Events and Workshops Diary - 10/2025

October 2025
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Wednesday 1st Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

The Plough welcomes 13 sculptors to the Gallery for an exhibiton dedicated to Sculpture! DIALOGUES features sculptural works by members of the Contemporary Art Membership Platform (CAMP), a member-lead network supported by Arts Council England for artists and creatives in

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

Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Autumn Cacao Circle

Discover the heart opening plant wisdom of Mama Cacao + our native Hawthorn tree, with Annabelle Jardine, a cacaoista + shamanic ceremonialist from North Cornwall.

In this evening circle we shall explore the seasonal wisdom of autumn by connecting with the spirit of the Hawthorn

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Thursday 2nd Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

5:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Writing for Performance (8-18 yrs)

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 characters...

7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Poetry/Spoken Word

Plough Storytelling Circle

First Thursday of every month at 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 you the opportunity to enjoy that very human experience.

The Plough Storytelling Circle is a lively, forum for listening to and telling stories. Folk...

7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Bygone Brothel Tour

Age advisory 16+

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 3rd Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Visual Arts

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @The Plough

Mindful Macrame & Contemporary Fibre Art Workshop

Lead by Contemporary Artist and Tutor Lorna Green

The Plough's Autumn creative workshop programme opens with an un missable session with contemporary artist and tutor Lorna Green of Maud and Green, on Friday 3rd Oct 10am - 12.30pm.

Artist and founder of Maud and Green, Lorna is a highly skilled artist and maker, with a great...

2:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

The Roses

Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy (Olivia Colman) and Theo (Benedict Cumberbatch): successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing – as Theo’s career nosedives...

6:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

The Plough welcomes BIG PLANET, LITTLE PLANET for another night of community and conversation!

Big Planet, Little Planet - Ecological Film Festival

Connect with a community interested in exploring imaginative ways to build resilience and hope in a changing world, through creativity and film-based storytelling. Explore campaign stalls and see Award-winning films created by Devon-based film producers!

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7:00pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Wellbeing

Gong Bath Meditation

Please note booking information

Please contact Karen to book your space at this event as spaces are limited.

Karen would like to invite you to a Gong Bath Meditation at ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple, a beautiful building dating back to the early 14th century with amazing acoustics, perfect for a gong bath...

Saturday 4th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Seniors (14-18 years)

START TIME 10am

A new term, new time and new teacher! We welcome new participants, regardless of experience!

Young people join our Senior Youth Theatre company at around 14 years old, where they will explore experimental theatre, comedic acting, pantomime, new writing, classic theatre, community...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Visual Arts

Tataki zome printed neck scarf/fabric gift wrap

Tutor: Annabel Hill of Appledore Print Studio.

Come and get messy printing your own scarf from pounding actual leaves and flowers!

Add some inked-up ferns and fronds with some stamped blocks too to create lovely borders!

The scarf can also be utilised as a reusable...

11:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Middlies (11-14 yrs)

START TIME 11am

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
13 Sep - 13 Dec (No session on 26 Oct

12:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Infants (5-7 years)

START TIME 12:30pm

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
13 Sep - 13 Dec (

1:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Juniors (8-11 years)

START TIME 1pm

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 aim to be inclusive,...

3:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Creative Dance (8-16 yrs)

START TIME 3pm

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...

4:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop

Find Your Voice Singing Workshop with Rosa Rebecka

Find Your Voice Singing Workshop with Rosa Rebecka (with a chance to perform later as part of Rebecka’s gig at 7.30pm).

Release your musicality
Develop your sound
Sing glorious harmonies
Open and friendly workshop for all levels

...

7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Music

Rosa Rebecka

Drawing on the strands of her mixed heritage and the traditions of her adopted land, Devon-based Swedish singer/songwriter Rosa Rebecka weaves together an evening of songs and stories of love and hope from the different cultures that intertwine to form the background to her own musical

...

7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

NT Live:

Inter Alia

Inter Alia - a new play by Suzie Miller, directed by Justin Miller

Filmed live on 4 September 2025 at the National Theatre.

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team

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Monday 6th Oct

2:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Home Ed Drama

September - October 2025

Drama for Home ed and those flex-schooling or otherwise not in school, ages 8-16 years.

A safe space:

For self expression
To develop creative and performance skills
For young people to be themselves
To make friends

...

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

Workshop - Wellbeing

Please note booking information

Crystal Sound Bath Meditation

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 Plough Arts Centre

Workshop

Ploughcappella with Rosa Rebecka

Find your voice with North Devon’s thriving Community Choir.

