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Pooch Passport at Lanhydrock

4th October-28th February 2025

Venue: Lanhydrock

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/pooch-passport

Collect stamps from participating places on your days out and your dog(s) will receive a special treat

A Mini Winter Wonderland Trail

4th November-3rd February 2025

Venue: Donkey Sanctuary

Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk

Learn about the miniature herd in their super new paddock. This entertaining family activity combines fun, exercise and brainpower and is just £5 per trail. Open daily from 9am, general admission and...

Christmas Escape Room

4th November-5th January 2025

Venue: Escape the Game

Address: Bovey Tracey

Website: www.escapethegame.co.uk

Can you and your team restore the elves belief in the magic of Christm so that Santa's star can shine bright. Suitable for adults and children aged 7+

Locals Month at Exmoor Zoo

4th November-1st December 2024

Venue: Exmoor Zoo

Website: www.exmoorzoo.co.uk

Half price entry for all EX postcodes and also selected TA postcodes - see website for terms and conditions

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market

15th November-15th December 2024

Venue: Exeter Cathedral

Website: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk

Over a hundred twinkling chalets, local gifts and produce, global street food and seasonal entertainment. Also, entry by donation to the Cathedral

Heligan Night Garden

15th November-5th January 2025

Venue: The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Website: www.heligan.com

Become immersed in an enchanting lantern experience set amidst the atmospheric lsot gardens

Plymouth Winter Wonderland 2024

15th November-1st January 2025

Venue: Central Park in Plymouth

Website: www.plymouthwinterwonderland.co.uk

Real ice rink, Santa's Grotto, big top with live music, festive food stalls and rides and attractions

Plymouth Winter Wonderland 2024

15th November-1st January 2025

Venue: Central Park

Address: Plymouth

Website: www.plymouthwinterwonderland.co.uk

Real ice rink, Santa's Grotto, big top with live music, festive food stalls and rides and attractions

Plymouth's Winter Wonderland

15th November-1st January 2025

Venue: Central Park in Plymouth

Website: www.plymouthwinterwonderland.co.uk

Real ice skating rink, meet Santa in his Enchanted Forest Grotto, refreshments, love music, character appearance, rides and family-friendly activities

RHS Glow 2024 - RHS Rosemoor

15th-28th November 2024

Venue: RHS Rosemoor

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor

Return of the after-dark trail of festive light and colour. Follow the illuminated route through beautiful garden rooms and for the first time ever - the arboretum. Food and drink available

Theatre & Cinema

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

21st-24th November 2024

Venue: The Landmark,

Address: Ilfracombe

Website: www.landmark-ilfracombe.com

Stage production based on the famous novel with family ticket offers available

Theatre & Cinema

Frozen Jr

21st-23rd November 2024

Venue: Devonport Playhouse

Website: www.plymouththeatrecompany.com

Stage performance based on the Broadway and West End musical bringing Elsa, Anna and the magical land of Arendelle, onstage from Plymouth Theatre Company

2024 Christmas in Dawlish

22nd-23rd November 2024

Venue: Dawlish

Website: www.facebook.com/christmasindawlish

Two day celebration of food, families and fun - see the website for full schedule of activities

Christmas Artisan Fair

22nd-24th November 2024

Venue: Pencarrow House and Gardens

Website: www.pencarrow.co.uk

Artisan fair - under 16s are free

Christmas Light Switch On

22nd-22nd November 2024

Venue: Truro

Website: www.trurobid.co.uk

Entertainment at 5pm and light switch-on at 7pm.

Christmas Opening at Plymouth Snowsports Centre

22nd-22nd November 2024

Venue: Plymouth Snowsports Centre

Website: www.jnlplymouth.co.uk

Reduced price activities, music, stalls and BBQ

Dawlish Light Switch On

22nd-22nd November 2024

Venue: Dawlish

Website: www.facebook.com/dawlishcelebrates

Big Christmas light switch on and other activities (see also 2024 Christmas in Dawlish)

Exeter Winter Wonderland

22nd November-24th December 2024

Venue: Northernhay Gardens

Website: www.exeterwinterwonderland.co.uk

Rides and attractions, festive refreshments, Santa's Grotto and Naughty Elf Workshop

Ivybridge Christmas Festival

22nd-22nd November 2024

Venue: Ivybridge

Website: www.missivyevents.co.uk

Late night shopping, over 40 artisan food and gift stalls, festive music, children's entertainment including juggling, inflatable and rides, festive Punch and Judy. Free entry

Lanterns, Lights and Illuminations

22nd-22nd November 2024

Venue: Brixham Harbourside

Website: www.facebook.com/brixhamcouncil

Matcial lantern parade, firework display, live music, street entertainment and street market

Lanterns, Lights and Illuminations

22nd-23rd November 2024

Venue: Brixham Harbourside

Website: www.facebook.com/brixhamcouncil

Magical lantern parade, firework display, live music, street entertainment and street market

Christmas Lights Switch On - Newton Abbot

23rd-23rd November 2024

Venue: Newton Abbot

Website: www.newtonabbot-tc.gov.uk/events

Daytime entertainment, street food, free children's entertainment. Father Christmas switches on the Lights at St Leonards Clock Tower

Dickensian Lantern Making Workshop

23rd-23rd November 2024

Venue: Tavistock Library

Website: www.facebook.com/tavistocklibrary

Learn how to make your own willow and tissue lantern for Dickensian evening

Garland in the Hall

23rd November-5th January 2025

Venue: Cotehele

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/cotehele

60ft long Christmas gardland using thousands of flowers grown on the estate

Lupton Christmas Craft Fayre

23rd-23rd November 2024

Venue: Lupton House

Website: www.discoverlupton.com

Over 60 stalls and café and gift shop open

Theatre & Cinema

Matilda The Musical Jr

23rd-24th November 2024

Venue: The Flavel,

Website: www.theflavel.org.uk

Musical production from Dartmouth Theatre Company

St Clement's Day

23rd-23rd November 2024

Venue: Finch Foundry

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/finch-foundry

Join local blacksmiths to celebrate St Clement's Day at Finch Foundry

The Cornish Winter Fair

23rd-24th November 2024

Venue: Royal Cornwall Events Centre

Website: www.royalcornwallshow.org/cornish-winter-fair

Annual celebration of farming and food in Cornwall with over 150 trade stands covering food, drink, crafts and more, educational discovery

Theatre & Cinema

The Three Musketeers

23rd-23rd November 2024

Venue: The Muse Theatre, Lipson Cooperative Academy

Website: www.southdevonplayers.com

Performance of the classic story from the South Devon Players

Theatre & Cinema

The Wild Robot

23rd-23rd November 2024

Venue: Seaton Gateway Theatre

Website: www.gatewaytheatre.co.uk

Adaptation of the best selling story following the journey of a robot shipwrecked on an uninhabited island who must learn to adapt to his new surroundings

Vranch House Christmas Fayre

23rd-23rd November 2024

Venue: Vranch House

Website: www.vranchhouse.org

Christmas fete - see social media for details

Christmas Gifts at Stover

24th-24th November 2024

Venue: Stover Country Park

Website: www.devon.gov.uk/stovercountrypark

Local wood turned gifts on sale in the Visitor Centre

Force Cancer Charity Santa Cycle and Cruise

24th-24th November 2024

Venue: Topsham/Exmouth

Website: www.forcecancercharity.co.uk

Starting and finishing at either Topsham or Exmouth cycle six miles along the stunning Exe Estuary trail. At each finishing point riders will join a Stuart Lines Cruises boat for a trip along the River...

