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Free Cider and Summer Tunes Come to Devon with a Music Series from Thatchers Cider

Free pints, live music and summer vibes

Thatchers is set to delight music and cider fans heading into venues and pubs across the summer with a national 40+ gig series that will visit Devon throughout August.

A mix of Juicy Sounds DJ nights and Summer Sessions acoustic evenings will be held to celebrate what promises to be a summer filled, not just with sport, but with music too.

Events are currently planned for:

The Blue Ball in Exeter on Friday 7th August.
Boathouse, Dawlish, Saturday 8th August.
Hyde Dendy,

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Famous fiddle player comes to Devon

Scottish fiddle player Patsy Reid will be performing at The Big Church in Silverton tomorrow (Tuesday 29 April) as part of her ' The Brightest Path' tour.

Pasty, who has played with several artists over the years including The Cecil Sharp Project and Kathryn Tickell’s Northumbrian Voices, is taking centre stage on the tour which began in Febuary.

The tour will see Patsy perform music from her first solo album 'The Brightest Path', which is Patsy's first solo recording in six years.

The album features artists including Ben Nicholls, Ewan Macpherson and Mattie Foulds...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Making plans for the weekend? Then you've come to the right place! Check out our guide to the best of What's On in and around Exeter:

THEATRE

Kit & McConnel Saturday, 7.30pm, Northcott Theatre, Exeter Since they teamed up as a cabaret duo a couple of years ago, Kit Hesketh Harvey (Just A Minute, Kit and the Widow) and his new fella, pianist, composer and Hugh Grantalike James McConnel have stormed in cabaret, from the Edinburgh and Aldeburgh Festivals to international tours as paid escorts to Joan Rivers. Tickets: £20.50. www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

The Various...

Street Motion Freerunning Academy grand opening

This Sunday (27 April) Street Motion will be hosting a day of free taster sessions for anyone wanting to have a go at parkour or freerunning at the newly-opened Exeter Sports Academy in Marsh Barton, Exeter.

Each session will last for 30 minutes and there are different activities going on at different times throughout the day.

All the activities and entry to the event is free of charge but please pre-book the activity / time slot of your choice by completing the form here: http://www.streetmotion.co.uk/exetersportsacademy/

Charity Quiz to benefit two local charities

Local law firm, Gilbert Stephens LLP, is set to host another of its popular charity quizzes on Thursday 15 May at Kennaway House, Sidmouth, to raise funds for two local charities – Sidmouth Voluntary Services and FORCE Cancer Charity.

The event, organised by the law firm for the third consecutive year, starts at 7pm and hopes to attract over 70 people and raise hundreds of pounds on the night.

Held in Kennaway House’s Cellar Bar, a buffet will be included in the £30.00 team entry fee and the organisers are calling upon local people to get behind the fundraising event....

Game of Thrones actor starring in Exeter performance of Under Milk Wood

Game of Thrones actor Owen Teale will star in director Terry Hands’ new production of Under Milk Wood, which comes to the Exeter Northcott Theatre on Tuesday 29 April.

The production marks the centenary of Dylan Thomas’ birth, as well as the 60th anniversary since Under Milk Wood was first produced in Britain, as a radio play by the BBC, in 1954. A cast of Welsh actors also includes Torchwood actor Kai Owen and Steven Meo (The Fabulous Baker Boys).

Come to Llareggub, a small Welsh town by the sea. Meet blind Captain Cat, Mog Edwards and his sweetheart Miss Price, Sinbad...

How to tell a man by his shoes

You may think that the eyes are the window to the soul but actually one of the best way to tell a man’s personality and preferences is by looking at his shoes! First impressions are the biggest impressions and we perceive others through non-verbal communication, where footwear certainly points the way to showcasing a man’s moral character. Whether the occasion is a date, a wedding or a job interview, High & Mighty ( located in Fore Street) take a look at what his footwork says about him.

THE BOAT SHOES MAN This gentleman enjoys shopping and likes to put effort into his outfit...

New and upcoming band to perform in Exeter

Guitar driven pop group Farra will be performing at the Tobacco House on Monday 21st April as part of their debut UK tour.

Farra, who have supported the likes of Jesse J, Rita Ora and Ollie Murs are now set to take centre stage as they embark on their UK tour which began last week.

The tour will see the group, which consists of Ollie, Charis, James and Josh, perform music inspired by artists such as The Killers and David Bowie.

2014 is proving to be an exciting year for the group. As well as their exciting tour they will also be releasing their debut single '...

Easter bank holiday family fun

If you're wondering how you're going to keep the kids entertained over Easter we’ve got plenty of great ideas:

Until 17 April

Easter at Knightshayes Court, Tiverton Keep your little imps busy this holiday by introducing them to the Victorian fascination with the world of Fairies (with the odd goblin thrown in!). Join in the trail and one of the magical activities- brewing potions and magicing up wands! Open 10am-5pm. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knightshayes

April 18

Jungle Jim visits Devon’s Crealy Great Adventure Park Join Jungle Jim, the multi award-...

Scrumpstock Festival heads for Bicton

Scrumpstock, a cider, scrumpy, ale and music festival, is coming to Devon.

The festival, previously entertaining cider drinkers in Somerset, will be held at Bicton College over the weekend of 24-25 May.

Scrumpstock representative Jim Fry explained why the decision was made to bring this fantastic festival to Devon. He said: "Whilst looking for a more rural, pleasing environment to hold our festivities we came across the splendid grounds of Bicton College who were only too happy to have us.

"Not only because we bring extra income to the college but also because of...

Brand new ride at Crealy

Devon’s Crealy Great Adventure Park, the South West’s number one family attraction, is showing off their brand new ride, The Flying Machine this Easter. The new ride is part of the £1m investment in the park's 25th anniversary year.

Guests are invited to take to the sky on the brand new ride as part of the school holiday celebrations. The amazing new ride provides a spectacular aerial adventure for younger guests and those who are just young at heart. Riders of The Flying Machine will soar to new heights of fun at Devon’s Crealy Adventure Park, swinging high and swooping low and...

Entertainment & Reviews

Free Cider and Summer Tunes Come to Devon with a Music Series from Thatchers Cider

Famous fiddle player comes to Devon

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Street Motion Freerunning Academy grand opening

Charity Quiz to benefit two local charities

Game of Thrones actor starring in Exeter performance of Under Milk Wood

How to tell a man by his shoes

New and upcoming band to perform in Exeter

Easter bank holiday family fun

Scrumpstock Festival heads for Bicton

Brand new ride at Crealy

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