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What's On
There are a host of festivals and events in Woolacombe and the surrounding areas for all the family to enjoy.
| Sixties Surfer Exhibition - Braunton |
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| Date: |
29 March 2013 to 31 December 2013 |
A new Exhibition at the award winning Museum of British Surfing, Caen Street Car Park, Braunton. EX33 1AA.
Experience the sights and sounds of the swinging '60s - the decade when surfing's cool new culture first washed ashore on Britain's Beaches. |
| Website: |
www.museumofbritishsurfing.org.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 815155 |
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| James Ravilious Celebrations - Photographs of North Devon |
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| Date: |
27 April 2013 to 22 June 2013 |
| Time: |
10am-5pm Monday-Saturday |
| Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon, The Square, Barnstaple, EX32 8LN |
| Website: |
www.devonmuseums.net/barnstaple |
| Telephone: |
01271 346747 |
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| Sail to Lundy Island 21/05 |
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| Date: |
21 May 2013 |
| Time: |
10am |
Enjoy a day on beautiful Lundy Island - 3 miles long and half a mile wide, 10 miles off the coast of North Devon where the Atlantic meets the Bristol Channel. Depart Ilfracombe 10am, arrive back 6.30pm.
Tickets available from Woolacombe Tourist Information Centre. |
| Website: |
www.lundyisland.co.uk |
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| Ray Easterbrook Book Signing at Mortehoe Museum |
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| Date: |
22 May 2013 |
| Time: |
10.30am-12noon |
| Ray Easterbrook will be at the Museum and will be signing copies of his recently published book, 'My Life in Morte'. Call in for coffee and take the opportunity to view the interesting museum exhibits and displays. There is also a fantastic range of artwork, locally homemade crafts and cards for sal .. more |
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| Sail to Lundy Island 23/05 |
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| Date: |
23 May 2013 |
| Time: |
10am |
Enjoy a day on beautiful Lundy Island - 3 miles long and half a mile wide, 10 miles off the coast of North Devon where the Atlantic meets the Bristol Channel. Depart Ilfracombe 10am, arrive back 6.30pm.
Tickets available from Woolacombe Tourist Information Centre. |
| Website: |
www.lundyisland.co.uk |
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| The Hunting of The Earl of Rone, Combe Martin 2013 |
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| Date: |
24 May 2013 to 27 May 2013 |
This annual custom, unique to our village of Combe Martin, on the coast of North Devon, takes place each year over the four days of the Spring Bank Holiday weekend at the end of May, and involves some 600 villagers.
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| Website: |
www.earl-of-rone.org.uk |
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| Live Music - The Red Barn - Marquis Drive |
| Date: |
24 May 2013 |
| Marquis Drive - As well as anthems from the 90′s Britpop and ‘Madchester scene, Marquis Drive go back to the their roots in the British Mod, SKA & Northern Soul scene, with songs all the way back to the 60′s to give a great show of 100% great British anthems. |
| Website: |
www.redbarnwoolacombe.co.uk |
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| MORTEHOE CRAFT FAIR - Every Friday |
| Date: |
24 May 2013 to 20 September 2013 |
| Time: |
10am-4pm |
A variety of local crafts and gifts for sale.
Admission Free. Mortehoe Village Hall. |
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| Sail to Lundy Island 25/05 |
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| Date: |
25 May 2013 |
Visit the beautiful Lundy Island - 3 miles long and half a mile wide, 10 miles off the coast of North Devon. Depart Ilfracombe 10am, arrive back in Bideford at 6.30pm, with connecting coach back to Ilfracombe, arriving at 7.30pm.
