A4 upwards and you will receive half your admission price off after the competition.
All the extra entertainment on special event days is included in the usual admission price to the most exciting family theme park in Devon.
16 family rides, 10 playzones for all ages and 100,000sq ft undercover – All weather fun guaranteed!
For full info phone 01803 712598
Woodlands Family Theme Park, Dartmouth, Devon. TQ9 7DQ

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24th & Mon 25th May

Devon’s historic market town of Tavistock will be celebrating spring with its 5th annual Garden Festival 2009 on Sun 24th & Mon 25th May, from 10.00am to 4.00pm both days. This 2-day plant fest will take place in & around the Pannier Market, where visitors will be spoilt for choice with an amazing range of plants at must-have prices, a great chance to talk to experts & plenty of ideas & inspiration from the model gardens. Tel. 01822 613529

24th May & Mon 25th May 2009

Tavistock Garden Festival 2009
Sun 24th May & Mon 25th May 10am to 4pm both days
Pannier Market, Tavistock, Devon Free Entry
Organised by Tavistock Town Council
Tel. 01822 613529

Thursday 28th May

, 12-4.30, Meet at Wembury NT car park and DWT Marine Centre. (Grid ref SX 518 484) Wild child Wembury Marine Discovery walk
Join the National Trust, Devon Wildlife Trust and Plantlife for a 2 mile guided stroll taking a look at the coastal and marine life along strandline and rock pools. Family day. Adult £3, Child £1. Booking essential 07946841322

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13th May 2009

EXETER RACECOURSE, DEVON
The Grand Finale to the Season - your chance to see some of your heroes from the season. First race race 2.10pm last race 5.10pm.
Ticket hotline 0844 5793005 Office 01392 832599

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21st - 23rd May 2009

Devon County Show Westpoint Arena, nr Exeter
 

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24th May 2009

Peco Vintage / Classic Vehicle Rally Pecorama, nr Beer

30th May 2009

Mind, Body, Spirit Fair, The Courtenay Centre
Kingsteignton Road, Newton Abbot
10.30 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
psychic readings/ spiritual readings, psychic artist, spiritual healing, reiki, stalls.
Admission £2.50
Tel:01626 866192/01626 895118
 

 

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5th June - 30th June 2009

Broomhill Art Hotel and Sculpture Garden EX31 4EX
Wednesday-Sunday (closed Monday and Tuesday) 11am-4pm.    As part of the North Devon Festival, members of North Devon Arts will be showing small square pictures in the Stables, Broomhill Art Hotel & Sculpture Gardens, Muddiford, Barnstaple. This show has no theme, and all work is 35cms x 35cms (including the outside measurement of the frame), with a top price of £150 - creating ‘Affordable Art’ to take away! A continuing renewal of pictures will keep the exhibition fresh and inviting to all.
Access: Good disabled access, ramp available, but ring venue prior to visiting.

 7th June 2009

Vintage Vehicle Rally Seaton Tramway

10 June 2009

BishBashBosh Productions a new play by Alan M. Kent, Surfing Tommies  An incredible journey from the mines of Cornwall to the fields of Flanders, and back home again.
A Cornish Tragedy.
Morwellham Quay near Tavistock Wednesday 10th June 2009  7.30pm. Tickets: Adult -£7 Concessions £6
Phone Morwellham Quay:   01822 832766
Morwellham Quay, Morwellham, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8JL

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12th - 28th June 2009

Exeter Summer Festival

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12 - 14th June 2009

Bradninch Music and Arts Festival will take place 12/14th June. There will be gigs on at the local pubs and Guildhall, plus a musical picnic at the cricket ground, an art exhibition and market. 01392 881245

15th June 2006

6pm, Meet at Broad Sands Car park, Crowpoint South Braunton Burrows. (SX 464 327). Saving our kids orchids! An evening exploring the flora of the dunes and hopefully spotting some early orchids. Family event, all welcome. Booking essential 07946841322

