What's On | The Plough Arts Centre

Jump to navigation

Home
Box Office  01805 624624

You are here

  1. Home

What's On

  • What's On
  • Live events
  • Film
  • Workshops
  • Community Courses & PYT
  • Haunted History Tours
  • Exhibitions
  • Diary
  • Venues
  • Creative Outreach
  • The Plough Youth Theatre
  • Plough The Future!
  • View or download the Printed Programme
Workshop
Today!

Christmas Wreath Pottery Workshop

Please note: The event will take place at Bridge Hall, Barnstaple, EX31 1EU, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, Bridge Hall is wheelchair accessible with level access.

Sun 01 Nov, 10:00am
Barnstaple Guildhall
Sold out
Tutor: Helen McCormick Embrace the magic of the season and join local artist Helen McCormick for a festive, creative day. Hand-build a...
read more
Workshop
Today!

Tumbled Tile and Clay Pendant Workshop

Please note: the workshop on November 1st 2026 will take place at Bridge Hall, Barnstaple, EX31 1EU, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, Bridge Hall is wheelchair accessible with level access.

Sun 01 Nov to Sat 06 Feb
 (2 sessions)
Barnstaple Guildhall
Tutor: Susy Dixon Why not spend a relaxing afternoon making a tumbled tile and clay pendant from scratch with no experience needed and you...
read more
book online
Workshop

Ploughcappella with Rosa Rebecka

Mon 19 Oct to Mon 30 Nov
 (6 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
Whether you're an experienced singer or you're just finding your voice, all are welcome with North Devon’s thriving Community Choir! No...
read more
book online
Workshop

Prism and Motion

Tue 20 Oct to Tue 08 Dec
 (7 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
read more
book online
Other

The Globe Hotel AGM

Tue 03 Nov, 6:15pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Please use the link below to book your seat via the Globe booking system or visit their website www.theglobetorrington.co.uk Any issues...
read more
Exhibition

On the Artists' Wall

Ceramics by Eilean Eland / Paintings by Sarah Lockett

Wed 21 Oct to Sat 21 Nov
 (20 dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
Ceramics by Eilean Eland Eilean Hooper-Greenhill Eland is a ceramic sculptor. She studied sculpture initially at Reading University and...
read more
Exhibition

Signposts & Departures by Pete Newell

Wed 21 Oct to Sat 14 Nov
 (17 dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
This exhibition offers Pete a chance to revisit past works, refine his drawing skills, and create new pieces exploring fresh artistic...
read more
Workshop

PYT Creative Writing & Theatre Making

Wed 21 Oct to Wed 23 Dec
 (9 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
Have you got or are you a budding writer, director, costume designer, make up artist, theatre technician, set designer, or producer? Then...
read more
book onlineRegistration Form
Workshop

Plough Storytelling Circle

First Thursday of every month at ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Thu 05 Nov to Thu 04 Mar
 (5 sessions)
Barnstaple Guildhall
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Since people began to talk they have gathered around fires and listened to stories, and although we cannot provide the fire, we can give...
trailer
read more
book online
Workshop

Hand Sewing Workshop

Mixed Media Textiles & Embroidery - Landscapes workshop

Please note a £10 materials cost is payable to the tutor on the day

Fri 06 Nov, 10:00am
The Plough Arts Centre
Draw inspiration from North Devon's coastline and countryside and learn how to combine a mixture of textile techniques. We will use...
read more
book online
Film

Pressure

Fri 06 Nov, 1:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, and with the fate of the free world hanging in the balance, PRESSURE follows General Dwight D...
trailer
read more
book online
Workshop

No Sew Christmas Decorations

Fabric Christmas Baubles workshop

Please note a £10 materials cost is payable to the tutor on the day

Fri 06 Nov, 1:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Make a beautiful fabric Christmas bauble using simple no-sew techniques. Suitable for all abilities, this relaxed and sociable workshop is...
read more
book online
Talk

John Puddy - History of SS Freshspring and Charity that saved her

In association with Signposts and Departures exhibition by Pete Newell in the gallery

Fri 06 Nov, 6:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Maritime history leading to the steam ship. SS Freshspring and the role of water carriers in world war two and the survival of the last of...
read more
Live Music