Book at Woolacombe TIC on The Esplanade. |
| Website: |
www.lundyisland.co.uk |
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| Lundy Yacht Race 2013 |
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| Date: |
26 May 2013 |
| 50 mile race from Ilfracombe around Lundy Island. Now in its ninth year, the 2013 Race will be held on Sunday 26th May, and a vigorous and exhilarating day's sailing is anticipated. The registration of the yachts will start in January. Its popularity means that places are limited. Will you be joinin .. more |
| Website: |
www.ilfracombeyc.org.uk/Lundy |
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| North Devon Beer Festival, Barnstaple |
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| Date: |
26 May 2013 to 27 May 2013 |
Welcome to the 2013 North Devon beer festival.
The 2013 festival will again been located in The Pannier Market, Barnstaple, North Devon. The beer festival is run on the Sunday 26th and 27th May 2013.
With beers exclusively coming from North Devon micro breweries, this is an opportunity .. more |
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| Harry Bird and the Rubber Wellies, Woolacombe |
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| Date: |
26 May 2013 |
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| Meet Mike The Knight, The Big Sheep, Nr Bideford |
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| Date: |
26 May 2013 |
| Meet one of this years favourite TV characters; Mike the Knight! He'll be available to meet at intervals throughout the day between 11am and 3.30pm. Remember your camera! |
| Website: |
www.thebigsheep.co.uk |
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| North Devon Auto Jumble, Cobbaton Combat Collection |
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| Date: |
26 May 2013 |
| Time: |
11am-4pm |
| In conjuntion with North Devon Sports & Classic Car Club. Pitches £5, free to Club members. More info from Cobbaton Combat Collection, Chittlehampton, Umberliegh, North Devon. EX37 9RZ. |
| Website: |
www.cobbatoncombat.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01769 540740 |
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| Braunton Village Fair 2013 |
| Date: |
27 May 2013 |
| Braunton's largest annual event brings together charity stalls, competitions, displays, live music, dancing and fairground attractions. Admission is free but raffle tickets will be sold and donations welcomed. Refreshments will be available. Free Admission. |
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| North Devon Marathon Training Run - 12 Miles |
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| Date: |
27 May 2013 |
| Time: |
10am |
| Taking part in the marathon, or just love a good run inthe great outdoors? Either way, join us for our fun runs which will be at a leisurely pace and cover part of the route of the marathon. All runs start at Marine Drive Car Park, Woolacombe. £2 per run. Booking Essential. |
| Telephone: |
01271 870555 |
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| Lee Spring Fayre |
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| Date: |
27 May 2013 |
| Time: |
2pm-4.30pm |
| At Lee Village Meadow and Memorial Hall. All the fun of a traditional fayre with stalls, raffle, entertainment and games, including skittles, cocanut shy and a children's fancy dress competition - dress up as your favourite hero! Refreshments in the hall from 12noon onwards, including light lunches, .. more |
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| Tractor & Trailer Rides from Mortehoe Museum with the National Trust |
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| Date: |
28 May 2013 to 29 May 2013 |
Join us this May for Tractor & trailer Rides to Bull Point (Tuesday)and Morte Point (Wednesday) for beautiful views and wildlife seen with a local expert. Rides start from Mortehoe Museum.
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| Website: |
www.mortehoemuseum.org.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870028 |
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| Rock-Pool Ramble, Main Slipway, Croyde |
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| Date: |
28 May 2013 |
| Time: |
1.30pm |
We meet at the top of the beach. Participants are responsible for their own safety. Dress according to the weather with footwear for rocks and sea. Under 16s to be accompanied. Nets, buckets and guides avaialable. Numbers may be limited.
Free Shore Events - Coastwise North Devon |
| Website: |
www.coastwisenorthdevon.org.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 882078/07889134466 |
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| Sail to Lundy Island 28/05 |
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| Date: |
28 May 2013 |
| Visit the beautiful Lundy Island - 3 miles long and half a mile wide, 10 miles off the coast of North Devon. Depart Bideford 8.30am, arrive back in Bideford at 7pm. Book at Woolacombe TIC on The Esplanade. |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 29/05 |
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| Date: |
29 May 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Heddon Valley Fun Days with the Exmoor Rangers |
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| Date: |
30 May 2013 |
| Time: |
11am-1pm |
Family Fun with the Exmoor Rangers.
