North Devon Insight - June 2024

Insight North Devon

June 2024

2024

Hello and welcome to the June edition.

We hope you enjoyed the first bank holiday weekend? It’s lovely to think another is on it’s way as well.

At the time of writing this, the sun is shining and we are forecast to have a good week, weather wise. I hope it continues to last into the next few months.

We have some great events this month and articles of interest, we hope you enjoy them. The Woofstock Music Festival is a new one on me!

We also have an advertiser called ‘Maths Help’ on page 6. Alan King, who is a former Maths teacher is offering maths lessons to children and donating all the profits to our local Hospice charities. So if your children need help, please consider using Alan.

Have fun, keep well and see you next month.

Lisa

Finally, if you would like to advertise your business to homes across Barnstaple and the surrounding areas each month, please get in touch.

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Abbey Gateway Club

ADVANCED MOTORCYCLING

Friday 6.45 - 8.45pm (during term times) - Pilton Community

College

Contact: Amanda on 07988 797785 18 years old and over - social gatherings for adults with Email: abbeygateway@gmail.com learning difficulties/disabilities

Devon Advanced Motorcyclists

Aikido - Braunton Club Tuesdays

Air Training Corps, Barnstaple

Army Cadet Force (N Devon)

Art for Leisure & Pleasure

Monday & Thursdays 7pm - 9.30pm - (13 - 18 year olds)

TA Centre, Barnstaple

Various detachments across North Devon

Roundswell Community Hall, Barnstaple

Contact: martinr4014@icloud.com

Contact: Jenny on 01769 560605

Contact: 01271 370863

Contact: Captain Trevor Gayton HQ on 01271 342296

Contact: Sylvia on 07500 380993 (Drawing & Painting Club)

Atlantic Coast Theatre

Wednesday 1.30 - 4.00pm

Main Productions happen once a year at Queen's Theatre, Barnstaple. Our rehearsals tend to be Barnstaple based (often at Landkey Primary School) and happen on Tuesday, Thursdays and Sundays in the run info@atlanticcoasttheatre.co.uk up to the main show.

Ballroom and Sequence Dancing 1st and 3rd Sunday in month - Roundswell Community

Contact: 08456 521524

Contact: Tom on 01271 329013 Centre - 7.30 - 10pm

Barnstaple Amateur Boxing Club Mon, Wed, Friday 6-7.30pm

Barnstaple Bridge Club

Barnstaple Bowling Club

Atlantic Coast Gym, Rackfield Court, Barnstaple

Contact: Mark on 07749 231121 marksimpson1958@hotmail.co.uk

Roundswell Community Centre. Thursdays 7pm - 10.30pm Members £2, Non members £3

Contact: Carol on 01271 343394

Summer Bowling and Winter Social activities, Ashleigh Road, Barnstaple. Times & dates vary during winter for social activities, bowling starts Contact: in early April

Leonie Joachim-Rowe on 01271 327409

Barnstaple Chess Club Thursday evenings from 7:30 pm Barnstaple Conservative Club, 13 Boutport Street, EX31 1RW Contact: Graham Jones - grjones88@aol.com

Barnstaple & District Wine Circle

2nd Wednesday of the month - Fremington Village Hall

Barnstaple Floral Art Club 4th Monday of the month - Fremington Parish Hall - 7pm

Barnstaple Jubilee Singers

Wednesday at 7.30pm - Christchurch, Bear Street, B’ple

Contact: Heather on 01271 328415

Contact: Jenny on 07968109378

Barnstaple Ladies Choir email barnstapleladieschoir@gmail.com or our Facebook page Contact- Lynne on 01271 376432

Barnstaple Macular Support Group Queen's Theatre, 4th Tuesday of each month at 10.30 am

Barnstaple Male Voice Choir

Contact: Sue on 07723 701 578

Mondays at 7.30pm, St Paul’s Church, Shoreland Road, Barnstaple. Contact: 01271 830575/07919887870 EX31 3AA. See our website www.barnstaplemalevoicechoir.co.uk or grahamlang@btinternet.com our Facebook page for contact details.

Barnstaple Pilot Gig Club Regularly row on the River Taw, taster sessions for

Barnstaple Sea Cadets

secretary@barnstaplepilotgigclub.co.uk newcomers ww.barnstaplepilotgigclub@googlemail.com

Monday & Thursday evenings 7-9pm Rolle Quay, Barnstaple 01271 379169

TS Valiant seacadetsbarnstaple@gmail.com

Barnstaple Town Youth Marching Band Wednesday 6.30 - 9pm - The Barnstaple Youth House, Market Street Contact: Joy Cann on 01271 323158 Barnstaple email: Andrew.cann1@btopenworld.com

Barnstaple U3a

Meet 1st Thursday of month in Roundswell Community Hall

Contact: Ian Woodward on 07791 936228 for our coffee meeting which usually includes an interesting speaker

Barum Boxing Club Mon, Wed & Fri 6-7pm Juniors & 7-8.30pm Seniors

Barum Boxing Club, Rolle Quay, Barnstaple

Contact: 07855 824317

Barum Conservative Club Golf Society Typically, golf on last Sunday in month, Feb-Nov, to courses Contact: Robin on 07971493811 within 90 mins drive and socially, each following Wed at Barnstaple Conservative Club

Beavers - 1st Fremington

Monday 5.15 - 6.30pm - The Scout Hut, Seaking Road, Fremington Contact: Debbie on 07967 491777

Beavers - 50th North Devon Tues 6.15 - 7.15pm - Ellerslie Rd Playing Fields, Sticklepath

Beavers - 5th North Devon (Bishops Tawton) Mon 5.45 - 7pm - Scout Hut, Codden Hill, Bishops Tawton

Contact: Clare on 07929 618502 Clare.50thcubs@gmail.com

Contact: Gwen Rider on 01271 322109 Beavers - 1st North Devon B’ple Monday 5.30pm - 6.30pm - Trinity Church Hall, Newport

Contact: Mark on 07713 386 588 Bideford Friday Afternoon Table

Tennis Group

Bideford Youth Centre 2.30-4.30pm. New members welcome Contact: 01271 861797

Bishops Tawton Pre School Methodist Church, Exeter Road, Bishops Tawton

Bishops Tawton Toddler Group

Contact: Julie on 01271 267303 Mon - Fri 9.00 - 3.00. Integration days into Bishops Tawton Primary School

