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Contemporary Artists Membership Platform presents

DIALOGUES

An exhibition of Sculptural works

Wed 15 Oct to Sat 01 Nov
 (12 dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
The Plough welcomes 13 sculptors to the Gallery for an exhibiton dedicated to Sculpture! DIALOGUES features sculptural works by members of...
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Exhibition
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EXHIBITION @ THE PLOUGH

ROB FRANKSDAD : Everything Is Connected!

Wed 15 Oct to Sat 01 Nov
 (12 dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
The Plough is excited to host Contemporary Artists and Photogrpaher Rob Franksdad for an engaging show which will be on display on the...
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Other
Today!

Come along and meet Charles Hanson

Antiques Valuation Day with Charles Hanson

Wed 15 Oct to Wed 17 Dec
 (3 sessions)
Dance Studio at The Plough Arts Centre
The Plough Arts Centre
Bring along your Jewellery, Silver, Gold, Fine China & Toys! All types of antiques and collectables can be entered into auction. Just...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Creative Writing (8-18 yrs)

Creative writing, scriptwriting and writing for performance

Thu 16 Oct to Thu 18 Dec
 (9 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
This exciting new term of creative writing workshops will be will give young people tools and skill development across a variety of...
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Other

Flutes in Cahoots Gathering

Thu 16 Oct, 7:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Join us for this flute choir session. Different styles of music, lots of fun. We have a few big flutes to try too! If you've not been...
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Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Riverside Tales Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Thu 16 Oct, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Stories of intrigue, strange phenomena, rebels and rogues, ghostly experiences, smuggling and much more. This tour is comprised of Cross...
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Theatre

YIPPEE KI YAY (the parody celebration of Die Hard)

Thu 16 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
James Seabright presents Yippee Ki Yay (the parody celebration of Die Hard) Written and performed by Richard Marsh Acclaimed retelling of...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @The Plough

FLOWERS WITH STYLE! 2-Week Colour Linocut Printmaking Workshop

Lead by experienced tutor Luna North - Sessions run on Friday 17th and 24th October.

Cancelled
Fri 17 Oct to Fri 24 Oct
 (2 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
Cancelled
Join Luna as she guides you through the design process required to create a beautiful two colour, flower inspired linocut print. The course...
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PG
Film

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

Fri 17 Oct to Fri 14 Nov
 (3 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE, the cinematic return of the global phenomenon, follows the Crawley family and their staff as they enter...
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Music - Acoustic

Barney Kenny

Doors open at 7pm.

Fri 17 Oct, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Having supported the likes of Seth Lakeman, Baskery, Iona Lane, True Strays. Martin Carthy, Geoff Lakeman, Mishra, Mad Dog McRea, Wille and...
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Music

Seriously Collins – A Tribute to Phil Collins & Genesis

Fri 17 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Experience the Magic of Phil Collins and Genesis! Seriously Collins: The Genuine Tribute Show Get ready to be transported back in time as...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Middlies (11-14 yrs)

START TIME 10am

Sat 18 Oct to Sat 13 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
This popular group is excited for its second year of contemporary drama and theatre for young people aged 11-14 ish years! Places go...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Seniors (14-18 years)

START TIME 10am

Sat 18 Oct to Sat 13 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
A new term, new time and new teacher! We welcome new participants, regardless of experience! Young people join our Senior Youth Theatre...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Seaside town (Naive art) Watercolours

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

Sat 18 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: John Piper Come along and paint your favourite seaside town in this popular “Naive art” genre. North Devon artist John Piper will...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Willow Bird Sculpture Workshop (Chicken/Duck/Pheasant/Heron)

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

Sat 18 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Lucy Turner On this full day workshop, you will learn the basic techniques and skills to create a magnificent willow bird (chicken/...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Next Stage (13-16yrs) Sep25

START TIME 12pm

Sat 18 Oct to Sat 13 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
This popular group is excited for its second year of contemporary drama and theatre for young people aged 11-14 ish years! Places go...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Infant Play Explorers (4-7 years)

