What's On in East Devon
October 2011
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| 1-29 Oct 2011 |
Topsham Community Market - Topsham
The Topsham Community Market runs from 8.30am till 1pm every Saturday. There is a good mix of food stalls (Olives, Meat, Fresh Bread and Croissants, Cheese, etc), antiques, clothes, jewellery and craft stalls. |
| 1 - 31 Oct 2011 |
Dressing up, Dressing Down - Killerton
What was the first thing an Edwardian child put on in the morning? What did Victorian gentleman keep in their pockets? When would a Georgian lady put on her best dress?
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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| 1 Oct - 7 Nov 2011 |
Animals, Birds and Insects - Otterton Mill
Featuring South West artists whose art is inspired by the inhabitants of the natural world.
www.ottertonmill.com
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| 1 -22 Oct 2011 |
A Place in Time - Hybrid Gallery
Featuring Rosanna Martin, ceramicist.
In an open city space people are caught in a moment in time; in a country lane or garden the natural cycle rolls on. Paintings by Sam Hewitt and Mary Sumner.
www.hybrid-devon.co.uk |
| 1-31 Oct 2011 |
Literary Lyme Guided Walks - Lyme Regis
Guided walking tours of Lyme Regis & the Jurassic Coast. Explore its use as a setting in novels & films! Meet great historical characters & follow the footsteps of authors who visited or lived here including John Fowles and Jane Austen.
Contact Tel: 07763 974569 for more information. |
| 1 -31 Oct 2011 |
Celebration of Food
October is what foodies have been waiting for! Throughout the month, food and drink events are taking place from Bristol to the tip of Cornwall, making it the biggest food festival of its kind in the UK.
There's something for everyone, from festivals to fine dining events in individual restaurants, to fun foodie fun for kids.
Tel: 01271 859299 www.celebrationoffood.co.uk |
| 2 Oct 2011 |
The Dappled Pig by Richard Adams - Combe House Devon
A one day exhibition of new work by Richard Adams
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| 4 -14 Oct 2011 |
NADFAS A Level Art and Photography Winners Exhibition (South West) - Killerton
A great opportunity to see the work of some of the South West's most talented art and photography students.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
6,13.20 & 27
Oct 2011 |
Deer Rut Safari & Cream Tea - Powderham Castle
Autumn is the perfect time of year to visit Powderham Castle - the trees are bursting with shades of crimson and yellow and the wildlife is fascinating. Our herd of around 600 fallow deer in the surrounding deer park are in the throws of their rutting season come October.
www.powderham.co.uk
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| 7 Oct 2011 |
Concert in the Music Room - Powderham Castle
Enjoy an evening with the Trinity Laban String Quartet and Paul Morgan (playing the 1769 Brice Seede organ). Programme will include a newly discovered organ concerto by JS Bach.
www.powderham.co.uk |
| 7,14,21 & 28 Oct 2011 |
'Drop In' Garden Guided Walk on Fridays - Killerton
Enjoy an informal guided walk with a member of staff or a volunteer from the garden team. Discover more about this stunning garden with information on the plants and trees as well as the history.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 8 Oct 2011 |
Requiem - Exeter Cathedral
East Devon Choral Society and the Exeter Concert Orchestra with the Exeter Chamber Choir.
www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk
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| 8,15,22 & 29 Oct 2011 |
Killerton Parkrun - Killerton
A weekly free 5km event for runners of all ages and abilities.
All levels of fitness are welcome, from 'just for fun' runners, mums, dads and juniors, through to more serious atheletes.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 8-14 Oct 2011 |
Mid Devon Crafts Guild Exhibition - Knightshayes Court
Exhibition and sale by members of the Mid Devon Crafts Guild. In the stables exhibition room.
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| 8-20 Oct 2011 |
A Celebration of Apples - Knightshayes Court
A culinary celebration of the versatile apple! In the Stables Restaurant we will offering home-made fare using produce from our kitchen garden wherever possible...
