events

Blood Moon Rising

Authored by Proteus
Posted: Thu, 07/26/2018 - 9:13am

The 12th annual Lapstock Music Festival is set to be the most memorable yet as the longest lunar eclipse this century will take place on Friday evening to provide a spectacular backdrop for festival goers and dedicated stargazers.

The eclipse gives the moon an eerie deep red tinge when it passes through the shadow cast by Earth and according to the Met Office forecast, the good weather in the West will make Devon one of the hotspots to see it.

History shows that Blood Moons have been revered and feared in equal measure but in reality it is a moment when three celestial...

Summer fun with Dartmoor National Park

Celebrate the start of National Parks Week and discover what makes Dartmoor so special at the Dartmoor Summer Fair on 21 July. The National Park Visitor Centre, Princetown is the place to be for this free family event. You will be able to meet the Dartmoor range producers as well as get the opportunity to try and buy their stunning Dartmoor inspired products; meet Lily Warne’s heritage Dartmoor breed sheep; take part in an outdoor lab and bug hunt in the Dartmoor Conservation Garden; join experts from The Box, Plymouth (previously Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery) and discover more...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (13-15 July):

THEATRE

The Comedy of Errors Friday & Saturday, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter Set sail for Greece with Exeter Little Theatre Company as it brings William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors to life. http://www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk/ Amendments Friday & Saturday, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter John Chesterton works in a world where political correctness is paramount. Fear of offending an increasingly sensitive populus is widespread, and any language deemed inappropriate or discriminatory is...

Hospiscare supporters take to the skies to boost funds

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Wed, 07/11/2018 - 10:34am

Hospiscare supporters will be taking to the skies above East Devon on Saturday 18 August for a morning of skydives at Dunkeswell Airfield to raise funds for the charity, which supports adults with terminal illnesses in Exeter, Mid and East Devon.

The skydivers will be in the capable and experienced hands of Skydive Buzz for what promises to be an adrenaline-filled and exhilarating experience. Hospiscare volunteer and first-time skydiver, Shirley Botfield from Exeter, will be jumping in memory of her late husband Keith, who died of mesothelioma at the Exeter hospice, Searle House,...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (6-8 July).

THEATRE

Grimm Tales in The Garden Friday & Saturday, Bycott Gardens, School Road, Silverton Silverton’s summer bliss is set to be shattered as dark fairy tales take centre stage in the Mid Devon village. Strange creatures, characters and much-loved names from the brothers Grimm will star in a series of stories performed outside by The Silverton Luvvies old and young. Using the backdrop of the village’s medieval church and performed in a magical garden, the 200-year-old German fairy tales...

Apple day at Elbury Farm Orchard

Event Date: 
29/09/2018 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Elbury Farm, Broadclyst, EX5 3BH

Make delicious apple juice Help to gather apples to chop and press to make delicious fresh fruit juice.

Bring a container and take some home.

No dogs.

Wellies advised.

Limited disabled access, please contact the Countryside team to discuss.

Free no booking required.

Outdoor meditation 22 Sept

Event Date: 
22/09/2018 - 10:30am to 12:30pm
Venue: 
Seaton wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Learn to meditate outdoors Join local instructor, Katherine Bolton in the peaceful wildlife garden at Seaton Wetlands for a morning of mindfulness and meditation.

Learn basic meditation skills and take home some quick-fix tips for handling stressful or busy times.

If poor weather the class will take place in the Reed Base Classroom.

Please bring a mat/ towel to sit on and wear comfortable loose fitting clothes.

£10 per person. booking required.

.

Bat Walk 20 Sept

Event Date: 
20/09/2018 - 8:00pm to 10:30pm
Venue: 
Seaton wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Discover bats at Seaton Wetlands Join the Countryside rangers for a twilight walk at Seaton Wetlands.

Look for evidence of greater horseshoe bats and listen using a bat detector.

Wrap-up warm and enjoy hot drinks in the Discovery Hut to finish. No dogs.

£5 per person. booking required.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/september-2018/ba...

Family forage and cook-up

Event Date: 
15/09/2018 - 10:00am to 12:30pm
Venue: 
Holyford Woods nr Colyford, Meet at Seaton Tower picnic area, Near Seaton Tower Services, NEAREST POSTCODE EX12 2TH Satellite Satellite

Discover food in the forest Join the Education Ranger for a foraging walk in the woods, followed by snacks cooked over the fire including seasonal wild foods.

Children to be accompanied.

Well behaved dogs on leads only.

£6 per person. Booking required.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/september-2018/fa...

Tai Chi on the Maer

Event Date: 
15/09/2018 - 9:00am to 10:00am
Venue: 
The Maer, Queens Drive, Exmouth, EX8 2BX

Join qualified Tai Chi instructor, Sam Forder on the Maer front for a unique Tai Chi experience.

This taster session will introduce the concepts and benefits of practising Tai Chi.

Tai Chi is an excellent exercise for the whole body, and practicing in the outdoor environment can enhance our connection to nature.

Practicing Tai Chi can strengthen our immune system, whilst also putting a large emphasis on improving the bodies' energy system.

An introductory session can be the first step for both new and returning students, and could lead to further practice...

Pages