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17 and 18 June 2009

Amdram auditions

Local non-profit community theatre group The South Devon Players, have announced two new auditions in June, New Members are welcome aged 16 to 116, regardless of experience. The two auditions will take place at Brixham Royal British Legion club, Bakers Hill, Brixham, where the South Devon Players meet to rehearse. The Trial Of Anne Bonney & Mary Reed. Audition on Wednesday June 17th, at 7.15pm. (auditions to begin promptly at 7.30). Variety Show
Audition and meeting to finalise content and running order on Thursday June 18th, at 7.15pm.
07855 090589

20 June 2009

Mid-Summer Bash Moretonhampstead, Devon
Come to a fantastic evening of dance, music and delicious food on Saturday 20th June at the Miniature Pony Centre. Dance the night away with superb live music from JiggeryPipery. During the last couple of years JiggeryPipery have earned a well deserved reputation for being a dynamic and exciting live act, as seen at many venues throughout the UK. The evening promises to be a lot of fun and entertainment. Tickets cost £15 per head (16 yrs and over only please) and include delicious curries prepared by Barry Moore. Alternative dishes can be provided if booked ahead. Get your tickets from the Information Centre, LongHouse Originals or Court St Grocery. Contact Sue Viccars for further information on 01647 441174. Come and join us for a great mid-summers evening!

17 June to Sunday 28 June 2009

From Wednesday 17 June to Sunday 28 June 2009 the Babbacombe Festival takes place in various venues throughout Babbacombe and St Marychurch in Torbay.
There will be 12 days of entertainment, excitement and excuses to enjoy yourself in the beautiful seaside surroundings. There really is something for all the family.
New events are being added to the line up for this year's festival all the time.

25 June 2009

BBC present
Antiques Roadshow is coming your way Bring your treasures to the Roadshow experts at Morwellham Quay near Tavistock Thursday 25th June 2009
9.30am to 4.30pm
Admission FREE to the Roadshow
Any large pieces of furniture and/or bulky antiques you can’t carry, we may be able to help. Write now enclosing a photo if possible and your address and telephone number. Closing date for letters Tuesday 16th June.
Antiques Roadshow, BBC, Whiteladies Road, Bristol, BS8 2LR  The BBC Antiques Roadshow is open to everyone, but asks for 14 days notice if you need a sign language interpreter.  Morwellham Quay, Morwellham, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8JL

27 June 2009

Witheridge St John's Fayre, North Devon 11am all day.
The Fair has a packed programme again this year, with attractions both old and new. The Grand Parade starts at 11.00 am and will include samba dancers, a jazz band, majorettes, Victorian ladies, stilt walkers, a unicyclist and vintage tractors, amongst many other attractions.
There will be a marquee all day with licensed bar, where people can sit and enjoy live music and soak up the atmosphere of the Fair, and in the evening a ceilidh, with the well known Oggle Band. Starting time 8 pm – bar and refreshments available. For tickets phone Gill on 01884 860557 or Debbie on 860270.
The colourful town criers’ Devon Championship, which has been held annually in Witheridge since 1992, is again a part of the Fair, with town criers from all over Devon coming to compete.

 

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30 - 31st June 2009

Musical Gardens, Bradninch. A dozen or so gardens will be open on 30/31st June. There will be wandering minstrels playing anything from jazz to classics and rock plus plant stall. light lunches and cream teas. 01392 881245

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Ottery St Mary
Farmer's Market 1st Friday on each
month in Hind Street Car Park 9.30am to
1.00pm 01404 813964

The City of Plymouth Festival of Music Speech, Drama & Dance is open to all age groups starting each year in July for Dance & followed in November with Speech, Drama & Music. Please see here for more details

 3rd - 5th July 2009

Lyme Regis Jazz Festival

3-5 July 2009

The Pack Horse Folk Festival has been running very successfully over the past 4 years and shows no signs of slowing! It is a chance for locals to show their talents and to hear their neighbours at their best! We also have visiting acts such as the Tavy Tars.
There is a fancy dress competition and a broom dancing competition for the children and poetry and folk song competition for the adults with prizes to be won!
Join in the samba workshop or the open mike slot, the instrumental session or bid in the auction of promises. This years Folk Festival promises to be fun for all!
Pack Horse Inn, South Brent   Please call Linda Austin on 01364 72283 for more details

4th July 2009

Feniton Fun Day

4 July 2009

The Dunsford Show, Devon.  4th July 2009
Fun-filled family day out at famous village show set in stunning Dartmoor valley   01647 253226

4 July 2009

Ashwater Village Green, Devon from 2.30 (entries taken from 1.30). Rosettes to 4th place (child handlers rosettes in all classes). All entries £1. Classes including fancy dress theme: Independence Day.
For poster and or schedule phone Ali Rowe 01409 211222   Event in aid of Church funds - St Peter ad Vincula, Ashwater.