Every Tuesday - 1pm - 3.00pm - £2.00 per family, 50p additional childrenContact: 01271 267303 www.bishopstawtonpreschool.co.uk

Bonsai Society - North Devon www.bonsai-northdevon.co.uk

Contact: Roy on 01398 341440/ 2nd Mon of the month at 7.30pm Alan on 01271 322916 Borderline Morris Dancing Various locations - see website, www.borderlinemorris.org bag@borderlinemorris.org

Bosom Buddies -

1st Tuesday of the month, 7pm, Barnstaple Rugby Club

Contact: Lesley on 01271 865580/ Bowling Club - United Services

The Green, Pottington Road, Barnstaple

Contact: Chris on 07714 365273/ info@unitedservicesbowlingclub.co.uk

Liz on 01271 314306

Breast Cancer Support Group 07874 088828

Braunton Camera Club

Meet on Monday evenings

Breast Feeding Support Group Friday mornings 10am - 11.30 Forches Children’s Centre

Bridge Group

British Cactus & Succulent Society

British Naturalists’ Association

Taw & Exmoor Branch

Brownies - Fremington

Brownies - 1st Landkey

Brownies - 1st Tawstock (St Michael’s)

Brownies - Torrington

Brownies - Bickington

Every Tuesday 2.00-4.30pm. Fremington Parish Hall

1st Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm, Landkey Village Hall

Outings held on a monthly basis

Wed 6.30 - 8pm - Riverside Park Community Centre

Monday evenings

St Michael’s Learning Centre, Sticklepath - Wed 6.15 - 7.30pm

Monday 6 - 7.30pm/Wednesday 6.30 - 8pm Baptist Hall, New Street

BUGS - Barnstaple Ukulele Group 2nd Tuesday each month 7.30-9.00pm

The Corner House, Boutport Street, Barnstaple Byeways Bowling Club Fremington

Carol Anne Netball Club

Saturday Science Club

Chivenor Air Training Corps

All ages and abilities - newcomers welcome

Every Saturday morning at Barnstaple Library

Booking essential.

Mondays and Thursdays at 6.45pm - (13 - 18 year olds)

www.chivenoraircadets.org.uk / www.facebook.com/chivenoraircadets

Contact: 01271 883306/07812 753361

Contact: 01271 345520

Contact: Barry on 01271 346494

Contact: Brian Sims on 01271 343607

Contact: Karen on 07910 260308

Contact: Sarah on 01271 830712

Contact: Emma on 07814 733919

Contact: Jayne 01805 622089

Contact: Rhonda on 01271 372891

Contact: Angie on 07876 028331

Contact: Penny on 01271 324024

Contact: Sally on 07779 049015

Contact: Ruth on 07847 006048

Contact: 01271 817318

The Acupuncture Studio

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CoeliacUK North Devon Group

Craft Coop

Crosspatch Quilters

Cubs - 1st Fremington

Cubs - 50th North Devon

Cubs - 5th North Devon(Bishops Tawton)

Cubs - 1st North Devon B’ple

Devon Wildlife Trust

Diabetes UK

Meet at Fremington Parish Hall. Offering advice and support to people with gluten intolerance northdevon@coeliac.org.uk

Monthly on a Tuesday, 7pm at St Saints Chapel, Instow

Contact in advance of attending for materials list

Fremington Parish hall 10pm - 4pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month

Thursday 6.30 - 8pm - The Scout Hut, Seaking Road, Fremington

Wed 6.30 - 8pm - Ellerslie Rd Playing Fields, Sticklepath

Tue 6.30 - 8pm, Scout Hut, Codden Hill, B’Tawton

Monday 6.45pm - 8.15pm - Trinity Church Hall, Newport

Devon Wildlife Trust - Events

Roundswell Community Hall

Eastside AFC Youth Football Club For more information see www.eastsideafc.co.uk

Exercise Classes Fitness League

Fremington Friendship Club

Meet every alternate Thursday

Contact: Janet Ellis on 01271 831504

Contact: Sue on 01271 376729

Contact: Yuko 01271 321538

Contact: Grazie on 07867 318874

Contact: Clare on 07929 618502

Contact: Helen Hearn on 01271 379133

Contact: Mark on 07713 386 588

Contact: 01392 279244

Contact Rose on 01271 371072

Contact: Stuart on 07832 199281

Contact Michele 01237 422195

Contact Jenny 07968 109378 2pm, The Methodist Church Hall, Old School Lane, Fremington Fremington Short Mat Bowling Club Wednesday morning, Friday afternoons

Guides - Fremington Monday 7 - 9pm - Riverside Park Community Centre

Guides - 1st Landkey Thursday evenings

Guides - Torrington Monday 7 - 8.30pm - Torrington Junior School Hall

Guides - Senior Section - Torrington

Monday 7.45 - 9.15pm, Torrington Rugby Club

Handprint Parent & Toddler Group Livingwells Church, Unit 1, Braunton Road,

Contact: Alan on 01271 377116

Contact: Rose on 01271 860882

Contact: Charlotte on 01271 830671

Contact: Jayne on 01805 622089

Contact: Jayne on 01805 622089

Contact: Maggie on 01271 328394 or Wednesdays 10.30am - 12.00

Emma on 07890 383447

Happy Hands Playgroup Tuesdays & Fridays - 9.30 - 11.30am

Contact: Tracey on 01271 830618 or Old Pre- School Building, Vicarage Road, Landkey 07828 789699 £1.50 adult & child (extra 50p for extra children)

Happy Hoppers Pre-School Gymnastics Fun activities for children - 18 months to school starters

Tel: 01271 859191

Harmony Christian Choir of North Devon Welcome singers from all denominations to rehearsals Monday at gdreed51@gmail.com 7.00pm - Sticklepath Methodist Church, Rhododendron Ave, Sticklepath Headway North Devon Day Centre @ the Salvation Army Hall. Oakleigh Road, B’ple for people with acquired brain injuries (either from accident or illness)

Contact: 07971174960 Our session runs from 10.30am to 3.30pm every Tuesday headwayndmobile@gmail.com

Hockey Club - North Devon Mens Park School. Matches on Saturdays with training on www.northdevonhockeyclub.co.uk Hockey Club - Taw Valley Ladies Wed (6.45-8.45pm) & Tue (6.45-7.45pm for junior boys www.tawvalleyhockeyclub.org and girls, 7.45-8.45pm adults) respectively. Inner Wheel Club of Barnstaple 1st Tuesday of each month at Barnstaple Hotel, 12.00 for 12.30

