Access via Park & Ride Scheme from Wheddon Cross.
NOTE: snowdrops are flowering early this year - so visit early in February to avoid disappointment....
See: www.wheddoncross.org.uk/snowdropvalley.htm for all the info' you'll need.
The annual commemorative, torch lit march and fireworks display.
Saturday 28th Feb 2009
‘Startrek' (night walk) 2009
A night orienteering exercise over a figure-of-eight course set on Exmoor. The event is run by the Rotary Club of Ilfracombe; all the participants, usually more than 400, are sponsored to raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West, the North Devon Hospice and other worthy causes identified by the Rotary club.
Entry forms can be downloaded from: www.rotary-startrek.org.uk
these black and white photos were taken by the late James Ravilious: a small collection of his many pictures, capturing a recently lost way of life in North Devon's rural community, can be seen in the Museum of North Devon, The Square, Barnstaple (admission free); this office, the tourist information centre, is also based there. Several wonderful books of Ravilious photographs are on sale at the Burton Art Gallery and Museum, in Bideford.
Competion open to all. Classes in Flowers, vegetables,fruit,cookery and wine....
Venue: Porlock Village Hall
Price: £0.50
Time: 14:00-17:00
- for further information contact Porlock Tourist Centre on 01643 863150
Sunday 5th April
Sun 12th April 2009
Find one of ten fudge stones, which'll be hidden each day in Clovelly village.
Win up to a kilo of yummy Clovelly fudge.
Normal admission charges to village.
Family Easter Bunny Hunt and Daffodil Weekend
....follow our egg-citing cryptic clues around the woodland gardens amongst a host of daffodils, find the answers and win a chocolate prize!
See: www.castlehilldevon.co.uk
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Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April 2009
RHS Garden Rosemoor - National Rhododendron Show
from 10.00am. Tel: 01805 626800 for more info.
http://www.walkingnorthdevon.co.uk/ or 'phone 01271 883131
Ilfracombe Beer Festival
at The Landmark Theatre
Tel: 01271 865655 for more info
Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th May 2009
Chenson Woods Bluebell Walk
2.00pm to 6.00pm Sunday and Monday
Two trails through the woods and fields of Chenson Farm (via A377 between Eggesford and Lapford): there are 60 acres of ancient and semi-natural woodland on this organic farm. Allow up to one hour per trail - lots of other woodland flowers (see information notices along the paths). Entry £1.50 per person. Cream Teas available - proceeds to local church projects. For more information please 'phone 01363 83746 or 01363 83236.
Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May 2009
Lynton & Barnstaple Railway
Spring Gala Weekend
See: www.lynton-rail.co.uk
www.devoncountyshow.co.uk
- for further information contact Combe Martin TIC at mail@visitcombemartin.co.uk or 'phone 01271 883319
- potwalloping is the gathering of stones and boulders from the beach, left by winter storms, and replacing them on the 'pebble ridge' that protects the 'burrows' from coastal erosion
Plant Fair
Local nurseries selling rare and unusual plants. (In support of The National Council for the Conservation of Plants and Gardens).
See: www.castlehilldevon.co.uk
9am - 6.30pm daily
Shepton Mallet, Somerset
www.appledorearts.org or 'phone the Festival Coordinator on 07900 212747
Telephone South Molton TIC on 01769 574122 for more info.
for hundreds of events throughout North Devon
www.northdevonfestival.org
www.royalcornwallshow.org
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In the village of West Down, near Ilfracombe. Free parking & entry to field.
Tug-o -war, junior five aside football, dancing, music - West Down Celidh Band - beer tent & food, many stalls & competitions.
Entry to field 1 p.m. Events start at 2 p.m.
Disco & spit roast in the evening at the Parish Hall 7.30pm.
- one of the most popular events of the year, everyone, it seems, in Ilfracombe dresses up in Victorian costume for nine days of splendour: there are horse drawn carriages, steam engines, punch and judy shows, street entertainment, brass bands and boat trips. Many visitors bring their own costume and join in !
See www.ilfracombevictoriancelebration.org.uk for full details.
This is an open-air and free music festival for all ages and musical tastes set in the villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, on the coast of Exmoor National Park, over the weekend 8th - 10th June.
