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Exhibition
Today!

The Gallery @ The Plough presents

Luna North

Fri 24 Apr to Sat 02 May
 (6 dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
The Plough is delighted to welcome reknowned painter and printmaker Luna North to The Gallery for a vibrant new solo show in April 2026...
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12A
Film
Today!

H is for Hawk

Fri 24 Apr, 2:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
A record of a spiritual journey, H Is for Hawk is a love letter to the raw beauty of British landscapes, a story about memory and nature...
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Haunted History Tour
Today!

We are thrilled to have been granted exclusive access to this beautiful home.

Hall 'Upstairs Downstairs' Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Fri 24 Apr to Fri 16 Oct
 (4 dates)
Hall, Bishops Tawton
A fascinating tour of the beautiful Hall house, a family home for generations, rich in historical elegance. Stories of their eccentric and...
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Live Music
Today!

Dire Streets

Fri 24 Apr, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Dire Streets – The UK’s Leading Dire Straits Tribute Step back into the golden age of classic rock as Dire Streets bring the music of one...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Middlies (11-14 yrs)

Summer Term April 2026

Sat 25 Apr to Sat 18 Jul
 (12 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 Seniors (14-18 yrs)

Summer Term April 2026

Sat 25 Apr to Sat 18 Jul
 (12 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
Young people join our Senior Youth Theatre company at around 14 years old, where they will explore experimental theatre, comedic acting,...
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Workshop

Safari in Soft Pastels Workshop

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sat 25 Apr, 10:00am
Barnstaple Guildhall
Tutor: John Piper This day workshop in soft pastel sticks with artist John Piper will give you the chance to create a beautiful portrait of...
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Workshop

Colourful Coiled Basket Workshop

With experienced wellbeing and creative practitioner Lorna Green

Sat 25 Apr, 10:30am
The Plough Arts Centre
The Plough's Spring creative workshop programme features a mindful making session with contemporary artist and tutor Lorna Green of Maud...
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Workshop

North Devon Poetry Stanza

Sat 25 Apr, 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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Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Juniors (8-11 yrs)

Summer Term April 2026

Sat 25 Apr to Sat 18 Jul
 (12 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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PG
Film

The Magic Faraway Tree

Sat 25 Apr to Sat 02 May
 (2 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
A brand new adaptation of Enid Blyton’s famous children's book, adapted for screen by Simon Farnaby (Horrible Histories, Ghosts). Follow...
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Live Comedy

Live Nation presents

The Comedy Store

Sat 25 Apr to Sat 28 Nov
 (4 performances)
The Plough Arts Centre
The Plough Arts Centre is one of only nine UK venues to be chosen by The Comedy Store, London. With nearly 40 years’ experience in the...
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Workshop

Weave a Willow Swallow and Bullrushes Workshop

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sun 26 Apr, 10:00am
Barnstaple Guildhall
Sold out
Tutor: Lucy Turner On this full day workshop, you will learn the basic techniques and skills to create a swallow or swift shaped bird, and...
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Did you miss out? Lucy Turner has another workshop in July...
Willow Bird Sculpture Workshop (Chicken/Duck/Pheasant/Heron)
Workshop

Ploughcappella with Rosa Rebecka

Summer Term 2026 (April - June)

Mon 27 Apr to Mon 29 Jun
 (9 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
Whether you're an experienced singer or you're just finding your voice, all are welcome with North Devon’s thriving Community Choir! £80...
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Workshop

Prism Drama

Summer Term April 2026

Tue 28 Apr to Tue 14 Jul
 (11 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
An exciting weekly drama and performance workshop for adults with additional and supportive needs. Limited numbers. For further information...
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Workshop

Motion Dance

Summer Term April 2026

Tue 28 Apr to Tue 14 Jul
 (11 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
An enjoyable weekly dance and movement workshop for adults with additional and supportive needs. Limited numbers. For further information...
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Workshop

Spring Pilates

Please note booking information

Tue 28 Apr, 6:45pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Join Rebecca of Healthy Balance Pilates to celebrate Spring; you’ll be guided through a Pilates practice designed to awaken the body after...
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Haunted History Tour

Please note: St Anne's will be closed to the pubic, due to essential building works.