£80 Full Price / £70 Supporters per Term (10 weeks)
£40 Full Price / £35 Supporters per Half Term (5 weeks)

Tuesday 7th Oct

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

Workshop

Plough Playwright Café

Suitable for all ages 14+.

Join our welcoming monthly meet-up for playwrights and aspiring writers.

Each session offers fun and stimulating writing exercises, the chance to share your work in table reads, and constructive group feedback.

Whether you're developing a new script or just starting...

Wednesday 8th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

6:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @ The Plough

Life Drawing Gym

Flex your drawing skills in 2025

A regular Life Drawing session that runs on occaisional 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

...

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

Unspecified

Wellbeing Wednesday

Wellbeing Wednesday: Sacred Drum Circle with Zara Tricconet

A safe space, a link to support, community and spiritual guidance through the use of meditation incorporating sound and drum journeying taking you into unseen realms to meet with guides and spirit helpers. Song, toning and mantra are brought in to support us as we channel our personal

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Thursday 9th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

2:00pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Other

National Women’s Register

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

National Women’s Register is an organisation for all women.

NWR is a social organisation and our style is informal and relaxed. Local group and online activities offer conversation, friendship and fun.

Our lively minded members are interested in everything and talk about anything...

5:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Writing for Performance (8-18 yrs)

Friday 10th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Visual Arts

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY - Special workshop

Hand Made Sketchbook Workshop with Inky Play!

Lead by Artist and Illustrator Emma Johnson

The Plough's Autumn workshop series features a special workshop lead by Artist and Illustrator Emma Johnson. Come and made a delighful Hand Made Sketchbook and adorn it through explorations using Ink - Inky Play!

Friday 10th Oct 10am - 12.30pm

Founder of SKETCHWALKS,...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Theatre

Stories in the Dust

+ Free Climate Change Workshops for schools

The sun beats down on two travellers, journeying across a mysterious land in a contraption they've built themselves. They sing, play games, and tell stories inspired by a collection of precious things they've gathered from a time gone by.

With live music and puppetry,

...

1:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Theatre

Stories in the Dust

+ Free Climate Change Workshops for schools

With live music and puppetry,

...

7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

The Roses

7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Town Centre: Southgate End Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Stories of murder, betrayal, prison tales, ghosts and much more.

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

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

Tour ends at ThePlough@StAnne's,

...

Saturday 11th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Seniors (14-18 years)

START TIME 10am

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

10:30am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop

Plough Writers

Tutor Lizzie Bauer will host these workshops, perfect for those who wish to develop their creative writing skills.

The Plough Writers are into our 2nd year of pen-play! Always keen to welcome newcomers, our monthly-meet-ups draw on literary sources first, before unleashing our

...

11:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Middlies (11-14 yrs)

START TIME 11am

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
13 Sep - 13 Dec (No session on 26 Oct

12:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Infants (5-7 years)

START TIME 12:30pm

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
13 Sep - 13 Dec (

1:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Juniors (8-11 years)

START TIME 1pm

3:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Creative Dance (8-16 yrs)

START TIME 3pm

The participants will also be able to choreograph and devise...

7:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

DOUBLE Bill: Spinal Tap

Don't miss this DOUBLE BILL of the classic Spinal Tap, and the newly released sequel Spinal Tap II: The End Continues!

Book for both and get 25% off!

SPINAL TAP is back! After a 15-year hiatus, David St...

9:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

DOUBLE Bill: Spinal Tap

Don't miss this DOUBLE BILL of the classic Spinal Tap, and the newly released sequel Spinal Tap II: The End Continues!

Book for both and get 25% off!

SPINAL TAP is back! After a 15-year hiatus, David St...

Monday 13th Oct

2:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Home Ed Drama

September - October 2025

Drama for Home ed and those flex-schooling or otherwise not in school, ages 8-16 years.

A safe space:

For self expression
To develop creative and performance skills
For young people to be themselves
To make friends

...

7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop

Ploughcappella with Rosa Rebecka

Find your voice with North Devon’s thriving Community Choir.

£80 Full Price / £70 Supporters per Term (10 weeks)
£40 Full Price / £35 Supporters per Half Term (5 weeks)

Wednesday 15th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

11:00am - 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

Thursday 16th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

5:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Writing for Performance (8-18 yrs)

7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Riverside Tales Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

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

This tour is comprised of Cross Street, The Riverbank, Rolle Quay, Tuly Street.