START TIME 12:30pm

Sat 18 Oct to Sat 13 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
Fun and friendly weekly workshops and exciting performance opportunities - Plough Youth Theatre is the place to be! Learn new skills, make...
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Autumn Term 2025

PYT Juniors (8-11 years)

START TIME 2pm

Sat 18 Oct to Sat 13 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
Fun and friendly weekly workshops and exciting performance opportunities - Plough Youth Theatre is the place to be! Develop your...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

Autumn Term 2025

PYT Creative Dance (8-18 yrs)

START TIME 4pm

Sat 18 Oct to Sat 13 Dec
 (8 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
These popular classes give young people the opportunity to express themselves, tell stories and learn performance skills through a variety...
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Music

An evening of immersive sound and experimental performance, where ritual, raw electronics, and nature-inspired improvisation converge.

Pattern Recognition presents: Lichon & She The Throne with Infected Senses

Doors open at 7pm.

Sat 18 Oct, 7:00pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
She The Throne are a ritual noise duo from Manchester. Their performances summon an ancient rhythmic union, merging performer, space, and...
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Music

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman

Sat 18 Oct, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Duos come and duos go, and some nurture and fine tune their art and watch it grow into something totally original and captivating. For...
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Talk

The Globe AGM

Mon 20 Oct, 6:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
The Globe Hotel is delighted to welcome you to our first AGM. We have over 700 members, which is wonderful news! We have decided that it is...
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Community course

Prism Drama

An Exciting Weekly Drama Group for Adults with Disabilities

Tue 21 Oct to Tue 09 Dec
 (7 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
An exciting weekly drama and performance workshop for adults with additional and supportive needs. Limited numbers.
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Community course

Motion Dance

An Enjoyable Weekly Dance & Movement Group for Adults with Disabilities

Tue 21 Oct to Tue 09 Dec
 (7 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
An enjoyable weekly dance and movement workshop for adults with additional and supportive needs. Limited numbers.
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Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Cake & Craft. Wrapping Paper

Wed 22 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing. Use different printing methods to create sheets of personalised wrapping paper to...
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Workshop

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @ The Plough

Life Drawing Gym

Flex your drawing skills in 2025

Wed 22 Oct, 6:30pm
The Gallery at The Plough Arts Centre
The Plough Arts Centre
A regular Life Drawing session that runs on occaisional Wednesdays, 6.30 - 8.30pm in The Gallery. Run by artists, for artists! Come and...
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Haunted History Tour

Barnstaple Bygone Brothel Tour

Age advisory 16+

Thu 23 Oct, 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 their...
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Film

Buy One get One Free - Limited time offer!

Ackroyd & Harvey: The Art of Activism

(Cert TBC)

Fri 24 Oct, 2:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Buy one ticket, get another free! Add two tickets to your basket to redeem this offer* When does practice become protest? Or protest,...
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Music

The Luke Combs Experience

Fri 24 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Get ready, country fans: The Luke Combs Experience is rollin’ into town and bringing the ultimate tribute to one of the biggest names in...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Gingerbread House Pottery Workshop

Sat 25 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Sold out
Join us for a cosy and creative day making your very own ceramic gingerbread house! This workshop is all about relaxing, getting creative,...
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Poetry/Spoken Word

North Devon Poetry Stanza

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Sat 25 Oct, 11:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
The North Devon Poetry Stanza is formed in the main of members of the national Poetry Society, of which it is a local chapter. It is a...
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Music - Rock

Roxy Magic

A tribute to Roxy Music...