Barnstaple Town Centre: Southgate End Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Wed 29 Apr to Fri 17 Jul
 (3 dates)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Walking Haunted History Tour with Susan Pengelly of 'Haunted History Tours of Devon'. Stories of murder, betrayal, prison tales, ghosts and...
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Workshop - Youth Theatre

PYT Creative Writing

Summer Term April 2026

Thu 30 Apr to Thu 23 Jul
 (12 term dates)
The Plough Arts Centre
This exciting new term of creative writing workshops will give young people tools and skill development across a variety of creative and...
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Workshop

Crystal Sound Bath Meditation

Please note booking information

Thu 30 Apr to Wed 16 Dec
 (9 sessions)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Barnstaple Guildhall
Castle Centre, 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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12A
Film

Mother's Pride

Fri 01 May
 (2 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
From the team behind 'Finding Your Feet' and 'Fisherman’s Friends' comes Mother’s Pride, a story about the Harley family who after losing...
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Workshop

Wild Flower Meadow in Acrylics Workshop

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sat 02 May, 10:00am
Barnstaple Guildhall
Tutor: John Piper North Devon artist John Piper will guide you step by step in this acrylic painting workshop to create a beautiful vibrant...
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Live Theatre

David Mynne (Founder Member of Kneehigh Theatre) presents: Widdershins

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sat 02 May, 7:30pm
Barnstaple Guildhall
WIDDERSHINS Three times round the circle And faerie-land begins Three times round the wrong way And call it widdershins Old Cornish Nursery...
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Film

The Drama

Sat 02 May to Sat 23 May
 (2 screenings)
The Plough Arts Centre
A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails. From A24 - the studio behind...
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Live Music

The Luke Combs Experience

Sat 02 May, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Cancelled
We regret to announce that this event has been cancelled. In the lead-up to the event, we have been trying to make contact with the band to...
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Other

National Women’s Register

NWR (National Women’s Register) is a registered charity operating throughout Great Britain connecting women through discussions and activities.

Thu 07 May to Thu 13 Aug
 (4 sessions)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Castle Centre, Barnstaple
Barnstaple Guildhall
National Women’s Register is an organisation for all women. NWR is a social organisation and our style is informal and relaxed. Local group...
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Haunted History Tour

Please note: St Anne's will be closed to the pubic, due to essential building works.

Barnstaple Town & Workhouse Haunted History Tour

Age advisory 14+

Thu 07 May, 7:30pm
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Walking Haunted History Tour of old Barnstaple with Susan Pengelly. True stories of how people lived a wretched existance in the Workhouse...
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Workshop

Plough Storytelling Circle

First Thursday of every month at ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple

Thu 07 May to Thu 03 Dec
 (8 sessions)
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Castle Centre, Barnstaple
Since people began to talk they have gathered around fires and listened to stories, and although we cannot provide the fire, we can give...
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12A
Film

Project Hail Mary

Fri 08 May, 10:30am
The Plough Arts Centre
11.9 Light-years from home. 6th grade science teacher. 1 chance to save us all. Science teacher Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up on a...
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Workshop

Spring Solstice Goddess Pottery Sculpture Workshop

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sat 09 May, 10:00am
Barnstaple Guildhall
Tutor: Helen McCormick To celebrate the Spring Solstice, this workshop invites you to create your own Spring Goddess sculpture from...
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Workshop

Plough Writers

from May 2026

Sat 09 May to Sat 06 Jun
 (2 sessions)
The Plough Arts Centre
Tutor Lizzie Bauer will host these workshops, perfect for those who wish to develop their creative writing skills. The Plough Writers are...
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Other

Charles Hanson Valuations

Wed 13 May to Wed 16 Dec
 (7 sessions)
The Gallery at 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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Live Comedy

Janet Street-Porter Is Off the Leash

Priority booking for Supporters until 3 July 2025!

Wed 13 May, 7:30pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Supporters: Log in before selecting "Book Online" to access priority booking! From a bolshy child with a Welsh-speaking budgie to National...
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12A
Film

Midwinter Break

Fri 15 May, 2:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Starring Academy Award nominees Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) and Ciarán Hinds (Belfast). Based on the acclaimed novel, Midwinter Break...
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Live Music

Priority Booking for Supporters until 25 October!

Fleetwood Mac Songbook

Fri 15 May to Sat 16 May
 (2 performances)
The Plough Arts Centre
Supporters: Log in before selecting "Book Online" to access priority booking! After two sold-out shows at The Plough Arts Centre, the...
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Film

Rose of Nevada

Sat 16 May, 2:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
"A Cornish modern classic. Eerie, heart-breaking, wonderful" – Mark Kermode When a fishing boat, the Rose of Nevada, lost with all hands 30...
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Film

The North

Fri 22 May, 2:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
Shot entirely in the Scottish Highlands, The North is a beautiful ode to friendship and the healing power of nature. Bart Schrijver’s...
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Workshop

Terracotta Dragon Sculpture Pottery Workshop

Please note: The event will take place at The Guildhall, Barnstaple, due to essential building works at St Anne's. For wheelchair users, the Guildhall is wheelchair accessible through a side entrance with level access.

Sat 23 May, 10:00am
ThePlough@StAnne's, Barnstaple
Barnstaple Guildhall
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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Live Music

Swing from Paris

Sat 23 May, 8:00pm
The Plough Arts Centre
An evening of Parisian-flavoured swing, jazz & vintage charm Step into the smoky cafés of Montmartre and the golden age of European...
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