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JANUARY 2012 |
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Sunday,
January 15th |
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Occombe Farm Wassailing
- 15.30 - 17.30hrs - Paignton.
Procession 4.45pm
Join a lantern-lit musical procession to the orchard to
scare bad spirits away and bring good luck.
Bring a torch, wellies, pans and spoons to make plenty
ofnoise! Be sure to bring a mug along and help yourself
from a bowl of apple juice. A glass jar making
workshop, mini toffee apples and other crafts will take
place followed by a procession.
Refreshments available to buy.
http://go.gomangointernet.com/trust/weblive_documents/jan-march2012.pdf
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Saturday/Sunday
January 14/15th |
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Introduction to
Hedgelaying - Occombe Farm
Learn the ancient art of hedgelaying under the
instruction of our Countryside Rangers – we will restore
a Devon hedge to put your new skills to practice.
Please bring lunch and suitable outdoor clothes.
Equipment provided.
Meet: Outside Café, Occombe Farm
Time: 9am – 4pm
Cost: Adults £30
Booking: Essential on 01803 606035
http://go.gomangointernet.com/trust/weblive_documents/jan-march2012.pdf1 |
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Saturday
January 28th |
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Antiques Fair at Newton
Abbot Racecourse
Who knows what you could find at our car boot sales and
antique fairs.
Throughout the year the racecourse hosts 22 car boot
sales on selected Sundays from
9.00am - 1.00pm, and at only £8 for a car or £12 for
vans and trailers a bargain in itself.
In addition there are 7 antique fairs on selected
Saturdays from 9.00am - 2.30pm. For a
relaxing day out, wander among the stalls and see what
treasures you can find.
For more information, please call 01626 353235.
http://www.newtonabbotracing.com/ |
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Sunday
January 29th |
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Glorious Game - Occombe Farm
Game - Devon is full of it.
With our high moors, lush valleys and woodland game is
plentiful.
Delicious healthy and often inexpensive, game can form a
glamorous and tasty centre piece to a special meal orprovide a cosy family evening stew, pies and even the
most succulent game puddings with a suet crust.
Flavoured with native herbs, scented with red wine
and olive oil, game in all its forms is a low fat and
tasty
alternative to chicken and beef.
Join us at Occombe for a celebration of wild Devon.
Learn to make game pies, traditional roast pheasant
with a thyme-scented pearl barley“risotto”, venison marinated
in herby red wine with wild mushrooms and a spectacular
game
pudding. Workshop led by Gabrielle Jackson, chef and
ex BBC producer of series including Rhodes around
Britain and Kitchen Chemistry.
Meet: Occombe Farm Cookery School
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: £60 to include lunch
Booking: Essential on 01803 606035
http://go.gomangointernet.com/trust/weblive_documents/jan-march2012.pdf |
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FEBRUARY 2012 |
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Thursday
February 9th |
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Ghost Tours - Dartmouth Castle
Enjoy a special ghost tour of Dartmouth Castle at night
led by historical characters. Explore every part of this
atmospheric site including the gun battery and it's maze
of spooky passages.
Hear tales of times gone by and beware of any unexpected visitors who may be lurking round the corner!
Times: 6.30pm - 7.30pm and 8.30pm to 9.30pm
Telephone: 0870 333 1183
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/family-ghost-toursdc-9-feb/
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Sunday
February 12th |
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Breadmaking for Beginners - Occombe Farm
Hot crusty white bread, deliciously seedy brown bread,
crispy pizza dough, flavoured bread sticks, gooey-in-the
middle cheese bread or loaves studded with vine fruits
eaten warm with lots of butter!
Wouldn’t it be great to offer family and guests
delicious, fresh, homemade breads free of additives and tasting oh so much better than most commercial loaves? These tasty, healthy additive-free breads can be easily and cheaply made at home using very few ingredients.
On this course we will show you how to make simple
basic breads which can be customised to suit your palate. We
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define exactly what bread is and demonstrate
easy, tasty recipes, some of which you can bake
without yeast for a super fast loaf. Workshop led
by Gabrielle Jackson, chef and ex BBC producer of
series including Rhodes around Britain and Kitchen
Chemistry.