Contact: Gabrielle on 01237 477021 Jiggy Wrigglers (musical activity Tue 10am - St Paul’s Church, Old Sticklepath Hill

Contact: Clare on 07870 628681 group for babies, toddlers & Tue 1.30pm - The Coffee Shop, Chivenor northdevon@jiggywrigglers.com pre-schoolers Fri 10am - Northam Community Centre, Fore Street www.jigglywrigglers.com Keep Fit

Wednesdays - Fremington Church Hall 9.30-10.30am

Contact: 07818 066239 for details Fridays - Fremington Church Hall 9.30-10.30am

Kenwith Company of Archers Tuesday evenings at our Littleham Field outdoors and

Landkey Horticultural Society

Contact: Peter on 07515 878671 Bideford indoors. Taster sessions & beginners course for newcomers or David on 07866 667971

Last Tuesday of the month - Sep - April except December

Contact: Gemma on 01271 831224 Landkey Mothers Union 4th Wednesday of the month at 2.30pm

Contact: Eileen on 01271 831020 Landkey Painters

Lundy Art Group

Memories are made of this

Newport Badminton Club

Mondays in the Village Hall

Last Friday of the month except March and December

Contact: Lyn on 01271 830339

Contact: Joan on 01237 423884 Blue Lights Hall, Vernons Lane, Appledore, 10am - 1pm

A group organised by the Barnstaple Link Rotary Club, for those Contact Mike on 01271 373688 or living with dementia, and their carers. We have a morning packed with Ralph on 01271890185 fun, at the Roundswell Community Hall , from 1000-1200 every third Thursday in the month throughout the year.

We meet every Monday evening at 7pm Leisure Centre, Barnstaple. Contact Graham on 07793484148

We're currently looking for another lady player.

The members play for fun, not competition.

Newton Tracey Cricket Club Youth Training Wednesday evenings commences 19 May, senior training Friday evenings, commences 30 April

Nikki’s Irish Dance

North Devon Astronomical Society

Get in touch for information on class times &venues

Contact: Graham on 07760 197550

Contact: 074029 12164 www.themagicofirishdance.yolasite.com

The 1st Wed of every month at 7.45pm at the Methodist Church hall, Rhododendron Avenue, Sticklepath

North Devon Branch of Horestone Apiary, Near Umberleigh

Contact: Julie on 01271 345374

Contact: Barbara Carlyle on Devon Beekeepers Every Tuesday 12-3pm. www.northdevonbees.org

North Devon Choral Society

North Devon Forum for Autism and Related Behaviours

North Devon Hockey Club

Methodist Church Hall, Bear Street, B’ple

01271 882303

Contact: Membership Secretary Choral works performed three times per year. Rehearsals ingridh@uwclub.net Tuesdays 7:30-9:30pm No audition necessary www.northdevonchoral.org.uk

Meet monthly for advice and a chat

14 year olds and over ! Play at Park school.

North Devon Model Society club. Meet every Tue 6.30 - 9pm at Fremington parish Hall

North Devon Motor Club

Contact : 07923 481 332

Contact: Nick Howells on 01271 377395

Contact: Sera on 01237 459102 www.northdevonmodelsociety.co.uk

Your local club for grass root motor sport Monthly meetings - 1st Wed of the month.

North Devon Ramblers 2 walks most weeks

North Devon Rocket Club

North Devon Society of Model Engineers

North Devon Woodturners

Launch rockets at Chapleton Barton Farm

Fremington Methodist Church, 7.30pm 1st Friday of the month

We meet every 3rd Friday of the month at Fremington Village Hall at 7pm. www.northdevonwoodturners.org.uk

Parkinson’s UK - Northern Devon Exercise classes and coffee mornings

Petrovian Orchestra of Barnstaple

Pilton Art Group

Rehearsal details - Tuesdays, Term Time at 7.30pm - 9.30pm St Paul’s Church, Sticklepath, EX31 2BG

Details: www.ndmc.org.uk

Contact: Janice Hurdle on 07765 091260

Contact: 01271 372331

Contact: David on 01271 343735

Contact: Bryan on 01271 883487

Contact: Pamela on 01805 804025/ John on 01237 473337

Contact: 01271 346898

We are in Pilton Old School, top of Pilton Street through the arch just info@piltonartsgroup.com past the church. Drop in sessions Mon, Thur & Sat 10am -12.30, Tues 6-8pm. www.piltonartsgroup.com.

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Pilton Academicals Football Club

Pins and Needles

Training: Wednesday (6.30 - 8pm Jul - Oct)

(7.30 - 9pm Oct - April) at Pilton Community College,

A small friendly group working with needles, threads, wool and pins

We meet 2nd Saturday of each month 9.30-12.30 at the Methodist Hall, Rhododendron Ave, Barnstaple on bus route 21

Radio Controlled Sailboat racing Wednesday mornings. Tamar Lakes, Kilkhampton

Rainbows - Torrington

Rainbows - 1st & 2nd Fremington

Rock Park Bowling Club

Monday 6.15 - 7.15pm - Torrington Rugby Club

Wednesday 5.20 - 6.20pm Riverside Park Community Centre

Ladies Mile, Rock Park, Barnstaple

From 6pm until late from April - September. All welcome Rotary Club of Barnstaple

Rotary Club of Barnstaple Link

Roundswell Parent & Toddler Group

Roundswell Short Mat Bowling

Saturday S.O.B Club

Thursday 1pm at the Park Hotel.

Come and Join us and see what we do, we are a friendly club, serving the community.

Wednesdays 7.00 at Barnstaple Hotel.

Fun and service to the community. Come and see what we do!

Wednesday 10am - 11.30am Roundswell Community Centre

Tue am and Thurs pm - Community Centre

Church Hall, Wrafton on the 1st Saturday of each month

Contact: Antony on 07533 306 851

Contact: Anita on 01237 422458

Contact: John on 01237 473446

Contact: Jayne on 01805 622089

Contact: Francesca on 07950 370059

Contact: Richard on 01271 373395

Contact: Brian on 01237 477021

Contact: Mike on 01598 710613

Contact: Alan on 01271 321523

Contact: Ali on 01271 890217 (Short of Breath) from 2-4pm.