Meet the Alpacas

24th-24th November 2024

Venue: Affinity Devon

Website: www.affinitydevon.com

Say hello to some furry friends from Woolley Animals

Christmas at the Castle

25th November-31st December 2024

Venue: Powderham Castle

Website: www.powderham.co.uk/christmas

Festive experience with Christmas illuminated light walk and Festive House Experience featuring rooms decorated with seasonal décor

Totnes Town Council Christmas Light Switch On

26th-26th November 2024

Venue: Market Square and Civic hall

Website: www.visittotnes.co.uk

Free, family-friendly community event with entertainment and children's crafts before the lights are officially switched on at 5:30

Theatre & Cinema

War Horse

26th November-7th December 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal Plymouth

Website: www.theatreroyal.com

Theatrical experience based on Michael Morpurgo's novel. Recommended for ages 10+ and accessible performances are available on select dates

Buckfast Abbey's Christmas Market

28th-30th November 2024

Venue: Buckfast Abbey

Website: www.buckfast.org.uk

Tasty treats, festive cheer and great family fun. Free parking and entry

Christmas Market and Late Night Shopping

28th-28th November 2024

Venue: Affinity Devon

Website: www.affinitydevon.com

Shop Christmas gifts and delicious treats from over 25 local suppliers

Christmasshay Village

28th November-22nd December 2024

Venue: Princesshay

Website: www.princesshay.co.uk

17 stalls across the centre including Bedford Street, Eastgate, Princesshay mall and Square

Theatre & Cinema

Cinderella

28th November-5th January 2025

Venue: Exeter Northcott

Website: www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

Production of the classic story from Le Navet Bete with laugh-out-loud fun, great music, stunning costumes and sets and amazing special effects. Audio described, BSL interpreted, relaxed and captioned...

Plymouth Christmas Market

28th November-15th December 2024

Venue: Plymouth

Website: www.visitplymouth.co.uk

Food, drink and entertainment

Theatre & Cinema

Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas

28th November-28th December 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal Plymouth

Website: www.theatreroyal.com

Adaptation of Raymond Briggs' story recommended for ages 3 to 7 years. Accessible performances available on selected dates

800 Years of Christmas

29th November-2nd January 2025

Venue: Torre Abbey

Website: www.englishriviera.co.uk

Projection event celebrating the rich heritage of the abbey and the festive spirit of Christmas

Bay of Lights

29th November-2nd January 2025

Venue: Torquay

Website: www.englishriviera.co.uk

Illumination trail with 18 large light installations and a Christmas market

Bay of Lights - The Illumination Trail

29th November-2nd January 2025

Venue: Torquay

Website: www.englishriviera.co.uk

Light trail as part of the Bay of Lights - see website for locations

Theatre & Cinema

Beauty and the Beast

29th-29th November 2024

Venue: Shaftesbury Theatre

Website: www.shaftesbury-dawlish.co.uk

Performance of the classic story from wonder Pantomimes

Festive Cheer

29th-29th November 2024

Venue: Ottery St Mary

Website: www.otterystmary-tc.gov.uk

Christmas light switch-on, torchlit procession, late night shopping and more

Pom Pom Tree Workshop

29th-29th November 2024

Venue: Pom Stitch Tassel

Website: www.pomstitchtassel.co.uk

Workshop for ages 5+

The Soft Play Magic Show

29th-29th November 2024

Venue: Ocean Exmouth

Website: www.oceanexmouth.co.uk

Soft play session followed by festive magic show

Children's Christmas Block Printing Workshop

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Buckland Abbey

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/buckland-abbey

Handprint our own Christmas gift wrap with festive lino blocks. Suitable for ages 4 to 16

Christingle

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Exeter Cathedral

Website: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk

Service particularly suitable for young children and their carers

Christmas Fair at Gateway Theatre

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Gateway Theatre

Website: www.events.gatewaytheatre.co.uk

Christmas fair with local craft stalls with gifts for Christmas. Entry free

Christmas Farmers Food and Craft Market

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Affinity Devon

Website: www.affinitydevon.com

Browse a wide selection of stalls with Christmas gift idas

Christmas Market

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Coldharbour Mill

Website: www.coldharbourmill.org.uk

Arts and craft stalls, food, music/entertainment and Christmas spirit

Native Makers Festive Market

30th November-1st January 2024

Venue: Ocean Studios, Royal William Yard

Website: www.nativemakers.co.uk

market full of festive wares from local regional makers

Newton Abbot Christmas Fayre

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Newton Abbot Racecourse

Website: www.newtonabbotracing.com

Craft and gift stalls, Christmas Village, Reinpony rides, face painter, Christmas carol choir, Snow Globe owls and more

Theatre & Cinema

REACH Wrestling

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Tavistock Town hall

Website: www.tavimtc.co.uk

Evening of live professional wrestling action

Stitch Your Own Christmas Decorations

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Pom Stitch Tassel

Website: www.pomstitchtassel.co.uk

Make hand-stitched decorations - ages 6+

Theatre & Cinema

The Three Musketeers

30th-30th November 2024

Venue: Stokenham Village Hall

Website: www.southdevonplayers.com

Performance of the classic story from the South Devon Players

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Torbay Symphony Orchestra

30th November-1st December 2024

Venue: Dartington

Website: www.dartington.org

Classical performance - Sunday's performance is a relaxed performance with families are especially welcome

Viking Yule: Christmas at Buckland Abbey

30th November-31st December 2024

Venue: Buckland Abbey

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/buckland-abbey

Be immersed in Viking traditions and see the Abbey decorated with medieval winter traditions

Winter Fest In The Barn

30th November-1st December 2024

Venue: Torre Abbey

Website: www.torre-abbey.org.uk

Gift and craft fair with 50% discount on house and gardens admission for Torre Abbey over the weekend. Father and Mother Christmas will also be attending