During this workshop you will learn the basics of bread making yourself and go home with a basket of
delicious baked goods. It is also super satisfying - very good for
anyone
feeling stressed out after Christmas! Bread dough enjoys
a
good bashing!
Meet: Occombe Farm Cookery School
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: £60 to include lunch
Booking: Essential on 01803 606035
http://go.gomangointernet.com/trust/weblive_documents/jan-march2012.pdf
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Tuesday
February 14th |
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Beach Clean
At our Seashore Centre we are committed to keeping Torbay’s marine environment happy! Marine Litter has a devastating impact on marine life and kills over 1
million birds and 100,000 marine mammals each year.
If you would like to do something to help protect this
fragileenvironment, please come and join us for a beach clean. Part of the Sea Green Project, see
www.sea-school.org.uk for details.
Meet: The Seashore Centre, Goodrington
Time: 3pm – 5pm
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Saturday
February 18th |
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Jupiter, Mars and the Winter Sky
Enjoy a night under the glorious winter sky with
astronomer Chris Proctor. We will explore Venus,
Jupiter and Mars and sights including the Great Orion
Nebula and the Andromeda Galaxy, hot drink in
hand.
Wrap up well, it will be cold! If cloudy we will
enjoy a presentation in the visitor centre.
Meet: Berry Head Main Car Park
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Cost: Adults & Children £5
Booking: Essential on 01803 606035
http://go.gomangointernet.com/trust/weblive_documents/jan-march2012.pdf |
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MARCH 2012 |
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Sunday
March 18th |
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Newton Abbot Race Day
Newton Abbot is the leading summer jumping racecourse in
the UK.
Set in the rolling Devon countryside, you are guaranteed
great racing and great fun. Whether you want to see top
jump racing or just need a great business venue, we
promise an unforgettable experience in a stunning
setting.
March 18th is the first race day of the season -
please click on the link below for more dates and
information.
http://www.newtonabbotracing.com/images/pdfs/na_fixtures_list.pdf |
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Sunday
March 25th |
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Fabulous Cakes
Mmmm cakes! Great for any occasion – a family treat or
after dinner dessert, a way of celebrating a special
event
or simply great comfort food –nothing beats the home made varieties.
During this one day workshop you will make heavenly Chocolate Brownies, a traditional Simnel Cake
to celebrate Easter, a luscious Lemon Cake, and delicious Streusel Cupcakes – sour cream style with cinnamon topping, reminiscent of an American Coffee Cake.
Make sure you have hungry friends or family waiting at home, as you will leave with two 6 inch cakes plus brownies and cupcakes!
Workshop led by Lucy Croose – owner of home baking
business
Cake, Bakes & Coffee.
Meet: Occombe Farm Cookery School
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: £60 includes lunch
Booking: Essential on 01803 6060351
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Thursday
March 29th |
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Ghost Tours - Dartmouth Castle
Enjoy a special ghost tour of Dartmouth Castle at night
led by historical characters. Explore every part of this
atmospheric site including the gun battery and it's maze
of spooky passages.
Hear tales of times gone by and beware of any unexpected
visitors who may be lurking round the corner!
Times: 6.30pm - 7.30pm and 8.30pm to 9.30pm
Telephone: 0870 333 1183
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/family-ghost-toursdc-9-feb/ |
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Daily
March 31st-
April 15th |
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Anderton & Roland Fun Fair 2012 - Paignton
Green.
All the fun of the fair. Open from 2pm.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Anderton-And-Rowlands-Fun-Fair/166003786753088 |
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APRIL 2012 |
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Friday
April 6th - 9th |
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Torbay Easter Hockey Festival -
Annual competition between local and touring sides.
Once again we welcome to the English Riviera , the
Torbay Easter Hockey Festival.
Taking place at various pitches across the English
Riviera this yearly event is a great way to dust of
those winter cobwebs and get out in the fresh air!
Torbay Easter Hockey Festival is this year celebrating
it's 62nd Anniversary and continues with the generous
support of Torbay Council. They welcome hockey players
both old and new to join together in this splendid
scenic location to make this a very memorable event for
everyone.
They look forward to teams who have been the stalwarts
of the festival once more returning this year to battle
against old rivals. They welcome new teams who we hope
will challenge the old and engage their opposition with
skill and determination. Our focus has always been on
excellent competitive hockey played with true
sportsmanship. All games are played on astro pitches
with all facilities.
