Spirit of the Exe: Exe-travaganza

Event Date: 
01/08/2015 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Exeter Quay

Everybody is invited to an Exe-travaganza on Saturday 1st August at Exeter Quay on the Piazza Terracina from 11am.

Spirit of the Exe is a free festival for all the family with live music, stalls, face painting, nature walks, creative activities for all ages, stilt walkers, activities on the river and much much more.

The event will be a celebration of the estuary! It is a globally important site for wildlife, a hub of activities for people to enjoy their leisure time, an area steeped in maritime history and a place of beauty and pride for local communities.

The...

Sidmouth Folk Week

Event Date: 
07/08/2015 - 10:00am to 11:00pm
Venue: 
Sidmouth

Sidmouth Folk Week is a unique week-long seaside celebration of music, dance and song taking place in the charming East Devon regency coastal resort – a must in every festival goer’s annual diary.

There has been a folk festival in Sidmouth in the first week of August every year since 1955, attracting tens of thousands of visitors to over 700 diverse events with a promise of ‘something for everyone’ – from major league concerts to small intimate sessions, from ceilidh dancing to lively roots parties, from family entertainment to youth-centred masterclasses, from social dance to...

Outdoor Cinema

Event Date: 
28/08/2015 - 8:00pm to 30/08/2015 - 8:00pm
Venue: 
Powderham Castle

This summer The Luna Cinema is bringing open air cinema to Powderham Castle for the first time.

Come and join us for three nights of classic cinema under the stars with a selection of iconic films on the big screen. There's a limited capacity for each screening, so book early to avoid missing out on the cinematic event of the year.

Friday 28 August - "Dirty Dancing". Starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey and boasting an iconic soundtrack, it's the perfect film for open air cinema.

Saturday 29 August - "Mamma Mia". Dress up and get ready to sing along to your...

Pirates and Mermaids Weekend

Event Date: 
23/08/2015 - 10:00am to 31/08/2015 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Powderham Castle

The Pocketwatch crew and Captain Jack bring the summer themes to a close with another visit. They may be joined by a mystical sea nymph from the ocean but she can’t stay on land for long. This is your opportunity to ask a mermaid a question – you may find out some surprising things!

Don’t forget we are open Saturday 29th August.

This event is included in a child's standard admission. (Children returning with a free return ticket or a discounted ticket may take part in our themed activity for £2.50)

Themed Activity provided by Jonty Depp and Pocketwatch Theatre....

Shakespeare: As You Like It

Event Date: 
20/08/2015 - 6:00pm
Venue: 
Powderham Castle

The Bard’s wonderful pastoral comedy full of love, laughter, and lyricism, and performed by this talented all-male company. A colourfully-costumed two hour show, set in the Forest of Arden, full of engaging characters, and featuring songs set to original music by Johnny Coppin. Perfect entertainment for a Summer’s evening.

Tickets in advance.

£14.00 - adults

£12.00 - concessions

tickets on the night.

£16.00 - adults

£14.00 concessions

Grounds open 6pm and performance starts at 7pm.

To book tickets please ring 01626 890243 and...

Kings & Queens Week

Event Date: 
16/08/2015 - 10:00am to 21/08/2015 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Powderham Castle

The Pocketwatch team have continued their historical research and bring you the chance to see this original show combining puppets and live action. “A Millennium of Monarchs” packs once thousand years of history and interesting facts about England’s kings and queens into 45 manic minutes!

This event is included in a child's standard admission. (Children returning with a free return ticket or a discounted ticket may take part in our themed activity for £2.50)

Themed Activity provided by Jonty Depp and Pocketwatch Theatre.

http://www.powderham.co.uk/

Robin Hood Week

Event Date: 
09/08/2015 - 10:00am to 14/08/2015 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Powderham Castle

Get ready for some swashbuckling Pocketwatch action with our merry men…and women! What silly taxes will the dreadful Sheriff of Powderham levy this week? Will you help Robin Hood and Maid Marian as they try to spoil his plans?

This event is included in a child's standard admission. (Children returning with a free return ticket or a discounted ticket may take part in our themed activity for £2.50)

Themed Activity provided by Jonty Depp and Pocketwatch Theatre.

http://www.powderham.co.uk/

Knights & Dragons

Event Date: 
02/08/2015 - 9:30pm to 07/08/2015 - 9:30pm
Venue: 
Powderham Castle

A magical tale of knights, dragons, witches and wizards. Have you the courage (and flame-resistant pants) to help Sir Drew P Drawers with his quest? If so, then join this original medieval fairy tale written by Pocketwatch Theatre.

This event is included in a child's standard admission. (Children returning with a free return ticket or a discounted ticket may take part in our themed activity for £2.50)

Themed Activity provided by Jonty Depp and Pocketwatch Theatre.

www.powderham.co.uk

One Lion

Event Date: 
29/08/2015 - 9:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix

Reggae and hip hop DJs.

9pm-2am

Over 18 only

Wax the Van Terrace Party

Event Date: 
28/08/2015 - 6:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix

Wax The Van residents and guests ease you into the weekend with a fine selection of Disco/Balearic/House/Funk vinyl.

Free entry all night.

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