Join the Exmoor Rangers for some family fun with an exciting range of nature and wildlife themed activities. £2 per child.
No need to book., find us opposite the shop in Heddon valley. We are halfway between Combe Martin and Lynmouth signposted Hunters .. more |
| Telephone: |
01598 763402 |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 30/05 |
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| Date: |
30 May 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| Sail to Lundy Island 30/05 |
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| Date: |
30 May 2013 |
Visit the beautiful Lundy Island - 3 miles long and half a mile wide, 10 miles off the coast of North Devon. Depart Bideford 9.30am, arrive back in Ilfracombe at 6.30pm, with connecting coach back to Bideford, arriving at 7.30pm.
Book at Woolacombe TIC on The Esplanade. |
| Website: |
www.lundyisland.co.uk |
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| Baggy Point Adventure Walk |
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| Heddon Valley Fun Day |
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| Date: |
30 May 2013 |
| Time: |
11am-1pm |
| Come and spend time with us in the valley for some exciting nature and wildlife themed nature activities. £2 per child. |
| Telephone: |
01598 763402 |
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| Live Music - The Red Barn - Jenna |
| Date: |
31 May 2013 |
| “North Devon singer-songwriter Jenna Witts is a free spirit with an effortless natural talent. She is an accomplished keyboards player and acoustic guitarist who comes to life on stage with her infectious laugh and humor (with a west-country twang )– then silences everyone with her startlingly matur .. more |
| Website: |
www.redbarnwoolacombe.co.uk |
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| Icon Classic Ocean Ski Race |
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| Date: |
01 June 2013 |
| Time: |
Race Start, 11am |
From Woolacombe to Combe Martin.
Supporting Childrens Hospice South West. |
| Website: |
www.oceanski.org.uk |
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| Combe Martin Beach Fest |
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| Date: |
01 June 2013 |
| Time: |
From 10am |
Live Music, Barbeque, Children's Mini Beach Triathlon & featuring internationally famous Shaun Ellis 'The Wolfman'.
Registration from 10am, £3 per child. Children's Triathlon 11am, Party Time 12.30pm. Awards 2pm. Raffle. Supporting Children's Hospice South West.
In conjunction with I .. more |
| Telephone: |
01271 325270 |
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| Sail to Lundy Island 01/06 |
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| Date: |
01 June 2013 |
Visit the beautiful Lundy Island - 3 miles long and half a mile wide, 10 miles off the coast of North Devon. Depart Ilfracombe 10am, arrive back in Ilfracombe at 6.30pm.
Book at Woolacombe TIC on The Esplanade. |
| Website: |
www.lundyisland.co.uk |
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| Open Garden, Foamlea, Chapel Hill, Mortehoe |
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| Date: |
01 June 2013 |
| Time: |
2pm-5pm |
Cliff Top position, Home-made Teas, Plant Sales. Parking at Mortehoe Pay & Display Car Park.
Entry £3.
In Aid of North Devon Hospice. |
| Website: |
www.northdevonhospice.org.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 871182 |
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| Combe Martin Strawberry Fayre 2013 |
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| Date: |
02 June 2013 |
The traditional start to the strawberry season is early June. Combe Martin was, at one time, a large producer of strawberries. Grown and packed for resale, the strawberries were sold all over Devon and further afield.
