Forthcoming Events not to be missed!
Yarner
Trust Courses
For
more information visit
www.yarnertrust.org
Free courses
at Yarner for locals. See the brochure in the shop.
There are no onerous forms to fill in, just book your place and quote ALF.
Living
Willow - Saturday 13th March
Felt Painting - Friday 19th March
Hedgerow Baskets - Saturday 20th - Sunday 21st March
Clovelly
events listed below may be subject to change, so please consult www.clovelly.co.uk
for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781.
For all events normal entry charges to Clovelly apply, except for Christmas
Lights where a small parking fee is charged after 2 p.m.
2010 charges: Adult £5.95, Child £3.75, Family (2A, 2C): £15.90.
Clovelly is a privately owned village. Part of the admission fee contributes
to the maintenance of the village to preserve its timeless charm and magic.
AFRICAN
& AFRO-SAMBA DANCE
Kilkhampton Primary
School Hall,
Wednesdays from 10th February 7 - 8 pm
Option to rehearse our dances to Energia samba band’s live percussion
in the school hall on agreed first Wednesdays of the month.
£5 per session or £30 for 6 classes in advance in advance Concessions
£3.50. Accompanied 10+ year olds £1 per class.
No classes on 1st
wed of each month or during half term!
Dance styles from Africa, including Congolese Soukous, and the dances of Guinea,
West Africa, Rio Carnival, Samba & Samba Reggae, Optional performances
with Energia samba band at gigs. DRESS:
loose, comfortable clothing.
For more info email
Country
& Western Evening (by popular request) at Welcombe Village Hall
on Saturday March 6th at 7.30pm music by Eagle Country
Tickets £12 children 1/2 price
Please book tickets from
Sheila 01288 331391 or Lisa 01288 331794
All profit to Village hall appeal fund.
Sunday
7th March 3pm Children's Theatre - The Legend of Magnificent Moon
by Toto Tales at Welcombe Village Hall (a Beaford Arts Event)
A perfect show for younger children (3 - 7 year olds) - A retelling of an
African folk story with a magical twist at the end. After the happy ending,
the children are invited on to the stage to join the performers in making
their own glittering suns and moons.
In 2008 award winning Toto Tales were nominated as one of the top 20 unmissable
shows of the Fringe.
To reserve
tickets please call Emma on 331389.
The Fantastic
Fudge Hunt, Clovelly, Friday 2 April - Friday 9 April
Back by popular demand! TWENTY fudge stones are hidden along the main street
of the village. Track one down, take it to the fudge shop at the Visitor Centre
and find out how much mouthwatering, creamy fudge you have won. Find stone
number 20, and you win a whole kilo of luxurious fudge!
One stone redeemable per visiting family per day.
Welcombe
Easter Ceilidh Saturday 3rd April 2010 at 7.30.pm
Welcombe Village Hall
Dancing to music from The Hot Punch Band
Bar, Real Ale, Snacks
Tickets: Adult: £6.50. Child: £3.50. Family: £16.00
To reserve tickets phone 01288 331796
Clovelly
Celebration of Local Ales and Cider, Saturday 29 May - Monday 31 May
Come along to Clovelly for its special Celebration of Ales and Ciders, where
you can enjoy a range of local brews. Whether you're a committed ale and cider
drinker or yet to be convinced, you'll find a tipple to suit your palate.
So come along and raise a glass and support North Devon's brewers and cider
makers.
Clovelly
Maritime Festival, Sunday 18 July, held in aid of the North Devon
Hospice
There's something for everyone at the Clovelly Maritime Festival, held in
aid of the North Devon Hospice. It's a day of traditional seaside entertainment,
including shanty singers, fire-eating, juggling, Punch and Judy, a wench auction,
and lots more. Enjoy delicious seafood or a succulent hog roast on the beach.
The Old Gaffers Association will be coming along - they're devoted to the
conservation of traditional sailing craft and our maritime heritage.
Lundy Gig Row, Saturday 24 July
West Country pilot gigs were designed to carry pilots out to ships. The first
one alongside won the pilotage job, so speed was critical. The row from Clovelly
to Lundy and back is a true test of endurance over 32 miles of sea - it can
take up to four hours, depending upon the weather and tides. So come along
and support the brave crews!
Woolsery Agricultural Show, Clovelly Court, Monday 26 July, held in aid of
various charities
Summer in North Devon would not be complete without a visit to this country
agricultural show.
There are many classes for cattle, horses, and sheep, along with pony competitions.
You'll find bustling trade and exhibition stands with stalls offering locally
made crafts and foods. The children will be kept busy with fairground rides
and a bouncy castle. A great summer day out for all the family!
July 29th,
30th and 31st - Family Music and Dance workshops.
Held at Welcombe Village Hall.
Further information to follow.
If you are interested in being involved or volunteering at this event, please
contact Emma Morrison on 331389.
Lifeboat
Weekend, Saturday 31 July - Sunday 1 August, held in aid of the R.N.L.I
Keeping Clovelly's lifeboat on alert for emergencies round the clock takes
effort and dedication. Held in aid of the RNLI, Clovelly's Lifeboat Weekend
is a popular celebration of the lifeboat and her crew.
To get the fun going on Saturday there's a sponsored swim to Bucks Mills and
back. Sunday is packed with entertainments, including a hilarious race of
men dressed as women, a tug-of-war and, of course, the ever popular slave
auction in which young local men are 'sold' to the highest bidder to do their
chores for a day. And there are stalls galore.
Clovelly Gig Regatta, Saturday 7 August
In the West Country we are proud of our long tradition of racing pilot gigs.
The sport's popularity is hardly surprising - gig racing today is exciting,
strenuous and often downright dangerous, with the crews reaching speeds of
9 knots in fast-flowing tidal waters. So come along and cheer on the rowers.
It will be an exhilirating day's racing.
Lobster & Crab Feast, Sunday 5 September, in support
of The National Lobster Hatchery
This popular event pays tribute to Clovelly's famous lobster and crabs.
There's always a fun party atmosphere, so come along and enjoy a day of live
folk music and theatre. And will you be able to resist the charms of the lobster
hypnotist? There will be local craft and food stalls, a quay kitchen with
cookery demonstrations, wine and beer tasting, and no shortage of entertainments
for the children. And it's in aid of the National Lobster Hatchery at Padstow.
So don't miss it!
Clovelly Herring Festival, Sunday 21 November
In the 18th century, a hundred boats fished for the 'silver darlings' (herring)
out of Clovelly. This Herring Festival is held in support of sustainable fishing
by traditional methods and to celebrate the herring.
Mike Smylie will be there with his popular 'Kipperland' exhibition, smoking
delicious kippers and bloaters. Simon and Ann Cooper will be bringing along
their curragh, making nets, and demonstrating flax processing and knitting.
Enjoy herring specialities, local cider and wine, shanty singing, a walk-about
theatre and masses of stalls.
Christmas Lights, Sunday 5 December, in aid of the RNLI.
(Procession starts at about 4 p.m. from the Visitor Centre. Entry free after
2 p.m. with small parking charge)
Christmas is a magical time at Clovelly, so don't miss this fund-raising event
and the switching on of the village Christmas lights. A brass band leads the
procession down to the harbour. There's mulled wine, a barbecue, rousing carols,
and Father Christmas makes a surprise visit. At 5 p.m. the switch is thrown
and the entire village and harbour are lit up - it's a fantastic sight. And
there are fireworks to finish off what is always a perfect day
New for 2011: Lentsherd Children's Carnival, Sunday 20 February
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