Sat 25 Oct, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
UK’s longest-running and most acclaimed tribute to Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry, ROXY MAGIC can guarantee an unforgettable night of live...
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Workshop - Wellbeing

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Moon Circle

A monthly space to connect, reflect and empower your true self at ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Mon 27 Oct to Mon 24 Nov
 (2 sessions)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing. A women's circle offers us a place to step out of the pressures of daily life and into...
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Workshop

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Spooky Science Lab

Wed 29 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Seriously Fun Halloween Science for ages 5-10 In this frightfully fun science workshop, children will experiment, create & take home 4...
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Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Wheel of The Year Family Seasonal Celebration - Samhain

Wed 29 Oct, 2:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing. Celebrate the final harvest of the year, a time when our ancestors made their...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Slow Stitching, abstract, Embroidery Hoop workshop

Suitable for adults and older children 14+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Wed 29 Oct to Wed 25 Feb
 (2 sessions)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: Caron Hone Come along a create a beautiful Embroidery Hoop. You don't need to know all the technical stitches, or have a...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

Play in a Day - Roald Dahl’s The Witches

For ages 8–16. All welcome — the magic starts here!

Thu 30 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Step into the wonderfully wicked world of Roald Dahl in this fast-paced, fun-filled day of theatre! In just one day, you’ll rehearse and...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Terracotta Gargoyles for your garden/home

Fri 31 Oct, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Sold out
Tutor: Helen McCormick This pottery workshop is designed to be a relaxed, friendly space where you can meet new people and have the...
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Workshop

AUTUMN WORKSHOP SERIES @ The Plough

Zarzo Basket Making!

Lead by experienced tutor Jane Welsh

Fri 31 Oct, 10:00am
The Plough Arts Centre
A Zarzo basket is a type of willow basket originating from Spain. It is known for its distinctive criss-cross weave and elegant shape,...
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Music

The Melting Pot

Fri 31 Oct, 2:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
A spooktacular extravaganza! Featuring an array of fantastic young musicians. An afternoon festival that embraces the Halloween experience...
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Haunted History Tour

Witchy & Weird Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Fri 31 Oct to Thu 29 Oct
 (5 walks)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
A guided walking tour with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon', hearing true tales of witchcraft, strange deaths, ghosts and...
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Film

Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror

Fri 31 Oct, 8:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
In this SXSW hit, the cult phenomenon of Rocky Horror is explored in depth like never before with an extraordinary cast of contributors...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Terracotta Seated Dog Sculpture Workshop

All ages welcome (14 yrs & under must be accompanied by an adult).

Sat 01 Nov, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Nearly full
Tutor: Helen McCormick Celebrate your furry friend in clay at our pottery sculpture workshop, where you’ll create a terracotta sculpture of...
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Workshop - Visual Arts

Winter Hare in Watercolours

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

Sat 01 Nov, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Tutor: John Piper Join Artist John Piper for this day watercolour workshop painting a beautiful Winter hare resplendent in its white winter...
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Film

NT Live: Mrs Warren's Profession

Sat 01 Nov to Fri 14 Nov
 (2 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very...
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Music

Swimbridge Consort "The Winding Road"

Sat 01 Nov, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Join us on an exciting journey as we travel through a choral landscape from gems of the Renaissance to the glitz of the Ritz and look...
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Workshop - Wellbeing

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Crystal Sound Bath Meditation

Mon 03 Nov, 6:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
This wonderful Crystal Sound Bath Meditation combines the soothing energy of Crystals with the healing tones of a Sound Bath to provide the...
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Workshop

Ploughcappella with Rosa Rebecka

Mon 03 Nov to Mon 24 Nov
 (4 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
Find your voice with North Devon’s thriving Community Choir. £80 Full Price / £70 Supporters per Term (10 weeks) £40 Full Price / £35...
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Workshop

Plough Playwright Café

Suitable for all ages 14+.

Tue 04 Nov to Tue 02 Dec
 (2 sessions)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Join our welcoming monthly meet-up for playwrights and aspiring writers. Each session offers fun and stimulating writing exercises, the...
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Workshop - Wellbeing

Wellbeing Wednesday

Moving Meditation

Wed 05 Nov, 6:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
With Sarah Ward of Hedgewitch Soapery & Healing. Moving meditation is a relaxing session combining gentle movement, breath work and...
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