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

Tour ends at ...

8:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Theatre

YIPPEE KI YAY (the parody celebration of Die Hard)

James Seabright presents

Yippee Ki Yay (the parody celebration of Die Hard)

Written and performed by Richard Marsh

Acclaimed retelling of classic film Die Hard from Richard Marsh - Fringe First-winner, London poetry slam champion, BBC

...

Friday 17th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Visual Arts

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @The Plough

FLOWERS WITH STYLE! 2-Week Colour Linocut Printmaking Workshop

Lead by experienced tutor Luna North - Sessions run on Friday 17th and 24th October.

Join Luna as she guides you through the design process required to create a beautiful two colour, flower inspired linocut print. The course covers design, carving techniques and selection of materials, colour selection and mixing, followed by printing layer one, followed by layer two. Luna is a...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

2:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE, the cinematic return of the global phenomenon, follows the Crawley family and their staff as they enter the 1930s. When Mary finds herself at the center of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the entire household grapples with the threat of...

7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Music - Acoustic

Barney Kenny

Doors open at 7pm.

Having supported the likes of Seth Lakeman, Baskery, Iona Lane, True Strays. Martin Carthy, Geoff Lakeman, Mishra, Mad Dog McRea, Wille and the Bandits, Rusty Shackle, Kitty Macfarlane, Langkamer and Blair Dunlop, Barney Kenny is quickly carving out a name for himself as a solo artist across the...

8:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Music

Seriously Collins – A Tribute to Phil Collins & Genesis

Experience the Magic of Phil Collins and Genesis!

Seriously Collins: The Genuine Tribute Show

Get ready to be transported back in time as we celebrate the

...

Saturday 18th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Seniors (14-18 years)

START TIME 10am

10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Visual Arts

Seaside town (Naive art) Watercolours

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

Tutor: John Piper

Come along and paint your favourite seaside town in this popular “Naive art” genre.

North Devon artist John Piper will guide you through the steps required to produce your own unique watercolour painting in this fun style...

10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Visual Arts

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

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

Tutor: Lucy Turner

On this full day workshop, you will learn the basic techniques and skills to create a magnificent willow bird (chicken/duck/pheasant or heron).

No home or garden is complete without one!

There will be a selection of locally grown natural

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

11:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Middlies (11-14 yrs)

START TIME 11am

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
13 Sep - 13 Dec (No session on 26 Oct

12:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Infants (5-7 years)

START TIME 12:30pm

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
13 Sep - 13 Dec (

1:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Juniors (8-11 years)

START TIME 1pm

3:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Creative Dance (8-16 yrs)

START TIME 3pm

The participants will also be able to choreograph and devise...

7:00pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

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.

She The Throne are a ritual noise duo from Manchester. Their performances summon an ancient rhythmic union, merging performer, space, and audience in a shared act of remembering. Drawing from industrial music, harsh noise, and the darker melodies of acts like Portishead, their...

7:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Music

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman

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

For three decades Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman’s partnership has proved personal, permanent and pivotal.

From their roots in 90’s folk

...

Monday 20th Oct

2:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Home Ed Drama

September - October 2025

Drama for Home ed and those flex-schooling or otherwise not in school, ages 8-16 years.

A safe space:

For self expression
To develop creative and performance skills
For young people to be themselves
To make friends

...

Wednesday 22nd Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Cake & Craft. Wrapping Paper

With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing.

Use different printing methods to create sheets of personalised wrapping paper to dress your Christmas presents.

Our monthly craft and chat sessions offer a friendly, welcoming space to connect with others over a creative...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

6:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @ The Plough

Life Drawing Gym

Flex your drawing skills in 2025

A regular Life Drawing session that runs on occaisional 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 23rd Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

5:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Writing for Performance (8-18 yrs)

7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Bygone Brothel Tour

Age advisory 16+

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,

...

Friday 24th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Visual Arts

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @The Plough

FLOWERS WITH STYLE! 2-Week Colour Linocut Printmaking Workshop

Lead by experienced tutor Luna North - Sessions run on Friday 17th and 24th October.

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

2:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

Ackroyd & Harvey: The Art of Activism

(Cert TBC)

When does practice become protest? Or protest, poetry?

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Fiona Cunningham-Reid presents an intimate portrait of internationally acclaimed artists Heather Ackroyd and Dan Harvey, who work at the intersection of art, activism,

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8:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Music

The Luke Combs Experience

Get ready, country fans: The Luke Combs Experience is rollin’ into town and bringing the ultimate tribute to one of the biggest names in modern country music!