There are two trophies to be won: The Bill Stickles Cup
- for the most goals scored and our Fair Play Award -
The Redcliffe Cup offering challenges for all teams.
Come and join us in 2012 and compete in this friendly
Festival of hockey against Club sides from all over the
UK played in one of the most beautiful parts of Great
Britain, the English Riviera.
http://www.torbayhockeyfestival.org.uk/
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Good Friday |
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Easter Monday |
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Wednesday
April 18th - 21st |
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Sleuths! The English Riviera Festival of
Crime & Thriller Writing.
The English Riviera presents its fourth festival of
crime and thriller writing in the birthplace of the
world’s most widely-read crime writer, Dame Agatha
Christie.
Headlining the 2012 festival will be Colin Dexter,
creator of the Inspector Morse novels. 2012 sees the
25th anniversary of the first television adaptation of
Inspector Morse and it will be marked with a new one-off
drama, Endeavour, featuring a younger Morse, played by
Shaun Evans, in Oxford in 1965.
Also confirmed in the line up so far is Sophie Hannah,
whose critically acclaimed psychological thrillers have
recently been adapted for ITV drama. The first in the
series, Case Sensitive, was screened earlier this year.
The festival will include further author talks,
workshops and competitions.
http://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/sleuths-p766683#proxprodtype=attr |
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MAY 2012 |
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Friday
May 4th - 6th |
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ORDA Powerboat Racing - World Championships
Racing in the Bay
http://www.orda.co.uk/ |
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Saturday
May 5th - 6th |
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Brixham Pirate Festival - around the
harbour.
Live music, Games, Re-enactments, Skirmish on the Golden
Hind,
Record attempt, Fancy dress competition. Thousands of
pirates.
Come to watch or dress up and join in. Everyone is
welcome.
We held the Guinness world record in 2010 - 'Biggest
Gathering of Pirates' - 1744 Pirates on 2nd May.
http://www.brixhampiratefestival.co.uk/ |
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Friday
May 4th - 6th |
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BMAD Motorbike Festival - Paignton -
May Bank Holiday and every Wednesday night through
summer.
It started in 2002 with an idea by the founders of
Bikers Make A Difference - BMAD, Kelvin and Jane
Halloran. That idea was to have a social gathering of
bikers on Paignton Seafront in Devon. He wanted to raise
money for charity and have a good time as well. Which is
exactly what has happened.
Paignton Bike Night finally saw its birth in 2003 and
has gone on to become the longest running largest
regular social gathering of bikers in the South West of
England.
Each year on Paignton Seafront we regularly have a mile
of bikes parked side by side every Wednesday evening
from May to Sept.
http://www.bmad.co.uk/index.html
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Monday
May 7th |
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Early May Bank Holiday |
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Saturday
May 12th |
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8KM Thatchers Rock Race
Annual race organised by Torquay Rowing Club. Rowers of
all ages race from Haldon Pier to Thatcher Rock and
back.
http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/ |
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Sunday
May 13th |
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RACE FOR LIFE
Be one of 1800 women who will walk, jog or run 5k to
help Cancer Research UK smash the fundraising target of
£94,000.
Visit www.raceforlife.org and register today and help
support this event on the English Riviera
Have a great day out with your family and friends and
help more people beat cancer.
Race starts at 11am.
http://raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/ |
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Sunday
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2012 Olympic Torch Relay
As part of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route,
torchbearers will carry the Olympic Flame through
Paignton and Torquay on Sunday 20 May 2012.
A special welcome will be hosted on behalf of the
surrounding communities and residents are invited to
share in the excitement the relay will bring and
celebrate the achievements of the Torchbearers on day
two of its historic journey.
Paignton and Torquay are two of over 1,000 villages,
towns and cities announced by the London Organising
Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG)
through which the Olympic Flame will be carried by
Torchbearers during the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay,
which is presented by Coca-Cola, Lloyds TSB and
Samsung.
Torbay has strong links with the Olympics with the
sailing events of the 1948 Summer Olympics being held in
Torquay. The Olympic flame was brought from London to
Torre Abbey Meadows, and the closing ceremony was
observed by over 10,000 spectators.