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| 8-19 Oct 2011 |
Compelled to Collect - in partnership with Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter - A la Ronde
The work of the Parminter cousins interpreted by two contemporary artists from Devon. Jackie Abey and Jill Smallcombe specialise in cob as an artistic medium and small items of their work will be scattered amongst the collection at A la Ronde for you to discover.
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| 8 Oct 2011 |
Martin Procter "New Horizons" - Marine House
Martin Procter has been one of the leading artists exhibiting at Marine House at Beer since it opened in 1998. Over the years he has slowly and surely evolved his paintings towards the abstract.
www.marinehouseatbeer.co.uk
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| 9 & 30 Oct 2011 |
Fungi Foray - Killerton
Join Nigel Pinhorn of Devon Nature on a walk around the beautiful Killerton Estate and enjoy this introduction to the world of fungi.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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| 9 Oct 2011 |
The Big Pick Up - Killerton
Picking apples from Killerton's orchard which go on the produce Killerton Cider.
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| 9 Oct 2011 |
Falling Leaves Craft Fair - Topsham
Another exciting range of Craft Hub's handmade quality gifts and crafts at St Matthew's Hall, Topsham. Raffle and cafe selling lots of homemade food. Special raffle in aid of FORCE.
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| 10 Oct 2011 |
Focus on Fashion: Buttony - Killerton
Find out more about Killerton's dress collection and discover some fascinating facts about a small but important part of clothing in the past - the buttons!
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| 11 Oct 2011 |
Anglo Saxon King's Treasure Horde Workshop with Judith Richardson-Dawes - Castle Drogo
A unique chance to discover some of the rare and fantastic jewellery found in the Saxon Ship Burial at Sutton Hoo. Create your own artwork based on sumptuous Anglo Saxon treasures. Includes lunch.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 11 Oct 2011 |
Behind the scenes with our conservation staff - Killerton
Treasures forever - learn how we look after the the house collection - from furniture to paintings.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 12 Oct 2011 |
Tavistock Goose Fair - Tavistock
Historic Goose Fair in Tavistock. The fair attracts market traders and showmen from all over the Country. Stalls and side-shows are set up in the centre of the Town, and the adjacent roads are filed with over 200 traders.
www.tavistock.gov.uk |
| 14 Oct 2011 |
Laura Marling - Exeter Cathedral
Exeter Cathedral is proud to announce that Laura Marling's new 'When the Bell Tolls Tour' will begin in Exeter this October.
www.lauramarling.com |
| 15 & 27 Oct 2011 |
Sir Francis Drake at Home - Buckland Abbey
Meet the famous sailor and see his weapons and hear stories from the ocean waves!
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| 15 & 16 Oct 2011 |
Autumn Woodland Deer Walk and Breakfast - Castle Drogo
Join this guided walk during the fallow deer rut. Your chance to hopefully see and hear the deer and find the signs of their life in the colourful woods...
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 15 Oct 2011 |
Killerton : Farmers and Local Produce Market
Come and support our local food producers and reduce your food miles.
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| 15 Oct 2011 |
Fungi Foray - Knightshayes Court
with Nigel Pinhorn of Devon Nature Walks
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| 15 Oct 2011 |
Vintage Tea Dance - Exeter
Come dressed in your Vintage finery and join us for a spot of afternoon tea, a raffle and a good old fashioned bake sale! Step back to days gone by and learn some jive steps with our expert amateurs. Contact handsforhandenu@yahoo.com for more information.
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| 15 Oct 2011 |
Chut Fest & Real Bread Day - Killerton
Killerton is a Fine Farm Produce Award winner for our Apple Chutney. Join us at Chut Fest and be inspired to make your own at home.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 16 Oct 2011 |
Apple Day - Killerton
Killerton's Apple Day is a celebration of the English apple, with many apple related events.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 20 Oct 2011 |
Two Moors Festival Concert - Exeter Cathedral
A Dartmoor to Exmoor Music Festival.