Since bursting onto the scene in 2022, this powerhouse

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Saturday 25th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

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10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

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10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Visual Arts

Gingerbread House Pottery Workshop

Sold out

Join us for a cosy and creative day making your very own ceramic gingerbread house!

This workshop is all about relaxing, getting creative, and connecting with others in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Whether you're coming on your own or with a friend, you'll be warmly welcomed

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11:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Poetry/Spoken Word

North Devon Poetry Stanza

Please note booking information

The North Devon Poetry Stanza is formed in the main of members of the national Poetry Society, of which it is a local chapter.

It is a closed group but if you would like to join please contact the coordinator, Mark Haworth-Booth - markhaworthbooth@gmail.com

2:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

8:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Music - Rock

Roxy Magic

A tribute to Roxy Music...

UK’s longest-running and most acclaimed tribute to Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry, ROXY MAGIC can guarantee an unforgettable night of live music.

Formed in 2004, Roxy Magic has captivated audiences across the country by authentically recreating five decades of...

Monday 27th Oct

2:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Home Ed Drama

September - October 2025

Drama for Home ed and those flex-schooling or otherwise not in school, ages 8-16 years.

A safe space:

For self expression
To develop creative and performance skills
For young people to be themselves
To make friends

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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...

Wednesday 29th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

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10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop

Please note booking information

Spooky Science Lab

Seriously Fun Halloween Science for ages 5-10
In this frightfully fun science workshop, children will experiment, create & take home 4 Halloween science projects to spook their family & friends.

10-11.30am Wednesday 29th October
St Anne's Art & Community Centre...

2:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Wheel of The Year Family Seasonal Celebration - Samhain

With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing.

Celebrate the final harvest of the year, a time when our ancestors made their preparations for the winter ahead, celebrated their harvest and honoured their ancestors as the veil between worlds was at its thinnest. Followed by tea,...

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

Workshop - Visual Arts

Slow Stitching, abstract, Embroidery Hoop workshop

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

Tutor: Caron Hone

Come along a create a beautiful Embroidery Hoop.

You don't need to know all the technical stitches, or have a preconceived idea.

All you need to know is how to thread a needle and then go with the flow.

Caron, a mixed media ,local artist will...

Thursday 30th Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

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10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Youth Theatre

Play in a Day - Roald Dahl’s The Witches

For ages 8–16. All welcome — the magic starts here!

Step into the wonderfully wicked world of Roald Dahl in this fast-paced, fun-filled day of theatre!

In just one day, you’ll rehearse and perform your own version of The Witches — the story of one brave boy, his brilliant grandmother, and their daring mission to defeat the world’s...

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

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Friday 31st Oct

10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

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10:00am - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Workshop - Visual Arts

Terracotta Gargoyles for your garden/home

Tutor: Helen McCormick

This pottery 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.

Throughout the day Helen will teach you how to make two gargoyle or grotesque sculptures using

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10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Exhibition

EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the Artist's Wall throughout October:

Everything is connected! (The shared nature of all things)

2 Oct - 1 Nov 2025

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10:00am - The Plough Arts Centre

Workshop

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @ The Plough

Zarzo Basket Making!

Lead by experienced tutor Jane Welsh

A Zarzo basket is a type of willow basket originating from Spain. It is known for its distinctive criss-cross weave and elegant shape, making it suitable for displaying fruit, flowers, or vegetables.

Join experienced tutor Jane on a journey through the process to create your own...

2:00pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Music

The Melting Pot

Daisi (daisi.org.uk) brings a return of the successful ‘Melting Pot’. Back to showcase the incredible, diverse talents of North Devon’s young musicians.

This Halloween brings a Melting Pot of all musical genres, from folk, rock, classical

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7:30pm - ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Haunted History Tour

Witchy & Weird Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Sold out

A guided walking tour with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon', hearing true tales of witchcraft, strange deaths, ghosts and things that go bump in the night....

(free Tena Lady with every ticket!)

Tour ends at ThePlough@StAnne's, for refreshments and a...

8:30pm - The Plough Arts Centre

Film

The Lost Boys

A cult ’80s classic packed with vampires, attitude, and an unforgettable soundtrack. Stylish, funny, and deliciously dark, don’t miss your chance to relive this iconic horror-comedy on the big screen!

Starring Keifer Sutherland, Jason Patric, Corey Haim, Dianne Wiest...

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