The traditional of holding a Strawberry Fayre on the first Sunday in June s .. more |
| Website: |
www.visitcombemartin.com |
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| Babe The Sheep Pig by Dick King Smith - Outdoor Theatre |
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| Date: |
02 June 2013 |
Illyria present Babe the Sheep Pig at Castle Hill. Bring the family, a picnic, chairs or a rug and enjoy this much loved children's story in the wonderful gardens at Castle Hill
Tickets available from The Plough Arts Centre 01805 624624 - £12.50 adult/ Concession £10 / Supporter .. more |
| Website: |
www.castlehilldevon.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01805 624624 |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 05/06 |
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| Date: |
05 June 2013 |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Atlantic Coast Cruise aboard Paddle Steamer Waverley |
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| Date: |
06 June 2013 |
| Time: |
1.45pm |
| Cruise the Atlantic Coast aboard the Paddle Steamer Waverley. Depart Ilfracombe Harbour 1.45pm, arrive back at 3.15pm. £15. |
| Telephone: |
0845 130 4647 |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 06/06 |
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| Date: |
06 June 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| Llama Festival of Arts & Music - CANCELLED |
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| Date: |
07 June 2013 to 09 June 2013 |
| Firstly we would like to thank everyone that has supported the Llama Arts and Music Festival this year. We have worked hard to create another great festival for everybody. Tickets have been selling steadily but slowly and we understand that there are more people still expecting to buy tickets betwee .. more |
| Website: |
www.llama.org.uk |
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| Live Music - The Red Barn - Woodford Green |
| Date: |
07 June 2013 |
| Boy/girl harmony vocals underpin trio Woodford Greens’ delicious roots folk music, played with heart and soul. |
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| Ilfracombe Victorian Week |
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| Date: |
08 June 2013 to 16 June 2013 |
| Celebrate the Victorian Era with stalls, shows, parades and lots more for all the family. Ilfracombe's bygone days are celebrated in this annual event. Visitors & locals alike dress up in magnificent victorian costumes and parade at an array of venues throughout the week. The whole week culminat .. more |
| Website: |
www.visitilfracombe.co.uk |
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| Lundy Gig Row |
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| Date: |
08 June 2013 to 09 June 2013 |
| The row from Clovelly to Lundy and back across 32 miles of open seas is a huge test of endurance. Depending upon the weather and tides, it can take up to four hours. Do come along and support the brave crews! They leave Clovelly at 8am and arrive at Lundy at about 11am. The following day they leave .. more |
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| Arlington Court Characters Come to Life |
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| Date: |
08 June 2013 |
| Meet a cast of characters from 1883 who lived and worked on the Arlington Estate. From a gamekeeper to kitchen maid they all have an interesting story to tell. Join a tour to meet several characters. |
| Telephone: |
01271 850296 |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 12/06 |
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| Date: |
12 June 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 13/06 |
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| Date: |
13 June 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| Live Music - The Red Barn - The Rivals |
| Date: |
14 June 2013 |
| The Rivals are here to help you find your inner groove, get on the floor and move your feet to the infectious sounds of the Mod movement. Your generation of mod style grooves, dig in your heels to the beat. |
| Website: |
www.redbarnwoolacombe.co.uk |
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| Exmoor Coast Cruise aboard Paddle Steamer Waverley |
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| Date: |
15 June 2013 |
| Time: |
2.30pm |
| Cruise the Exmoor Coast aboard Paddle Steamer Waverley. Depart Ilfracombe Harbour 2.30pm, arrive back 4.45pm. |
| Telephone: |
0845 130 4647 |
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| Foamlea Open Garden , Chapel Hill, Mortehoe 16/06 |
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| Date: |
16 June 2013 |
| Time: |
2pm-5pm |
| A world of interesting and colourful plants in a one acre cliff top site: shrubs, perennials, alpines, succulents - and a beautiful view. Entrance £3 for National Garden Scheme (NGS. Home-made refreshments on terrace, plants for sale. Sorry no dogs. Please park in Mortehoe Car Park. Gardener B .. more |
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| Lark Rise by Keith Dewhurst - Outdoor Theatre Production |
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| Date: |
16 June 2013 |
| Time: |
7.00pm |
The Plough Community Theatre presents Lark Rise
Tickets available from The Plough Arts Theatre 01805 624624 Adults £10 / Concessions £8 / Supporters £7 / Family tickets £21, £28, £35
Keith Dewhurst's lively 1978 adaptation for the National Theatre .. more |
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| Survival Strategies; Animal and Vegetable - Devon Wildlife Trust |
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| Date: |
18 June 2013 |
| Time: |
7pm-9pm |
Baggy Point, Croyde. Looking at the adaptations of plants and animals, which enable them to survive in challenging environments. Booking essential with Joyce Dignam on joyce.dignam@hotmail.co.uk/01271 374324 or Paul Madgett madgett@hotmail.com/01271 812617.