Scouts - 1st Fremington

Scouts - 50th North Devon

Scouts - 5th North Devon (Bishops Tawton)

Tuesday 7-9.00pm - The Scout Hut, Seaking Road, Fremington Contact: Grazie on 07867 318874

Monday 7 - 9.00pm - Ellerslie Rd Playing Fields, Sticklepath Contact: Clare on 07929 618502

Clare.50thcubs@gmail.com

Wednesday 7.15 - 9.15pm, Scout Hut, Codden Hill, Bishops Tawton Contact: Helen Hearn on 01271 379133

Scouts - 12th North Devon Group Tuesday evenings - Pilton Church Hall

Scouts - 1st North Devon Barnstaple Wed 7.15pm - 9.15pm - Trinity Church Hall, Newport

email: acsl@5thndscouts.co.uk

Contact: Terry on 01271 371714

Contact: Mark on 07713 386 588 Singing for Fun Fridays 7.00pm - 8.30pm

Soroptimist International of Barnstaple

Fremington Methodist Church Hall, Old School Lane, Fremington Contact: Julie on 01271 268094

Cost £6 includes refreshments

Meet on the 1st Mondays of the month at Barnstaple Hotel 7pm Contact: Christine on 01271 375600 & District Third Monday socially www.soroptimist-barnstaple.co.uk Special Olympics North Devon

Spiritual Healing at the Bideford Centre of Light.

St Andrews Pre-School

St John’s Ladies’ Circle

We offer sports training for people with intellectual/

Contact: Julie on 07557 388285 learning difficulties

Hart Street (off Mill Street), Bideford.

The Healing Group is run by SNU Approved Healers. Sun 7.35pm & Tues 10-11.45am

JKEMISHMILLSSOND@HOTMAIL.COM

Contact Richard on 01237 471626

c/o The Surestart Centre, Sticklepath School, Woodville, Barnstaple Contact: Kelly on 01271 378867

2nd Thursday of the month - 2.00 - 4.00pm

St John the Baptist Church, Newport

Contact: Diane on 01271 345336 Stamp Club (Taw & Torridge)

Alternate Thursdays 7.30 - 9.30pm at Castle Hall, Castle Street, B’ple Contact Beryl: 01271 812121

Sticklepath School Youth Club 12 -18 year olds. Wednesdays 7pm-9pm All welcome from Sticklepath, Woodville & Bickington Swimbridge Twinning Association

Swimming Club - Barnstaple Thursday Evenings

Tai Chi & Qi Gong Tuesdays 9.30 - 10.30am - St. Johns Hall, Newport

Tap Dancing for Adults

Tarka Starlightz (Majorettes)

Tarka Writers Group

Taw & Torridge Metal Detecting Club

Tawstock Pre-School

Monday evenings - Centre Stage, Pottington, Barnstaple Beginners 7.30, Improvers 8.30

Sticklepath School, Thursday Evenings

5.30pm - 6.30pm - Tots, 6.30pm - 8pm - Juniors 8pm - 9.30pm - Seniors

Contact: Tess on 01271 830649

Contact: Annette on 01271 324500

Contact: Sandy on 01271 870563

Contact: Helen on 01271 379756

Contact: Michelle on 07890 022616

Meeting 1st Monday of the month at The Castle Rooms Contact: Alex on 01237 478875

Barnstaple at 7pm

Every 4th Monday at the Methodist hall, Great Torrington 7pm for 7.30pm hayman.gang@macace.net

Mon - Fri 9.00am - 3.15pm Holywell C of E Primary School

Taw U3A Coffee mornings, 4th Mon of the month at 10.30am @ Roundswell

Taw Valley Dog Training Club

The Barnstaple Lions Club

Titans Netball Club

Torridge Table Tennis Club

Torrington & District Historical Society

Torrington Healing Clinic

Westward Ho! Bridge Club

W.I Barnstaple Bloomers

W.I Roundswell

W.I Tomlin

W.I Instow & Yelland

W.I Landkey

W.I Tawstock

Zumba Fitness

Contact: Julie/Graham on 01805 603205

Contact: 01271 345908

Contact: David on 07776 388744 Community Hall plus 40 activity groups

Bishops Tawton Church Hall

Meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm at Ebberley Arms, 40 Bear Street, Barnstaple

Juniors & Seniors

Bideford Youth Centre Saturdays - 10-12.00

Second Monday of every month at Torrington

Contact: Margaret on 01237 475230

Contact: Club president on 0845 833 6349

Contact: Lorraine on 07859 210 439

Contact: Dennis on 01237 477932

Contact Ken 01805-624319

Methodist Church Hall, Mill Street 7-9.30pm or Harry Cramp 01805-622343

Spiritual Healing at Torrington Community Hospital, Calf St. Tuesday evenings 7.15 - 8.45pm.

Contact: 01805 622883

Thursday evenings at 6.45pm at The Holy Trinity Church Hall, Contact: Graham on 01237 470990 Westward Ho!

2nd Wednesday of each month 6pm-8pm

Contact: Maggie on 01271 378773 Baptist Church Hall, Boutport Street

2nd Monday of each month 2pm

Contact: Lyn on 01271 378203 Roundswell Community Centre

Tomlin Hall, Bickington first Thursday each month 2.00pm

1st Thursday of the month in Instow Parish Hall at 7.30pm

7.30 p.m. 2nd Wednesday each month at Landkey Village Hall. New members and visitors welcome.

2nd Wednesday of the month 7.30pm

Contact: Anne on 01271 346043

Contact: Ruth on 07733 443580

Contact: Hazel on 01271 831259

Contact: Pat on 01271 373417 Tawstock Village Hall Or Anne on 01271 375398

Mon & Fri - 10am - Centre Stage, Pottington

Contact: Helen on 01271 379756 Tues - 6.30pm - Pilton Bluecoat School

FEATURE

Go green with your Spring Clean and support the Age UK Barnstaple shop

With winter behind us, the Age UK shop in Roundswell is calling on the local community to spring clean the sustainable way and donate their unwanted items to be sold on to be loved again.

As well as getting homes clean and ready for the warmer months, donating to Age UK’s charity shops is a great way of recycling unwanted items and reducing waste. So far this year donations to the Charity’s shops have avoided 700,000 kilos going into landfill and saved 10 million kilos of CO2e.