July 4th 2009

Milton Abbot Cherry Fair & Dog Show
Fun for All the Family. There will be a Cherry Fair on the Village Green raising money for various Milton Abbot Groups including the PTFA, Milton Abbot under 5’s, Village Hall, Church and Community Group. Attractions include: Bouncy Castle, Dog Show, Big Breakfast, Darts Match, Stocks, Face painting, Lucky Dip, Human Jackpot, Horse Racing, Cream Teas, Bar-B- Q, Cherry Pie Baking Competition, Spot the Cherries Competition & Many stalls  01822 870124

6 July 2009

Tiverton Comedy Hall - Monday 6 July -
Ian Cognito, Chris Lynam, Craig Campbell.
just £10. 01884 255823

7 to 10 July 2009

Clovelly, North Devon, Events
For more information Tel: 01237 431781
Normal admission charges apply
King Canute Fights the Tide at Clovelly in aid of the Children’s Hospice South West
Come and support “Britain’s Got Talent” semi-finalist, MERLIN CADOGAN, perform an incredible feat of stamina and endurance to raise money for Children’s Hospice South West. Merlin will be chained for 72 hours to a throne, which will become submerged for 2 hours each high tide. Come and have your photo taken on the Throne with him between 3 p.m. pm on the 7th and 8 p.m. on the 10th July. He will have plenty of time to chat as he won't be going anywhere!
High water times: Tuesday, 7 July. 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, 8 July. 7:45 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, 9 July. 8:25 a.m. and 8:40 p.m.
Friday, 10 July. 9:00 a.m.
Normal admission charges apply between 9:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Outside these hours, a £5 parking fee will be charged.

11 and 12 July 2009

LUNDY GIG ROW
Cornish pilot gigs were designed to carry pilots out to ships. The first one alongside got the pilotage job, so speed was critical.
Pulling to Lundy and back to Clovelly is a gruelling test of stamina over 28 miles of open sea. For more information Tel: 01237 431781 Normal admission charges apply

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26th July 2009

1-4.30, Meet at Mount Battern (Grid ref SX 488 529) Shore Thing Survey. Team up with Plymouth's Marine Biological Association and join Fiona from MarLIN and Bex from Plant life to Plant life to collect survey 22 climate change and non-native marine species to determine whether southern species will move north and east as sea temperatures rises. All welcome. Booking essential 07946841322

26th July 2009

Branscombe Air & Classic Car Day

26 July 2009

Classic Cliffs UK trail-running event
Departing Port Isaac Friday 25 July, arriving Clovelly Sat. 26 July.  First runners expected to arrive at Clovelly by 11 a.m.  Normal admission charges apply
Over 100 people will be slogging a gruelling 55 miles through Friday night from Port Isaac to Clovelly. Watch them race (perhaps limp) the final yards down our traffic-free, cobbled street to the finishing line at the harbour. For more information Tel: 01237 431781 Normal admission charges apply

26 July 2009

Clovelly Maritime Festival, in support of the North Devon Hospice 10 a.m.—5 p.m.
It’s traditional seaside entertainment with something for everyone of all ages to enjoy.
Merlin Cadogan, one of the finalists in “Britain’s Got Talent” this year, will perform a stunt, which involves juggling with fire while escaping from a 10’ chain with his head inside a diving helmet filled with water. Here’s a chance to see Merlin’s live performance at the Maritime Festival..  Stiltskin Theatre Company present the giant sea creatures "Those Peshky Pishkies". Dressed in their fantastic, fishy, finnery, they will shimmer and shimmy on any street corner during their exploration of dry land. Meet Ebb'nFlo who has the gift of the guppy and will talk your fishy head off. But beware; they like to take home souvenirs and whilst you are lured into Ebb'nFlo's fishy flippancies, Naughtycus will make a catch. You may be lucky, however and get some precious sea sparkles in return!
The day is packed with attractions including Punch & Judy, shanty singers, street theatre and there will also be local stalls. You can also enjoy delicious, seafood platters with a complimentary glass of champagne in the Harbour Restaurant or a succulent hog roast on the beach. For more information Tel: 01237 431781
Normal admission charges apply