Steve Knightley & The Winter Yards Band

Fri 06 Nov, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
The Long Road Tour 2026 Following a hugely successful run of shows, Steve Knightley and the Winter Yards Band return in Autumn 2026. Best...
trailer
read more
book online
Workshop - Youth Theatre

10:00AM - 11:30AM

PYT Infant Play Explorers (3-7 years)

Autumn Term 2026

Sat 24 Oct to Sat 19 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
Fun and friendly weekly workshops and exciting performance opportunities for 3 - 7 year olds. During our Infant Play Explorers sessions,...
read more
book onlineRegistration Form
Workshop - Youth Theatre

10:00AM - 12:00PM

PYT Middlies (11 - 14 yrs)

Autumn Term 2026

Sat 24 Oct to Sat 19 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
This popular session for contemporary drama and theatre for young people aged 11-14 ish years is back this year! Places go quickly, booking...
read more
book onlineRegistration Form
Workshop

Plough Writers - Autumn 2026

Sat 07 Nov to Sun 06 Dec
 (2 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
read more
book online
Workshop

The Business of Art: Marketing

Sat 07 Nov, 10:30am
The Plough Arts Centre
Social Media advice to the role of networking is espoused as critical to an artist or makers success. However, what really works, and what...
read more
book online
Workshop

Winter Themed Pressed Flower Lanterns

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's.

Sat 07 Nov
 (2 sessions)
Barnstaple Guildhall
Sold out
With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing. Design and create a gorgeous, glowing lantern in your chosen size using pressed...
read more
Workshop - Youth Theatre

12:00PM - 2:00PM

PYT Next Stage (14 yrs +)

Autumn Term 2026

Sat 24 Oct to Sat 19 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
Our Next Stage theatre company is back this September, producing a Pantomime ready for Christmas. Very limited spaces available! 19...
read more
book onlineRegistration Form
Workshop - Youth Theatre

2:00PM - 4:00PM

PYT Juniors (8 - 11 yrs)

Autumn Term 2026

Sat 24 Oct to Sat 19 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
Fun and friendly weekly workshops and exciting performance opportunities to develop confidence, make connections and nurture creativity!...
read more
book onlineRegistration Form
Workshop - Youth Theatre

4:00PM - 6:00PM

PYT Creative Dance (8 - 18 yrs)

Autumn Term 2026

Sat 24 Oct to Sat 19 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
These popular classes give young people the opportunity to express themselves, tell stories through dance, and learn choreographic and...
read more
book onlineRegistration Form
Live Music

An evening of immersive sound and experimental performance.

Pattern Recognition Presents: Colossloth, Satori & A Waste of Damnation

No Bar. Bring your own!

Sat 07 Nov, 7:00pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
Pattern Recognition are delighted to welcome two stalwarts of the Dark Ambient Power Electronics scene Colossloth & Satori on a double...
read more
book online
Talk

Go West - We Close Our Eyes, And Other Stories An Intimate Evening With Singer Peter Cox

Sat 07 Nov, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Go West arrived on the charts like a comet. With classic hits like We Close Our Eyes, Call Me, Faithful, and King of Wishful Thinking,...
read more
book online
Film

FREE tickets (please book early to avoid disappointment!)

Fighting the Monster

+ Q&A with the director

Mon 09 Nov, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
FIGHTING THE MONSTER (21 mins, September 2026) FIGHTING THE MONSTER is a snapshot of the Torrington community's shock at plans to build a...
read more
book online
Other

National Women’s Register

NWR (National Women’s Register) is a registered charity operating throughout Great Britain connecting women through discussions and activities.