Suggested donations. Sorry no dogs. Org .. more |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe THURS 20/06 |
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| Date: |
20 June 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 20/06 |
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| Date: |
20 June 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| Gold Coast Ocean Fest 2013 |
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| Date: |
21 June 2013 to 23 June 2013 |
This will be the 15th year the music and beach sports festival has taken place in Croyde since it started in 1999.
The festival line-up will be released at a later stage.
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| Calvertstock 2013 |
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| Date: |
22 June 2013 |
| Time: |
1pm-11pm |
Beggars Roost Inn, A39 Barbrook, Near Lynton. EX35 6LD.
Cheap Camping, Fair Rides and Stalls, great food and live music.
Free Admission. |
| Website: |
www.calvert-trust.org.uk/exmoor/calvertstock |
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| Cruise the Atlantic Coast aboard Paddle Steamer - The Waverley |
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| Date: |
22 June 2013 |
| Time: |
1.45pm |
| Cruise the Atlantic Coast aboard Paddle Steamer - The Waverley. Depart Ilfracombe Harbour 1.45pm, arrive back 3.15pm. £15. |
| Telephone: |
0845 130 4647 |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 27/06 |
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| Date: |
27 June 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| Rock-Pool Ramble, Barricane Beach WOOLACOMBE |
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| Date: |
27 June 2013 |
| Time: |
2pm |
We meet at the top of the beach. Participants are responsible for their own safety. Dress according to the weather with footwear for rocks and sea. Under 16s to be accompanied. Nets, buckets and guides avaialable. Numbers may be limited.
Free Shore Events - Coastwise North Devon |
| Website: |
www.coastwisenorthdevon.org.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271882078/07889134466 |
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| Ben Foulds 21st Birthday Tribute Concert |
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| Date: |
29 June 2013 |
| Time: |
8pm-1am |
Hosted by Luke Honnoraty. Doors open 7.30pm.Sam Dowden, Sam Mayo and The Tuesday Syndicate, Two Tone, Ellie Campbell, The Confused. The Factory, Petroc, Oakwood Close, Roundswell, Barnstaple, EX31 3NJ.
Tickets online: www.wegotickets.com, or in person: Solo Music, Barnstaple,or Beatsworkin, Queen .. more |
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| Harry Juniper - 66 Years a Potter |
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| Date: |
29 June 2013 to 22 July 2013 |
| Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon, The Square, Barnstaple. Celebrating the life and work of Harry Juniper as he reaches his 66th year as a potter and much loved guardian of the North Devon sgraffito tradition. |
| Telephone: |
01271 346747 |
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| North Devon Marathon, Woolacombe 2013 |
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| Date: |
30 June 2013 |
The North Devon Marathon and Half Marathon has quickly established itself as one of the most challenging and visually stunning events in the UK. As in previous years, places are expected to sell out months in advance.
The coastal route is tough, which is part of the appeal, and the scenery i .. more |
| Website: |
www.northdevonmarathon.co.uk |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 03/07 |
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| Date: |
03 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 04/07 |
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| Date: |
04 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| North Devon Art Trek |
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| Date: |
06 July 2013 to 21 July 2013 |
Welcome to North Devon’s 10th Open Studios Event
Local artists throw open the doors of their homes and studios once again and invite you to talk to them first-hand and see their work in progress.