See www.llama.org.uk for full details of the bands playing and the stages as well as accommodation information. Part of the North Devon Festival, this is the largest free music festival in Devon.
Art Trek Open Studios
See: www.northdevonfestival.org
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Goldcoast Oceanfest - Croyde & Saunton beaches
www.goldcoastoceanfest.co.uk
01271 817000
Saturday is Fayre Day (events throughout the day); Civic Parade on Sunday
- for further information contact South Molton TIC at mail@visitsouthmolton.co.uk or 'phone 01769 574180
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Scent of Summer Weekend
from 10.00am
- phone 01805 626800.
Art Trek Open Studios
See: www.northdevonfestival.org
every weekend in July
- for further information contact Combe Martin TIC at mail@visitcombemartin.co.uk or 'phone 01271 883319
Woody Bay Beer Festival
See: www.lynton-rail.co.uk
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- for further information contact Linacre's Pottery on tel: 01271 375776.
- to book stall space contact Pilton Stores on tel: 01271 372418.
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The annual gig race from Clovelly around Lundy Island and back.
The ocean rowing race. Starts at 3pm on Saturday from Clovelly. Returns to Clovelly from Lundy on Sunday (having departed Lundy at 10am).
Normal admission charges to village.
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Woolacombe National Sandcastle Competition 2009
at Woolacombe Beach 11am to 4pm
Team entries (six per team) are invited - tel: 01271 344248
also all small children asked to come with buckets and spades to help build a special display
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Open Air Theatre
- phone 01805 626800.
- for further information contact Ilfracombe TIC: 'phone 01271 863001
Telephone Bideford TIC on 01237 477676
Church of St Mary the Virgin, 10.00am to 6.00pm.
www.southwestforest.org.uk/woodfair.html
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Agricultural Show held at Clovelly Court, from 9.00am.
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, along with horse and pony competitions.
See: www.woolseryshow.org.uk
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Clematis Exhibition
- phone 01805 626800.
in aid of the R.N.L.I., 10.00am to 5.00pm.
A great day out for all the family, packed full of fun and action, down at the harbour.
Normal admission charges to village.
Ilfracombe Bird Man Competition
On the pier at Ilfracombe: wacky attempts at man-powered flight by the eccentric, whimsical or (possibly) unhinged: failures are embraced by Father Neptune. Organised by Ilfracombe Round Table www.ilfracomberoundtable.co.uk - or further info' on www.myspace.com/ilfracombebirdman
- or contact Ilfracombe TIC at ilfracombe@aol.com tel: 01271 863001.
Castle Hill Gardens, Filleigh
Teddy Bears Picnic
Bring your favourite Teddy for a day out with your own picnics to Ugley Bridge and play pooh-sticks. If it is wet, picnic in the West Wing.
See: www.castlehilldevon.co.uk
Our principal agriculture and countryside event.
www.northdevonshow.com
- for further information contact Combe Martin TIC at mail@visitcombemartin.co.uk or 'phone 01271 883319
Britain’s BIGGEST Emergency Services LIVE Display Day. 10am to 4pm
Coastguard. Police Force. Fire Brigade. RAF 22 Squadron Rescue HELICOPTER. RNLI Lifeboat. Lifeguards. Search and Rescue. Ambulance Service. etc etc. Live air-sea RESCUES. Real FIRES. See the roof being CUT off a car. Meet the REAL LIFE professionals and learn what it takes to keep us safe. An unforgettable day of family ACTION. Static Displays. Trampolines. Climbing wall. Fresh Burgers. Excellent VALUE with all proceeds going to local charities and good causes! Park & Ride. ONE day only.
Further info, pictures, and special offer advance tickets (for a limited period) will be available, on www.ilfracomberoundtable.co.uk.
Contact: Combe Martin TIC on 01271 883319.
in aid of local charities
Fun on The Quay begins at 4pm
in the grounds of Dunster Castle (NT)
Agricultural and Country Sports Show
If you would like to know more about the Dunster Show, please call Rebecca Langdon on 01984 656990
English National Sheepdog Trials
Various stalls and events
See: www.castlehilldevon.co.uk
Local Produce Show
from 10.00am - phone 01805 626800.
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'tis a wonderful time to be on the moors!
