Exeter

The local community in St Thomas, Exeter, has come together and organised the second local community festival which is being held in the St Thomas Pleasure Grounds.

There will be lots to see and enjoy, with great local bands and musicians playing, a community tent with various family activities, workshops and demonstrations.

Around the park visitors will find numerous stalls run by local traders and crafters, face painting, fun activities for children and a Bouncy Castle.

You won’t go hungry as there is food and drink available, including vegetarian options, Ice...

The West Country Classic Vehicle Club will be presenting their 2014 Vintage Classic Event which this year will be attended by the children’s favourite The Minion and the Dr Who Dalek to name but a few.

Make the most of your trip to watch the Tour of Britain and pop into World of Country Life Exmouth where you can see a whole range of different sets of wheels.

Stroll through the Hall of Transport where you will see, amongst many, the Daimler used in the TV programme Mr Selfridge and the Charabanc used in the filming of Downton Abbey. You can explore the famous ‘Reg Imray...

A perfect opportunity to bring the whole family and discover a hidden jewel just a short walk from the city centre: Originally part of Exeter’s first medieval monastery, St Nicholas Priory is now presented as a richly furnished Tudor home in 1602 style based on evidence from inventories and archaeology.

10am-5pm, free drop-in

The 50+ Show is Britain's biggest exhibition for the active over-50s. It is a fun day out for everyone who loves life and wants to make the most out of life. Their motto is: Life is for Living.

Be positive and active at The 50+ Show West!

Features include: Craft workshops, fashion shows, cookery demonstrations, have-a-go-dancing, keep fit sessions, beauty makeover, health checks, music and entertainment, prize quiz, a climbing wall, seminars and information on finance, health, lifestyle PLUS a wide range of exhibition stands!

Register for free via www.50plushow.com...

Visit Otterton Mill to watch milling demonstrations.

Water power is used to produce our signature stoneground wholemeal flour, continuing in a 1,000-year old tradition. Do come along and watch the milling - it's poetry in motion and leaves no carbon footprint!

Millers are very happy to explain the milling process to you and answer any questions.

Two sessions are normally milled: from 11am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 3pm. Access to the Mill is free, although donations towards the Mill's ongoing upkeep and maintenance are welcome. Donations boxes are sited by the...

Visit Otterton Mill to watch milling demonstrations.

Water power is used to produce our signature stoneground wholemeal flour, continuing in a 1,000-year old tradition. Do come along and watch the milling - it's poetry in motion and leaves no carbon footprint!

Millers are very happy to explain the milling process to you and answer any questions.

Two sessions are normally milled: from 11am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 3pm. Access to the Mill is free, although donations towards the Mill's ongoing upkeep and maintenance are welcome. Donations boxes are sited by...

Visit Otterton Mill to watch milling demonstrations.

Water power is used to produce our signature stoneground wholemeal flour, continuing in a 1,000-year old tradition. Do come along and watch the milling - it's poetry in motion and leaves no carbon footprint!

Millers are very happy to explain the milling process to you and answer any questions.

Two sessions are normally milled: from 11am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 3pm. Access to the Mill is free, although donations towards the Mill's ongoing upkeep and maintenance are welcome. Donations boxes are sited by the...

The beautiful Bickham House gardens are open for the National Gardens Scheme from April until October.

Bickham Gardens recently featured in The Independent newspaper and its beautiful landscaped lawns and flower beds are well worth a visit.

Conservatory, small parterre, pond garden, walled kitchen garden, lake. Included in the admission price, the small garden at Bickham Cottage will also be open to the public.

No dogs except assistance dogs. Plants available for sale. Wheelchair access to at least the main features of the garden. Teas available at additional charge...

Visit the Toy and Train Collectors Fair!!

Catering for all collectors, walk, browse and look for those elusive and hard to find models - the list is endless:

Dinky, Corgi, Minichamps, Hornby Bassett Lowke, Meccano, Spot-On, Marklin, Scalextric, EFE, Actionman, Dolls,Teddies .......and much more all under one roof!

Open 10.30am-3pm.

Admission: adults: £3.50, children under 15 free (with an accompanying adult)

www.bulldogfairs.com

As part of the WW1 Centenary programme, author and broadcaster Clive Aslet will give a talk based on his book, War Memorial, which tells the story of the effect of conflict on a small rural community and the thirteen Devon men who lost their lives in WW1.

The evening will begin with a book signing and reception and all proceeds will go to the National Charity of the British Army - ABF The Soldiers' Charity.

Tickets are £25 and include the drinks reception

Details: http://www.soldierscharity.org/events/event-item/war-memorial-south-wes