What's On

Exhibition

In the gallery

Plough Christmas Makers Market

Every Weds - Sat 10am - 4pm and before evening events

Wed 02 Dec to Sat 19 Dec
 (13 dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
The Gallery will be showcasing tempting hand made art and crafts from local makers and artists. In addition to the opportunity to buy some...
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Workshop

Plough Storytelling Circle

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

Thu 03 Dec to Thu 04 Mar
 (4 sessions)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Castle Centre, Barnstaple
Barnstaple Guildhall
Since people began to talk they have gathered around fires and listened to stories, and although we cannot provide the fire, we can give...
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Live Music

Will Varley

Sat 05 Dec, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Singer-songwriter Will Varley embarks on a UK winter tour this November, bringing his remarkable songwriting and captivating live show to...
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Workshop

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

Wet-felted Bottle/Gift Bag 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.

Thu 10 Dec, 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...
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Live Music

Folk - Rock - Political protest songs for the modern day

Beans on Toast

Fri 11 Dec, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Celebrated folk troubadour Beans on Toast heads out on his annual winter tour. Part concert, part gathering, every Beans on Toast show is a...
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Workshop

Weave a Willow Festive Star and Reindeer Decoration

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 12 Dec
 (2 sessions)
Barnstaple Guildhall
Sold out
Tutor: Lucy Turner On this 3-hour workshop, you will learn the basic technique and skills to weave a five-pointed star and a reindeer...
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Live Theatre

PYT PANTO:

Snow White

and the 7 Multi-Cultural Gnomes!

Sat 12 Dec to Sun 13 Dec
 (3 performances)
The Plough Arts Centre
Panto is back at the Plough! Join Snow White and her delightful multi-cultural gnomes for a magical, musical and mischievous adventure,...
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Workshop

Winter Solstice Goddess Pottery Sculpture 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 13 Dec, 10:00am
Barnstaple Guildhall
Sold out
Tutor: Helen McCormick To celebrate the Winter Solstice, this workshop invites you to create your own Winter Goddess sculpture from...
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Live Theatre

David Mynne (founder member of Kneehigh Theatre) present: A Christmas Carol

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 13 Dec, 7:30pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
Joy to all mankind... Bah! Spend an evening in the company of a mean, tight-fisted, squeezing, grasping, clutching old miser. Bah! Watch...
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Live Music

Small Town Jones + Special guests

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.

Fri 18 Dec to Sat 19 Dec
 (2 performances)
Barnstaple Guildhall
Join Small Town Jones and band for a cozy evening of beautiful melodic and mesmerising indie folk soul infused songs from Small Town Jones...
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Live Theatre

The Plough Youth Theatre Presents...

Twelve Days of Christmas

Sat 19 Dec
 (2 performances)
The Plough Arts Centre
Inspired by the much loved classic Christmas song, you’ll find all our youth theatre groups offering something special for each day of the...
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Film

(certificate tbc)

The Cat in the Hat

Wed 30 Dec to Sat 02 Jan
 (3 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
Meet the Cat in the Hat you don’t know! In the wonderfully whimsical tradition of Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat comes to the big screen in...
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Live Music

NOTE: 7:30 PM start time!

The Unravelling Wilbury's

Fri 08 Jan, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
With a perfect mix of superb musicianship and comedy, the UNRAVELLING WILBURYS are brothers ‘Sticky’ Willy, Walter, Thumper, Blind Melon...
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Workshop

Seed Pod Garden Ornament Pottery Workshop

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

Sat 09 Jan, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Helen McCormick Join Helen for a fun and creative session where you can learn to make 3 beautiful garden ornaments inspired by...
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Live Theatre

Circus Extravaganza

Sat 09 Jan
 (3 performances)
The Plough Arts Centre
Circus Extravaganza is making its debut at The Plough! This is a circus with a difference, where the children become the stars. There are...
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AGM

The Plough Arts Centre AGM

Mon 18 Jan, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Join us for our Annual General Meeting! Everyone is welcome to join us as we look back on the highlights of 2026 and share exciting news,...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Slow Stitching, abstract, Embroidery Hoop workshop

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

Fri 22 Jan, 6:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Caron Hone Come along and create a beautiful Embroidery Hoop. You don't need to know all the technical stitches, or have a...
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Workshop

Along the Seashore in Watercolours

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

Sat 23 Jan, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: John Piper Come and join Artist John Piper for a day painting sea creatures in a vibrant, loose and striking style of watercolour...
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Live Music

Paul Jones & Dave Kelly

Fri 29 Jan, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
The Blues Band are now retired from touring - but their two lead vocalists Paul Jones and Dave Kelly will continue with their Acoustic Duo...
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Workshop

Junk Journalling for beginners

Suitable for all ages, from ages 8 - 108! Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Sat 30 Jan, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Fiona, of Fizz Designs Arts and Crafts Junk journalling can be traced back to the 19 th century when people began creating...
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Live Music

They're back... for another Hoedown

Not The Cowboys Hoedown 2027

Sat 30 Jan, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Grab your cowboy hat, dust off those boots and get ready to kick off 2027 in true country style! Not the Cowboys are riding back into town...
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Workshop

Wet-felt a Landscape or Seascape Workshop

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

Sat 06 Feb, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Penny Rowland Hill of Penygwyn Designs Using an assortment of brightly coloured wool fibres, learn the fun technique of wet-felting...
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Live Comedy

Live Nation Presents

The Comedy Store

On sale from 27 February 2026!

Sat 06 Feb to Sat 27 Nov
 (4 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...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Spring Soap Making Workshop

Suitable for adults and older children 13+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Thu 11 Feb, 6:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery Do you love natural skincare products, want to reduce plastic waste in your home or start a new...
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Live Poetry/Spoken Word

Part Poetry - Part Stand up

Luke Wright: Yes

Fri 12 Feb, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Luke Wright used to think he had the answers. Now he's not so sure. For twenty-five years, Fringe First winner Luke Wright has been writing...
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Live Music

Moscow Drug Club

Sat 13 Feb, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
A Valentine’s Weekend of Jazz, Cabaret & Swing Step into the smoky, intoxicating world of Moscow Drug Club this Valentine’s weekend…...
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Live Theatre

Teach Rex Live

Wed 17 Feb
 (3 performances)
The Plough Arts Centre
With over 4,000 five-star reviews and hundreds of sold-out shows across the UK, the award-winning Teach Rex team is bringing its unique,...
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Live Comedy

The Comedy Store Players

Thu 18 Feb, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
The resident improv troupe from the most famous comedy club in the world, The Comedy Store Players have been delighting audiences for over...
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Workshop

Make Dip Resin Flowers Workshop

Suitable for all abilities (beginners and upwards). For ages 14 and over. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Sat 20 Feb, 1:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Fiona, of Fizz Designs Arts and Crafts. In this workshop you will get to make three dip resin flowers: either flowers reminiscent of...
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Live Theatre

Weird Tales

Stories of madness, murder and mayhem

Sat 20 Feb, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Expect to hear how a human anatomical study conceals an unnatural and blasphemous secret; how a bloody heart still beats beneath the...
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12A
Film

Where Is Heaven?

Sat 20 Feb, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
It’s back again by popular demand - the award-winning (Brighton Film Festival) documentary about life off-grid in Devon and much more. This...
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