27 July 2009

Woolsery Agricultural Show, Clovelly Court,
From 10 a.m.
A quintessential English rural show, in aid of various charities, run entirely on a volunteer basis by local farmers. Classes include crafts, cattle and sheep and horse and pony competitions. Along with trade and exhibition stands, there will also be stalls of locally made crafts and food. Children will be kept entertained with fairground rides and a bouncy castle.

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31st July - 7th August 2009

Sidmouth Folk Week

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Ottery St Mary
Farmer's Market 1st Friday on each
month in Hind Street Car Park 9.30am to
1.00pm 01404 813964

1- 2 August 2009

Lifeboat Weekend, in support of the R.N.L.I.
From 10 a.m.
The celebration of the Clovelly Lifeboat, Spirit of Clovelly, is one of the village highlights of the year and the Lifeboat House will be open to the public on both days. There’ll be a sponsored swim on Saturday and lots of contests on Sunday including cross dressing-up race, tug-of-war and the ever popular slave auction in which young local men are ‘sold’ to the highest bidder to do their chores for a day. Also harbour stalls. For more information Tel: 01237 431781 Normal admission charges apply

6th August 2009

Honiton Show

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8th - 14th August 2009

Beer Regatta Week

15 August 2009

Rise to the Challenge for St Loye’s Foundation!
Exeter City Centre Abseil Former Debenhams, Sidwell Street.  Take in a panoramic view of Exeter’s skyline from 140ft up and raise money for a local charity!
This is a truly exhilarating experience you will never forget.  £20 entry fee. Minimum sponsorship £50.
Prizes to be won: A day’s rock climbing for 2 on Dartmoor, team trophy and certificates.
For an entry form contact: 01392 255428.

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19th August 2009

7.30pm, Meet at Wembury Marine Centre (Grid ref SX 518 484) An introduction to Plantlife's work. An introduction to coastal plants and to find out more about what Plantlife is working on and how you can get involved. All welcome. Booking essential 07946841322

26th August 2009

10-2, Meet at Scabbacombe car park (Grid ref SX 911 522 ) Rare Plant Survey. Join National Trust wardens and Plantlife to explore and survey rare wild flowers along the coast followed by a picnic on the beach. No special skills are needed. All welcome. Booking essential 07946841322

30th - 31st August 2009

Honiton Hill Rally

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Ottery St Mary
Farmer's Market 1st Friday on each
month in Hind Street Car Park 9.30am to
1.00pm 01404 813964

5th - 12th September 2009

Colyton Carnival

6 September 2009

Lobster & Crab Feast, in support of The National Lobster Hatchery 10 a.m.—5 p.m.  Part of the AONB’s 50th Anniversary celebrations.   We pay tribute to Clovelly's famous lobsters and crabs with a day of live folk music, street performers, including a lobster hypnotist, quay kitchen with demonstrations, wine tasting and entertainment for the children too. .
It’s a Feast, which visitors say has a particularly happy festive atmosphere. For more information Tel: 01237 431781  Normal admission charges apply

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26th September 2009

Sidmouth Carnival

26 September 2009

Body, Mind and Spirit Fair
Marldon Village Hall, Marldon Nr Paignton 11am to 4.30pm. With stalls seling local crafts and homemade refreshments there will be something for everyone.
Entry Price £2.50 to include various talks throughout the day. A relaxing day to experience alternative therapies and healing techniques.
01803 556728

4 October 2009

Plymouth, England
Plymouth Marjon Adventure Day
Race course revealed on the day, to include: Cycling, orienteering, running, abseiling, wall climbing and more!
Long and short races for different fitness levels!
Over £1,000 worth of prizes!
Early booking discount:
• £10 per adult (normally £15)
• £6 per junior - under 18 (normally £10)
• Individual and team entries welcome
• FREE full bike service (worth £35)
Find out more and book your place now 01752 636876

