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The Legendary Grand Tour - Mini Madness
2026-08-31 - 2026-09-01 | Bideford, Bideford, Devon, United Kingdom
The Legendary Grand Tour is unlike any other motoring event in the country because it is not confined to a field but let loose on the roads of North Devon. What makes our event so special is that our Minis do not drive off in groups but in a convoy one after the other. We restrict it to 250 Minis, but when it is out on the open road in a convoy traveling at 30 mph, it is nearly 10 miles long and can take 15 to 20 minutes to pass, so it must be one of the longest.
The convoy passes through Ilfracombe at about 3.30pm on Monday 31 August.

Ilfracombe Monday Market
2026-08-31 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Seafront
Ilfracombe Market is a seasonal harbour-side market. Open every Monday from late May to the end of August (Weather permitting).

Bringing together local traders, handmade crafts, artisan products and family-friendly themed events.

Banger Racing
2026-08-31 12:00 - 17:00 | Mullacott Cross EX34 8PL, Mullacott Cross, Ilfracombe, EX34 8PL
Meeting change
Please note the last 2 meetings of the season have switched places and are now as follows.

Sunday August 2nd is now the Rookie banger track championship plus all the hotrod classes. ( poster to follow )

August Bank holiday 30th/31st is now Rookie banger teams of 4 plus all hotrod classes.

Ilfracombe Monthly hub - for people living with and beyond cancer
2026-09-01 10:00 - 12:00 | The Lantern, Lantern Youth & Community Centre, High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QB
Ilfracombe Monthly hub – for people living with and beyond cancer
*support*coffee*help*tea*advice*cake*chat*company

Wellbeing Wednesday
2026-09-02 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-09 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-16 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-23 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-30 10:00 - 13:00 | The Lantern, Lantern Youth & Community Centre, High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QB
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+).

Ilfracombe Farmers' Market
2026-09-05 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-10-03 10:00 - 12:30 | The Lantern, Lantern Youth & Community Centre, High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QB
Fresh local and organic produce, craft, refreshments and more.
Ilfracombe Farmers Market

Ilfracombe Bike Show
2026-09-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Seafront
This popular event staged along the Seafront for a number of years is run by Satans Slaves MC North Devon. Motorcyclists travel from near and far, some local, some from as far as Coventry. This event is open to all riders and also open to the general public.
In 2025 Over 500 motorcycles lined the promenade and competed for various trophies. There were bikes and trikes of all shapes and sizes as well as stalls promoting various aspects of road use and of the chosen charities that the Satans Slaves were supporting.

Sea Ilfracombe Maritime Festival
2026-09-05 12:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-06 12:00 - 22:00 | Ropery Road Car Park, Ropery Road, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EF
The ever popular Sea Ilfracombe Maritime Festival is back on the 5 & 6 September 2026.
This free community festival continues to grow year after year, attracting local, national, and international visitors to enjoy the best local live music, food & drink and a host of family entertainment.

Memory Cafe
2026-09-09 13:30 - 15:00 | Ilfracombe Museum, Ilfracombe Museum, Wilder Road, Ilfracombe, EX34 8AF, United Kingdom
A friendly cafe for people with memory problems and their family/friends.
Free tea, coffee and cake with optional activities.

Ayurveda Yoga, Wellness & Detox Retreat
2026-09-10 - 2026-09-15 | North Devon Resort, North Devon Resort, Marlborough Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8PF
Rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul at the Ayurveda Yoga Wellness & Detox Retreat in North Devon.
Reconnect with nature, restore inner balance, and experience the healing power of Ayurveda and Yoga. Enjoy personalised treatments, guided yoga and meditation, plus wholesome Ayurvedic meals to cleanse, calm, and energise. Sessions include detox massage, sound healing, five sense therapy, mantra chanting and more!
Special half board weekend price! 18+ only.
Accommodation from £749 per person inc. half board accommodation and all wellness sessions!
Book your all-inclusive package: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ndrevents/2208994

Romeo and Juliet
2026-09-11 13:30 - 15:30 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Fri 11 Sep – Sat 12 Sep 2026 £30 1.30 & 7.30 0n 11 7.30 on 12

Two hearts. One fate. A timeless love reborn.
The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy. Blending dynamic staging, evocative sound, and the enduring power of Shakespeare’s verse, this retelling illuminates the passion, peril, and youthful intensity at the play’s core, inviting audiences to rediscover the world’s most famous star-crossed lovers.

Romeo and Juliet
2026-09-11 19:30 - 2026-09-12 21:30 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Two hearts. One fate. A timeless love reborn.
The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy. Blending dynamic staging, evocative sound, and the enduring power of Shakespeare’s verse, this retelling illuminates the passion, peril, and youthful intensity at the play’s core, inviting audiences to rediscover the world’s most famous star-crossed lovers.