A Big Merry Yule Market

1st-1st December 2024

Venue: Bideford Pannier Market

Theatre & Cinema

Cinderella

1st-1st December 2024

Venue: Home Park Stadium

Website: www.homeparkstadium.com

Family friendly pantomime. Every attendee will also be given a free ticket to watch Argyle Women take on Watford in the Women's National League Cup at Home

Clovelly Court Garden - Christmas Illuminations

1st-1st December 2024

Venue: Clovelly Court Garden

Website: www.clovelly.co.uk

Explore the historic gardens after dark

Theatre & Cinema

Santa's Christmas Crackers

1st-1st December 2024

Venue: Exmouth Pavilion

Website: www.exmouthpavilion.co.uk

Fun, festive, musical, interactive family show particularly suitable for ages 2 to 8 with the chance to meet Father Christms after the perfromance

Topsham Christmas Market

1st-1st December 2024

Venue: Matthews Hall

Address: Topsham

Website: www.lovetopsham.co.uk

Festive themed market

Lord Mayor's Carol Service

2nd-2nd December 2024

Venue: Exeter Cathedral

Website: www.exetercathedral.org.uk

Annual service

Christmas at the Museum

3rd-21st December 2024

Venue: Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life

Website: www.tivertonmuseum.org.uk

Find the Christmas stockings hidden around the museum, decorated for the season, visit the Tivvy bumper team engine

Play In A Day - Once Upon A Christmas

3rd-3rd December 2024

Venue: Lynton Town Hall

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

Using traditional Christmas tales, panto, poems and dance - create a story that happened 'Once Upon A Christmas' - share the tale at the end of the day with family and friends

Theatre & Cinema

Sleeping Beauty

3rd-7th December 2024

Venue: The Muse Theatre, Lipson Cooperative Academy

Website: www.thewranglers.co.uk

Pantomime version of the classic fairytale from The Wranglers Theatre Company

Totnes Christmas market and late night shopping

3rd-3rd December 2024

Venue: Totnes

Website: www.missivyevents.co.uk

Festive entertainment and music, 70+ artisan market stalls, local food and drink and lantern parade on 17th December at 16:30

Theatre & Cinema

Dayzee and the World of Tomorrow

4th-7th December 2024

Venue: The Plough Arts Centre

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

21st festive show from Quirk Theatre and Exeter Phoenix. Join Dayzee and her dad in the not-so-far-off future where bicycles fly, flies talk and mangrove forests sing. A festive treat for all ages

Theatre & Cinema

Elf The Musical

4th-14th December 2024

Venue: Barnfield Theatre

Website: www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

stage adaptition of the much loved festive film from Exeter Little Theatre company

Light Up A Life

4th-4th December 2024

Venue: Exeter Cathedral

Website: www.hospiscare.co.uk

Special evening of remembrance and celebration as part of Light Up A Life

Relaxed hour in the house

4th-4th December 2024

Venue: Killerton

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/killerton

Relaxed sessions designed to be of benefit to visitors who prefer a quieter and calmer experience, such as those with autism, SEN or dementia

The Military Wives Choir at Christmas

4th-4th December 2024

Venue: The Beehive

Website: www.thebeehive.savoysystems.co.uk

Night of Christmas songs and festive music

Theatre & Cinema

The Star Who Danced

4th-28th December 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal Plymouth

Website: www.theatreroyal.com

Sensory non-verbal show recommended for ages 0 to 3 with dance, live music and light. The performance will end with space for further exploration, play and festive photos

Victorian Evening

4th-4th December 2024

Venue: Newton Abbot

Website: www.newtonabbot-tc.gov.uk/events

Victorian themed charity market event with free children's entertainment and charity raffle. Live music, walkabout acts, street food in Courtenay Street, free visits to Father Christmas, fireside selfies...

Christmas Open Evenings at Arlington Court

5th-5th December 2024

Venue: Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/arlington-court-and-the-national-trust- carriage-museum

Pick up a tasty festive treat from the tearoom

Edwardian Evening and Light Switch On - Okehampton

5th-5th December 2024

Venue: Okehampton

Website: www.missivyevents.co.uk

35 gift and food stalls, bubble show, live music, late night shopping rides - light switch on at 6pm

Glow SEN Night

5th-5th December 2024

Venue: RHS Rosemoor

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor

Glow session adapted to cater for less visitors with minimal noise and less distractions to be inclusive

Local Makers Christmas Market

5th-5th December 2024

Venue: The Box

Website: www.theboxplymouth.com

Market with locally made items from a range of local makers

Theatre & Cinema

Sitting IN the Grey

5th-5th December 2024

Venue: Theatre Alibi

Website: www.theatrealibi.co.uk

Sitting in the Grey is a story about the disconnect between adults and young people. It’s about power and a desire for change. It’s about the Grey space that people find themselves in, navigating new...

Carols by Candlelight

6th-6th December 2024

Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Sidmouth

Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk

Evening of Christmas carols at this candlelit service

Christmas Festival - Tavistock

6th-15th December 2024

Venue: Pannier Market, Butchers Hall and Bedford Square

Website: www.missivyevents.co.uk

Artisan and gift market, local choirs, festive rides

Dickensian Evening

6th-6th December 2024

Venue: Tavistock

Website: www.visit-tavistock.co.uk

Themed late night shopping event with Christmas light switch-on, entertainment, fairground ride, festive craft, food and drink and gift stalls

Knitted Wire Tree Decorations

6th-6th December 2024

Venue: Pom Stitch Tassel

Website: www.pomstitchtassel.co.uk

Craft workshop suitable for ages 5+

Theatre & Cinema

Paddington in Peru

6th-7th December 2024

Venue: Plymouth Arts Cinema

Website: www.plymouthartscinema.org

Screenings of the brand new Paddington sequel

Soft play festive silent disco

6th-7th December 2024

Venue: Ocean

Website: www.oceanexmouth.co.uk

Silent disco for ages 4 to 11

The Christmas Shopping Fair

6th-8th December 2024

Venue: Westpoint Exeter

Website: www.christmasshoppingfayre.com

Fair with gift ideas, Santa's Grotto and Christmas items - see the website for details

Theatre & Cinema

BRNC Christmas 2024

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: The Flavel,

Website: www.theflavel.org.uk

concert for all the family with fun, laughter and sing-along songs as well as interactive games and activitiees

Christmas Craft and Shopping Fayre

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: The Beehive

Website: www.beehivehoniton.co.uk

Support your local businesses and crafters at this event

Christmas Market at The Big Sheep

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: The Big Sheep

Website: www.thebigsheep.co.uk

Indoor market with stalls of local food and drink, festive craft and handmade treasures

