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What's going on up there?? - Gallery Roof Renovations

We're making improvements to our Gallery space to replace the roof and fix the leaks.

The Gallery will be closed from 3 November 2025 for these works to take place. The rest of the building will be open as usual. Keep an eye on our socials for more exciting updates!

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Film

Only in cinemas!

Blue Moon

Fri 05 Dec, 2:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
On the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former...
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Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Bygone Brothel Tour

Age advisory 16+

Fri 05 Dec, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

A walking tour with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon', sharing true stories of Barnstaple's bygone Brothels in all...

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Music

Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream

Fri 05 Dec, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre

Celebrating the Legends: Hendrix, Clapton & Cream

Get ready for...

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Music - Folk Rock

The Kahunas Autumn / Winter Tour

Bar available. Cash preferred.

Sat 06 Dec to Sun 07 Dec
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Indie folk rock duo, The Kahunas bring hypnotic Waa Waa driven violin riffs on top of a driving dance beat. Melodic harmonies and vocals...

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Comedy

Andy Parsons: Please #@!$ off to Mars

Sat 06 Dec, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre

Life is hard. Come and have a laugh about it.

After his nationwide critical-smash sellout 2023/24 Tour, Andy is back...

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Exhibition

NEW for 2025!

CHRISTMAS MAKERS MARKET 2025

Sun 07 Dec to Sun 14 Dec
The Plough Arts Centre
WELCOME TO THE PLOUGH'S BIG CHRISTMAS MAKERS MARKET!

Cards Handmade Soap Ceramics Handcrafted Festive Delights Woodcrafts Contemporary...

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12A
Film

Only in cinemas!

The Choral

Fri 12 Dec to Sat 20 Dec
The Plough Arts Centre
A Yorkshire village’s choral society finds its ranks depleted as men head off to war. With the annual performance looming, the society is...
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PG
Film

The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long!

+ warm up your voice at 7pm with Debbie Kent!

Fri 12 Dec, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Step up and join us for a fun and festive Singalong Screening of The Greatest Showman. Warm up your vocals beforehand with sensational...
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Workshops

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Festive Candle Making Workshop

Suitable for ages 13+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a...

Thu 04 Dec, 7:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Nearly full

Tutor: Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery and Healing

In this workshop you’ll be creating two natural, essential oil candles....

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Festive Workshop @ THE PLOUGH

Cheerful Christmas Wreath Making!

Tutor Jane Davies

Sun 07 Dec
The Plough Arts Centre
The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre

Come and join experienced guide Jane Davies and select from an array of festive foliage to create a stunning and unique Christmas Wreath...

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Winter Wonderland in Acrylics

Suitable for all ages 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a...

Sat 13 Dec, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: John Piper Get into the Christmas spirit with this acrylic painting workshop with Artist John Piper, inspired by the Chronicles of...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Introduction to Acrylics 3 week course

Suitable for adults and older children 14+. Under 16’s must be...

Sat 10 Jan, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Tutor: John Piper

This 3 week course (Saturdays 10-24 January, 10am-4pm) will take you through the basics of painting in...

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Owl Mosaic Workshop

Suitable for adults and older children 14+. Under 16’s must be...

Sat 17 Jan, 2:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Tutor: Juliette Hayward

Come along and enjoy an afternoon of mosaic.

Make a beautiful owl from upcycled, broken crockery...

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Bird Bath Pottery Workshop

Suitable for all ages 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a...

Sat 24 Jan, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Tutor: Helen McCormick

Come and join Helen for a fun day learning how to create your own bird bath for your garden from clay....

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Sea Urchin Pottery Workshop

Suitable for all ages 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a...

Sun 25 Jan, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Tutor: Helen McCormick

Come join Helen for a relaxed, creative pottery workshop where you’ll make your very own sea urchin bud...

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Workshop - Visual Arts

Spring Bird Garden Ornament Pottery Workshop

Suitable for all ages 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a...

Sun 25 Jan, 2:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Helen McCormick Celebrate the season of new beginnings with a relaxed, creative workshop where you’ll sculpt your very own spring...
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Monday: 7-9pm (during term time)
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re-opening 6:30pm - close.

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Patrons: Sir Michael Morpurgo O.B.E., Jenny Eclair, Sir Andrew Motion, Alistair McGowan, Show of Hands, Ian McMillan, Richard Digance, Tape Face, Dave Kelly

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The Plough Arts Centre is delighted to acknowledge the financial support of: 
Great Torrington Town Council, Torrington Town and Lands Charities, Devon County Council, Torridge District Council, Arts Council England, The UK Culture Recovery Fund, The National Lottery Community Fund, Boshier Hinton, Barnstaple Town Council, Davie Barnstaple Trust, Garfield Weston 

Supported by Arts Council England (logo) and The National Lottery

The Plough Arts Centre Limited,
9–11 Fore Street,
Great Torrington,
Devon, EX38 8HQ

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