Events and Workshops Diary - 05/2025

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Monday 12th May
2:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Drama

Home Ed Drama

and for those flexi-schooling, or otherwise not in school

6:45pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Wellbeing

Please note booking information

Moon Circle

A monthly space to connect, reflect and empower your true self at ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing.

A women's circle offers us a place to step out of the pressures of daily life and into a place of connection, reflection and wisdom in the tradition of our ancient ancestors, enabling us to reconnect with the power of the wild feminine...
7:30pm - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop

Ploughcappella with Rosa Rebecka

Find your voice with North Devon's thriving Community Choir under the skilled leadership of Rosa Rebecka.

10 sessions per term. No session 5 May (Bank Holiday) 26 May (Half Term)

Come and join North Devon’s warm hearted community choir.

£80 Full Price / £70 Supporters per...
Tuesday 13th May
10:30am - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Drama

Prism Drama - Workshop

An exciting weekly drama and performance workshop for adults with additional and supportive needs. Limited numbers.

For further information call 07527544694 / email katherine@theploughartscentre.org.uk
11:30am - The Plough Arts Centre
Theatre

Prism Drama presents: Mary Poppins

Our Prism group of adults with additional needs bring their take on Mary Poppins to our stage. It’s going to be supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
1:15pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Dance

Motion Dance - Workshop

An enjoyable weekly dance and movement workshop for adults with additional and supportive needs. Limited numbers.

1.15pm-2.15pm

For further information call 07715605506 / email katherine@theploughartscentre.org.uk
Wednesday 14th May
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
11:00am - Dance Studio at The Plough Arts Centre
Other

Come along and meet Charles Hanson

Antiques Valuation Day with Charles Hanson

Bring along your Jewellery, Silver, Gold, Fine China & Toys! All types of antiques and collectables can be entered into auction. Just turn up!

For more information please visit Hansons Auctioneers
6:30pm - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop

Life Drawing Gym

Summer Term 2025

A regular Life Drawing session that runs on alternate Wednesdays, 6.30 - 8.30pm in The Gallery.

Run by artists, for artists! 

Come and flex your drawing skills at our welcoming and friendly Life Drawing session in the company of other local artists.

All

...
7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Theatre

Kook Ensemble presents a poignant exploration of love, loss, and memory

SAND

+ post-performance Q&A with Kook Ensemble

Dylan is living with dementia. Heather must watch the love of her life drift away and battle with the erosion of his memories…but Heather is not going to let Dylan go easily! Instead, they fight to remember their past together, the laughter, the battles, and to rediscover a joy that keeps...
Thursday 15th May
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
5:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Writing for Performance (8-18 years)

This exciting new term of creative writing workshops will be will give young people tools and skill development across a variety of creative and performative writing, such as poetry, songwriting, writing for film, developing narrative, writing comedy, improvisation to script, writing

...
7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Bygone Brothel Tour

Age advisory 16+

Nearly full

A walking tour with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon', sharing true stories of Barnstaple's bygone Brothels in all their grubby and gritty glory.

Please be aware the detail, in places, is not spared!

Tours starts at ThePlough@StAnne's, Paternoster Row,...
7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Bygone Brothel Tour

Age advisory 16+

Nearly full

A walking tour with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon', sharing true stories of Barnstaple's bygone Brothels in all their grubby and gritty glory.

Please be aware the detail, in places, is not spared!

Tours starts at ThePlough@StAnne's, Paternoster Row,...
Friday 16th May
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
2:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
12A
Film

The Penguin Lessons

Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom (Steve Coogan) discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is...
7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
12A
Film

The Penguin Lessons

Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom (Steve Coogan) discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is...
Saturday 17th May
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Visual Arts

Drawing and Painting Boats in Watercolour

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

Tutor:  John Piper

This workshop will guide you through the drawing and painting of boats concentrating on perspective and introducing you to techniques to help with achieving those difficult curves and shapes associated with the hull of a boat.

The workshop will concentrate on...
10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Seniors (14-18 years)

A new term, new time and new teacher! We are excited to be revamping our Senior Youth Theatre company this year, led by experienced actor and director, Sara Pruce. We welcome new participants, regardless of experience! 