The Olympic Torch Relay will shine a real spotlight on
the Bay and we are looking forward to giving it a
memorable welcome.
http://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/2012-olympic-torch-relay-
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JUNE 2012 |
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Saturday
June 2nd - 5th |
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Brixfest 2012
BrixFest 2012 is a 3 day festival that starts on
Saturday 2nd June to celebrate Brixham's maritime and
fishing heritage as well as its vibrant present day
culture. It replaces the long running ‘Brixham Heritage
Festival'. It is a ‘not for profit' event run by local
volunteers for the benefit of locals & visitors alike.
Saturday – Nautical Fun & Birdman Competition
Saturday's events revolve around the harbour ‘Nautical
Fun' and include a ‘Birdman' competition, where teams or
individuals, in fancy dress, attempt to fly from the end
of the central pier. Prizes for wackiest dress and
longest distance are donated by local businesses. There
are also cooking demonstrations from top local chefs,
live music and sea shanties from a pontoon in the middle
of the harbour, (floating music), Canoe & Kayak trips
around the harbour, a sea swim round the breakwater,
tours of heritage and modern day trawlers and a heritage
sailing trawler rally and race. Not to mention lots of
local food and drink to sample and buy! Lots of other
activities too!
Sunday – The Street – a street party in honour
or QEII
On Sunday, Fore Street is turned into a giant street
party in honour of the Queens Diamond Jubilee. Food,
drink, music and street entertainment + a tea dance in
Scala Hall.
Monday – At the Seaside – for kids or all ages
Monday is for kids or all ages and takes the theme ‘At
the Seaside'. Every one can help build and decorate a
giant sea serpent on Breakwater Beach , there is a
crabbing competition and a treasure hunt – both with
prizes. There is also an amazing ‘imagination tent'
(dressing up and story telling), X factor style Karaoke,
mermaids, and animals from Pennywell Farm. Lots of other
activities too!
There will also be a photographic competition running
throughout the event with prizes donated by local
companies.
Email: steven.king@brixhamfestival.org |
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Saturday
June 2nd - 10th |
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Geopark Festival
When you think of the English Riviera, you probably
don’t imagine Sahara-like deserts or sabre-toothed
tigers. But the English Riviera is one of the world’s
most fascinating geological and archaeological sites,
celebrated and protected by UNESCO-recognised Geopark
status and one of only 8 in the UK and Ireland.
The annual Geopark Festival offers holiday makers the
chance to explore everything this very special area has
to offer. There are events for all ages that will appeal
to everyone, from artists to dedicated foodies, and
there’s loads to do with the kids. The Seashore Centre,
Kents Cavern, Berry Head and Torquay Museum all have
something going on for the family during the festival,
and at Occombe Farm there are exciting cookery classes
available. Outdoor types might also like to explore the
coastline through the Geopark Discovery Packages: check
out Canoe the Coves or try out coasteering with
Thrillseekers.
http://www.englishrivierageopark.org.uk/
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Saturday
June 2nd - 5th |
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FEVA National Championships 2011 - Torquay
RS Feva, a small two handed dinghy sailed mainly by
youngsters but can be sailed by adults. Royal Torbay
Yacht Club has a strong fleet of these boats. This event
is expected to attract 100 boats.
http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/ |
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Sunday
June 3rd -4th |
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Music festival 2012 - Goodrington, Paignton
Brand new music festival being held in the beautiful
suroundings of Youngs Park at Goodrington.The music will
be performed from the park's new Bandstand , a wonderful
addition to this area.
Program to follow.
http://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/music-festival-2012-p1289383#proxprodtype=attr |
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Monday
June 4th |
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Spring Bank Holiday |
Tuesday
June 5th |
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Queen's Diamond Jubilee |
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Friday
June 8th |
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Dawlish Air Festival - Dawlish
The 2012 Dawlish Air Show will take place on the 8th
June providing a fitting end to the town’s jubilee
celebrations.
The annual air show has always been a hugely popular
event with exciting performances that never fail to
thrill the crowds.Last year’s show saw performances from
the Red Arrows, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight
(which included Lancasters, Spitfires and Hurricanes),
the Breitling Wing Walkers, Royal Air Force Tornadoes
and many many more.