TODDLER FEST 2026
2026-09-13 10:00 - 15:00 | The Big Sheep, The Big Sheep, Abbotsham Rd, Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5AP, United Kingdom
A BIG Day Out For Little People!”
If you have a little people under 5 this event is not to be missed! Everything you could ever wish for your baby and toddler all in one place…and bring along the older siblings!
Live Stage Shows, Interactive Games, Toddler Rides, Foam Party, Pets Corner, Soft Play, Love to Learn, Sports and Active Fun, Face Painting and so much more to keep the little’uns entertained all day! Bring your picnic blanket, dance in front of the stage and pop as many bubbles as you can!
Join us for non-stop FUN and entertainment for the whole family….

Summer Car Boot Sale
2026-09-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Ilfracombe Seafront, The Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BJ, United Kingdom
Raising funds for Studio Theatre Group

Garden Celebration at Arlington Court
2026-09-14 10:00 - 2026-09-20 16:00 | Arlington Court, Arlington Court National Trust, Barnstaple, EX31 4LP
As summer draws to a close, join us in celebrating the beauty, history, and hidden corners of Arlington’s gardens.
From Monday 14 to Sunday 20 September, visitors are invited to explore vibrant flower beds, uncover rarely seen behind-the-scenes spaces like the polytunnels and compost bays, discover more about how we care for our gardens, learn about the history of the garden and more. This year we will also be giving visitors a sneak peak of a new garden space, the Slip Garden, that we have been working on.
Learn about sustainable gardening, from green manures to planting for pollinators, and join our gardeners on weekdays for talks and demonstrations in traditional skill and discover the care and creativity that goes into maintaining these historic grounds.

Lifeboat Heritage Walks
2026-09-16 11:00 - 15:00 | RNLI Ilfracombe, RNLI Ilfracombe Lifeboat Station, Lifeboat House, Broad St, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9EE, United Kingdom
The first of this year’s guided walks exploring Ilfracombe’s rich sea rescue history is on Wednesday 1st April.All the walks are free and there is no need to book. Meet at 11am at the lifeboat station.

Dixie Normous Drag Bingo
2026-09-18 20:00 - 22:30 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Dixie is a larger-than-life international drag artist with over 10 years of experience commanding stages, captivating crowds, and bringing unforgettable energy to events of every size. Dixie blends old-school glamour with modern drag charisma to deliver show-stopping performances that leave audiences wanting more.

The Punky Reggae Weekend Party
2026-09-18 20:00 - 2026-09-21 10:00 | North Devon Resort, North Devon Resort, Marlborough Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8PF
Enjoy a full weekend of punk and reggae music. Experience the original outcasts soundtrack performed by and for people with attitude! Enjoy three days of pure, unadulterated, live punk and reggae in picturesque Ilfracombe. Brought to you by The Specialized Project CIC, a charitable social enterprise that brings people together through music and turns that energy into support for children and communities. Come to our high energy, retro party and support a good cause – feel good and do good! Early bookers will be allocated Superior apartments!

Contemporary & Heritage Crafts & Art Festival
2026-09-19 10:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | The Big Sheep, The Big Sheep, Abbotsham Rd, Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5AP, United Kingdom
Join us at created – Workshops • Live Music • Taster Sessions • Craft Demos
Meet the Makers from North Devon and Beyond!
Pottery Throwing • Paper Marbling • Macrame • Leather Work • Metal Wire Working • Cyanotype Art • Blacksmithing • Textile Art • Not so Naked Life Drawing Classes • Wood Whittling • Painting and more!
Chilled festival vibes with busking musicians and staged performances by local musicians and a programme of talks and discussions based on creativity!

Tactile
2026-09-19 19:30 - 22:00 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Written by Molly Gooch “Tactile” is a new contemporary play exploring how physical possessions connect us to reality in an increasingly digital world. The piece emerged from a simple question: What will be left when I die?

The Misanthrope
2026-09-22 19:00 - 21:00 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy. Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. Soon, she must confront the price of speaking her truth in a world that would rather silence her.

The FM Songbook – The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
2026-09-25 19:30 - 22:00 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Six-piece tribute band ‘The FM Songbook’ are not to be missed. Drawing from over SIX decades of hits from one of the greatest and most loved bands in music history expect all the classics and get ready to sing, dance and relive the magic of Fleetwood Mac.

Exhibition On Screen: David Hockney at The Royal Academy of Arts
2026-09-26 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-09-27 15:00 - 16:30 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
A Bigger Picture 2012 and 82 Portraits and One Still Life 2016
Widely considered Britain’s most popular artist, join us in celebrating the life of global sensation David Hockney featuring intimate and in-depth interviews with Hockney, this revealing film focuses on two blockbuster exhibitions held in 2012 and 2016 at the Royal Academy of Arts in London.