Locals can also help to reduce their environmental footprint by shopping for spring in the Age UK Barnstaple shop. Age UK’s charity shops support the circular economy by extending the life of items. Shoppers can choose from a range of pre-loved clothing, accessories, toys, books and homeware - perfect for new season looks, gifts and updating homes.

Data from YouGov Profiles shows that a third (33%) of consumers have already chosen to buy second hand items in order to be more environmentally responsible, with 30% using charity shops to purchase these items. Age UK hopes to encourage more people to shop sustainably and has created a list of tips to help get people started*

Supporting Age UK shops helps raise funds to support older people. Money raised from the Charity’s shops goes towards Age UK’s vital services, including the Telephone Friendship Service, free and confidential Advice Line and The Silver Line Helpline.

Lisa Wisdom, Personal Stylish and owner of Style with Wisdom, said, “I’d encourage everyone to be more eco-conscious and check out Age UK’s charity shops. Charity shops are the perfect place for finding unique items for gifts or to update your wardrobe.

“I’ve created a series of spring looks by visiting Age UK charity shops including layering pieces, footwear and accessories. Not only are these perfect for the warmer weather, but I won’t find everyone else wearing the same. The best thing is I know that by supporting Age UK, I am also supporting older people across the country.”

Cathy King, Shop Manager at the Age UK Barnstaple shop, said, “We want to inspire locals to join the sustainable movement and are encouraging them to come and visit us this Spring. We are always on the look-out for new donations and have a wide range of new Spring stock. Not only will you be helping to reduce waste and landfill, but you’ll be helping raise vital funds for Age UK so that it can continue supporting older people.”

When donating items, the Age UK Roundswell shop is also encouraging people to make their donations worth an extra 25% for the Charity by signing up to Gift Aid. Simply filling out a basic form when dropping off donations means Age UK will receive an extra 25p from the government for every £1 that is raised from donated goods.

Age UK has over 250 shops across England and Wales. To find your nearest Age UK shop visit: www.ageuk.org.uk/shops Shoppers can also pick up items via Age UK’s eBay page www.ebay.co.uk/ ageuk

1. Ditch fast fashion

Purchasing pre-loved clothing is not only a great way of preventing clothing and textiles going to waste and landfill, but can also save money. Charity shops often house a range of unique items, including one-off pieces and designer goods, which can also set you apart from the crowd.

2. Donate old toys

Parents often feel their homes are overrun with toys and it can be hard to know what to do with items your children no longer play with. Reduce your clutter by donating them to be sold on to be loved again. Second hand toys and games can also make great gifts, as well as saving you money at times like Christmas, which can be costly.

3. Get to know your local charity shops

Often charity shops will sell different things or specialise in different items. Some may sell more toys or electrical items than others. Age UK has a mix of charity shops including fashion boutiques and furniture stores. Getting to know the shops near you can save you time when looking for something specific.

4. Visit local charity shops regularly

Often charity shops put out new stock each day, popping in regularly means you’re more likely to spot a bargain before someone else does!

5. Get to know the shop staff

Age UK shop staff and volunteers are a friendly bunch! Not only are they on hand to help and have a chat, they also know about what’s been donated. If you’re looking for something specific, they can help you find it or keep an eye out for you.

6. Get upcycling!

Turn an old pair of jeans or piece of furniture into something new and beautiful by changing the length, adding embellishments, or painting them a new colour. Not only will you be reducing waste, you’ll have an item unique to you and a new hobby!

7. Shop with an open mind

Visit charity shops with an open mind and think outside the box! Furniture can look different when in your own home, or with a lick of paint. Clothing can be paired with other items to create unique and stylish outfits, or upcycled to create new pieces.

Our growing network of Repair Cafes are a hub for community engagementencouraging people to come together, share skills and a cuppa, and repair what might otherwise get thrown away!

Got a pair of ripped jeans, a bike with a flat tyre, a teddy bear in need of a patch, a sewing machine that’s stopped sewing, or a clock that’s stopped ticking? Bring it along to one of our Repair Cafes and see if one of our superstar volunteers can help give it a new lease of life.

Repair Cafes are a great way to combat fast fashion and a throwaway culture, and also provide an important community space to open up the conversation and help people to feel empowered to combat the climate crisis together.

We have Repair Cafes in Barnstaple, Ilfracombe, South Molton and Braunton. This month we have also combined them with some skills workshops. Head to the website whats on to find out more>> plasticfreenorthdevon.org/whats-on-listing

Here are the dates for June:

Braunton Saturday 8th June 10am - 1pm British Surf Museum Repair Cafe

South Molton Saturday 15th June 10am - 1pm YMCA Skills Workshop

Barnstaple Saturday 15th June 10am - 1pm Barnstaple Pannier Market Carnival Skills Workshop

We are always looking for volunteers to help at our Repair Cafes so please get in touch if you would like to get involved. info@plasticfreenorthdevon.org

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CROYDE OCEAN TRIATHLON FUNDRAISING HEROES

The Croyde Ocean Triathlon being held on 14th July 2024 will be the second year that the stunning and savage event will be donating 100% of the profits to charity. This event held in the beautiful North Devon coastline aims to have an impact on its community by not only holding a fun, exciting and sustainable event but by raising much needed funds for charities at the same time.

The event is now owned and operated by local environmental charity Plastic Free North Devon (PFND) and their ethos is clear - raise money to help protect and improve the environment but also to help other charities to raise funds too.

The event offers charity places for anyone to take up, with an offered split of any proceeds 50/50 with Plastic Free North Devon and the charity of the participants choice. The event is also directly supporting local charities: Family Compass, Royal Devons Hospital Charity and Children's Hospice South West by offering full charity places enabling them to receive 100% of their fundraising targets.

Jo Hibberd, Race Director says: ‘Working with the community is an integral part of how we work here at the Croyde Ocean Triathlon. From local lifeguards being on duty and giving advice to the team of volunteers that kindly help us run the day. Using the event to help more charities raise funds is just an extension of this. We really want to encourage more fundraisers than ever to take up this challenge and if not head to the fundraising page and make a donation to help them meet their fundraising targets!’

So far our entrants are raising money for: Dogs Trust Ilfracombe, FiG (Families in Grief), Royal British Legion, British Heart Foundation, Ilfracombe Pilot Gig Club, Blue Marine Foundation, Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity, The Wave Project and The Warmley Wheelers with many more in the pipeline.