The complete line up for the 2012 Air Show is yet to be
confirmed, but it is already shaping up to be another
wonderful year!
http://www.dawlishairshow.co.uk/
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Saturday
June 9th-10th |
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RS Dinghy Nationals 2012
Class to be confirmed.
http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/ |
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Tuesday
June 12 - 14th |
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Plant & Waste Recycling Show - PAWRS -
Paignton Green
With a 26 year venue history PAWRS has become a very
popular and important meeting place for visitors
nationally and internationally from as far afield as
Canada., Europe and Pakistan.
PAWRS prides itself on attracting some of the biggest
names in our industry to the beautiful surroundings of
Paignton, Torbay in the English Riviera on the Devon
coast.
PAWRS attracts a broad range of exhibitors from product
and technology manufactures to niche specialists or
comprehensive full service suppliers. All of them
offering solutions to reduce waste, managing its
disposal or reprocessing.
We have also incorporated an awards evening, recognising
excellence to reduce the amount of waste that is sent to
landfill. The awards evening will be held on the second
day of the PAWRS Show on the 13th June at the Rivera
International Conference Centre.
http://www.pawrs.com/ |
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Friday
June 15th - 16th |
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Occombe Beer Festival - Paignton
Bring along a thirst for sampling from the best of the
region’s beverages washed down with live bands and
dancing in the farmyard as we celebrate Occombe’s 7th
annual Beer Festival.
You’re sure to find something to tantalise your taste
buds amongst the 60+ range of beers, local ciders,
perry, wine and even Pimm’s on offer, accompanied by
delicious local foods including a hog roast and BBQs.
Occombe Beer Festival is a fundraising event run in aid
of local conservation charity Torbay Coast & Countryside
Trust. For full details and tickets see
www.occombebeerfestival.co.uk or call 01803 606035. |
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Friday
June 15th - 24th |
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6th Annual Babbacombe Festival
The Babbacombe Festival is a celebration of all that is
great about Babbacombe and St Marychurch, with something
for everyone – locals and visitors alike.
Babbacombe and St Marychurch is home to lots of great
groups and organisations who put on a number of events
throughout the Festival from taster sessions and
competitions to exhibitions and fairs at various venues
around the area. There's art, crafts, music, food,
dancing, all kinds of sports and a huge amount of money
is raised for local charities.
At the centre of it all is a fabulous marquee on
Babbacombe Downs which plays host not only to lots of
events during the day but also provides some spectacular
evening entertainment including a Barn Dance, Oompah
Night and choral evening to name but a few. With some
wonderful all-day events including the incredibly
popular Armed Forces Day and Hanbury's Fish and Chips
Music Festival the 2012 Babbacombe Festival looks set to
be the best yet.
For all the details and latest news plus galleries from
previous years' Festivals visit www.babbacombe.org |
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Saturday
June 16th |
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Trawler Race - Brixham
Brixham's big maritime event takes to the water on
Saturday 16th June 2012.
The annual event has brought together two of the port's
biggest one-day festivals - the famous Trawler Race and
the Fisherman's Mission Open Day.
Skippers dress the boats with bunting and battle it out
with two lap race around the Bay and fun and festivities
on the quayside all raising money for local charities.
The winner is not always the first across the line as
there is a very
strict handicapping system.
http://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/trawler-race-2012-p636893#proxprodtype=attr
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Saturday
June 16th - 17th |
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Devon Yawl Nationals 2012
The DYA is pleased to confirm that the Devon Yawl
Nationals
will be held in Torquay - hosted by the Royal Torbay
Yacht Club on the
16th/17th June, 2012. |
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Sunday
June 17th - 24th |
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English Riviera Open Bowls
Tournament
Following on from the success of previous
tournaments, we are delighted to welcome all
competitors, their families and friends to the English
Riviera. We are sure the prospect of playing on the
greens overlooking the delightful settings of Torbay is
one of the reasons many competitors attend year after
year.
Entries have already been good for this years event so
we are looking forward to a full programme and a
competitive Tournament.
