What's On
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...
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...
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...
Wed 21 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Following her acclaimed Royal Albert Hall performance celebrating 25 years in music, Brit and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter...
Please note: St Anne's will be closed to the public, due to essential building works.
Age advisory 16+
Thu 22 Oct, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Sold out
A walking tour with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon', sharing true stories of Barnstaple's bygone Brothels in all their...
Priority booking for Supporters only until 2 March 2026!
Thu 22 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Supporters - Login before selecting Book Online to gain access to priority booking. Critically acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest...
Hand Sewing Workshop
Please note a £10 materials cost is payable to the tutor on the day
Fri 23 Oct, 10:00am
The Plough Arts Centre
Create a spooky seasonal embroidery design while exploring decorative stitches, embroidered lettering, padded stitches and simple three-...
Fri 23 Oct to Sat 07 Nov
(3 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
From Focus Features and Working Title comes an irresistible new take on Jane Austen's iconic Sense and Sensibility: a charming, witty, and...
In association with Signposts and Departures exhibition by Pete Newell in the gallery
Fri 23 Oct, 6:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Bideford & River Torridge was recognised as a UK Heritage Harbour in January 2024 because of the depth of local maritime history and...
Priority booking for Supporters only until 17 April 9:00am!
Fri 23 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Paul Sinha returned to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2025 after a dramatic 2023 that saw him booking a ticket to Edinburgh’s Royal Infirmary half...
10:00AM - 11:30AM
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,...
10:00AM - 12:00PM
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...
12:00PM - 2:00PM
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...
2:00PM - 4:00PM
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!...
Sat 24 Oct to Fri 30 Oct
(2 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
Everyone is looking forward to Halloween on Mossy Bottom Farm - until the clumsy Farmer trashes the Flock's beloved pumpkin patch! But when...
4:00PM - 6:00PM
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...
Live Nation presents
Sat 24 Oct to Sat 28 Nov
(2 performances)
The Plough Arts Centre
The Plough Arts Centre is one of only nine UK venues to be chosen by The Comedy Store, London. With nearly 40 years’ experience in the...
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...
Wed 28 Oct
(2 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
Having written and drawn for Beano, Doctor Who & Marvel Comics, Kev Sutherland will teach you, in this Masterclass ,how easy it is to...
Age advisory 14+
Thu 29 Oct, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Nearly full
A guided walking tour with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon', hearing true tales of witchcraft, strange deaths, ghosts and...
Hand Sewing Workshop
Please note a £10 materials cost is payable to the tutor on the day
Fri 30 Oct, 10:00am
The Plough Arts Centre
Discover how colour, metallic threads, beads and embellishments create sparkle, movement and dramatic light effects. Learn techniques for...
Fri 30 Oct, 11:00am
The Plough Arts Centre
Join Devon Science for a magical, interactive Halloween experience featuring real dry ice — something most children will rarely, if ever,...
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.
Sat 31 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Sold out
Tutor: Helen McCormick This pottery workshop is designed to be a relaxed, friendly space where you can meet new people and have the...
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.
Sat 31 Oct, 10:00am
Barnstaple Guildhall
Sold out
Tutor: Lucy Turner On this full day workshop, you will learn the basic techniques and skills to create a stunning Stag or Deer head. An eye...
Sat 31 Oct, 2:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Get the little monsters dressed up for an afternoon of Halloween fun at The Plough, Come dressed as your favourite spooky character, witch...
4K Restoration, featuring a 10 minute pre-recorded introduction
Sat 31 Oct, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
A landmark in Gothic horror, Dracula cemented Hammer Films' reputation as the leading force in modern horror cinema and introduced...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Hand Sewing 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...
No Sew Christmas Decorations
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
An evening of immersive sound and experimental performance.
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...
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,...
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...
Suitable for adults and older children 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
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...
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...
Hand Sewing 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...
No Sew Christmas Decorations
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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