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 This autumn, Watermouth Castle is getting a pumpkin-filled makeover! Explore pumpkin-filled walkways, autumn photo points, a family trail and our Courtyard Pumpkin Market, all set within the grounds of our Victorian castle on the North Devon coast. And it’s more than pumpkins – your visit includes a full day of Watermouth Castle fun, with rides, […]  Join us for all things Autumn at Arlington Court between the 3 October - 1 November. Take a stroll through the grounds and follow the animal-themed scarecrow trail, featuring creative displays made by local schools, community groups and volunteers. The trail runs from 10 October to 1 November. Inside the house, discover a beautifully dressed […]
Normal admission  Friday 23rd October to Thursday 29th October 2026 Clayface 108mins Fri Sat Mon Wed Thurs 17:30 20:00 Sun 17:30 20:00 Tues 16:40 20:00 Ghosts: The Possession Of Button House 95mins Fri 18:00 Sat 18:00 Sun 16:45 19:45 Mon Wed 16:45 19:45 Tues 17:40 Thurs 16:45 19:40 Ali G: Who Iz I? 88mins Fri 20:20 Sat […]  Here is your weekly roundup of live music in our local venues. 🤘🎸🎤🎷🎷🎹🥁😍 Friday 23 October Open Mic, Grampus (Lee), 8.00 Sundog Slide, George & Dragon, 9.00 Saturday 24 October Guest Selector Series with Lewis Daniels, Concept North Devon, 7.00 Totally Blondie, Landmark, 7.30 (ticketed) The Garden Club, Hunters Inn (Heddon Valley), 8.00 Greater Good […]  Come and join us this Halloween from 23rd October to 1st November for our pumpkin patch Then on the 31st October for our Halloween disco from 5pm They’ll be djs, Halloween themed menu, drinks, Halloween cocktails and mocktails and earths little rebels here for free face paining, glitter and tattoos. Feel free to dress up.  Creepin’ It Real…Ewe’ll have a hoot this Halloween at The Big Sheep! Join us for a Spook-tacular Monster Party This October Half Term! Get ready for a frightfully fun time at our Monster Glow Party – the ultimate Halloween activity for kids and families! Enjoy hair-raising games that’ll keep monsters of all ages entertained - Dress to impress in your […]  Join us this Halloween Half Term for a fabulous family day out packed with extra spooky fun, all designed to be fun rather than scary! This Halloween there’ll be lots of extra Halloween activities to enjoy – all designed to be fun rather than scary. Enjoy all our usual rides, shows, and attractions, plus these […] |
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 A weekly Wellbeing Group - based around the 5 steps to wellbeing: Connect, Be active, Give, Learn and Take notice - weekly arts and crafts, wellbeing walks and free drinks and a light lunch. A very friendly group open to all (designed for age 18+).
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Friday 30th October to Thursday 5th November 2026 Wicker 105mins Fri Sat 17:00 19:30 Mon Wed 17:00 19:30 Sun 14:15 17:00 19:30 Tues 17:00 19:45 Thurs 14:15 17:00 19:30 Ghosts: The Possession Of Button House 95mins Fri Sat 15:20 17:40 Sun 15:20 17:40 19:45 Mon Tues 17:15 20:00 Wed 17:30 19:45 Thurs 14:45 16:45 Clayface 108mins […] Spooky happenings in our local music venues this weekend. Let's get out there and swing our scary pants!! 😍🥁🎹🎷🎤🎸🤘👻🧛👹 Friday 30 October The Yum Yums (at Halloween Firework Spooktacular), Ilfracombe Rugby Club, 6.30 (tickets) Friday Sevens, Concept North Devon, 7.00 Open Mic, Grampus (Lee), 8.00 Jukebox Karaoke with DJ Ronnie, Wellington Arms, Drew Nerin Duo, […]  Scary Zombie Foot golf here at The Combes Golf Park Woolacombe on the 30th & 31st October ⚽️ Live actors 🧟♀️🧟♂️ 18 holes 🦵 Over 12’s from 7pm Under 12’s 5-7pm To book - 📞 01392 914924 📧 hello@thecombesgolfpark.com
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 The area's biggest and best firework display with huge bonfire! We also combine with Halloween for some spooky fun, so we very much encourage the kids to come in fancy dress! There's even prizes for the best costumes! Tickets on the door only. Gates open 6.30pm
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 Money for Nothing are back after their success last year. Celebrating 25 years of performing their tribute to legendary rockers Dire Straits. Join them for a night of classic Dire Straits hits and you will be blown away with the attention to detail and musicality whilst taking a trip down memory lane. Money for Nothing […] |
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 Join us this October for the North Devon Sinfonia Autumn Concert!
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 OCTOBER IS HERE… AND THE COUNTDOWN TO YOUR NIGHTMARE HAS BEGUN! The doors will creak open, the fog will roll in, and something wicked will be waiting inside… Will you dare to join us? Come dressed to distress! We want vampires, witches, ghosts and creatures so terrifying we’ll be checking under the beds afterwards. Dust […] | |||
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 Ilfracombe Monthly hub - for people living with and beyond cancer *support*coffee*help*tea*advice*cake*chat*company
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 During Locals Month, we offer 1/2 price entry for all EX postcodes and also TA 1,2,3,4,21,22,23, and 24. Driving license required for postcode ID check. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers, discounts, family tickets, online bookings, or Tesco vouchers.
