What's On in East Devon
April 2011
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| 1-30 Apr 2010 |
Exeter Farmers Market
Shoppers keen on sampling Westcountry foods are able to try and buy a wide range of produce at the Exeter Farmers Market - cheeses, venison, pork, lamb, beef, chicken, organic fruit & vegetables, chillies, apple juice, fish, chicken, preserves, cakes, bread, pies and much more.
www.exeter.gov.uk |
| 1-29 Apr 2011 |
Killerton :'Drop In' Garden Guided Walk on Fridays
Discover more about stunning garden at Killerton. Enjoy an informal guided walk with a member of staff or a volunteer from the garden team. Discover more about this stunning garden with information on the plants and trees as well as the history. The garden has many rare trees, some planted by Veitch brought back by the adventurous plant hunters from around the world. This is a great way of discovering more about the importance of the garden and the range of trees, shrubs and plants in the garden.
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| 2-30 Apr 2011 |
Buckland Abbey : In-depth Tours
For Saturdays in April join a member of the team to see behind the scenes, in the roof and down the tunnel!
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| 7 Apr 2011 |
Knightshayes Court : Spring Walk -The Magic Begins
A guided walk and talk with our new Head Gardener, Ed Skinner, around the emerging beauty of the garden in early spring.
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| 7 Apr 2011 |
Exeter Cathedral : Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
'Nationalist Stirrings'Classical Cathedral concert with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, conductor Owain Arwel Hughes and soloist criticially acclaimed John Lill.
www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk |
| 8 Apr 2011 |
Knightshayes Court : Kitchen Garden - Preparation, Sowing and Planting
A look at soil preparation, seed sowing direct into the ground and under glass, plus tips for planting out. With kitchen gardener, Lorraine Colebrook. Ticket price includes 20% discount on the day in the plant centre.
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| 8 Apr 2011 |
Buckland Abbey : Irwin the Buckland Bowman
Discover our own medieval archer who will captivate the whole family with stories of times past and his archery demonstration. Demonstration at 2.30pm followed by the chance to have a go!
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| 9 Apr 2011 |
Exeter Cathedral : Counterpoint with Divertimento
A concert in aid of the Counterpoint Bursary Fund for Exeter Cathedral Boy and Girl Choristers.
www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk |
| 9 - 26 Apr 2011 |
Knightshayes Court : Easter Trail
Follow our Easter trail around the gardens, answer our quiz and collect your yummy chocolate egg.
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| 9 & 10 Apr 2011 |
Castle Drogo ; Celebrate 100 years - Country Fayre
A traditional country fayre circa 1910 to celebrate 100 years since the foundation stone at Drogo was laid. Lots of fun for all the family from traditional stalls and entertainment throughout the day. Small charges for some stalls and entertainment.
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| 9 Apr 2011 |
Buckland Abbey : Beginners Guide to Watercolour Painting
Explore the art of painting in watercolours in an informal atmosphere with our resident artist.
Learn about the materials and basic techniques of watercolour washes and colour mixing. Designed for anyone who is beginning to paint, who maybe wondering where to begin, or may have tried and is frustrated with their efforts. Richard Woodgate will guide you through the maze of technical jargon and guarantees that you will end the day with finished pictures and the enthusiasm to continue painting.
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| 11 Apr 2011 |
Killerton : Focus on Fashion - Underneath it all!
Discover more about Killerton's historic fashion collection with our expert, Shelley Tobin, Costume Curator. A glimpse of corsets, camisoles and petticoats. An informal drop in event. One of a series of Focus on Fashion events.
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| 16 Apr 2011 |
Killerton : Killerton Farmers' & Local Produce Markets
Come and support our local food producers and reduce your food miles. On every third Saturday of the month March to October and December. Browse the stalls selling fresh local produce and sample the local produce from cakes to sausages! Free parking . In the visitor's car park.
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| 16 & 17 Apr 2011 |
Knightshayes Court : Heartland Old Books
Interesting, rare and just plain readable books for sale in the stables courtyard from the local Tiverton secondhand and antiquarian bookshop.
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| 17 Apr 2011 |
Knightshayes Court : Blue Cross Dog Show
Registration between 11am and 12 noon. Judging commences at 12 noon. For more information please call the Blue Cross on 01884 855792. £1 per entry.
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| 25 Apr 2011 |
Killerton : Punch and Judy
Punch and Judy returns to Killerton. Enjoy a fun performance of Punch, Judy and friends in the garden with Professor Radd. Enjoyed by children and adults!
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| 29 & 30 Apr 2011 |
Exeter Northcott : Ballet Black
Winner of the UK Critics Circle Dance Award for Outstanding Company 2009.
Now celebrating their tenth year, Cassa Pancho's award-winning company of black and Asian ballet dancers has gathered huge success and a cult following over recent years.
www.exeternorthcott.co.uk |
| 29 Apr 2011 |
Killerton : Last Night at the Proms
Come and celebrate with a great "Last Night at the Proms" on the Royal Wedding Day.
Storm Brass, probably Devon's premier brass band will be performing a "Last Night at the Proms" in the stunning garden at Killerton with a Soprano leading the singing. Bring a picnic, champagne and chairs and rugs for a great night out. There will be food and a Pimms tent available. Will carry on whatever the weather!
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| 29 Apr 2011 |
Powderham Castle : Royal Wedding Celebration
We don't want you to miss the Royal Wedding or the chance to enjoy a visit to the home of the Earl & Countess of Devon.
So we have decided to open later today and make a cake to share with all our visitors - we are baking one especially to mark the occasion!
Visit today between 1pm and 5.30pm and enjoy a FREE slice of cake from the Courtyard Tea Room.
Hip Hip Hurrah!
www.powderham.co.uk
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