The programme for the week will be the same format to
previous years with bowlers having the opportunity to
play throughout the week. Dont miss the social events on
Tuesday at Torquay Bowling Club and Thursday at Kings
Bowling Club.
http://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/english-riviera-open-bowls-tournament-
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Sunday
June 24th |
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Torbay Half Marathon 2012
June 24th 2012 will see the 21st running of this very
popular seaside event; with demand for places steadily
growing our race entry limit for 2012 will be 2500
runners. Early entry to this event is advised, as we may
well be full before race day.
The Torbay Half Marathon route is a traffic free two lap
route which starts and finishes on Paignton seafront,
taken in the stunning coastal views across Torbay.
Starting with one lap of Paignton Green before heading
towards Torquay, where the course will pass the historic
Torre Abbey and by the Princess Gardens where you will
start the return back to Paignton.
http://www.torbayhalfmarathon.co.uk/ |
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JULY 2012 |
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Friday
July 13th - 15th |
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South Devon Ceramics Festival 2012 - South Devon
College Paignton TQ4 7EJ
South Devon Ceramics Festival, this will be a first for
Torbay. A joint venture between South Devon College and
Westcountry Potters Association, to be held at South
Devon College on 13/14/15th July 2012.
There will be opportunities for artists/ crafts people
to sell their work, demonstrations, master classes etc.
For ongoing information / application forms please e
mail :- ceramfest@hotmail.co.uk
For more information visit
http://www.westcountrypotters.co.uk/ |
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Saturday
July 21st - 23rd |
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Albacore National Championships
A dinghy 15ft in
length, two sails and sailed by two people. There are 30
year old wooden boats at the top of the fleet competing
with modern composite made boats. This boat is sailed
mainly in Britain, Canada and America and we expect to
have visitors from overseas travelling to England for
our Nationals. 50-60 boats expected.
http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/ |
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Saturday
July 21st - 29th |
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Torbay Carnival 2012 - Paignton
Torbay has a long history of organising a Carnival
procession and it is a fond part of many people's
childhood memories.
But Torbay Carnival today is a lot more than just a
Carnival procession - although they continue to be proud
of it's ongoing popularity and the enjoyment for
everyone who takes part - Carnival is now a 9 day event
offering entertainment from 10am and most evenings for
over a week each year.
http://www.torbaycarnival.co.uk/ |
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Wednesday
July 26th -
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Art on the English Riviera
- Cockington Court Craft
Centre
Every year Art on the English Riviera showcases the very
best of contemporary art and sculpture in the beautiful
setting of Cockington Court Craft Centre and Country
Park.
The 2012 theme will be Art and Sport on the English
Riviera. |
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Daily
July 27th to August 12th |
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London Olympics
http://www.london2012.com/olympic-schedule |
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Saturday
July 28th |
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Marldon Apple Pie Fair - The Village Green Marldon,
Paignton
The Marldon Apple Pie Fair has been going since 1888 in
memory of local farmer, George Hill, who would use his
windfall apples to bake an enormous apple pie for the
village. Nowadays, locals and visitors alike join in the
celebrations.
Events throughout the afternoon include local arts,
crafts and food stands, falconry displays, games and
even a novelty dog show! There's also the carnival
procession through the village accompanied by the Exeter
Pipe Band.12.00 - 5pm |
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July 29th to Aug 11th |
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Olympic Sailing at Weymouth and Portland.
Weymouth is only 2 hours/85 miles away from Paignton.
Check out www.theaa.com for route information. |
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Sunday
July 29th -
Aug 4th |
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Torbay Open Tennis Championship 2012 - Torquay
Tennis Club
Torquay Tennis Club is very proud to host one of the
Countries leading tennis tournaments 'The Torbay Open'
since 1887.
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AUGUST 2012 |
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Sunday
Aug 5th - 7th |
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Torbay Steam Fair - Brixham
Torbay Steam Fair is now
one of the biggest events on the English Riviera events
calendar and attracts visitors from far and wide.
Situated just outside Brixham on the main A3022 this 3
day event is a must for all the family.
Come and view the wonderful working steam engines,
vintage, and classic cars, Lorries, military displays,
market stalls and so much more.
See Birds of Prey and the wonderful Parrot Rescue
Society, try your hand a ferret racing or settle down
with a wonderful glass of local cider and watch one the
riveting displays that take place in the main ring.