8 - 18 October 2009

The Two Moors Festival, Classic FM's Festival in the South West, 8 - 18 October 2009. Classical concerts on Exmoor and Dartmoor from global performers as well as up-and-coming artists. Highlights for 2009 include artists, Andreas Haefliger and Wolfgang Holzmair, a commissioned work by Torsten Rasch and a performance of Bach: St Matthew Passion in Exeter Cathedral on Thursday, 15 October. For more information contact The Two Moors Festival on 01643 831370

9th - 11th October 2009

Beer Rhythm and Blues Festival

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17th October 2009
 

Times tbc, Wembury Marine centre (Grid ref SX 518 484) Shore thing survey for MarLIN. Join Cat From Wembury Marine Center and Bex from Plantlife to collect survey marine species to determine whether southern species will move north and east as sea temperatures rises. All welcome. Booking essential 07946841322

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f5th November 2009

Ottery St Mary Tar Barrell Rolling

15 November 2009

Clovelly Herring Festival 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Part of the AONB’s 50th Anniversary celebrations
The Herring Festival is held to promote sustainable, carefully managed fishing, which helps safeguard the livelihoods of fishermen and supports the local economy through environmentally sound means. Clovelly’s sweet herring was once its staple economy and so a well-justified reason for celebrating the Silver Darlings.
There’ll be herring dishes, local cider and wine, maritime historian, Mike Smylie, with his Kipperland exhibition and freshly-smoked kippers and bloaters, traditional shanty singers, walk-about theatre and lots of stalls. For more information Tel: 01237 431781
Normal admission charges apply

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28th November 2009

The Flavel, Dartmouth, Devon. Faerie and Fantasy Masquerade Ball 28th November 2009 7.30pm - 11.30pm
An evening of costumed faerie tale magic from the realms of imagination! Featuring the spellbinding musicians and dancers of Daughters of Elvin, haunting Beck Sian, Faerie harpist and film-maker Elizabeth-Jane Baldry and Elfic the Jester! Wings and masques optional.... costumes, dancing shoes, and a fantasy filled imagination a must!! Guests from the international Faerie and Fantasy art world include Brian and Wendy Froud, Linda Ravenscroft, Josephine Wall and many more! (event suitable for adults and children) tickets £20 pp from Ethera, 4 Union Street, Dartmouth, Devon TQ6 9DP tel: 01803 839333
 

29th November 2009 10.30am - 5.30pm

The Flavel, Dartmouth, Faerie, Fantasy and Mythology Arts and Crafts EventA day dedicated to the Arts and Crafts of Faerie, Fantasy and Myth....
A chance to met internationally famous artists, craftspeople and performers including Brian and Wendy Froud, Linda Ravenscroft, Josephine Wall, Wendy Andrew, Ian Daniels, Marc Potts, Elizabeth-Jane Baldry, Daughters of Elvin, Beck Sian and many more! 29th November 2009 10.30am - 5.30pm. Buy original arts and crafts, artists own merchandise, books, music, clothing, jewellery, giftware, Faerie Christmas collectables, even wings and wands... direct from the artists, performers and Faeries themselves! Attend demonstrations, discussions, booksignings, workshops, storytellers, Faerie mythology exhibition and performances of music and spoken word ... all in an atmosphere of family friendly fun and pure fantasy! A unique Christmas shopping experience for 2009!! tickets £10 (children under 12 free) available from Ethera, 4 Union St Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9DP. Tel: 01803 839333

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5th December 2009

BRIXHAM - SOUTH DEVON BRIXHAM CHRISTMAS PARADE SAT 5TH DECEMBER 01803 851738

6 December 2009

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS, in support of the R.N.L.I. from about 4 p.m.
Starting from the Visitor Centre, a brass band leads the procession down to the harbour where carols will be sung. Then, watch out for Father Christmas’ arrival. There’ll be warming food and drinks and the evening ends with a spectacular firework display. For more information Tel: 01237 431781 Normal admission charges apply

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