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Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Riverside Tales Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Thu 16 Oct, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Stories of intrigue, strange phenomena, rebels and rogues, ghostly experiences, smuggling and much more.

This tour is comprised...

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Theatre

YIPPEE KI YAY (the parody celebration of Die Hard)

Thu 16 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre

James Seabright presents

Yippee Ki Yay (the parody celebration of Die Hard)

Written and...

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PG
Film

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

Fri 17 Oct to Fri 14 Nov
The Plough Arts Centre
DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE, the cinematic return of the global phenomenon, follows the Crawley family and their staff as they enter...
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Music - Acoustic

Barney Kenny

Doors open at 7pm.

Fri 17 Oct, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Having supported the likes of Seth Lakeman, Baskery, Iona Lane, True Strays. Martin Carthy, Geoff Lakeman, Mishra, Mad Dog McRea, Wille...

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Music

Seriously Collins – A Tribute to Phil Collins & Genesis

Fri 17 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre

Experience the Magic of Phil Collins and Genesis!

...

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Music

An evening of immersive sound and experimental performance, where ritual, raw electronics, and nature-inspired improvisation converge.

Pattern Recognition presents: Lichon & She The Throne with Infected Senses

Doors open at 7pm.

Sat 18 Oct, 7:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

She The Throne are a ritual noise duo from Manchester. Their performances summon an ancient rhythmic union, merging performer, space,...

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Music

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman

Sat 18 Oct, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre

Duos come and duos go, and some nurture and fine tune their art and watch it grow into something totally original and captivating....

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Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Cake & Craft. Wrapping Paper

Wed 22 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing.

Use different printing methods to create sheets of personalised wrapping...

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Workshops

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Seaside town (Naive art) Watercolours

Suitable for all ages 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a...

Sat 18 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: John Piper Come along and paint your favourite seaside town in this popular “Naive art” genre. North Devon artist John Piper will...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Willow Bird Sculpture Workshop (Chicken/Duck/Pheasant/Heron)

Suitable for all ages 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a...

Sat 18 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Tutor: Lucy Turner

On this full day workshop, you will learn the basic techniques and skills to create a magnificent willow bird...

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Slow Stitching, abstract, Embroidery Hoop workshop

Suitable for adults and older children 14+. Under 16’s must be...

Wed 29 Oct to Wed 25 Feb
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Tutor: Caron Hone

Come along a create a beautiful Embroidery Hoop.

You don't need to know all the technical stitches, or...

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Workshop

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @ The Plough

Zarzo Basket Making!

Lead by experienced tutor Jane Welsh

Fri 31 Oct, 10:00am
The Plough Arts Centre
A Zarzo basket is a type of willow basket originating from Spain. It is known for its distinctive criss-cross weave and elegant shape,...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Terracotta Seated Dog Sculpture Workshop

All ages welcome (14 yrs & under must be accompanied by an adult).

Sat 01 Nov, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Nearly full

Tutor: Helen McCormick Celebrate your furry friend in clay at our pottery sculpture workshop, where you’ll create a terracotta sculpture of...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Winter Hare in Watercolours

Suitable for all ages 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a...

Sat 01 Nov, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: John Piper Join Artist John Piper for this day watercolour workshop painting a beautiful Winter hare resplendent in its white winter...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Beautiful Beads - Jewellery Workshop

Suitable for adults and older children (13yrs+) Under 16’s must be...

Sat 08 Nov
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Tutor: Lani Shepherd.

A half day workshop using gemstone, ceramic and glass beads to make colourful earrings, bracelets and...

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Workshop - Visual Arts

An Introduction to Art

Sat 08 Nov, 10:30am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Penny Rowland Hill

A fun session designed to help you enjoy art and the creative process.

This day will help you take...

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Monday: 7-9pm (during term time)
Friday - Saturday:  10am - 4pm
re-opening 6:30pm - close.

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News

EXHIBITION OPENING: DIALOGUES - Sculptural Works by members of CAMP
26/09/2025

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The Plough Arts Centre is delighted to acknowledge the financial support of: 
Great Torrington Town Council, Torrington Town and Lands Charities, Devon County Council, Torridge District Council, Arts Council England, The UK Culture Recovery Fund, The National Lottery Community Fund, Boshier Hinton, Barnstaple Town Council, Davie Barnstaple Trust, Garfield Weston 

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The Plough Arts Centre Limited,
9–11 Fore Street,
Great Torrington,
Devon, EX38 8HQ

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