There is still time to sign up to be part of an amazing event AND raise money for charity at the same time! Here are some of those who have taken on the epic challenge to raise money for their chosen charity and PFND …

Hannah, Luke and Anna are raising money as a team for the Brain Tumor Support after Luke’s life was turned upside down in 2017 when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor. When recovering from major surgery and extensive radiotherapy it became clear that his active and healthy lifestyle plays a huge part in his body’s ability to continue to fight the tumor and Brain Tumor Support are still supporting Luke on his journey with free therapy and independent calls. Hannah will be swimming, Luke is taking on the hilly cycle and Anna will be finishing with the trail run.

Thomas Pate is raising money for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) and this is why he chose this charity alongside Plastic Free North Devon: ‘Having lost my father at such a young age to heart disease, I feel passionate about the research BHF do, and I hope my contributions to the charity help others going through this terrible disease.

Little did I know being around 8 years old, this disease would not only impact my life forever, but hundreds of thousands around me.

Of PFND Tom stated ‘Being out in the natural environment is a huge must for me, it is so important to relax, unwind and destress. Therefore, keeping our great North Devon coastlines clean is a must.’

Lucie Sheard is taking on the Croyde Tri after stumbling upon it while on holiday one summer. She is raising money for the Warmly Wheelers, alongside PFND, which is a cycling scheme that gives everyone a chance to get into cycling - a sport which has become close to my heart and I truly believe has the power to transform lives. Set up in 2014, this Bristol scheme provides cycling opportunities for people with health conditions and supported needs. Relying on donations and volunteers, they offer specialist equipment and a safe, friendly environment to assist people who would normally find it difficult to ride a bike. Lucie says ‘The course has thrown storms and heat waves at me so far... so I'm excited to see what this year has in store!’

Andy Marsh is raising money for The Dogs Trust, Ilfracombe after losing his beloved family dog last year. This charity is close to his heart alongside his love for the North Devon landscape.

Phoebe Charnely is raising money for The Blue Marine Foundation and says “Both these charities have a great impact on our environment and oceans, committed to creating a better place! I am competing in my first ever Tri in Devon in support of these two charities, please support me on this silly adventure!”

Hamish Johnstone is raising funds for Family Compass. He says about his fundraising:

“There is a mental health crisis among young people right now and it's never been more important to help them get the support they need, when they need it. The Croyde Triathlon is super tough, but it's even tougher facing challenges with your mental health and there being no-one who can help.”

Connor Bacon is raising 100% of his total for Plastic Free North Devon

“The Plastic Free North Devon community is something I have been well aware of and having Croyde as such a major part of our life really brings it home. It's no secret that plastic is one of the biggest threats to our planet and especially our oceans and beaches, however it's all a major part of our lives, I'm 99.99% sure that if you're reading this you have plastic in your hand or on your person... That's just the way it is at the moment, but that doesn't mean we can't stop pushing to reduce the use where possible.”

If you would like to support any of our fundraisers and help them reach their targets please click on the PFND Fundraising Pages to donate. If you are not in a position to donate please share to help us raise as much money as possible for our fantastic support fundraising pots!

The event is always looking for volunteers to help out on the day with marshaling, helping out competitors and just generally making the event run smoothly, it's a really heart warming event to be part of. If you would like to volunteer please go to https://croydeocean.co.uk/volunteer/join-the-volunteer-team/

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Roundswell Church

Services are at 10am on Sundays in the Community Centre by Sainsbury's. www.roundswellchurch.org.uk

St Paul’s Parish Church, Old Sticklepath Hill, Barnstaple

Services are at 10am every Sunday, including "Seekers" for children (outside of school holiday times). All ages worship together on 3rd (& 5th) Sunday each month and children are always welcomed in at our main Sunday morning service. There are special facilities for the very young and for those with disabilities. Wheelchair access & loop available. Ring 0776 726451 or e-mail partnerstpauls@icloud.com

Christian Science Society, 115 Boutport Street, Barnstaple Sunday service at 11am on zoom and in the building. Sunday evening service at 7pm on zoom only. Wednesday testimony meeting at 6.15pm on zoom only. For more information visit www.christiansciencenorthdevon.co.uk

Sticklepath Methodist Church, Rhododendron Avenue, Barnstaple Services every Sunday morning at 10.30am. St. Mary’s, Pilton Parish Church, Barnstaple

We welcome you join us at our Sunday service at 10.30am each Sunday, with refreshments served afterwards. We read from the Bible, pray for others and worship Jesus in our hymns

St Mary’s Catholic Church, Higher Church Street, Barnstaple Sunday Mass at 09:30 and 18:30. For weekday Mass times, and for all other information, please ring 01271343312 or visit www.barnstaplecatholicchurch.com

St Peter & St Mary Magdalene, Paternoster Row (off the High Street) Barnstaple Sunday Service: Parish Eucharist 10.30am. Details of weekday services and other events may be found on the church noticeboards and the following website: www.achurchnearyou.com/barnstaple-st-peter-st-mary-magdalene, www.barnstapleparishchurch.co.uk

Christ Church Methodist/URC, Bear Street, Barnstaple Church Services every Sunday at 10.30am. Café Church on second Sunday at 4.30pm. Causeway Service for adults with Learning Disabilities on first Sunday at 3.00pm. Many weekday activities, see website at www.christ-church-barnstaple.org.uk Barnstaple Baptist Church, Boutport Street. Sunday service every week at 10:30am, including Sunday school for all children aged 4 yrs and above. Cafe style service every third Sunday at 6:30pm (includes tea, coffee and cakes). "Wednesday Welcome" weekly 10-12 noon - chat over tea/coffee, every age welcome. All age free film night, monthly which includes popcorn and drink. Prayer and home groups held weekly. For further information find us online at http:// www.barnstaplebaptist.org.uk

St. Peters C of E Church, Ashford

We welcome you join us at our Sunday service at 9am each Sunday, with refreshments served afterwards. We read from the Bible, pray for others and worship Jesus in our hymns. Occasional evening services - see local notices. North Devon Christian Fellowship, Orchard Vale School, Orchard Vale, Whiddon Valley Sundays at 10.30am. ‘The Friendly Church Fellowship’. Contact is: Pastor Chris Tucker (01271866874) Whiddon Valley Evangelical Church, Stoat Park, Barnstaple

First time visitors are especially encouraged to our 11.00am Sunday Morning Gospel Service. Our traditional Sunday School for all children over 4 years old is held every Sunday between 3-4pm. We also meet at 6.30 on Sunday evenings, and for Bible Studies on Thursday mornings at 10.30am. One Way Bible Club is on Monday evenings for children aged 4-10 and Thursday Seekers runs fortnightly for those aged 10+. Other meetings and activities are held throughout the year and personal Bible studies can be arranged at mutually convenient times. Please enquire for further information from Pastor David Kay on 07504925423

St John the Baptist Church, South Street, Newport, Barnstaple Sunday morning worship – 9.30am, all are welcome to join us for worship and prayer, followed by refreshments when possible. Services include Holy communion and All Age Worship, varying from week to week. We have a hall to hire and various small groups you might like to try – see www.johnthebaptist.org.uk to find out more or contact Rev Selina Garner T: 01271 624824 Email: selina@thegarners.me.uk to discuss weddings, baptisms, funerals, memorial services or learning about the christian faith.