Thu 12 Nov to Thu 09 Dec
 (14 sessions)
Barnstaple Guildhall
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
National Women’s Register is an organisation for all women. NWR is a social organisation and our style is informal and relaxed. Local group...
read more
Workshop

Suitable for adults and older children 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Wet-felting Introductory workshop

Thu 12 Nov, 6:00pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
Tutor: Penny Rowland Hill of Penygwyn Designs Come and create your very own piece of fabric, using an assortment of brightly coloured wool...
read more
book online
Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Murder & Macabre Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Thu 12 Nov, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Nearly full
Walking Haunted History Tour of old Barnstaple with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon', sharing fascinating, moving and...
read more
book online
Workshop

Hand Sewing Workshop

Gold and Bead work Embroidery workshop

Please note a £10 materials cost is payable to the tutor on the day

Fri 13 Nov, 10:00am
The Plough Arts Centre
Learn how to create richly embellished embroidery using beads, metallic threads and introductory bead and goldwork techniques, including...
read more
book online
Workshop

No Sew Christmas Decorations

Fabric Christmas Wreaths workshop

Please note a £15 materials cost is payable to the tutor on the day

Fri 13 Nov, 1:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Create a colourful no-sew Christmas wreath inspired by traditional rag rugging. Showing you how to reuse recycled fabrics and festive...
read more
book online
Film

National Theatre Live: Golden Boy

Fri 13 Nov, 2:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Josh O’Connor ( The Crown ; Challengers ) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets’ knockout American classic. 1930s New...
read more
book online
Talk

Pete Newell - Artist

Part of Signposts and Departures exhibition by Pete Newell in the gallery

Fri 13 Nov, 6:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Pete’s talk will explore the themes and ideas behind the work exhibited. There will be particular emphasis on the role direct drawing has...
read more
Live Comedy

Michael Spicer - Hope All's Well

Fri 13 Nov, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Michael Spicer, the online sensation who brought you the award-winning viral hit The Room Next Door, brings another hilarious and...
read more
book online
Live Music

Emily Slade

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sat 14 Nov, 7:30pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
Emily Slade is one of Britain's foremost fingerstyle guitarists. Emily took up the acoustic guitar at the age of nine, making her stage...
read more
book online
Live Comedy

Dom Joly - Trigger Happy TV, the 25th Anniversary Tour

Tickets on sale from Fri 30 Jan, 10am!

Sat 14 Nov, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
It’s been twenty-five years since Trigger Happy TV burst onto our screens, transforming the hidden camera format with its surreal universe...
read more
book online
Workshop

Christmas Rag Wreath Workshop

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sun 15 Nov, 12:00pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
Tutor: Caron Hone Come along and make a beautiful " Rag Wreath for life". Made using, recycled materials, and incorporated onto a metal...
read more
book online
Live Music

Amanita Grove Collective - Sounds of Peace and Joy

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sun 15 Nov, 6:00pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
In these challenging times when much of the world is in flux with uncertainty and significant shifts, music can be a unifying and positive...
read more
book online
Workshop

Crystal Sound Bath Meditation

Please note booking information

Tue 27 Oct to Wed 15 Dec
 (15 sessions)
Castle Centre, Barnstaple
Barnstaple Guildhall
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
This wonderful Crystal Sound Bath Meditation combines the soothing energy of Crystals with the healing tones of a Sound Bath to provide the...
read more
Exhibition

In the gallery

Colin Porter

Wed 18 Nov to Tue 24 Nov
 (6 dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
Colin’s art practice explores in a broader, eclectic way our connections with nature. Performance, word, music are all part of the...
read more
Other

Charles Hanson Valuations

Wed 18 Nov, 11:00am
The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Bring along your Jewellery, Silver, Gold, Fine China & Toys! All types of antiques and collectables can be entered into auction. Just...
read more
Talk

'Notorious' Book Launch/Talk/Q&A with Sue Pengelly

Signed copies available to purchase. Cash Only

Wed 18 Nov, 7:30pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
Hear the true stories of the feisty and ingenious local prostitues. Warrior women who defied the societal norms, told in the court where...
read more
book online
Live Music

Blazin Fiddles

Wed 18 Nov, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Take three of the Highlands and Islands' finest fiddle players, add outstanding piano and guitar accompaniment, and stir in more than 25...
trailer
read more
book online
Workshop

Hand Sewing Workshop

Working with Wool Felt workshop

Please note a £10 materials cost is payable to the tutor on the day

Fri 20 Nov, 10:00am
The Plough Arts Centre
Discover the versatility of wool felt through appliqué, layering and decorative stitching. Learn techniques for creating crisp shapes,...
read more
book online
Workshop