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A weekly Wellbeing Group - based around the 5 steps to wellbeing: Connect, Be active, Give, Learn and Take notice - weekly arts and crafts, wellbeing walks and free drinks and a light lunch. A very friendly group open to all (designed for age 18+).
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 Join us for an unforgettable evening of excitement, warmth, and joy at The BIG Sheep’s BIG Bonfire and Fireworks event! A stunning display of Dazzling Fireworks celebrating Guy Fawkes Day! The BIGGEST Bonfire, Indoor Fire Shows, great tunes from our in-house disco! Site Open: 4:30pm - Music Starts: 5:00pm - Fire Shows in the Arena: 5:15pm/5:45 pm/6:15pm - Tots […]
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 Live Music from Yum Yums 2.0 and more! DJ Starbuck Full Bar - Hot & Cold Drinks Food - BBQ, Jacket Potatoes, Mexican Toys/Sweet Shop Free Parking at Parkins Beach Car Park from 5pm Tickets available Online, from Spar, or on the gate. Adults £7, Children £6, Family £23 |
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 Get ready for an unforgettable Northern Soul Music Weekend set against the stunning backdrop of the North Devon coast. The weekend features two dedicated rooms of soul music, offering something for every soul enthusiast. The Main Room will deliver Northern Soul across the board, from timeless floor-fillers to rare and underplayed classics that define the scene. Room Two will showcase […]  Centre Stage School presents – Through the decades The talented students of Centre Stage School are back with another exciting show! Take a journey through the decades with an unforgettable evening of songs and dance, from the toe tapping-tunes of the 1940’s to the chart-topping hits of 2000s.
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 Bonfire Night - Laser Show Spectacular Bonfire Night, reimagined. Lasers, flames and music light up the North Devon sky in an eco-friendly alternative to fireworks. Last year sold out, and this year we're back with even more. What to Expect Laser show by the UK's leading display team (Kylie Minogue, Pete Tong) Soundtrack and flame […] |
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 Fresh local and organic produce, craft, refreshments and more. Ilfracombe Farmers Market
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Centre Stage School presents – Through the decades The talented students of Centre Stage School are back with another exciting show! Take a journey through the decades with an unforgettable evening of songs and dance, from the toe tapping-tunes of the 1940’s to the chart-topping hits of 2000s. |
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 On behalf of the committee and members of Ilfracombe Royal British Legion Branch, we invite you to attend the Remembrance Sunday Parade on Sunday 8 November 2026 ORDER OF PARADE 10:15am Meet at Brookdale Church and Coach Park 10:30am Form up for the Parade (Fall In) 10:40am March off to the War Memorial via Wilder […]
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 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become and how to find his […] |
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 Thursday & Friday: 10.30am or 1.30pm Satirday: 2pm Thumbelina, a girl the size of a thumb with a healthy supply of pluck and curiosity, is the daughter that her mother always wished for. But when she’s kidnapped by an ugly toad, Thumbelina uses her cunning to duck, weave and dodge the dangers of a magnificent natural world. […]
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 Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the attention of Don José. She warns him not to fall in love with her, but his obsession knows no bounds. Damiano Michieletto’s searing production returns, casting scorching light on the lust, violence and destructive desire of Bizet’s ever-popular opera. |
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 All the world's a stage, and ours is about to get mischievous! Our brilliant cast are stepping into the world of Shakespeare for a revue packed with comedy, chaos, romance, tragedy… and a little bit of magik! Join us at St Peter's Church from 11-13 November. Tickets available now:
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A weekly Wellbeing Group - based around the 5 steps to wellbeing: Connect, Be active, Give, Learn and Take notice - weekly arts and crafts, wellbeing walks and free drinks and a light lunch. A very friendly group open to all (designed for age 18+).
Free  A friendly cafe for people with memory problems and their family/friends. Free tea, coffee and cake with optional activities.
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 Together for fifty seven years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Now they return with Conflict, their first full studio album in over five years. As ever – and with such a rich history to choose from – the […] |
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 Celebrating the music of Genesis this show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers. Hits spanning from the late 70s onwards. |
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 Expect a programme packed with household names, TV favourites and the brightest stars from the UK comedy circuit, all performing right here in Ilfracombe. From established comedy legends to the next generation of headline acts, every show is carefully curated to deliver an unforgettable night of live entertainment. Join us for a night of […] |
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 Clovelly Herring Festival always falls in November, the time of year when our historic village celebrates the coming of the great “Silver Darlings”, better known as Herring. We celebrate and promote this tasty, nutritious fish whilst supporting sustainable fishing. The Maritime historian and writer, Mike Smylie, attends with his “Kipperland” exhibition and on the quay, […]
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 15 Nove 8pm £34 Hi. I’m Romesh Ranganathan and I Will Change Your Life. Tired of trying quick fixes and papering over the cracks in your life? Then you haven’t tried my new quick fix. Problems at home? I will teach you how to successfully bottle up your feelings. | |
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 Coram Shakespeare Schools is proud to present the world’s largest youth drama festival. Join us for an evening of Shakespeare as you’ve never seen before! Witness Shakespeare’s timeless stories reimagined by the next generation, as local schools take to the stage to perform abridged plays for their community in an unforgettable night of theatre. |
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A weekly Wellbeing Group - based around the 5 steps to wellbeing: Connect, Be active, Give, Learn and Take notice - weekly arts and crafts, wellbeing walks and free drinks and a light lunch. A very friendly group open to all (designed for age 18+).