St John the Baptist Church, Bishop’s Tawton

Sunday morning worship – 11 am, all are welcome to join us for worship and prayer, followed by refreshments when possible. Services alternate between Holy Communion and Morning Prayer. We organise various special events – see www.johnthebaptist.org.uk to find out more or contact Rev Selina Garner T: 01271 624824 Email: selina@thegarners.me.uk to discuss weddings, baptisms, funerals, memorial services or learning about the christian faith.

St Paul's Church Landkey Services

Services are held each Sunday at 10:30 am. A Family Service is held on the first Sunday in the month with services of either Holy Communion or Morning Prayer being held on other Sundays. When there is a fifth Sunday in the month, a service beginning at 10:00 am is held jointly with other churches in the Mission Community in rotation. Full details are available at www.landkeyparishchurch.org

St James’s Church, Swimbridge

Visit one England's 1,000 most beautiful churches. Holy Communion 9.30 every Sunday except when there is a fifth Sunday in any month (on that 5th Sunday the service is at 10 am and rotates among the five churches in our Benefice: Gunn, Landkey, Swimbridge, East Buckland, and West Buckland). Holy Communion or Morning Service on Sundays at 9.30 am, followed by tea and coffee. Fremington Methodist Church, Old School Lane, EX31 3AZ Services every Sunday at 10.30am. September - May ‘Buzy Lizzies’ alternate Thursdays of the month from 2pm - 4pm. For further information ring 01271 377323.

St Peter’s Parish Church, Fremington Every Sunday at 11am in our beautiful 13th century building. A variety of styles (organ and bands), activities with children, Sunday Club on 3rd Sunday. Refreshments after the service. ALL WELCOME! Visit ttec.org.uk

St Peter, Westleigh 1st and 3rd Sundays. Visit ttec.org.uk

Barnstaple Christian Spiritualist Church, 14 Higher Church Street, Barnstaple, EX32 8JE

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St Peter’s Parish Church, Tawstock, Barnstaple Services every Sunday at 11 am with tea and coffee after each service. Disabled access and toilet facility. A delightful historic church in a beautiful, peaceful rural setting. Only 5 minutes from town. A warm welcome awaits you Holy Trinity Church, Barbican Terrace, Barnstaple We meet at 10.30am on Sundays mornings - Our services are informal and family friendly with activities for children and young people. Find us online at www.trinitybarnstaple.org.uk Messy Church at Holy Trinity, Barnstaple Fun for families with crafts, games, celebration and a sit down tea. No charge. 4.00 - 6.00pm every second Sunday in the month (except January and August). Contact 01271 342849

St John The Baptist, Bishops Tawton 1st Sunday of the month 11.00 am alternate Holy Communion Services at either Bishops Tawton Methodist Church or St Johns. 2nd Sunday Matins 11.00 am. 3rd Sunday Holy Communion 11.00 am. 4th Sunday Morning Praise 11.00 am. 5th Sunday Joint morning service with Newport Time and venue to be confirmed North Devon Salvation Army, Oakleigh Road, Barnstaple, EX32 8JT Church services every Sunday at 10.30am. Contact mark.read@salvationarmy.org.uk or 01271 321972 Harmony, Christian Choir of North Devon Welcome singers from all denominations to rehearsals each Monday at 7.00pm at Sticklepath Methodist Church, Rhododendron Ave, Sticklepath, Barnstaple EX31 2DJ. Contact gdreed51@gmail.com

Goodleigh United Church St Gregory’s Services, Goodleigh, Barnstaple Worship services at 9.30am. For details of mid week activities please refer to our Facebook page. Grosvenor Church, Old Station Rd (by McDonalds) 10 am Sunday. Details of other activities 01271 323725. St John the Baptist Instow - All Saints 9.30 Holy Communion. All Saints Chapel January to Easter. Visit ttec.org.uk Barnstaple Quakers

Meet Sundays at Pilton Bluecoat Academy, Abbey Road, Barnstaple (EX31 1JU). Meeting commences at 10.30am. Please ring 07874890531. Bickington Christian Fellowship Sunday morning services at 11am in the Tomlin Hall, Bickington. All welcome. For details please contact Mike Sluman 01271 328935 or Philip Brayley 01271 373652.

DEX OF TELEPHONE NUMBERS

National Debtline

0808 808 4000

Citizen’s Advice - Advice Line 0808 27 87 999

(available Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm)

Silverline (Advice for over 60’s) 0800 470 80 90 (available 24hrs a day for help and advice)

