On Thursday 8 May, the nation will come together to commemorate the end of the Second World War in Europe. The 80th anniversary of VE Day is a time for a nation to come together to learn about the stories of those that served, from the servicemen who fought, to children who were evacuated, and women…
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The 2025 Sidmouth International Jazz and Blues Festival takes place from Friday 23 to Monday 26 May with a stellar line up of international acts over the end of May bank holiday weekend. Headlining artistes include British soul legends Soul II Soul, acclaimed British soul singer-songwriter…
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Already looking forward to the end of the dark and dreary winter months? Here are some of the biggest events taking place in the coming year around East Devon to add to your diaries. Sidmouth Sea Fest – 17 th May 2025 Sidmouth Jazz and blues Festival – 23 rd – 26 th May Pixie Day – June TBC Budleigh…
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There are plenty of exciting things planned for 2025, including the upcoming Sidmouth Folk Festival, which returns in August. Organisers are already ramping up the anticipation, by announcing the first acts which will make up this year’s line up. So far, Seth Lakeman, from Dartmoor, and his band…
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Looking for festive fun in East Devon? Check out what’s on at the Beehive in Honiton. The Beehive, an award-winning community venue in Honiton, offers a diverse programme of events, cinema screenings and workshops all year round, with a packed programme in the lead up to Christmas. On 4 th December…
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Sidmouth’s annual Christmas Lights Switch On event is Saturday, 16th November in the Market Place and Sidmouth Town Council is once again providing the festive display along the streets. This year, Sidmouth Chamber of Commerce is also combining its Late Night Shopping event on the same evening so…
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The famous Ottery Tar Barrels returns next month, whether you’ve already planned a trip or you’re still weighing up your options, here’s everything you need to know for this year’s event. For those of you not in the know, Ottery St Mary is famous for its traditional Tar Barrel event, which sees…
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Otter Garden Centre cordially invites you to step into the Christmas spirit with their Festive Shopping event, taking place on 30 th October. Be the first to explore the new range of decorations, gifts and festive homeware, as well as live Christmas demonstrations, such as tips for decorating your…
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Sidmouth Science Festival returns from Friday 4th until Sunday 13th October for a fun and educational week with events ranging from hands-on activities to serious talks plus a visit, walks and a film screening: in fact there are events for all ages and abilities and most of them are free. 1) Become…
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This year marks the 16 th anniversary of Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival, an annual celebration of books, reading and writing which takes place right here in beautiful Budleigh Salterton. Every year, the organisers bring us a packed programme of exciting voices in literature and this year is no…
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