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Carnival starts at 6.00pm - The Massed Pipes & Drums will be parading on the Quay after the carnival
Contact Mike Harper 01237 422477 mike@rockbymail.co.uk
www.bidefordmassedbands.co.uk
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in celebration of Clovelly's seafood - outdoor kitchen on the quay - from 10am.
'Try before you buy', recipes, food and craft stalls, barbecue, folk musicians, children's entertainment.
Normal admission charges to village.
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- this ancient "end of harvest" fair starts on the Wednesday before 20th September each year. Originally it was an agricultural market and employment fair lasting three days: one day for horses, another for cattle and the other for sheep. Farm labourers were employed "until Barnstaple Fair"; they'd then come to town to seek "a new maister". Nowadays there is a vast funfair (second only to Nottingham Goose Fair, in size), which is in full swing from late afternoon until midnight for each of the four days.
*picture of mayor (bottom left) testing the scales to ensure honest trading in the Pannier Market.
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Barnstaple Carnival & Fireworks Extravaganza
- on the Saturday afternoon of Barnstaple Fair, following great celebrations and buffoonery on the Castle Green, the procession starts at 6.00pm (same route as 2008). This huge gathering, featuring the top floats from many other West Country carnivals, takes just over two hours to circle the town. Two good places to watch it pass are at The Square and in Boutport Street outside the Queen's Theatre.
- the fireworks are loosed over the River Taw from Anchor Bank at about 8.15pm.
2007 Carnival had 18 large floats (articulated lorries), plus many smaller displays.
Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September 2009
Chapelton Barton, 4 miles south of Barnstaple (via A377 Old Exeter Road)
See: www.dtec.freeuk.com
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Fungi Day
from 2.30pm - phone 01805 626800.
more info from 01984 635360
Contact: Shirley Friend
Phone: 01837 52230
See: www.thetwomoorsfestival.com
Apple Day
from 10.00am - phone 01805 626800.
A two day tool show at the Barnstaple Hotel
FREE PARKING - FREE ENTRY - MASSIVE DEALS - DEMONSTRATIONS - NEW PRODUCTS
See: www.taylorfasteners.co.uk/toolshow
See: www.exmoorbeast.org
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Sunday 15 November 2009, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
"The herring is the king of the sea, the herring is the fish for me, sing follderiddle-aye ...."
Smokehouse and demonstrations of fishing skills and crafts. Mike Smylie's Kipperland Exhibition. Quay kitchen with tastings, shanty singers, special promotion of Devon cider and wine ".... an' all sorts of things". Normal admission charges to village.
Event may be subject to change, so please consult www.clovelly.co.uk/events for latest details.
Contact: Lynton TIC on 01598 752225
Late Night Shopping in Barnstaple
Come and see Barnstaple's new Christmas Lights. The town centre will be pedestrianised for late shopping until 9.00pm. There'll be bands a'playing, singers singing and shoppers shopping....
Sunday, 6 December 2009 from 4 p.m.
Starting from the Visitor Centre, Clovelly.
Don’t miss the annual tradition of switching on Clovelly’s fairy lights. Follow the procession down the cobbles, accompanied by a brass band, then look out for Santa’s arrival! Harbourside carols, mulled wine, barbecue and more to spread some seasonal good cheer,
with a fireworks grande finale. Entry free from 2:00 p.m. Small parking charge.
Every day including Sundays and on Late Night Shopping nights (until 9.00pm).
Times to be confirmed: 6.00pm (?) Reindeer and Father Christmas Parade starts from Boutport Street (behind Green Lanes Shopping Centre) - route through town's main shopping streets - to Pannier Market. See reindeer in Pannier Market until 8.00pm (?).
Bideford New Year's Eve Riverside Party
There's always lots goin' on at Bideford for New Year's Eve - this is the place to be for the serious reveller....
- for further information contact Bideford TIC at bidefordtic@visit.org.uk or 'phone 01237 477676.
Barnstaple New Year's Eve
In The Square you'll see a large music stage with fun and games for the children and adults - and a range of children's entertainment, including bouncy castles, etc...
....and finally, fireworks at midnight o'er the river Taw.
See: www.barnstaplenewyearseve.co.uk