This year's Two Moors Festival sees a total of thirty music concerts taking place in October.
www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk
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| 21-22 Oct 2011 |
The First Literary Weekend Festival in Ottery St Mary
Celebrating the life and work of Samuel Taylor Coleridge - Work of Samuel Taylor Coleridge – with guided walks on the Friday and Saturday mornings ‘Walking in the footsteps of Coleridge’ around the town and down by the river.
www.otterytourism.ning.com
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| 22-23 Oct 2011 |
Great Western Kit Car Show - Exeter, Westpoint
Fast and furious adrenalin rides, stunning replica super cars and new car launches from some of the 50 manufacturers showcasing their beautiful cars will make for an action packed indoor weekend.
www.westpointarena.com
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| 22 - 30 Oct 2011 |
Walk this way: Stepping out at Killerton - Killerton
A week-long event with a variety of different walks around the Killerton Estate.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 24-30 Oct 2011 |
Powderham :Spooky Tours
Hear fascinating tales of the Castle and its past residents as you are led by a friendly ghostly guide through the impressive Castle rooms. Are you brave enough to cross the haunted landing? Will you see the Grey Lady?
www.powderham.co.uk |
| 25 Oct 2011 |
Costume Day - Buckland Abbey
What would you look like in Tudor Costume?
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| 26 Oct 2011 |
Calligraphy and Decorated Letters - Buckland Abbey
Have a go at writing a piece of calligraphy or decorating a colourful letter to take home.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 28 Oct 2011 |
Exeter Cathedral
Informal Concert: The Isle of Wight Scottish Fiddlers
www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk |
| 28 Oct 2011 |
Ashclyst Forest Picnic Walk - Killerton
A guided circular walk from Killerton to Sprydon Beacon.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 22 - 30 Oct 2011 |
Walk this way: Stepping out at Killerton - Killerton
A week-long event with a variety of different walks around the Killerton Estate.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| 22 & 23 Oct 2011 |
Walk the walk - Knightshayes Court
Approximately 7km walk (4 miles) in and around Knightshayes
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| 24 Oct 2011 |
Walking the Jurassic Coast from Sidmouth to Branscombe as part of the National Walking Festival - East Devon Jurassic Coast
Walk through geological time from Sidmouth to Branscombe enjoying breath taking views along the way.
Join National Trust Ranger for a scenic 6 mile walk along the Jurassic Coast from Sidmouth to Branscombe as part of the National Walking Festival.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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| 26 Oct 2011 |
Lower Halsdon to A la Ronde - A la Ronde
Venturing beyond the gates of A la Ronde
Join a National Trust Ranger for a circular walk from A la Ronde exploring Lower Halsdon and the Exe Estuary.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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| 27 Oct 2011 |
Bampton Charter Fair - Bampton
The historic annual Bampton Charter Fair. Lots of fun and activities for all the family. Anderton & Rowland's West Country Fun Fair. Watch the famous Exmoor pony sales and enjoy a Free folk festival lasting right through until Sunday.
www.bamptoncharterfair.org.uk
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| 27 Oct 2011 |
Secret World Roadshow - Knightshayes Court
Secret World is a charity that specialises in the rescue, rehabilitation and eventual release of Britain's orphaned, injured and sick wildlife and is the only 24/7 service in the South West...
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| 28 Oct 2011 |
Festival Lunchtime Concerts - Sam Armstrong, piano - Honiton
A series of lunchtime classical concerts presented by the Honiton Festival in the Parish Church of St Paul's located in the centre of the High Street and commencing at 1pm with lunch available from
12 noon.
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29th Oct -
11th Nov 2011
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Charlie O'Sullivan "Between the Lines" - Marine House
Rarely is an artist more inventive and exciting than Charlie O’Sullivan. Her paintings sprang to the attention of the art world three years ago and response to her work has been phenomenal in Devon, London and Edinburgh.
www.marinehouseatbeer.co.uk
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29th Oct -
11th Nov 2011 |
Amanda Popham "Very Special Ceramics" - Marine House
Do inventiveness and imagination know no bounds? Amanda Popham has now worked closely with Steam Gallery for more than 8 years and this will be her largest ever show at the gallery.
www.marinehouseatbeer.co.uk
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