Christmas Market in Brixham

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: The Scala, Brixham town hall

Website: www.brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk

Indoor shopping for Christmas gifts

Christmas with the Cathedral Choir

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: Exeter Cathedral

Website: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk

Carol concert

Dartington Christmas Makers Fayre

7th-8th December 2024

Venue: Dartington hall

Website: www.missivyevents.co.uk

Weekend gathering of makers and designers as well as local choirs and seasonal food and drink, Santa's Grott (booking required) and family craft activties. See the website for full line-up

Dartington Crystal's Father Christmas and Family Activity Weekend

7th-8th December 2024

Venue: Dartington crystal

Website: www.dartington.co.uk

Day of festive fun with creative Christmas activities, live music, food and Santa's Grotto

Family Lantern Making Workshop

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: Exeter Phoenix

Website: www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Work together to craft a simple willow and paper lantern

Festive Craft Workshops

7th-8th December 2024

Venue: Affinity Devon

Website: www.affinitydevon.com

7th December - Festive Holly Leaf Craft Workshop form 11am to 3pm, 8th December - The North Pole Express (based on The Polar Express story) from 11am to 4pm, 14th December - Slime Workshop form 11am to...

Theatre & Cinema

Greendale Christmas Cirus

7th December-4th January 2025

Venue: Greendale Farm Shop

Website: www.thechristmascircus.com

This family friendly circus event promises a delightful blend of traditional circus acts and holiday themed entertainment, perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit. Take your family and friends for...

Theatre & Cinema

Santa's Christmas Crackers

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: Teignmouth Pavilions

Website: www.pavilionsteignmouth.org.uk

fun, festive, musical adventure particularly suitable for 2 to 8 year olds with the chance to meet Father Crhistams and a specially wrapped present from him after the show

Sea Watch Saturday

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: Wembury Point

Website: www.devonwildlifetrust.org

Monthly sea watch where you will be joined by local volunteers and experts who will show to search for cetaceans and sea birds from the land as well as learning about their behaviour and fascinating lives...

Tis The Season at Torquay Museum Christmas Fair

7th-7th December 2024

Venue: Torquay Museum

Website: www.torquaymuseum.org

Stalls with handmade, high-quality, local crafts and products, gourmet treats and unique gifts, school choir carolers and Christmassy crafting

Barnstaple Ladies Choir Christmas Carol Performance

8th-8th December 2024

Venue: Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/devon/arlington-court-and-the-national-trust-carriage-museum

Carol performance in the staircase hall at 3:30pm

Theatre & Cinema

Beauty and the Beast

8th-8th December 2024

Venue: RHS Rosemoor

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor

Pantomime performance of the classic fairytale from Wonder Productions

Christmas Lights in aid of the RNLI

8th-8th December 2024

Venue: Clovelly

Website: www.clovelly.co.uk

Christmas light switch on with entertainment, carols, refreshments and fireworks. Proceeds go to the RNLI

Fort Stamford's Christmas Fayre

8th-8th December 2024

Venue: Fort Stamford Health and Fitness

Website: www.fortstamford.co.uk

Over 60 stalls of art, craft and gift goodies. Free entry for all

Santa Fun Run

8th-8th December 2024

Venue: Barbican and Sutton Harbour

Website: www.plymouthsantafunrun.co.uk

fun even raising funds for Jeremiah's Journey and Shekinah

Tavistock Christmas Festival

8th-8th December 2024

Venue: Pannier Market, Butchers Hall and Bedford Square

Website: www.missivyevents.co.uk

Artisan and gift market, local choirs, festive rides

Lydia Bailys' Baby Bees Sensory Sessions

9th-9th December 2024

Venue: Greendale Farm Shop and Café

Website: www.greendale.com/events

Explore a Christmas story through song and play - 3 sessions are available. Farm shop open as usual for a coffee and explore of the animals

Christmas Carols at Stover

10th-10th December 2024

Venue: Stover Country Park

Website: www.devon.gov.uk/stovercountrypark

Take a candle and join in the festivities

Tavistock Mobile Museum

10th-10th December 2024

Venue: Butchers Hall, Tavistock

Website: www.tavistock.gov.uk/events

See the latest display from Tavistock Mobile Museum - free

Theatre & Cinema

A Christmas Carol

11th-11th December 2024

Venue: Exmouth Pavilion

Website: www.exmouthpavilion.co.uk

Festive treat for all ages based on the Charles Dickens festive story

Christmas Jumper DIY Workshop

11th-11th December 2024

Venue: The Plough Arts Centre

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

For ages 8 to 18. Create embellishments for your Christmas jumper in advance of Save The Children's annual Christmas Jumper Day

Theatre & Cinema

Beauty and the Beast

12th-31st December 2024

Venue: Queen's Theatre

Address: Barnstaple

Website: www.queenstheatre-barnstaple.com

Pantomime performance of the classic story

Icescape Westpoint

12th December-5th January 2025

Venue: Westpoint Exeter

Website: https://westpoint.icetickets.co.uk

Undercover ice rink

Theatre & Cinema

Beauty and the Beast

13th-14th December 2024

Venue: Seaton Gateway Theatre

Website: www.gatewaytheatre.co.uk

Production of the classic story from Wonder Pantomimes

Bicton Christmas Craft Fair

13th-13th December 2024

Venue: Bicton Gardens

Website: www.bictongardens.co.uk

Over 25 local crafts stalls, Budleigh male voice choir singing carols, Christmas light display in the garden centre

Exmouth Christmas Village Market

13th-17th December 2024

Venue: Exmouth

Website: www.facebook.com/exmouthchristmasvillage

80 stalls, live music, video DJ, choir, Exmouth Time band, Deaf Academy Crafts

Theatre & Cinema

Jack and the Beanstalk

13th December-4th January 2025

Venue: Princess Theatre Torquay

Website: www.atgtickets.com/venues/princess-theatre

Production transporting you to the world of magic beans, a majestic castle in the clouds and a walking, talking and rather bad-tempered Giant. Relaxed perfromance on 2nd January 2025

Mini Wooden Christmas Wreath Workshop

13th-13th December 2024

Venue: Pom Stitch Tassel

Website: www.pomstitchtassel.co.uk

Paint, decorate and personalise your own mini wooden wreath - for ages 5+

Theatre & Cinema

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

13th December-11th January 2025

Venue: Theatre Royal Plymouth

Website: www.theatreroyal.com

Pantomime brought to life with comedy, sensational song and dance numbers, costumes and stunning scenery. Accessible performance available on selected dates

