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Toby’s Garden Festival: The First Carbon Neutral Garden Show In The World

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Tue, 04/02/2024 - 3:31pm

Hosted by BBC Two Gardeners' World presenter Toby Buckland, Toby’s Garden Festival (Friday 3rd - Saturday 4th May 2024) is proud to announce it has been awarded carbon neutral status. Set in the stunning grounds of Powderham Castle, near Exeter, it’s the first carbon neutral garden show in the world to achieve such accreditation, a huge achievement for the festival which also celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Two days of delight, celebration and inspiration for gardeners and lovers of the great outdoors, Toby and his dedicated team have worked hard to reduce the impact of the...

My Heart was a Tree: Join Michael Morpurgo and friends for an afternoon of poetry and classical music

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/05/2024 - 9:31pm

Join Michael Morpurgo and friends for an afternoon of poetry and classical music, celebrating our countryside.

My Heart was a Tree

Come and enjoy the poetry of Michael Morpurgo, Ted Hughes, Rudyard Kipling and Dylan Thomas at Powderham Castle.

In a programme of poetry and music inspired by our beautiful countryside, Michael Morpurgo, Clare Morpurgo and Carol Hughes will be sharing their favourite poems, alongside the Iddesleigh String Quartet performing music by Elgar, Haydn, Max Richter and Vaughan Williams.

All proceeds to go to Devon Gardens Trust...

My Heart was a Tree - a fund-raising concert

Event Date: 
05/02/2024 - 9:30pm
Venue: 
Powderham Castle

Join Michael Morpurgo and friends for an afternoon of poetry and classical music, celebrating our countryside.

My Heart was a Tree

Come and enjoy the poetry of Michael Morpurgo, Ted Hughes, Rudyard Kipling and Dylan Thomas at Powderham Castle.

In a programme of poetry and music inspired by our beautiful countryside, Michael Morpurgo, Clare Morpurgo and Carol Hughes will be sharing their favourite poems, alongside the Iddesleigh String Quartet performing music by Elgar, Haydn, Max Richter and Vaughan Williams.

All proceeds to go to Devon Gardens Trust...

Toby’s Garden Festival’s 10th Anniversary: A Two Day Gardening Extravaganza

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Toby’s Garden Festival yet again promises two days of delight, celebration and inspiration for gardeners and lovers of the great outdoors, on the stunning grounds of Powderham Castle, near Exeter. Hosted by BBC Two Gardeners' World presenter Toby Buckland, on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th May, the family friendly two day extravaganza boasts an impressive programme full of free gardening and food and drink talks, demonstrations, tastings and workshops plus live music.

Headlining Toby’s Garden Festival this year alongside Toby, are fellow BBC Two...

Christmas at the Castle is BACK, with the special gift of a sign-language grotto

Powderham Castle, a historic gem nestled in the heart of South Devon, is set to transport visitors to a winter wonderland with the return of its highly-anticipated Christmas at the Castle event, which this year sees the introduction of a BSL Christmas grotto.

As part of this magical celebration, Powderham Castle invites visitors to experience the historic grounds in a whole new light.

Starting from December 1st until December 31st, visitors can purchase tickets for both the castle and grounds. Tickets are priced at £14.95 per adult and £6.95 per child.

This...

Let's Rock organisers confirm Exeter return next year

The UK’s most iconic retro festival series Let’s Rock have announced the dates of four of their festivals for 2024.

A celebration of all things pop and ‘80s, Let’s Rock will be returning to Exeter on 29th June.

The most well-known and best-loved British retro festival, Let’s Rock offers glorious non-stop nostalgic fun, with legendary musicians performing hit after hit to a family crowd of all ages (many of whom come dressed in their finest ‘80s fashion).

The festival features two headline acts plus a host of stars from the era when pop ruled the world. 2023...

Powderham Food Festival returns

Mark your calendars for a delectable weekend of culinary delights as the eagerly anticipated Powderham Food Festival makes its return on 7th and 8th October 2023 at the iconic Powderham Castle. This year's festival is bigger and better than ever, with a special treat for all attendees - FREE admission! The Powderham Food Festival promises an unforgettable experience, bringing together over 100 exhibitors showcasing the finest food and drink makers in the region. From familiar favourites to exciting new faces, visitors can discover a wide array of gourmet treats that will tantalise their...

Bastille’s Woody Can’t Wait to Bring Anniversary Tour Home to the South West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/12/2023 - 11:04pm

… Because home-turf means mum and dad will be there

As British rock/pop icons, Bastille, prepare to bring the 10th Anniversary tour of their No1 album ‘Bad Blood’ Tour to Exeter in July, drummer, Woody, speaks out about his excitement on coming back to his home turf in the South West England. The very special one-off show at Powderham Castle, Exeter, on 2 July, will give fans in the South West the opportunity to hear the album played live in its entirety, alongside other fan favourite tracks; and for Devon born Woody, this is the tour date he’s most looking forward to – because...

Pete Tong Brings a Slice of the Coronation to Powerdham Castle

Pioneering DJ & Presenter, Pete Tong, promises to recreate a slice of the King's Coronation when he comes to Exeter this Summer.

As Brit DJ, presenter and broadcaster, Pete Tong MBE, prepares to play for King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Coronation Celebration Concert, he promises to recreate a slice of that coronation moment when he brings Ibiza Classics to Powerham Castle on 28 August. Handpicking ‘Feel The Love' for the coronation concert, Pete Tong will perform that same song to Exeter crowds this summer, as a tip of the hat to this very special coronation year…a special...

Powderham Castle to celebrate Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III in aid of British Red Cross

Authored by JJ Donoghue
Posted: Thu, 04/27/2023 - 12:03pm

Powderham Castle will celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III with a special weekend of events in aid of the British Red Cross.

A live screening of the Coronation will take place on the castle grounds on Saturday, May 6th, followed by a screening of the Coronation Concert and a community party on Sunday, May 7th.

There will also be local food, Pimms and cream teas, royal activities and entrance to Powderham Castle.

The Dowager Countess of Devon said: "I am so excited and delighted to know that we are going to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles...

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