The studios include galleries, village halls, cafés and homes spread throughout the beaut .. more |
| Website: |
www.northdevontheatres.org.uk/art-trek.php |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 10/07 |
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| Date: |
10 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 11/07 |
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| Date: |
11 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| Arlington Court - Characters Come To Life |
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| Date: |
13 July 2013 |
| Meet a cast of characters from 1883 who lived and worked on the Arlington Estate. From a gamekeeper to kitchen maid they all have an interesting story to tell. Join a tour to meet several characters. |
| Telephone: |
01271 850296 |
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| Foamlea Open Garden , Chapel Hill, Mortehoe 14/07 |
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| Date: |
14 July 2013 |
| Time: |
2pm-5pm |
| A world of interesting and colourful plants in a one acre cliff top site: shrubs, perennials, alpines, succulents - and a beautiful view. Entrance £3 for National Garden Scheme (NGS. Home-made refreshments on terrace, plants for sale. Sorry no dogs. Please park in Mortehoe Car Park. Gardener B .. more |
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| Clovelly Maritime Festival 2013 |
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| Date: |
14 July 2013 |
| Time: |
10am-5pm |
A fabulous day out with classic seaside entertainment.
Attractions for all the family including Punch & Judy, shanty singers, and other maritime-themed entertainment.
There will also be a cookery demonstration and local craft and food stalls.
Raising funds for the North Dev .. more |
| Website: |
www.clovelly.co.uk |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 17/07 |
| Date: |
17 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 18/07 |
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| Date: |
18 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| English National Sheepdog Trials and Devon Countryside Fayre |
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| Date: |
19 July 2013 to 21 July 2013 |
Castle Hill, Filleigh, South Molton.
We are delighted to once again welcome the English National Sheepdog trials back to the South west of England. As in 2009 our hosts will be the Earl and Countess of Arran who have kindly agreed to again open their Castle Hill estate for the National Trials. In .. more |
| Website: |
www.englishnationalsheepdogtrials.org.uk |
| Telephone: |
01934 732661 |
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| Borough Valley Woods - Devon Wildlfie Trust |
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| Date: |
23 July 2013 |
| Time: |
7pm-9pm |
| Lee, West of Ilfracombe. Explore the contrasting broad-leaf woodland and coniferous plantation in this coastal valley. Booking essential with Joyce Dignam on joyce.dignam@hotmail.co.uk/01271 374324 or Paul madgett on madgett@hotmail.com/01271 812617. Suggested donation. Sorry no dogs. |
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| Shore Event - Monitoring with Shore Thing, Lee Beach |
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| Date: |
23 July 2013 |
| Time: |
11am |
| An MBA project with Jim Monroe. |
| Telephone: |
01271882078/07889134466 |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 24/07 |
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| Date: |
24 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 25/07 |
| Date: |
25 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| Toy & Train Collectors Fair, West Somerset Railway |
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| Date: |
28 July 2013 |
| Buy, sell and exchange. 50 tables under canopy with many top dealers including Dinky, Corgi and Hornby Trains. Free admission with 28th July valid WSR train ticket. Adults £1.75, concessions £1.35. |
| Website: |
www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 31/07 |
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| Date: |
31 July 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Between a Rock and a Hard Plaice - An Evening with Monty Halls |
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| Date: |
31 July 2013 |
| Time: |
7pm |
A unique event with one of the BBc's most popular adventure and wildlife presenters.
Tickets £10. |
| Website: |
www.montyhalls.co.uk/shop |
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| Shepherding Experience Walks with David Kennard & 'Fly' 01/08 |
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| Date: |
01 August 2013 to 26 September 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm Every Thursday (until 26/09) |
Experience Fly's breathtaking work in her natural environment on the cliff tops of Mortehoe, and hear about shepherding life in this beautiful corner of North Devon. Walks last approximately 2 hours, booking essential.
Adults £10, Children £5. Max 20 people. |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271 870056 |
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| Mortehoe Scarecrow Competition |
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| Date: |
02 August 2013 to 05 August 2013 |
| This years theme will be Heroes and Villans. Proceeds to St Marys Church, Mortehoe. |
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| Clovelly Lifeboat Weekend |
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| Date: |
03 August 2013 to 04 August 2013 |
Held in aid of the RNLI, it is a popular celebration of the Clovelly Lifeboat, Spirit of Clovelly. The Lifeboat House will be open both days to the public.