Zooluminate

13th December-4th January 2025

Venue: Dartmoor Zoo

Website: www.dartmoorzoo.co.uk

Experience a magical, wintery and festive walk around the site taking in a series of beautiful light installations

Affinity Christmas Indoor Market

14th-14th December 2024

Venue: Affinity Devon

Website: www.affinitydevon.com

Week long Christmas market showcasing gifting ideas and produce from local suppliers

Animated Christmas Card Workshop

14th-14th December 2024

Venue: Exeter Phoenix

Website: www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Use 2D cut out animation to bring to life your very own digital Christmas card - for 7 to 14 year olds

Theatre & Cinema

Beauty and the Beast

14th-14th December 2024

Venue: The Big Sheep

Website: www.thebigsheep.co.uk

Funny, pop-up pantomime of the classic story from IKProductions

Bring a Friend for free this Christmas

14th-19th December 2024

Venue: Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/arlington-court-and-the-national-trust-carriage-museum

Any member with a valid membership or visitor who pays full entry is welcome to bring a friend for free between 14th to 20th December

Theatre & Cinema

Christmas Sing Along Concert

14th-14th December 2024

Venue: Watermark Theatre, Ivybridge

Website: www.ivybridgewatermark.ticketsolve.com

Concert for all the family presented by the Concert Band of Britannia Royal Naval College with fun, laughter, performances and interactive games and activities

Festive Family Day at Royal William Yard

14th-14th December 2024

Venue: Royal William Yard

Website: www.royalwilliamyard.com/christmas

day of Christmas merriment with free festive craftint for children/ Enjoy carols and Christmas tunes from a barbershop choir

Flavel Christmas Fair 2024

14th-14th December 2024

Venue: The Flavel

Website: www.theflavel.org.uk

High quality craft and produce stalls, balloon magic and more

Theatre & Cinema

PYT Christmas Extravaganza

14th-14th December 2024

Venue: The Plough Arts Centre

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

Family friendly evening of wonderful wintery and Christms inspired performances by all of the PYT groups

Santa Fun Run

14th-14th December 2024

Venue: Things Happen Here, Dartington

Website: www.dynamicadventurescic.co.uk

Family friendly run dressed in fancy dress - kids go free

Viking Cooking

14th-17th December 2024

Venue: Buckland Abbey

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/buckland-abbey

Living history display bringing the Abbey to life with cooking taking place at times throughout the day

Theatre & Cinema

Winterwood

14th December-5th January 2025

Venue: Theatre Alibi

Website: www.theatrealibi.co.uk

Go and visit Winterwood for a special seasonal treat; enter a magical, pine tree filled, snowy land. Explore the gingerbread shop, the Ever-After Emporium, and much, much more. Meet the extraordinary characters...

Theatre & Cinema

Around The World In 80 Sleighs

15th-15th December 2024

Venue: The Box

Website: www.theboxplymouth.com

Festive spectacular incorporating the traditions of a range of different countries through music and song

Theatre & Cinema

Dayzee and the World of Tomorrow

15th-28th December 2024

Venue: Exeter Phoenix

Website: www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

21st festive show from Quirk Theatre and Exeter Phoenix. Join Dayzee and her dad in the not-so-far-off future where bicycles fly, flies talk and mangrove forests sing. A festive treat for all ages

Rosemoor Live

15th-15th December 2024

Venue: RHS Rosemoor

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor

Festive afternoon of carol singing

Theatre & Cinema

Step Into Christmas

15th-15th December 2024

Venue: Exmouth Pavilion

Website: www.exmouthpavilion.co.uk

Christms themed show performed by Centre Stage and Centre Stage Juniors

The Exeter Nativity

15th-15th December 2024

Venue: Exeter Cathedral

Website: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk

Free to attend retelling of the Nativity

Theatre & Cinema

The Elves and the Shoemaker

17th-24th December 2024

Venue: Barnfield Theatre

Website: www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

Brand new version of the beloved fairytale from Exeter Northcott Theatre and Paddleboat Theatre Company

Totnes Lantern Parade

17th-17th December 2024

Venue: Totnes

Website: www.visittotnes.co.uk

Lantern procession to light up the streets - see website for details

Theatre & Cinema

David Mynne presents 'A Christmas carol'

18th-19th December 2024

Venue: The Plough Arts Centre

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

One person show based on the Charles Dickens festive story

Exmouth Christmas Village Events

18th-23rd December 2024

Venue: Exmouth

Website: www.facebook.com/exmouthchristmasvillage

Carols, community showcase, comedy night, Christmas quiz and more

Family Late: Starry Starry Night

20th-20th December 2024

Venue: The Box

Website: www.theboxplymouth.com

explore the galleries after hours, listen to some star filled stories, enjoy some night sky themed crafts and dance along to Christmas hits. Santa will be popping in to say hello

Gingerbread House Workshops

20th-20th December 2024

Venue: Castle Drogo

Website: www.pomstitchtassel.co.uk

Take home a finished Gingerbread house - for ages 5+

Theatre & Cinema

The Grinch

20th-20th December 2024

Venue: Ullacombe Christmas Barns Cinema Nights

Website: www.ullacombefarm.co.uk

Screening of the classic Christmas film in the barn with refreshments available

Theatre & Cinema

The Snow Queen

20th-20th December 2024

Venue: The Beehive

Website: www.beehivehoniton.co.uk

Magical story from Theatrix Arts performing through puppets, changing scenery, music and sound effects. Then meet the puppets and create your very own puppet of a character from the show

Christmas Holidays at The Big Sheep

21st-31st December 2024

Venue: The Big Sheep

Website: www.thebigsheep.co.uk

Winter admission includes mega indoor play zone, sensory room and the opportunity to grab a festive snack and dirnk. Indoor play only - no rides, animals or shows

Christmas Jumper Workshop

21st-21st December 2024

Venue: Pom Stitch Tassel

Website: www.pomstitchtassel.co.uk

Create your own Christmas Jumper workshop - suitable for age 5+

Theatre & Cinema

Cinderella

21st December-1st January 2024

Venue: Exmouth Pavilion

Website: www.exmouthpavilion.co.uk

Pantomime performance of the classic story

Theatre & Cinema

Elf

21st-21st December 2024

Venue: Ullacombe Christmas Barns Cinema Nights

Website: www.ullacombefarm.co.uk

Screening of the classic Christmas film in the barn with refreshments available

Elf Hunt in Soft Play

21st-22nd December 2024

Venue: Ocean

Website: www.oceanexmouth.co.uk

Hunt for elves around the soft play frame throughout the play session

Festival Carol Service

21st-21st December 2024

Venue: Buckfast Abbey

Website: www.buckfast.org.uk

Sequence of readings, traditional Christmas carols and choral music sung by the Abbey Choir