No Sew Christmas Decorations

Fabric Christmas Trees workshop

Please note a £6 materials cost is payable to the tutor on the day

Fri 20 Nov, 1:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Spend a festive afternoon creating a charming fabric Christmas tree using a selection of seasonal fabrics and decorative embellishments...
read more
book online
15
Film

Digger

Fri 20 Nov
 (2 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu returns with his original film DIGGER, starring Tom Cruise in the title role. The...
read more
book online
Live Theatre

Theatre Workhouse Scratch Nights

Fri 20 Nov to Thu 18 Feb
 (4 performances)
Barnstaple Guildhall
Come and see new theatre as it develops. A range of local companies, sharing works in progress. If you are interested in sharing work at...
read more
Workshop

Christmas Tree and Angel Mosaic Workshop

Suitable for adults and older children 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Sat 21 Nov, 1:00pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
Sold out
Tutor: Juliette Hayward Come along and enjoy an afternoon of mosaic. Make your very own Christmas Tree & Angel from upcycled, broken...
read more
Live Music

An evening of immersive sound and experimental performance.

Pattern Recognition Presents: Chimehours & Lichon

No Bar. Bring your own!

Sat 21 Nov, 7:00pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
Pattern Recognition is giddy with excitement to welcome Chimehours to Barnstaple Guildhall. For this exciting evening of Dark Folk/...
read more
book online
Live Dance

Inspire Dance Festival

Sat 21 Nov, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Dance companies, schools, organisations, and individuals of all ages and abilities share their passion for dance in a jam packed evening of...
read more
book online
Workshop

Autumn in Watercolours Workshop (rescheduled from the 14th November).

Suitable for adults and older children 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Sun 22 Nov, 10:00am
Barnstaple Guildhall
Tutor: John Piper This watercolour workshop with artist John Piper will give you a chance to express your creativity with a loose and...
read more
book online
  •  
  • 1 of 3
  • later

Main Menu

  • St Anne's
    • All about St Anne's
    • What's On at The Plough@StAnne's
    • Weddings and Civil Ceremonies
    • Haunted History Tours
    • Hire The Plough@StAnne's
  • What's On
    • What's On
    • Live events
      • Music
      • Comedy
      • Theatre
      • Open Air
    • Film
    • Workshops
    • Community Courses & PYT
    • Haunted History Tours
    • Exhibitions
    • Diary
    • Venues
    • Creative Outreach
    • The Plough Youth Theatre
    • Plough The Future!
    • View or download the Printed Programme
  • About Us
    • About The Plough Arts Centre
    • What we do
    • Opening times
    • Accessibility
    • Cafe | Bar | Bistro
    • Hire a venue at The Plough
    • Technical Info
  • Support Us
    • Support The Plough Arts Centre
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Supporters' Club
    • Business Supporters
    • Donations & Legacies
      • Grant Funders
      • Power the Plough Roll of Honour
      • Buy a Brick - Build Our Future!
      • 10 for 10 Fundraiser
  • Contact
    • How to contact The Plough Arts Centre
    • Apply for an Exhibition
    • Board of Trustees
    • Volunteer
    • Join our mailing list
  • News & Press
    • News
    • Press releases
    • Jobs
      • Vacancy: Temporary Assistant, Barnstaple, (60 Hours per Month)
    • Competitions
  • What's On
  • Live events
  • Film
  • Workshops
  • Community Courses & PYT
  • Haunted History Tours
  • Exhibitions
  • Diary
  • Venues
  • Creative Outreach
  • The Plough Youth Theatre
  • Plough The Future!
  • View or download the Printed Programme
  • Contact Us
  • Join our Mailing List
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Site Map
  • Staff Login

Patrons: Sir Michael Morpurgo O.B.E., Jenny Eclair, Sir Andrew Motion, Alistair McGowan, Show of Hands, Ian McMillan, Richard Digance, Tape Face, Dave Kelly

Company Number 4404875 Registered Charity Number 1093715 Copyright © 2010 - 2026

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

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 

Supported by Arts Council England (logo) and The National Lottery

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

Box Office 01805 624624