On Saturday there'll be a sponsored swim from Bucks Mills to Clovelly. On Sunday enjoy a cross dressing-up race, a tug-of-war and the ev .. more |
| Website: |
www.clovelly.co.uk |
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| Castle Hill Car Festival |
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| Date: |
03 August 2013 to 04 August 2013 |
| A weekend for the whole family. There will be wonderful cars on display including a huge array of Aston Martins celebrating the Aston Martin centenary, autojumble, a large number of trade stands, a children's play area, food concessions and a bar area. The North Devon Motor Club will be organising a .. more |
| Website: |
www.castlehilldevon.co.uk |
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| Exmoor Rail 2013 |
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| Date: |
03 August 2013 |
| Time: |
10am |
| Presented by Exmoor Coast Model Railways at Minehead Eye (next to Minehead Station). Wide range of top quality layouts/excellent trade support. Fully disabled-friendly venue. |
| Website: |
www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk |
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| The Steam & Vintage Rally |
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| Date: |
03 August 2013 to 04 August 2013 |
| Held at Norton Fitzwarren, the rally will echo to the sight, sound and smell of many mighty steam engines. A glittering array of superb machinery will be in action with some of the country's finest examples of vintage transport on display. |
| Website: |
www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk |
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| North Devon Show 2013 |
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| Date: |
07 August 2013 |
This is North Devon's premier Agricultural spectacle. The annual event is a celebration of North Devon's agricultural roots.
A host of livestock classes occupy the arenas throughout the day with Alpacas, Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Show Jumping and Open Dog Show.
Attractions, displays, demonstrat .. more |
| Website: |
www.northdevonshow.com |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 07/08 |
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| Date: |
07 August 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson |
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| Date: |
09 August 2013 |
5.00pm performance
Childrens' drama workshop in the West Wing 3.30pm - 4.15pm £3pp
Robert Louis Stevenson's much loved classic will be performed in the gardens. The show will be preceded by a children's workshop in the West Wing.
Workshop start time: 3.30 -4.15pm
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| Website: |
www.castlehilldevon.co.uk |
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| Rock-Pool Ramble, Lee Beach |
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| Date: |
09 August 2013 |
| Time: |
1pm |
We meet at the top of the beach. Participants are responsible for their own safety. Dress according to the weather with footwear for rocks and sea. Under 16s to be accompanied. Nets, buckets and guides avaialable. Numbers may be limited.
Free Shore Events - Coastwise North Devon |
| Website: |
www.coastwisenorthdevon.org.uk |
| Telephone: |
01271882078/07889134466 |
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| Combe Martin Carnival Week 2013 |
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| Date: |
10 August 2013 to 17 August 2013 |
A week of fun and entertainment!
The week includes the crowning of the carnival queen, the huge main parade, wheelbarrow race, raft race, live music and events for all ages. The main parade is always an evening of excitement and fun, attracting thousands of onlookers and featuring a long processi .. more |
| Website: |
www.combemartincarnival.com |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 14/08 |
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| Date: |
14 August 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| Twitchen Farm Walk, Mortehoe |
| Date: |
16 August 2013 |
| Time: |
10.30am-1pm |
With The National Trust
£4 Adult, £2 Children |
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| Clovelly Gig Regatta |
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| Date: |
17 August 2013 |
The West Country boasts a long tradition of racing pilot gigs. Gig racing is exciting, strenuous and often downright dangerous, with crews reaching speeds of 9 knots in North Devon's powerful tidal waters.
You're assured an exhilarating day's racing.