Play in a day - The Snow Queen

21st-21st December 2024

Venue: The Plough @ St Anne's Barnstaple

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

Process led, create theatre making day for 8 to 16 year olds with a sharing performance for friends and family at the end of the day. Booking essential

Sewing Workshop

21st-21st December 2024

Venue: Pom Stitch Tassel

Website: www.pomstitchtassel.co.uk

Create your own hot water bottle cover and learn how to use and be confident on a sewing machine

Theatre & Cinema

Sleeping Beauty

21st December-5th January 2025

Venue: Palace Theatre Paignton

Website: www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk

Performance of the classic story from the Paignton Panto Productions

Theatre & Cinema

The Muppets Christmas Carol - Onesie Party

21st-21st December 2024

Venue: The Plough Arts Centre

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

Visitors are invited to arrive in their onesies/Christmas jumper and watch the classic film

Theatre & Cinema

The Three Musketeers

21st-21st December 2024

Venue: Kingskerswell village Hall

Website: www.southdevonplayers.com

Performance of the classic story from the South Devon Players

Snow Globe

22nd-22nd December 2024

Venue: Affinity Devon

Website: www.affinitydevon.com

Immerse yourself in the Winter Wonderland with the free indoor Snow Globe

Theatre & Cinema

The Polar Express

22nd-23rd December 2024

Venue: Ullacombe Christmas Barns Cinema Nights

Website: www.ullacombefarm.co.uk

Screening of the classic Christmas film in the barn with refreshments available

Gingerbread Workshops

23rd-23rd December 2024

Venue: Pom Stitch Tassel

Website: www.pomstitchtassel.co.uk

2 different sessions - make and decorate a gingerbread wreath (age 7+) or Gingerbread Family and Scene (ages 2 to 6)

Reindeer Food Activity in soft play

23rd-23rd December 2024

Venue: Ocean

Website: www.oceanexmouth.co.uk

Enjoy 90 minutes of play followed by a magical 30 minute session creating a festive bag of reindeer food

Its Snowtime - Christmas Eve Party

24th-24th December 2024

Venue: Ocean

Website: www.oceanexmouth.co.uk

Live entertainment with the in-house entertainers - interactive games, surprises, goody bag and festive treats

Boxing Day Barbecue

26th-26th December 2024

Venue: Clovelly Harbour

Website: www.clovelly.co.uk

BBQ with live music

Theatre & Cinema

Paddington in Peru

27th-28th December 2024

Venue: The Plough Arts Centre

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

Screening of the new and much awaited Paddington sequel

Theatre & Cinema

Beauty and the Beast

30th December-2nd January 2025

Venue: Barnfield Theatre

Website: www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

Production of the classic story from Wonder Pantomimes

New Years Eve Play

31st-31st December 2024

Venue: Ocean Exmouth

Website: www.oceanexmouth.co.uk

Evening of fun, music and soft play

New Year's Day

1st-1st January 2025

Venue: Coleton Fishacre

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/coleton-fishacre

Take in the sea views from the garden, snap up treats from the shop in the Christmas sale and soak up the festive decorations in the house

Theatre & Cinema

Puss In Boots

3rd-11th January 2025

Venue: Shaftesbury Theatre

Website: www.shaftesbury-dawlish.co.uk

Annual family performance with laughter, magic and heartwarming moments for all ages from Dawlish Repertory Company

Theatre & Cinema

The Last Baguette present 'A Winter's Tail' (ideal for 2 to 7 years

4th-4th January 2025

Venue: The Plough Arts Centre

Website: www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

Relaxed play-along theatre adventure for ages 2 to 7 and their grown ups with younger and older siblings welcome

Mummers Play and Wassail

5th-5th January 2025

Venue: Buckland Abbey

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/buckland-abbey

Take part in the annual tradition to bless orchards to ensure a good harvest for the year to come

Luxmarlis Times

7th-11th January 2025

Venue: Exeter Cathedral

Website: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk

Sound and light experience featuring dazzling light, dynamic soundscapes and multiple project installations

Theatre & Cinema

The Three Musketeers

10th-10th January 2025

Venue: Barnfield Theatre

Website: www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

Swashbuckling adventure adapted from the classic novel performed by a team of professional actors aged 11 to 65 from around South Devon

Theatre & Cinema

Beauty and the Beast

12th-12th January 2025

Venue: Palace Theatre Paignton

Website: www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk

Production of the classic story from Wonder Pantomimes

Theatre & Cinema

The Dreamer

14th-15th January 2025

Venue: Exeter Phoenix

Website: www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Magic show from James Phelan

Theatre & Cinema

The Three Musketeers

17th-17th January 2025

Venue: Torquay Royal Lyceum Theatre

Website: www.southdevonplayers.com

Performance of the classic story from the South Devon Players

Theatre & Cinema

Swan Lake

26th-26th January 2025

Venue: Princess Theatre Torquay

Website: www.atgtickets.com/venues/princess-theatre

Performance of the world's most popular ballet

Theatre & Cinema

The Pirate Princess

29th January-1st February 2025

Venue: The Institute, Ottery St May

Website: www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/ottery-st-mary/the-institute/the-pirate-princess

Pantomime of swashbuckling fun and adventure with songs, action and laughter from Ottery Community Theatre

Theatre & Cinema

Rapunzel

6th-8th February 2025

Venue: Broadclyst Victory Hall

Website: www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/exeter/broadclyst-victory-hall/rapunzel-the-panto

Pantomime performance of the classic fairytale from Broadclyst Theatre Group

Theatre & Cinema

Protest

5th-9th March 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal Plymouth

Website: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/protest/

For ages 7+. Running is Alice’s happy place – you might even say it’s in her DNA. She’s the best runner at her school but is struggling to prove her worth. Jade is slowly coming to realise that...

Acts of Gathering

Venue: Eden Project

Website: www.edenproject.com

Exhibition bringing together a number of artworks that celebrate and interrogate the nature of food culture in a rapidly changing world, inviting us to consider the ceremony and symbolism that shape our...

Adventures in Purbeck Family Quest

Venue: Corfe Castle

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/corfe-castle

Find all the hidden quest boards in the castle and note down the ansers in the booklet

Antony A to Z

Venue: Antony

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/antony

Pick up your activity card to find an object around the house and garden for every letter of the alphabet and challenge your friends and family to see who can complete their list quickest

Antony Gormley's Time Horizon

Venue: Houghton Hall

Website: www.houghtonhall.com

Large scale installations featuring 100 lifesize scultures distributed across 300 acres of the park

Autumn Apple Trail

Venue: Lydford Gorge

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/lydford-gorge

Follow the trail around the orchard to get stuck into some apple activities

Autumn Spotter Trail

Venue: Knightshayes

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/knightshayes

Pick up an Autumn Spotter Trail and go on an adventure around the gardens and parkland. See if you can find all of the colours on the colour wheel and match the leaves you find on the Autumn leaves guide....