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 Joe and Angela’s marriage is on thin ice. When they invite their enigmatic upstairs neighbors for a dinner party, the night spirals into unexpected places. Have they reignited the spark or lit the match that burns it all down? |
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 A staggering portrait of love and loss that inspired the creation of Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece, Hamlet. What our Critics say: HAMNET – “Keep your heart open.” A beautiful meditation on the family life of William Shakespeare and his wife Agnes Hathaway as they process the death of their 11-year-old son, Hamnet. Come and witness an […] |
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 An evening of loud and proud rock music, Legends of Rock is back in Ilfracombe, featuring the best acts belting out all the classics plus original songs, over a wild weekend of rock. Experience electrifying performances, including Forevanscence, Buried in Bermuda, Chocolate Starfish, Regional One, and Sladest. This weekend always brings diehard music fans, an […]
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 Climb aboard for a night of ocean adventure! The Ocean Film Festival World Tour features a new collection of the world’s most incredible ocean films! Venturing to rarely explored depths of the planet, meet the surfers, paddlers, divers and scientists who have dedicated their lives to answering the call of the ocean. Plunge into the […] |
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 On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?
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 Games, stalls, cakes, crafts with lots of music and carol singing. And Santa will be there too! Free to come in! Everyone welcome!
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On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? |
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On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? |
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A weekly Wellbeing Group - based around the 5 steps to wellbeing: Connect, Be active, Give, Learn and Take notice - weekly arts and crafts, wellbeing walks and free drinks and a light lunch. A very friendly group open to all (designed for age 18+).
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We’re officially allowed to start getting excited because Combe Christmas - Lighting of the Lights is happening on Friday 27th November 2026. Save the date, get your festive spirit ready, and we’ll see you all there! More information coming soon…  After an amazing weekend in 2025, we’re creating another fantastic 50s weekender to ramp up the fun in 2026. Join us for the best 50s acts, DJs, dancing, food and fun. This is going to be a rocking retro weekend to remember! Book your tickets and accommodation now! Accommodation is allocated on a first-come first-served […] |
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 Step into a festive Christmas experience filled with wonder, storytelling, and family fun. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be guided through immersive themed areas, meet the Elves, and journey all the way to Father Christmas for a truly memorable festive adventure. A truly magical Christmas tour, load of Elf fun, a magical show, meet […]  This Christmas step into the magic of a Storybook Christmas at Arlington Court. Wander through the beautifully decorated house as classic tales come to life, taking you across oceans, into the skies and through enchanting gardens. Families can take part in our Write Your Own Story Trail from 21 November to 3 January, creating a […]
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Ilfracombe Monthly hub - for people living with and beyond cancer *support*coffee*help*tea*advice*cake*chat*company
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A weekly Wellbeing Group - based around the 5 steps to wellbeing: Connect, Be active, Give, Learn and Take notice - weekly arts and crafts, wellbeing walks and free drinks and a light lunch. A very friendly group open to all (designed for age 18+).
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Step into a festive Christmas experience filled with wonder, storytelling, and family fun. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be guided through immersive themed areas, meet the Elves, and journey all the way to Father Christmas for a truly memorable festive adventure. A truly magical Christmas tour, load of Elf fun, a magical show, meet […]  Treat your family to a truly enchanting festive adventure this December. Journey through our magical snowy forest to discover Buzzlewick’s Elf Emporium, where Santa’s Head Elf is waiting to welcome you for some festive mischief and wonder, before heading into the park to enjoy all the usual fun of The Milky Way! The Magic of […] Fresh local and organic produce, craft, refreshments and more. Ilfracombe Farmers Market
Free  At the Lynton and Barnstaple Railway, we understand that festive events can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming for both children and adults. That’s why we’re excited to offer a new experience designed especially for those who would enjoy the magic of the festivities in a calmer, quieter setting. Our Special Quiet Santa trains will run […] |
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 Celebrate the festive season with the enchanting tradition of our RNLI’s Christmas Lights switch on. The village comes alive with holiday spirit as a local brass band leads a joyful procession down to the harbour, accompanied by the singing of festive carols. At the harbour and Lifeboat Station, you’ll find delicious treats and Christmas grog […]
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 An evening of carol singing with the wonderful South Molton Town Band. Free to come in!
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