Also don’t forget to take ride on some of the vintage
fairground rides, including the Gallopers which date
back to the early 1900,s.
http://www.torbaysteamfair.com/ |
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Saturday
Aug 11th - 19th |
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Paignton Regatta - Paignton Green
Paignton Regatta is a good old-fashioned week of
traditional seaside fun, mainly taking place on Paignton
Green. The packed programme of events features rowing,
athletics, cycling, cricket, tennis, rounders, live
music, RNLI and coastguard demonstrations, the Veedub
Car Festival, fireworks, a fairground and a whole host
of other fun and games for all the family.
http://paigntonregatta.blogspot.com/ |
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Sunday
Aug 12th - 17th |
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Cadet National
Championships 2012 -
Torquay
75 boats expected for this event.
The Cadet is a junior boat sailed by youngsters between
the ages of 8 and 17. There are many wooden hulls as
well as modern plastic ones. Two sails and a spinnaker
make this a very good junior training boat. Cadets are
sailed as part of the junior section at RTYC.
http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/ |
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Saturday
Aug 18th - 24th |
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420 National Championships 2012 - Torquay
The Royal
Torbay Yacht Club in Torquay will host the national
championships of the 420 class of dinghies in August
2012.
The event is a highlight of the youth sailing calendar –
the 420 is the top youth development boat in the UK,
sailed at school, club, open, national and international
levels. The boats are two-person trapeze and spinnaker
racing dinghies, with built-in buoyancy tanks that make
them safe even when inverted.
http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/
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Saturday
Aug 18th - 24th |
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Paignton Sailing Club Scorpion National Championship
Paignton Sailing Club is predominantly a dinghy racing
club and is host to The Torbay Spring and Autumn
Regatta’s.
http://www.paigntonsailingclub.com/index.php |
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Friday
Aug 24th - 29th |
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Torbay Week
Torbay Week is fast proving to be one of the most
popular regattas on the south coast.
Sailors of all classes flock to the English Riviera,
ready to pit their wits and skills against each other in
exciting races, and the event regularly attracts
national and international sailing championships.
There are plenty of vantage points around the bay,
giving everyone the chance to see seamanship at its
best.Visiting sailors are warmly welcomed into the yacht
and sailing clubs at Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and
Babbacombe with the clubs providing post-race
entertainment throughout the week.
The challenges end with the traditional Passage Race to
Dartmouth, ready for the Dartmouth Regatta the following
week.The great thing for visitors is that, whether
you’re a boating fanatic or a real land-lubber, there’s
as much going on onshore as there is on the waves, for
Torbay Week coincides with the Torbay Royal Regatta.
http://www.torbayweek.co.uk/ |
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Saturday
Aug 25th - 29th |
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Torbay Royal Regatta
The Torbay Royal Regatta is now in its 199th year! It is
one of the most popular events on the English Riviera
and great fun for all the family, and it will keep you
coming back, year after year. The regatta is a fantastic
chance for the whole family to enjoy themselves without
having to take out a second mortgage to pay for it. It’s
affordable, friendly and brilliant fun!
While the sailing takes place out to sea during the
coinciding Torbay Week championships, the action’s
mainly onshore during the regatta. There’s a fun fair on
Torquay seafront, a 10K road race, a fabulous firework
display and a performance from regatta favourites the
Red Arrows. There’s also the West of England rowing
championships along the coast.
http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/
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Saturday
Aug 25th |
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Torquay Rowing Regatta 2012
- Torquay
Rowing Events for the West of England Championships in
fine
racing fours.Vantage and commentary points:
Hollicombe Beach
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Sunday
Aug 26th |
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Torbay Royal Regatta 10k Road Race
- Torbay
This is an exciting course with panoramic coastal sea
views of Torbay.
The race starts by the Pavilion near Torquay Harbour.
The course is mostly flat with a few undulating hill.
From the start the course heads toward Paignton
Seafront, with 2 laps of Paignton Green before heading
back to finish on Corbyn Head in Torquay.
http://www.torbay10k.org.uk/index.html
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Monday
August 27th |
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Summer Bank Holiday |
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Monday
August 27th |
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Torbay Royal Regatta Fireworks 2012
- Torquay
Vantage points : Torquay Seafront or take one of the
many boat trips to view from the water.