Autumnfest celebrations at Arlington Court

Venue: Arlington Court and the National Carriage Museum

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/devon/arlington-court-and-the-national-trust-carriage-museum

Discover displays around the grounds, visitor reception, tea rooms and gardens, as they celebrate the autumn colour. Family crafting and activities

BEAR HUNT SCULPTURE TRAIL

Venue: Various locations in North Devon

Website: www.chsw.org.uk/event/bear-hunt-sculpture-trail

Find 25 5 foot bears painted by a local artist around Bideford, Barnstaple, Great Torrington and Ilfracombe. Use the Bear Hunt app or download the trail map and make a donation to support Children's Hospice...

Beneath the Waves

Venue: West Bay Discovery Centre

Address: West Bay

Website: www.westbaydiscovercentre.org.uk

Pop-up exhibition where visitors can discover the history of fishing locally, the hidden world beneath our water and how local marine life is being protected

Outdoor Events

Big Schools' Birdwatch

Address: Everywhere

Website: www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/ for-teachers/schools-birdwatch/

Count birds in your school grounds and submit results online. See the website for helpful ID resources

Bing Activity Trail

Venue: Newquay Zoo

Website: www.newquayzoo.org.uk

Follow Bing's fun activity trail to learn about the animal in the Zoo and help the zookeepers complete their checklist

CHINESE ZODIAC TRAIL

Venue: Torquay Museum

Address: 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay,

Website: www.torquaymuseum.org.uk

Find all the Zodiac animals around the Museum

Cocomelon Song Time

Venue: Sea Life Great Yarmouth

Website: www.visitsealife.com/great-yarmouth

Join JJ and all the little ones from Melon Patch Academy to meet incredible animals and discover how to keep them safe in the oceans and find the missing words to complete the exclusive SEA Life song

Dame Magdalene Odundo at Houghton Hall

Venue: Houghton Hall

Website: www.houghtonhall.com

Exhibition showcase existing and new works spanning Odundo's 30 year career

Discover Sharklife

Venue: Sealife Hunstanton

Website: www.visitsealife.com/hunstanton

Fun activitiy trail and challenges throughout the aquarium, enjoy visual games

Easter

Easter Activities at World of Country Life

Time: 1080624:00

Venue: World of Country Life

Address: West Down Lane, Sandy Bay, Exmouth

Website: https://www.worldofcountrylife.co.uk/event/easter-holiday-family-fun/

Special Easter arts and craft sessions, Easter Egg Trail as well as their programme of daily activities and play areas

Fairies and Dragons Trail

Venue: The Garden House

Address: Pound Road, Buckland Monachorum, Yelverton

Website: www.thegardenhouse.org.uk

Sport the woodland fairies and friendly dragons hidden around the garden.

Theatre & Cinema

Fantazy

Venue: Babbacombe Theatre

Website: www.babbacombe-theatre.com

Variety show with comedy, illusion, vocalists and dance

Outdoor Events

Follow the Sensory Trail at Seaton Wetlands

Venue: Seaton Wetlands

Website: https://eastdevon.gov.uk/wildeastdevon/wild-east-devon-events/february-2023/follow-the-sensory-trail-at-seaton-wetlands/

New sensory trail - follow the trail and each board highlights an activity to help you connect to nature

Garden Trail of Heritage Camelias and Rhododendrons

Venue: The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Website: www.heligan.com

Experience the awakening of the collection of historic shrubs and explore the National Collection of Camelias and Rhodoendrons

Guess Who Adoption Donkey Trail

Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Slade House Farm, Sidmouth

Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/events

Put your knowledge about the Sanctuary's adoption to the test in their new summer trail combining fun, exercise and brainpower - £5 per trail. Open daily until 9am, general admission and parking is free....

Hide and Sheep AR trail

Venue: Powderham Castle,

Address: Kenton, Nr Exeter

Website: www.powderham.co.uk

Explore this historic Estate with an Augmented Reality Trail. See the website for details on how to access the app before arrival

Hollywood Rome Trail

Venue: Torquay Museum

Website: 530 Babbacombe Road, Torquay

Explore the Hollywood Rome: Reel Life in the Ancient World exhibition and fill out the trail sheet. Also take part in an activity sheet called My Favourite Roman.

I Am The Seed That Grew The Tree Exhibition

Venue: Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

Address: Arlington, Nr Barnstaple

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/arlington-court-and-the-national-trust-carriage-museum

Outdoor exhibition with nature scenes and poems for every month of the year

Ice Skating at Eden Project

Venue: Eden Project

Website: www.edenproject.com

Ice rink with bookable sessions for all ages and abilities including ice-play for toddlers and special sessions for families

Indoor Activities

INCREDIBLE INSTRUMENTS TRAIL

Venue: Torquay Museum

Address: Torquay Museum, 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, TQ1 1HG.

Website: www.torquaymuseum.org/events

Explore the Made To Be Played: A Festival of Musical Instruments exhibition and answer the questions on your trail sheet and get a prize on completion.

LAMB FEEDING AND LAMBING LIVE

Venue: Church Farm Stow Bardolph

Address: Lynn Road, Stow Bardolph

Website: www.churchfarmstowbardolph.co.uk

See the new lambs as well as lots of other baby animals being born during the spring

Mail Trail 2023

Venue: Various locations across Exmouth

Website: www.hospiscare.co.uk/events/mail-trail-2023

Find over 40 decorated postboxes with maps available in aid of Hospiscare

Making The Rounds: Stories of Workhouse Nurses Told In Textiles

Venue: Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse

Website: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk

Family friendly exhibition taking a look at the long history of our relationship with dinosaurs with detailed models alongside memorabilia and fossils and specimens from their own collections

Marvellous Minibeasts Trail

Venue: Kingston Lacy

Address: Wimborne

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dorset/kingston-lacy

Wander the woodland to find out where the minibeasts live, eat and sleep around Kingston Lacy and try the minibeast themed activities along the woodland walk from 9:30 to 4:30pm

Mini Keeper Quiz

Venue: Paradise Park

Website: www.paradisepark.org.uk

Do the quiz, test your knowledge and once completed claim your special badge

New Exhibition - Going Mobile

Venue: PK Porthcurno

Website: www.pkporthcurno.com

Exhibition on the 40 year history of the mobile phone

Norfolk and Norwich Festival

Venue: Various locations

Website: www.nnfestival.org.uk

Arts and cultural festival - see the website for more details

Orchard Fortnight

Venue: Killerton

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/killerton

Learn how the Killerton team manage a traditional orchard to reverse the decline in nature, follow an orchard trail, pick your own apples and play games. Demonstrations of apple pressing

Paddington TM The Story of A Bear

Venue: Torre Abbey

Address: The King's Drive, Torquay

Website: www.torre-abbey.org.uk

Touring exhibition from the British Library with books, documents, film clips and original artwork and more associated events to be announced

Read to a Dog

Session to encourage children and teenagers to read - book onto a session with Rafa who has been assessed and is registered with Pets as Therapy.

