Exeter will host two festivals featuring literature and writing this autumn. In October, exetreme imagination – Exeter’s biennial festival of writing and stories – will unlock imaginations for young people across the city. In November, Exeter Literary Festival will bring together a range of experts to share knowledge. The festivals will feature nationally known and local award-winning authors, including Philip Reeve whose book Mortal Engines will be released as a Universal Pictures blockbuster movie directed by Peter Jackson. exetreme imagination runs from 15 to 27 October, with public...
Get ready for a night of inspirational adventure as the Ocean Film Festival World Tour lands at the Corn Exchange, Exeter, on 5 September and 3 October.
This is a brand-new collection of films starring seafaring adventurers as they surf the world’s biggest waves, row treacherous oceans and venture to spectacular and barely explored depths of the planet!
With incredible cinematography and fascinating characters who have dedicated their lives to the sea, be wowed by the magic and mysteries of the ocean… on the big screen!
]Get ready for a night of inspirational adventure as the Ocean Film Festival World Tour lands at the Corn Exchange, Exeter, on 5 September and 3 October.
This is a brand-new collection of films starring seafaring adventurers as they surf the world’s biggest waves, row treacherous oceans and venture to spectacular and barely explored depths of the planet!
With incredible cinematography and fascinating characters who have dedicated their lives to the sea, be wowed by the magic and mysteries of the ocean… on the big screen!
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...
Music at the Mill will showcase local young talent
The 12th annual Lapstock Music Festival will feature over 30 acts on three stages over two days including an evening that will showcase some of the best young performers in Devon.
Located in mid-Devon at Lapford’s historic Mill on the River Yeo, the family oriented not-for-profit festival boasts both top-rate professional bands and performers as well as a range of activities for all to enjoy including drumming and didgeridoo workshops, children's storytelling, yoga, sculpture, jewellery making, a forest school and street...
The full line-up for both days of Chagstock Festival 2018 has now been confirmed.
More than 50 acts including the likes of Imelda May, Buzzcocks, Show of Hands, King King and The Correspondents complete another fabulous bill for this boutique not-for-profit event supporting Devon Air Ambulance Trust, held on one of the UK's most beautiful festival sites.
Taking place on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st July 2018, Chagstock showcases the very best music, food and entertainment from the Westcountry, have to offer.
Set in 70 acres of farmland near Chagford, Chagstock is...
The fourth annual Sidmouth Literary Festival kicks off on Friday and with a raft of exciting and bestselling authors. Friday opens with two sold out events: An Audience with Nicholas Parsons , and veteran broadcaster Kate Adie in conversation with Rene Wyndham.
Amongst Saturday’s highlights, Festival patron Judi Spiers talks to TP Fielden aka Christopher Wilson. As a journalist, Christopher wrote the William Hickey column in the Mail for a number of years as well as biographies of Prince Charles and Camilla. Now under the pseudonym TP Fielden he has created a new chapter as a crime...
Celebrate Dartmoor's wonderful wildlife at the Spring Woodland Festival, located in the beautiful East Dartmoor National Nature Reserve. Come and meet the people and organisations who care for wildlife on and around the moor.
There will be plenty of fun things to do for the budding young naturalist; including wildlife crafts, pond dipping, and storytelling. Throughout the day there will be guided walks led by wildlife experts, whilst for those wishing to relax and enjoy the woodland surroundings, there will be music and a barbeque.
Party in the ancient Devon wildflower meadows at Goren Festival,
Goren Festival, the most family-friendly festival imaginable, is set in 70 acres of picturesque pastureland at Stockland, near Honiton, Devon.
Featuring live music from talented musicians as well as many crafts and activities for children, all with a nature-based theme, the Goren Festival is specifically aimed at families with younger children and promotes wildlife and sustainability in a safe, natural environment.
Free-range families can relax and enjoy the delicious food on offer including organic,...
