Your guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (16-18 June):
THEATRE
The Railway Children Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Northcott Theatre, Exeter E. Nesbit’s classic novel The Railway Children is brought thrillingly to life in a stunning new stage production. When their father mysteriously disappears with two strangers one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are turned upside down. Forced to leave the comforts of their privileged London life in exchange for a simple existence in the depths of the Yorkshire countryside, this fractured family soon...
It just couldn’t be more fabulous! It’s the show everyone talks about.
Hotter....cheekier....funnier than ever – the country’s number one touring cabaret show – The Lady Boys of Bangkok return to the UK with a lavish new production - WHO RUNS THE WORLD!
Elections and referendums may come and go, but in the stakes for the best party night out in town, there’s no doubt where the popular vote goes. WHO RUNS THE WORLD! is not a political question – it’s a positive celebration of the fair sex performed by 16 of Thailand’s most alluring and stunning Lady Boys. Escape the drab...
Gardeners at three National Trust properties in Devon are celebrating a total of seventeen prizes across multiple categories, after a sweep of awards were won for rhododendron, magnolias, camellias and floral arrangements at the recent RHS Rosemoor Garden Show. Garden teams at Castle Drogo, Killerton and Greenway were thrilled to receive awards for their hard work nurturing the colourful flora, which visitors in Devon will be able enjoy when visiting the properties this season. Successes included ten prizes for Killerton, near Exeter, with four first prizes, three second prizes, two third...
Local artisans and talented crafts people are coming together to exhibit at the Devon County Show on May 18, 19 and 20 held at Westpoint, Exeter.
A collection of soap makers, leather workers, jewellers, artists, candle makers and many others will be setting up shop in a canvas marquee which would easily cover a premier league football pitch.
The Crafts and Gardens feature is nearly 12,000 square metres and will highlight the popularity of hand-made items, often using centuries-old techniques.
Emma Rhodes of Emma’s Soaps from Strete in South Devon was inspired to...
Entertainment for this years show includes Paws for Thought Dog Display Team, Morris Dancing, Hound Display and Brass Band.
The Horse Show will begin at 9am with a variety of classes.
There will also be a Dog Show, terrier racing, a variety of stalls, bouncy castle, BBQ, beer tent, cream teas, local ice cream and Pimm's and strawberries, a fantastic prize draw and more!
Just before Steps Bridge on B3212 Exeter to Moretonhampstead Road, EX6 7EE
Your guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this bank holiday weekend (28 April – 1 May).
THEATRE
Richard Herring – The Best Friday, Exeter Northcott Theatre Richard Herring, King of the Edinburgh Fringe, Metro columnist and the UK’s Podfather (RHLSTP, AIOTM) picks his favourite routines from his 12 one-man shows and crams them into 90 minutes for your delectation. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk
The Castle Builder Friday & Saturday, Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter The Castle Builder is an emotional and hard rocking journey into the hearts and souls that exist on the...
HRH The Countess of Wessex will spend two days at the 122nd Devon County Show next month, it was announced yesterday (Thursday). The Countess is President of the Devon County Agricultural Association, which stages the Devon County Show. Show Secretary, Ollie Allen, speaking at the launch of the Show held at Southernhay House, Exeter, said Her Royal Highness was looking forward to being part of ‘this incredible celebration of what makes Devon such a wonderful place to live and work’. “I am sure Her Royal Highness will enjoy going around the showground and will appreciate the the wealth of...
The public is being given a rare behind-the-scenes look at summer policing in Devon and Cornwall thanks to a major new primetime TV series.
The work of the Force has been captured for a four-part documentary called ‘Devon and Cornwall Cops’ which started last night (Monday 10 April) on national ITV.
The series, narrated by Neil Morrissey, follows officers and staff as they work across the biggest geographical force area in England through the summer months of 2016.
From the Isles of Scilly to the crowds of Plymouth, the show gives the public an insight into how...
Huge wrestling supershow set to hit Barton Torquay at the Acorn Centre on Sunday 23rd April.
An Easter Holiday Afternoon show for the entire family.
Doors will open from 2:30pm and the show expected to kick off just after 3pm and finishing around 5pm.
Chance to meet the stars and have photos with them backstage!
You can purchase tickets online using our Skiddle website, more information on our own website listed below, check out our Facebook page under Torquay Wrestling, or contact us on 07445 698061.
After a record-breaking show last October, Bride: The Wedding Show is making a return to Exeter’s Westpoint Arena on March 25 and 26.
Visitors will experience three catwalk shows each day and receive hair and makeup advice from stylists to inspire their big day.
On the Saturday and the Sunday, the event will be giving the first hundred brides through the door a goodie bag full of treats as well as token samples and favours.
To celebrate Mother’s Day on March 26, the first hundred mothers of the bride or groom to arrive will be given a mini bottle of prosecco to...