Age Concern 01271 324488

Age UK

0800 00 99 66

Refuge and Women’s Aid 0808 2000 247

M.S Society North Devon 07929 039030

North Devon Community Mediation Srv 0800 038 5301

Victim Support 0845 30 30 900

Police Enquiries 101

Emergency Services 999/112

Crimestoppers 0800 555 111

British Telecom Faults

Nuisance Calls

0800 800 151

0800 661 441

Floodline 0845 988 1188

North Devon District Council 01271 327711

Barnstaple Town Council 01271 373311

Fremington Parish Council 01271 321063

Tawstock Parish Council 01271 374428

Gas Emergencies

Water Leaks

Electrical Power Failure

0800 111 999

0800 169 1144

0800 365 900

Emergency Glazing 01271 327 333

Directory Enquiries 118 500

DVLA 0300 790 6801

Tax Credit Helpline 0845 300 3900

North Devon District Hospital 01271 322577

Bideford Hospital 01237 420200

Torrington Hospital 01805 622208

NHS Direct 0845 46 47

Litchdon Medical Centre 01271 323443

Brannam Medical Centre 01271 329004

Queens Medical Centre 01271 372672

Fremington Medical Centre 01271 376655 Childline

NSPCC Child Protection Helpline

Helpline

Samaritans 116 123

Instow Primary School 01271 860545

Fremington Primary, Nursery 01271 373979

Sticklepath Primary School 01271 342455

Holywell C of E 01271 345908

St Michael’s 01271 343242

Horwood & N’Tracey Primary 01271 858373

Our Lady’s Catholic 01271 345164

Yeo Valley 01271 375429

Ashleigh C of E Primary 01271 345149

Bratton Fleming Primary 01598 710337

Forches Cross Primary 01271 343214

Pilton Infants 01271 342579

Pilton Bluecoats 01271 345952

Pathfield School 01271 342423

Landkey Primary 01271 830421

Swimbridge Primary 01271 830437

Bishops Tawton Primary 01271 343002

Marwood Primary 01271 850395

Newport Primary 01271 376252

Lampard Vachell School 01271 345416

Orchard Vale Primary 01271 375074

Great Torrington Bluecoat

C of E Infant & Nursery School 01805 622333

Great Torrington Junior 01805 623240

Bideford College 01237 477611

Pilton Community College 01271 374381

Park Community School 01271 373131

Great Torrington School 01805 623531

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The exhibition will include everything from original oil paintings to ceramic sculptures, original prints and cards capturing the north Devon landscape, local places and imaginary visions. This is the first charity exhibition to be held at the Art Upstairs, which only opened in July 2023. The fourth exhibition this year it marks the local artists and makers commitment to those who suffer from Dementia in our community and across the UK.

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“Inspirational” Sue, exhibition visitor

‘Art Upstairs’ gallery can be found on 1st Floor, 24 the Quay Bideford. Entrance in Bridgeland Street.

‘Alzheimer’s Society’ charity exhibition will be open from 10 - 4.30 Sat 8th - Sun 9th June, with a private view on Friday 7th June.

Social and Contact Information Website: www.artmakers.uk

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Pawsitively amazing! Woofstock - the UK’s only dog-friendly two-night music festival - celebrates it TENTH year with a cracking line-up of tribute acts and activities (and, no, you don’t need a pooch to attend)

Woofstock UK - the UK’s only award-winning, two-night/three-day dog-and-family-friendly music festival - is back and bigger than ever, celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2024 with a stellar lineup.

Crowd-pleasing tribute acts including Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, Elton John and Dolly Parton covers will be taking to the stage at the historic Powderham Castle, Exeter, from the evening of Friday 14 to Sunday 16 June.

Pooches are more than welcome - and will be well-catered for with activities, demonstrations including police and gun dog displays and contests during which your pup can show off their agility, flyball skills and obedience. They can even paint with their owners in the Pawcasso tent, and tuck into dog ice-cream.

But you don’t need to bring a four-legged friend to attend - there’s also a range of workshops on offer for human guests too - including circus skills, climbing wall and archery - and the kids will love Bounce Land! There’s also a shopping village, delicious food, a range of speakers, a puppy area and a dog-friendly beach.

Day tickets start from £11.50 for adults, or pack up your tent, camper or caravan and camp for the weekend, from an extra £60 in addition to ticket prices. Or stay in style inside a fivemetre round bell tent with the VIP (Very Important Pooches) glamping experience from £400 including VIP tickets.

Heather and Carol Nesbitt-Bayley, from Wembury, in south Devon, who have two pooches, set up Woofstock in 2014, in honour of Heather’s springer spaniel Harry, who saved her life when she contracted a rare illness in 2012, and was forced to spend 10 days in intensive care.

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It’s thanks to Harry, who sadly passed away in 2019 that Heather received the medical attention she needed.

Heather, 52, said: “I wanted to make an impact and do something crazy and amazing, meaningful and important to thank Harry. Woofstock will always be Harry’s legacy and a way for us all to celebrate and thank the animals of the world for all they do for us.

“Woofstock is a festival of love. Once you have been once, you’ll be hooked - people come from around the world! Whilst the event is built with dogs in mind, you don’t need a dog to come. The music side of the festival is as equal to other music festivals in the UK.

“There is no other festival like this in the UK. We don’t take everything too seriously. Woofstock is about having fun, meeting others and forging lifelong friendships. There is no reason not to come really just don’t bring your cat!

“Apart from spending time doing fun things with your dog, the best thing about Woofstock is being among like-minded souls. The feel-good factor that comes from being surrounded by dogs and their dog-loving people, in an atmosphere which is totally chilled, is difficult to quantify and we would urge anyone who hasn’t experienced it to keep an eye on the website for details of future dates and venues.”

Woofstock attracts thousands of visitors every year and promotes international animal welfare whilst supporting several animal charities.

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There’s something to keep everyone’s feet tapping and tails wagging across the weekend with brilliant tribute acts. There’s even an area for dogs to enjoy the music away from the stage to protect their sensitive ears.

Line up: Friday (from 5pm): Joanna Cooke, Dua Lipa, Young Elton, Avril Lavinge and headliners, I Love Amp featuring Kat Savage. Saturday (from 5pm): Superstition, Definitely Dolly, Adam Parker Brown as Tom Jones, Pure Paloma and headliner, Katy Ellis as Taylor Swift. Sunday: RSVP Bhangra - the UK’s no.1 festival bhangra band, Joanna Cooke plus band and headliner Fleetwood Shack.

Activities: Learn impressive tricks at circus school, tackle the climbing wall or show off your precision skills at archery. Kids will love burning off some energy in Bounce Land!

Shopping: Treat your furry companion to the latest in doggy fashion, accessories, toys, and treats - including doggie ice-cream or treat yourself at the diverse array of vendors and exhibitors.

Food and drink: Indulge in a variety of scrumptious treats at the food stalls and trucks offering everything from gourmet snacks to refreshing beverages (including alcoholic drinks).

Expert advice: Expert-led workshops and demonstrations covering topics such as training tips, nutrition advice, and pet care essentials. There’s the Best In Show (open to all) on the Saturday and on Sunday enter your pooch into the fastest garden digging competition or tackle some hay bale racing!

To book tickets or for more information, visit: www.woofstockuk.co.uk/tickets

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