Young people join our Senior Youth Theatre company

...
11:00am - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Middlies (11-14 years)

This popular group is excited for its second year of contemporary drama and theatre for young people aged 11-14 ish years! Places go quickly, booking is essential! 

FREE Taster session available to new students.

  • 11-14 years
  • 24 April - 19 July (No session on 31
    • ...
12:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Infants (5-7 years)

Fun and friendly weekly workshops and exciting performance opportunities - Plough Youth Theatre is the place to be! Learn new skills, make friends and take to the stage!

FREE Taster session available to new students.

  • Young performers 5 - 7 years
  • 26
...
1:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Juniors (8-11 years)

Fun and friendly weekly workshops and exciting performance opportunities - Plough Youth Theatre is the place to be!
Develop your performance skills, make friends, be part of a vibrant community of young people and take to the stage!

These sessions are with

...
3:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Creative Dance (8-16 years)

These popular classes give young people the opportunity to express themselves, tell stories and learn performance skills through a variety of dance styles and genres. Relaxed and fun, with exciting performance opportunities.

The participants will also be able to choreograph and devise...
7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Film

Macbeth

All hail Macbeth! Don't miss David Tennant & Cush Jumbo in ‘Max Webster’s ground-breaking production’ of Macbeth. Now closed in the West End, the only way to see this enthralling production is on the big screen. 
7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Music

The Kahunas

Doors open at 7pm.

Underground, indie, urban folk duo, The Kahunas bring hypnotic Waa Waa driven violin riffs on top of a Four to the Floor driving dance beat. 

Melodic harmonies and vocals, original lyrical content and tribal Didgeridoo loops.

The pair have been writing, recording and performing...
Monday 19th May
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Visual Arts

Seascape in Acrylics Workshop

Cancelled

Tutor:  John Piper

Join North Devon artist John Piper for a days workshop painting a dramatic seascape in Acrylics. Starting with a blank canvas John will guide you step by step on your way to creating a seascape scene with crashing waves and rocks.

Everything provided

...
2:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Drama

Home Ed Drama

and for those flexi-schooling, or otherwise not in school

6:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Wellbeing

Crystal Sound Bath Meditation

Please note booking information

This wonderful Crystal Sound Bath Meditation combines the soothing energy of Crystals with the healing tones of a Sound Bath to provide the perfect opportunity for you to relax and recharge.

We ask that you arrive at 6:20pm so you are settled for a 6:30pm start, the session ends at 7:...
7:30pm - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop

Ploughcappella with Rosa Rebecka

Find your voice with North Devon's thriving Community Choir under the skilled leadership of Rosa Rebecka.

10 sessions per term. No session 5 May (Bank Holiday) 26 May (Half Term)

Come and join North Devon’s warm hearted community choir.

£80 Full Price / £70 Supporters per...
Tuesday 20th May
10:30am - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Drama

Prism Drama - Workshop

An exciting weekly drama and performance workshop for adults with additional and supportive needs. Limited numbers.

For further information call 07527544694 / email katherine@theploughartscentre.org.uk
1:15pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Dance

Motion Dance - Workshop

An enjoyable weekly dance and movement workshop for adults with additional and supportive needs. Limited numbers.

1.15pm-2.15pm

For further information call 07715605506 / email katherine@theploughartscentre.org.uk
Wednesday 21st May
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Gentle breath & yoga

During this Yoga Class the focus will be on centering back into ourselves and being supported by conscious breathing and gentle movement.

Life challenges us on many levels and so we will use this class to relax and calm the mind. To feel nourished and supported by becoming aware

...
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
Thursday 22nd May
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
5:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Writing for Performance (8-18 years)

This exciting new term of creative writing workshops will be will give young people tools and skill development across a variety of creative and performative writing, such as poetry, songwriting, writing for film, developing narrative, writing comedy, improvisation to script, writing

...
7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Town Centre: Northgate End Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

An enlightening tour sharing tales of the rogues, ghostly goings on, murder, death customs, strange events and more.

This tour is comprised of the High Street, Mermaid Walk and Boutport Street.

Tours starts at ThePlough@StAnne's, Paternoster Row, Barnstaple.

