Rathbones Spring Concert Series: Emma Johnson Clarinet & John Lenehan Piano

Event Date: 
17/04/2013 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
RAMM, Queen Street, Exeter

Emma Johnson has an international career as a soloist. She has performed across Europe, the USA and the Far East, as well as in Africa and Australia in venues such as the Kennedy Center, the Concertgebouw, the Louvre and the Barbican.

In Britain she has achieved particular popularity with her two discs on the Universal label, Voyage and The Mozart Album, which spent many weeks at the top of the Classical Charts. She is joined by her regular duo partner, the distinguished pianist John Lenehan.

Programme includes:

Mozart - Variations K581 Schumann - Romances Op.94...

Crediton Folk Weekend

Event Date: 
12/04/2013 - 5:00pm to 14/04/2013 - 2:00pm
Venue: 
Cheriton Fitzpaine

A weekend of folk music and entertainment held mostly at indoor venues in the village of Cheriton Fitzpaine - just a short drive from Crediton, Tiverton and Exeter.

As well as ticketed concert events, there will be free entertainment around the village, such as Morris Dancers, for all the family to watch and enjoy.

Entertainment takes place on Friday night, Saturday afternoon and Sunday lunchtime.

Click here for the full programme of entertainment and booking information.

Some camping space is available in the village. See website for venue map and advice...

The Wonder Stuff

Event Date: 
14/04/2013 - 8:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix

This West Midlands-based band gained a significant following in the late 1980s with two critically acclaimed albums, The Eight Legged Groove Machine and Hup.

Mainstream chart success followed with their third album in 1991, which included the hits The Size of a Cow, and Dizzy performed with Vic Reeves.

The band split in 1994, but after a seven year sabbatical, they reformed and continue to play their old numbers, along with new material.

Tickets: £18.

Box office: 01392 667080.

www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Jay Tamkin with band, The Swamp Gods & Alex Kumar

Event Date: 
13/04/2013 - 8:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter

Jay Tamkin is one of the finest blues based musicians performing in the UK today. He has developed a large array of inventive and excellently crafted songs while his live show demonstrates his explosive skills on guitar and keyboards.

Jay Tamkin and band have played extensively throughout Europe and in the States and their recent support for the Yardbirds in London was highly acclaimed.

Acoustic set in the Exeter Phoenix Cafe Bar: 8pm, main event in the auditorium at 8.30pm.

Tickets: £5 in advance, £6 on the door.

www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Dogs Day Out in aid of the Dog's Trust

Event Date: 
14/04/2013 - 10:00am
Venue: 
Phear Park, Exmouth

It's a great day for man’s best friend this Sunday (14 April) as East Devon District Council hosts a special Dog’s Day Out in Phear Park, Exmouth.

From 10am – 4pm people and their canine companions can enjoy a huge range of free activities in aid of The Dog’s Trust. Free micro chipping, a fun dog show, agility displays, a tombola and free giveaways are all on the cards as the council promotes responsible dog ownership in a fun, friendly way.

Over 15 stalls will feature merchandise, free goodies and a range of information from different groups, advising on dog health and...

Devon Air Ambulance Trust Golf Day

Event Date: 
18/09/2013 - 8:00am to 8:00pm
Venue: 
Bovey Castle, Dartmoor National Park

Love playing golf?

Why not enter a team at Devon Air Ambulance Trust's (DAAT) golf day on Wednesday 18 September at the prestigious Bovey Castle, North Bovey? As well as enjoying a great value day out you can make a difference by raising funds to help keep both of your Air Ambulances flying. Entry costs just £280 for a team of four and included in the price is an 18 hole round of golf, a two course buffet, plus competitions and prizes. To find out more go to http://www.daat.org/events/our+golf+day+/ to download an entry form. Alternatively contact Caroline Creer by email c.creer@...

Lecture: What Makes a Great Portrait?

Event Date: 
07/05/2013 - 6:30pm
Venue: 
Gallery 20, Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM), Queen Street, Exeter

What can portraiture teach us about self and identity? Sandy Nairne, Director of the National Portrait Gallery and Chair of the judging panel for the BP Portrait Award, will talk about the portraits in this year’s exhibition.

Tickets are £7 (£5) and available in person or by phone using a credit or debit card on 01392 265858 during opening hours. Early booking recommended. www.rammuseum.org.uk

Bluesman Eddie Martin returns to Otterton Mill

Event Date: 
18/04/2013 - 8:00pm
Venue: 
Otterton Mill

A welcome return from "the most remarkable bluesman of his generation" (Blues in Britain).

This charismatic multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and one man band is one of our most entertaining acts.

Eddie has the rare knack of writing blues songs that speak of now while paying dues to yesterday.

His performance energy is infectious, as his national steel guitar, rack mounted harmonic and suitcase (acting as bass drum) pound out driving rhythms to complement his soulful vocals.

Eddie is riding high on a phenomenal year in 2012, winning Act of the Year...

Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs Drive It Day

Event Date: 
21/04/2013 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Poltimore House Estate, Exeter

Situated just outside Exeter Devon on the B3181, Poltimore House and Grounds provides a great venue to celebrate the nostalgia of British Vehicles.

Come and take a stroll around our house and grounds, and view the magnificent vehicles on display.

This event relates to British-based clubs/independent enthusiasts rather than just British marques.

Admission on the day for spectators: £2 adults, £1 children.

Entertainment and enthuisast related sellers will be onsite throughout the day.

Dogs on leads welcome and refreshments will be available, 11am-4pm...

Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink

Event Date: 
26/04/2013 - 2:00pm to 28/04/2013 - 2:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter city centre

Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink is an annual event held in the courtyard of Exeter Castle and the surrounding Northernhay Gardens, right in the centre of Exeter.

Taking place over three days, the Festival also includes two evening Festival After Dark Events featuring live music, chef demos and a great atmosphere.

Now in its 10th year, the 2012 festival attracted more than 15,000 visits, with people flocking to Exeter to indulge in top-notch South West food and drink, see national TV celebrities, to learn from the many cookery demonstrations and workshops and...

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