Red Squirrel Ramble Quiz

Venue: Paradise Park

Address: Hayle

Website: www.paradisepark.org.uk

Discover what makes them unique, who shares their habitat and the Park's role in breeding them for reintroduction into the wild. Complete the quiz and claim your chocolate reward

Easter

Rediscover Church - Family Easter Trail - Cranbrook

Venue: Younghayes Centre

Address: Cranbrook

Website: https://www.rediscoverchurch.com/cranbrook-eastertrail

Organised by Rediscover Church and starting and ending at the Younghayes Centre.  Free to take part but booking essential.

Remedies, Reasons and Resilience

Venue: Torre Abbey

Website: www.torre-abbey.org.uk/whats-on

Exhibition exploring what wellbeing means to individuals

RETRO GAMES: A GAMING JOURNEY FROM ARCADE TO ZX SPECTRUM

Venue: Time and Tide Museum

Address: Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life, Blackfriars’ Road, Great Yarmouth, NR30 3BX.

Website: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk/timetide/ whats-on/retro-games

Exhibition charting the rise of computer gaming from 80s to the present day with the chance to play games using vintage and contemporary technology.

ROYAL RESIDENTS FAMILY QUEST

Venue: Corfe Castle

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/corfe-castle

Explore the ruins to learn about the royal residents of Corfe Castle. Answer the questions to earn your castle siege coin.

Spirit of Sanctuary Winter Trail

Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Slade House Farm, Sidmouth

Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/events

Discover the true spirit of the sanctuary in their wonderful winter trail. Find your donkey spirit word this winter. This entertaining family activity combines fun, exercise and brainpower and is just...

Spring Afternoon Tea

Venue: Assembly House

Website: www.assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk

Themed afternoon tea experience - see website for details

Spring Wildlife Hunt

Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Slade House Farm, Sidmouth

Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk

Spot the wildlife that has thrived thanks to the stewardship of the land, aided by the donkeys. Seek out some of the many species by finding the wildlife boards located around the sanctuary and matching...

Spring's Blossoming at Blickling Estate

Venue: Blickling Estate

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/norfolk/blickling-estate

Celebration of spring flowers, birds and blossom with a family trail and other ways to explore spring in the House

Outdoor Events

Stories of Sanctuary Spirit Trail

Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary

Address: The Donkey Sanctuary, Slade House Farm, Sidmouth,

Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk

Uncover the spirit of the sanctuary in their wonderful winter trail. Reveal your donkey spirit word this winter. This entertaining family activity combines fun, exercise and brainpower and is just £5...

Sublime Symmetry: The Mathematics Behind De Morgan's Ceramic Designs

Venue: Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM)

Address: Queen Street, Exeter

Website: www.rammuseum.org.uk

Exhibition investigating the use of mathematical principles in William De Morgan's beautiful ceramic designs

Superhero Insect Trail

Venue: Torquay Museum

Website: 531 Babbacombe Road, Torquay

Wherever you find them, insects are carrying out vital jobs that make healthy ecosystems and help us by pollinating our food and cleaning up our environment. Follow the Superhero trail of these incredible...

Swannery Cygnets Hatching

Venue: Abbotsbury Swannery

Address: New Barn Road, Abbotsbury, Weymouth

Website: www.abbotsburytickets.co.uk

See the cygnets hatch and take their first steps from dozens of nests across the Swannery. Explore the Swannery and witness the unique sight of the fluffy cygnets

The Map That Led Me To You Reading/Workshop With Ella McLeod

Venue: Bude Library

Website: www.budelitfest.co.uk

Part of Bude Literary Festival. Join the author discussing their epic and ambitious fantasy about freedom, love and home - advised for ages 8+

The Moon: Meet Our Nearest Neighbour

Venue: Lynn Museum

Website: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk

Moon themed exhibition wher eyou can discover the science and mythology behind our nearest neighbour, find out about historic discovery and exploration and encounter astonishing astonish objects incluidng...

The Secret Book Quest

Venue: Torbay Libraries

Website: www.torbaylibraries.org.uk

Reading Challenge. Receive a booklet to complete as well as a certificate when 25, 50 and 100 books have been read. Free to take part. Visit the website to find out more about occasional special events.

THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA EXHIBITION

Venue: Shire Hall Museum

Address: High West Street, Dorchester

Website: www.shirehalldorset.org/events

New exhibition celebrating the work of Judith Kerr with original artwork, notes and sketches

The Wizard of Oz Afternoon Tea at The Assembly House

Venue: Assembly House

Address: Norwich

Website: www.assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk

Themed afternoon tea experience - see website for details

THIRSTY FOR FASHION EXHIBITION

Venue: Killerton

Address: Broadclyst

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/killerton

Exhibition exploring circular fashion from the 18th Century to the present day highlighting the techniques used to repair and reuse clothing throughout history

Travelling Trees Trail

Venue: Greenway

Address: Galmpton,

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/greenway

Discover the trees of Greenway in this family oriented self-led trail

Under The Autumn Leaves Trail

Venue: Coleton Fishacre

Address: Brownstone Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth,

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coleton-fishacre

Step among the trees and listen to the sounds of nature in this autumn trail.

Vineyard Nature Trail

Venue: Sandridge Barton,

Address: Stoke Gabriel

Website: www.sandridgebarton.com

Family friendly nature trail set on the edge of the River Dart

Winter Fun at Woodlands

Venue: Woodlands

Address: Woodlands, Blackawton, Totnes,

Website: www.woodlandspark.com

Indoor areas and selected rides open

Winter Sculpture Exhbition

Venue: RHS Rosemoor

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor

Return of the annual exhibition with sculptures situated round the grounds

Outdoor Events

ZOG ACTIVITY TRAIL

Venue: Haldon Forest Park

Address: Bullers Hill, nr Exeter

Website: www.forestryengland.uk/haldon-forest-park

Brand new family activity trail and free app. See website for details

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