Tour...
7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Music - Folk

Seth Lakeman

Westcountry singer-songwriter Seth was catapulted into the music mainstream when he was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize for his album 'Kitty Jay'. 2024 marked the 20th anniversary of the album’s release – the start of an incredible solo journey which has included record deals, 11 album...
Friday 23rd May
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
2:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
U
Film

Six The Musical

The original Queens are back and hitting the big screen. See SIX The Musical Live! exclusively in UK and Ireland cinemas from Sunday 6th April 2025.

Winner of over 35 awards, experience the best of British Musical HER-story in a live capture of the must-see musical sensation, SIX

...
7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Film

One to One: John & Yoko

From Academy Award-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald, ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO is a revelatory inside-look at John Lennon & Yoko Ono’s life in Greenwich Village in the early 1970s, featuring music from John & Yoko's only full-length concerts, newly remixed and produced by Sean Ono...
Saturday 24th May
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Visual Arts

Gluggle Jug Pottery Workshop

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

Tutor:  Helen McCormick

Come and join Helen for a fun day learning how to make your own beautiful Gluggle Jug using hand-building techniques… As seen on The Great Pottery Throw Down.

This workshop is designed for those who have some basic knowledge/experience of using clay.  If...
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Visual Arts

Butterfly Mosaic Workshop

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

Tutor: Juliette Hayward

Come along and enjoy a morning of mosaic.

Make a beautiful butterfly from upcycled, broken crockery. (If you've just broken your favourite plate, bring it along with you!). 

No previous experience required. 

All materials and tools provided...
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Seniors (14-18 years)

A new term, new time and new teacher! We are excited to be revamping our Senior Youth Theatre company this year, led by experienced actor and director, Sara Pruce. We welcome new participants, regardless of experience! 

Young people join our Senior Youth Theatre company

...
11:00am - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Middlies (11-14 years)

This popular group is excited for its second year of contemporary drama and theatre for young people aged 11-14 ish years! Places go quickly, booking is essential! 

FREE Taster session available to new students.

  • 11-14 years
  • 24 April - 19 July (No session on 31
    • ...
12:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Infants (5-7 years)

Fun and friendly weekly workshops and exciting performance opportunities - Plough Youth Theatre is the place to be! Learn new skills, make friends and take to the stage!

FREE Taster session available to new students.

  • Young performers 5 - 7 years
  • 26
...
1:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Juniors (8-11 years)

Fun and friendly weekly workshops and exciting performance opportunities - Plough Youth Theatre is the place to be!
Develop your performance skills, make friends, be part of a vibrant community of young people and take to the stage!

These sessions are with

...
3:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Summer Term 2025

Creative Dance (8-16 years)

These popular classes give young people the opportunity to express themselves, tell stories and learn performance skills through a variety of dance styles and genres. Relaxed and fun, with exciting performance opportunities.

The participants will also be able to choreograph and devise...
7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
PG
Film

A Minecraft Movie

A group of misfits are pulled through a portal to a mysterious world and embark on a magical quest to help save the land from the grips of an evil ruler and her army in this animated adventure, based on the Minecraft video game.
 
Welcome to the world of Minecraft,...
Sunday 25th May
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Visual Arts

Bird House Pottery Workshop

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

Tutor:  Helen McCormick

This workshop is designed to be a relaxed, friendly space where you can meet new people and have the opportunity to create, learn and have fun.

In the morning, you will learn how to design and make your own bird house using traditional slab

...
Monday 26th May
2:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop - Drama

Home Ed Drama

and for those flexi-schooling, or otherwise not in school

Wednesday 28th May
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Cake & Craft - Botanical Bath Salts

With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing.

Create a jar of scented bath salts or foot soak with the added benefits of herbs and botanicals. Choose from a range of essential oils and dried botanicals to create your personalised blend to help relax, restore or invigorate you as...
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
6:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Theatre

A Lichfield Garrick production

Michael Morpurgo's Farm Boy

ALL ticket buyers will be sent a video link to watch a recording of the Q&A session with Michael Morpurgo, taking place on 29 May.

Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.

