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What’s on
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December
North Devon in Photographs
9.30am - 5pm, Mon - Sat at the
Museum of Barnstaple and North
Devon. Exhibition of selected entries
from the ever popular competition
for both experienced and budding
photographers, aiming to capture the
essence of northern Devon.
A Victorian Christmas
6.30 - 8.30pm at Barnstaple Pannier
Market. Enjoy some old world
entertainment at the town’s historic
market. Visit Santa, fill up on some hot
food and join in with a traditional carol
service. Call Becky at Barnstaple Town
Council on 01271 373311 for more info.
“Tree o’clock” : Tree planting
world record attempt
10am at Yeo Valley Community
Woodland, Barnstaple. Be part of the
BBC’s Breathing Places world record
attempt to plant a million trees across
Britain in an hour. Bring along a garden
spade and wear sturdy shoes! Contact
Andrew on 01271 388323 or email
parks@northdevon.gov.uk for info.
RNLI Christmas Cracker
11am - 4pm at the Landmark Theatre,
Ilfracombe. Don’t miss this fun day
with stalls full of Christmas gift ideas,
decorations, cards and food to buy.
There will also be competitions,
refreshments, RNLI souvenirs, Santa’s
grotto, choirs, and raffles. Free entry.
Christmas Markets
10am - 4pm, Barnstaple Pannier Market.
Grab yourself a unique gift and enjoy
the festive atmosphere. The children can
visit Santa in his grotto while you are
entertained by local singer Sophie Parry.
Late Night Shopping
9am - 4pm, Barnstaple Pannier Market.
Get in some last minute shopping - from
fresh sprouts to unique gifts, there’s
something for everyone.
Taw & Torridge Stamp Club
7.30pm, Castle Hall, Castle Street,
Barnstaple. Christmas Evening - Mini-
Auction and The Committee Entertains.
All welcome, including beginners. Call
Andrew on 01271 329762 for more info.
Christmas Treasure Hunt
10.30am - 3pm at Bicclescombe Park.
Follow clues around the park to find the
treasure. Visit Santa in his grotto and
enjoy festive arts and crafts.
All activities are free. Call 01271 388326
or email parks@northdevon.gov.uk
for more information.
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January
Tree planting at Yeo Valley Woodland
10am, meet at Silverwood Heights
entrance. Wear waterproof clothing and
sturdy footwear, bring a packed lunch
and drink. Call 01271 388326 or email
parks@northdevon.gov.uk for more info.
Winter Ramble
10.30am, meet at Hunters Inn NT car
park, Heddon’s Mouth. 5 mile walk
as part of the North Devon Ramblers
Festival of Winter Walks. Bring a snack.
Tel: 01271 863727 for more info.
“What’s Plantlife All About”
7pm at the Castle Centre, Barnstaple.
Illustrated talk by Becky House of
Plantlife International. Find out about
South West plant life and traditional
plant uses. Donation of £2.50 to local
group funds.
Help a Ranger for a Day
Minibus pickup from Minehead,
Dulverton and Lynmouth areas by
arrangement. Carry out practical
conservation work with an Exmoor
National Park Ranger. Wear old clothes
and sturdy shoes, bring packed lunch.
U18’s to be accompanied by an adult.
Free to take part, call 07973 727469.
8th North Devon Open Art Show
Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon
and the Queen’s Theatre Gallery cafe.
Showcasing a wide range of new work
by selected artists.
Conservation Day
Practical conservation day at Swanpool
Marsh, Devon Wildlife Trust reserve
near Braunton. For further information
about the start time, tasks planned and
the parking/meeting arrangements call
Mary Breeds on 01271 817349 or email
mary_breeds@hotmail.com
Abba Mania
7.45pm at Queen’s Theatre, Barnstaple.
Experience the music of Abba performed
live on stage. Hear all the favourites
including Waterloo, Dancing Queen
and Voulez Vous. Tickets £16.50 (£15.50),
U16s £10, family of four £50 from the
box office, call 01271 324242 or visit
www.northdevontheatres.org
To include your community
events in the Spring edition
of North Devon Direct...
please contact Holly Webbe on
01271 388278 or email her at
holly.webbe@northdevon.gov.uk
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North Devon Sinfonia
7.30pm at St. Mary’s Church, Bideford.
Performance of Wagner: ‘Der
Meistersingers’ Overture, Strauss: Oboe
Concerto and Schubert: Symphony
No.9 - ‘The Great’. Tickets from the
box office on 01598 710434 or visit
www.northdevonsinfonia.org.uk
Tree planting at Yeo Valley Woodland
10am - meet at the Silverwood Heights.
Wear waterproof clothing and sturdy
footwear, bring a packed lunch and
drink. Call 01271 388326 for more info.
The Marine and Coastal Access Bill.
What Next
7pm at the Castle Centre, Barnstaple.
Richard White of Devon Wildlife Trust
talks about the work of the National
Wildlife Trust and our local Wildlife Trust,
to get the Bill through Parliament,
secure amendments to make it as
effective as possible. Donation of
£2.50 to local group funds.
Boogie Pete
2pm at the Landmark Theatre,
Ilfracombe. Join Pete Hillier from
CBeebies Boogie Beebies as he takes
to the stage with some dance moves,
magic, songs and silliness especially for
the little ones. Tickets £7.50, U16s £6.50
from the box office, call 01271 324242 or
visit www.northdevontheatres.org
Coppicing with the Devon Wildlife Trust
Work party at Devon Wildlife Trust
reserve near Barnstaple, Uppacott Wood.
Tasks will include coppicing. For further
information about start time, and the
parking/meeting arrangements call
Paul Madgett on 01271 812617 or
email madgett@hotmail.co.uk
Coastal Ramble
10.30am at Mortehoe car park. Six mile
walk with the North Devon Ramblers.
Bring a picnic. Call 01271 863727 for
more info.
Boogie Pete at
the Landmark
Theatre, Ilfracombe
Abba Mania at the
Queen’s Theatre, Barnstaple
The calendar is also available on our website at www.northdevon.gov.uk/whatson
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NORTH DEVON DIRECT WINTER 2009