9.30pm |
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Wednesday
August 29th |
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The Red Arrows
- Sea Front
18.00 to 18.30hrs |
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SEPT 2012 |
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Saturday
Sept 1st - 4th |
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British Nationals 2012
Race format: 8 races, 2 back to back each day, no more
than 3 races per day, 1st discard after 4 races
completed, 2nd discard after 7 races completed.
Social events and parking included in entry fee.
http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/ |
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Saturday
Sept 8th |
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Fishstock - Brixham
The annual Fishstock festival returns to Brixham this
September. Expect live entertainment, lots of
scrumptious seafood and the chance to see working
fishing boats up close and personal.
http://www.fishstockbrixham.co.uk/
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Sunday
Sept 9th - 16th |
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Agatha Christie Festival
Each year, the English Riviera transforms itself into
the murder mystery capital of the country, with ladies
and gents in their period finery immersing themselves in
tea parties, theatre, dinners on steam trains and
vintage bus tours. Why? For the annual Agatha Christie
Festival in honour of the Queen of Crime, who was born
in Torquay in 1890.
The festival is a fabulous occasion for fans from all
over the world to congregate and celebrate Dame Agatha
Christie’s life and times. Round every corner there is a
murder mystery: on steam trains, in spooky country inns,
and in rambling seaside pubs. You’ll also find
competitions, book launches, exclusive events and even a
birthday fireworks display. The official Agatha Christie
Theatre Company perform their latest production at the
Princess Theatre (2012 is Murder on the Nile) and Poirot
is ever on-hand should there be a case or two to solve.
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Friday
Sept 21st - 23rd |
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Abbfest -
Fermoys Garden Centre, Totnes Road, Ipplepen, Newton
Abbot, Devon TQ12 5TN
Abbfest is a celebration of local food, drink, crafts
and entertainment. The festival, which is popular with
both locals and visitors, is held over three days at
Fermoys Garden Centre. It is a brilliant chance to
sample local beers, browse the arts and crafts stalls,
witness the talents of some of the areas top chefs and
even take part in a traditional pub quiz!
All proceeds from the event go to charity.
http://www.abbfest.org/
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Saturday
Sept 22nd - 23rd |
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29ER Grand Prix 2012- Torquay
A modern boat with two sails and asymmetric spinnaker
sailed by two people and uses a trapeze. Youngsters
often go into this boat from a RS Feva. There is a
growing fleet of 29ers at RTYC and there are many
training sessions being held here during the winter
months. We are expecting to host about 50
boats.http://www.royaltorbayyc.org.uk/ |
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OCT 2012 |
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Sunday
Oct 14th |
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Cockington Apple Day2012
Cockington’s popular October Food & Crafts Festival -
Apple Day - will celebrate for the 20th year on Sunday
14th October, showcasing the best in local foods,
handmade crafts, apple varieties – and ciders of
course!National Apple Day was founded by London charity
Common Ground in 1990. The charity wanted to preserve
and raise awareness of the alarming rate at which
orchards were disappearing, along with the local
varieties, the recipes, the songs, stories, pruning and
wassailing. Of the 6,000 varieties of apple once grown
in Britain, only nine are now readily available in the
supermarkets. Modern farming methods, rapid transport
and the import of cheap fruit from abroad along with new
methods of horticultural production and storage, as well
as new building and development, have lead the removal
of many old orchards. Devon alone has lost 90% of its
total orchards since 1965. Apple Day is an annual
celebration of this wonderful diversity of apples and a
way of conserving traditional orchards, fruit and
traditions.
Apple Day is one of Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust's
biggest fundraising events and all monies raised are
ploughed back into conservation work across 1750 acres
of green sites in Torbay including Berry Head National
Nature Reserve, Cockington Country Park and Occombe
Farm.
For more information contact Rachel Tapper at Torbay
Coast and Countryside Trust on 01803 606035 or e-mail
rachel.tapper@countryside-trust.org.uk
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Assorted other activities in Devon you may like to
try: |
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View the Paignton Harbour Webcam Here |
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www.harbour.co.uk/webcam-harbour.htm |
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Devon wine making is growing! |
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www.pebblebed.co.uk |
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Interested in Nature Walks in Devon? |
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http://sites.google.com/site/devonnaturewalks/ |
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