It sometimes felt as though time had stood still down on the farm - the old Fordson tractor quietly rusting away at the back of the barn, Grandpa tending his chickens - that is, until the summer his grandson came to stay, and the old man started...
6:30pm - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Workshop

Life Drawing Gym

Summer Term 2025

A regular Life Drawing session that runs on alternate Wednesdays, 6.30 - 8.30pm in The Gallery.

Run by artists, for artists! 

Come and flex your drawing skills at our welcoming and friendly Life Drawing session in the company of other local artists.

All

...
Thursday 29th May
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
11:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Youth Theatre

Play in a Day: Wizard of Oz (8-16 Yr Olds)

Keeping with this year's Plough Youth Theatre theme, "Enchanted Lands", we are off to see the wizard, as we delve into the well-known tales of OZ in this magical play in a day!

We'll explore the delightful characters of Dorothy and her friends, and of course the beloved Glinda

...
3:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Theatre

A Lichfield Garrick production

Michael Morpurgo's Farm Boy

ALL ticket buyers will be sent a video link to watch a recording of the Q&A session with Michael Morpurgo, taking place on 29 May.

Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.

It sometimes felt as though time had stood still down on the farm - the old Fordson tractor quietly rusting away at the back of the barn, Grandpa tending his chickens - that is, until the summer his grandson came to stay, and the old man started...
6:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Theatre

A Lichfield Garrick production

Michael Morpurgo's Farm Boy

ALL ticket buyers will be sent a video link to watch a recording of the Q&A session with Michael Morpurgo, taking place on 29 May.

Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.

It sometimes felt as though time had stood still down on the farm - the old Fordson tractor quietly rusting away at the back of the barn, Grandpa tending his chickens - that is, until the summer his grandson came to stay, and the old man started...
Friday 30th May
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
2:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
PG
Film

Twiggy

An intimate, star-studded dive into the birth of an icon, and everything that followed. A look into the life of the greatest it-girl of all time.

Featuring contributions from Dustin Hoffman, Paul McCartney, Charlotte Tilbury, Joanna Lumley and many more, TWIGGY is an exploration...
7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre
U
Film

Six The Musical

The original Queens are back and hitting the big screen. See SIX The Musical Live! exclusively in UK and Ireland cinemas from Sunday 6th April 2025.

Winner of over 35 awards, experience the best of British Musical HER-story in a live capture of the must-see musical sensation, SIX

...
8:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Poetry/Spoken Word

The Plough Poetry Prize - Award & Readings

We celebrate the winners’ poems then Pascale Petit will read from her collection of new poems, Beast, with a short interval in the middle. 

‘A kaleidoscopic menagerie of creatures, both heavenly and demonic, await the reader in Pascale Petit’s astonishing collection

...
Saturday 31st May
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Visual Arts

Fruit Basket Willow Weaving Workshop

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

Tutor:  Jane Welsh

On this workshop you will make a broad, shallow basket suitable for displaying fruit. The Basket will have a tradition Irish portcullis base, walled sides and a rod or plaited boarder

There will be a selection of natural willow colours to choose from to create...
10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Workshop - Visual Arts

Dragonflies and winged insects in watercolours

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

Tutor:  John Piper

Using a popular contemporary watercolour style North Devon Artist John Piper will take you through the steps to produce a loose and vibrant representation of these fascinating insects.

Suitable all levels. 

All equipment provided.

10am-4pm....
10:00am - The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
Exhibition

The Plough 50th Anniversary Exhibition: Magical Memories

Step into the past at The Plough’s Anniversary Exhibition

We invite you to explore The Plough’s 50-year history through a special anniversary exhibition in our gallery. Trace the evolution of our theatre, film screenings, exhibitions, and outreach programmes through a...
11:30am - The Plough Arts Centre
PG
Film

A Minecraft Movie

A group of misfits are pulled through a portal to a mysterious world and embark on a magical quest to help save the land from the grips of an evil ruler and her army in this animated adventure, based on the Minecraft video game.
 
Welcome to the world of Minecraft,...
8:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre
Music - Standing Gig

The Liquidators

An evening of the finest Ska and 2Tone

The Liquidators, a local band that shouldn’t need much introduction. Bringing a evening of the finest Ska and 2Tone to The Plough. Expect a high-octane live band experience that takes audiences dancing on an unforgettable ride through the ska sound that shaped generations.

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