Normal admission charges apply. |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 21/08 |
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| Date: |
21 August 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| A Midsummer Night's Dream |
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| Date: |
21 August 2013 |
| Time: |
7pm |
Outdoor Theatre Performance
Probably the most loved of all the Shakespeare plays, Castle Hill is the perfect venue for this wonderful production.
Midsummer night. An enchanted forest. Puck and his musical fairy band tell a tale of lovers, mechanicals, and magical mayhem. The Pantaloo .. more |
| Website: |
www.castlehilldevon.co.uk |
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| Ilfracombe Carnival |
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| Date: |
22 August 2013 |
| Carnival Procession - An eclectic mix of floats will keep you entertained for an evening. This spectacular event raises monies for local charities and is a fun night for all the family. The judging will take place at 18:30 & the Procession will start at 19:30 from the Swimming Pool C.P, through .. more |
| Website: |
www.visitilfracombe.co.uk |
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| North Devon Mini Run |
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| Date: |
26 August 2013 |
| The Grand Tour will be out on the open roads with the people of North Devon and Exmoor. The rally is great fun to watch with over 300 cars and raises money for the Children's Hospice South West. |
| Website: |
www.smallcarsbighearts.co.uk |
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| Railway Autumn Gala |
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| Date: |
28 August 2013 to 29 August 2013 |
| Something for all the family, at Woody Bay Station. 10mins from Lynton on the A39. |
| Website: |
www.lynton-rail.co.ukl |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 28/08 |
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| Date: |
28 August 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| U .S Army Assault Training Centre 70th Anniversary Event, Woolacombe |
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| Date: |
31 August 2013 to 01 September 2013 |
The U.S. Army Assault Training Centre was established on 1st September 1943 to teach and train American infantry the tactics of amphibious assault in preparation for D-Day 6th June 1944.
To commemorate this historic anniversary a two day event will take place in Woolacombe at the very heart .. more |
| Website: |
www.assaulttrainingcentre.com/ANNIVERSARY |
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| Late Summer Weekend Celebration |
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| SHEEPDOG & FALCONRY DISPLAYS, Borough Farm, Mortehoe 04/09 |
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| Date: |
04 September 2013 |
| Time: |
6pm |
| Enjoy an evening in the company of the amazing Borough Farm sheepdogs, Jake, Fly, Zola and Alf as they gather sheep far into the distance, and enjoy their hilarious antics as they round up ducks... Together with a fantastic display from Exmoor Falconer George Pile, flying his falcons and owls plus h .. more |
| Website: |
www.boroughfarm.co.uk |
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| TWENTY THIRTEEN BIOBLITZ |
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| Date: |
07 September 2013 |
| Plans for a public Bioblitz are underway with Coastwise taking the lead. The aim is to make this a major event as part of the UNESCO Biosphere's 10th Anniversary celebrations by engaging the community in a wildlife census. They will be guided by experts drawn from a variety of local and countywide o .. more |
| Website: |
www.coastwisenorthdevon.org.uk |
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| Free Shore Event - Monitoring with Shore Thing, Lee Beach |
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| Date: |
19 September 2013 |
| Time: |
10.30am |
| Am MBA project with Jim Monroe. |
| Telephone: |
01271882078/07889134466 |
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| Mike The Knight at The West Somerset Railway |
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| Lyn Food Fest |
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| Date: |
29 September 2013 |
Enjoy the diverse and delicious range of food that North Devon & Exmoor produces.
This event provides a showcase for local produce from a variety of independent food and drink producers and amazing chefs. It is the chance to see and taste a wealth of local food and drink under one roof - .. more |
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| Scooby Doo at The West Somerset Railway |
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| Dunster by Candlelight |
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| Date: |
06 December 2013 to 07 December 2013 |
| Travel by heritage steam train from Bishops Lydeard to Dunster by Candlelight and see the remarkably preserved medieval village as it turns its back on the present and lights its streets with soft lights and candles. There is a free courtesy bus to transfer you from Minehead Station to Dunster Villa .. more |
| Website: |
www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk |
| Telephone: |
01643 704996 |
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