What's On Southwest - Autumn/Winter 2021-22

Welcome to the Autumn/Winter/early-Spring Edition of What’s On Southwest Magazine. 2022 is calling with a promise of a brand new start for everyone and lots of wonderful things to do and places to go. This edition of What’s On will take you right up till Spring 2022 with the most comprehensive guide for Events, Attractions, Shows, Festivals, Concerts, Exhibitions and loads more happening in and around the Southwest of England. We are then going to bring out the biggest Summer guide ever produced in the Southwest.

Inside this edition you will find exclusives on the award winning annual pantomime at the Palace Theatre, Paignton ‘Jack & The Beanstalk’, John Bishop, Gary Numan, The Totnes School of Dance, What’s On in the Community featuring Patrick the Pony, Art & Culture Guide, Bijou Theatre Productions at the Palace Theatre, Paignton and much much more. We also have your ultimate guide to Christmas and New Year festivities plus a wealth of wonderful events and things to do in 2022.

Our What’s On and theatre section also features top quality shows from all the theatres, arts centres and venues in our region including: The Babbacombe Theatre, The Princess Theatre & The Palace Theatre. Please also check out our website for details of all the shows, performance times at these venues and ticket information.

A big thank you to everyone that works for or is associated to What’s On Southwest. It is not an easy job to do and we couldn’t have a more committed, dynamic, talented team of professionals who are all passionate about getting our advertisers a great response and providing our readers with exclusive powerful content that no other magazine publicises.

Credits

Publisher Emma Pering

Editor/Journalism Jamie Sinclair

Sales & Marketing Director Colin J Bowden

Art & Design Lawtz Design Group: Si Laughton

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For our website please visit www.whatsonsoutwest.com

What’s On Southwest has been established since October 1996, proudly serving the Southwest and the English Riviera for 25 years, so far. We will be making 2022 a year of celebration in print and online. The only publication that fly’s the flag for our region, promoting it all over the world 24/7/365. We are also bringing out a brand-new food magazine. “The South West Good Food Guide” will be out for the Spring.

This has been a very difficult year for a lot of people. Our hearts go out to everyone that has been affected and we would like to wish all our readers and customers the best Christmas possible. We all look forward to bringing you the absolute best of the Southwest for many more years to come.

Here’s to a safe and prosperous 2022!

Emma Pering Publisher

LET’S ROCK

ANNOUNCE 2022 LINE-UPS!

THE UK’S BIGGEST RETRO FESTIVAL SERIES

HEADLINERS INCLUDE SQUEEZE (MAKING THEIR LET’S ROCK DEBUT), BILLY OCEAN , ADAM ANT, OMD, THE HUMAN LEAGUE & WET WET WET

The UK’s biggest retro festival series Let’s Rock have announced their 2022 headliners and performers. In a line-up packed with pop icons, Let’s Rock 2022 headliners include Billy Ocean, Adam Ant, OMD, The Human League, Wet Wet Wet, and - making their Let’s Rock debut - Squeeze.

A celebration of all things pop and Eighties, Let’s Rock offers gloriously unpretentious non-stop fun, with legendary artists performing hit after hit to a crowd of all ages. Each of the fourteen one-day festivals features one or two headliner acts plus a host of stars from the era when pop ruled the world, including ABC, Level 42, Tom Bailey (Thompson Twins), Nik Kershaw, Jason Donovan, Tony Hadley, Nick Heyward, The Selecter, Go West, Belinda Carlisle, Toyah, Scritti Politti, Johnny Hates Jazz, Bad Manners, Pigbag & many, many more.

"We’ve heard great things about Let’s Rock and are looking forward to making our debut next summer with a headline set" say Squeeze, who took British new wave rock around the world with hits including “Cool For Cats”, “Up The Junction” and “Pulling Mussels (From The Shell)”, songs that still sound as fresh and original today as when they were written.

Returning to headline in 2022 are electropop pioneers OMD, whose frontman Andy McCluskey describes Let’s Rock as “The best music party with our best music friends!”, while fellow headliner and Let’s Rock legend Billy Ocean says, “I genuinely love playing Let’s Rock, the atmosphere is always brilliant. Ten thousand crazy fans singing your songs back to you – what could be better?!”

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We’ve been humbled by the loyalty and passion of the Let’s Rock family who have stuck with us through what has been an incredibly challenging couple of years. We’re so excited to be back with a full summer of shows in 2022 with what we believe is our best ever line-up. We genuinely can’t wait to see you all there.

For the ticket information and all the festivals dates/ venues please visit www.letsrock80s.com

Also returning in 2022 are new romantic icons ABC whose singer Martin Fry adds, "Really looking forward to performing at the Let’s Rock festivals. Sunshine guaranteed. Last time round was incredible from the audience through to every act involved. See you there.”

Next year sees the return of a full schedule of Let’s Rock festivals, which run all over the UK & Eire from late May to early September. Despite the tremendous difficulties they faced Let’s Rock managed to successfully host eight festivals this year. Tickets for the summer 2021 events that had to be postponed - Let’s Rock The Moor, Let’s Rock Wales, Let’s Rock Essex, Let’s Rock Kent, Let’s Rock Northern Ireland and Let’s Rock Ireland – remain valid for 2022.

2019 was the last time Let’s Rock were able to run a full summer of festivals and they attracted a total audience of over 150,000 across twelve locations. With the addition of two more festival sites for 2022, next years’ Let’s Rock promises to be the biggest yet.

Let’s Rock organisers Nick Billinghurst & Matt Smith commented, “We’ve been humbled by the loyalty and passion of the Let’s Rock family who have stuck with us through what has been an incredibly challenging couple of years. We’re so excited to be back with a full summer of shows in 2022 with what we believe is our best ever line-up. We genuinely can’t wait to see you all there.”

Let’s Rock works with many amazing charities including official charity partner Child Bereavement UK, who support families and educate professionals when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying, or when a family is facing bereavement. With their festivals unable to take place during 2020, Let’s Rock organised three online festivals which drew an estimated audience of three million and raised £200,000 for the charity.

ELTON’S PIANO LOUNGE BAR & TAPAS RESTAURANT

Just a stone’s throw away from the bustling Torquay Harbourside within the centre of the Torquay restaurant district.

Elton’s is a unique themed and sophisticated music venue providing a diverse cocktails, gins, champagne and beverage drinks menu running alongside this is an International Tapas food from around the World restaurant.

We pride ourselves on gorgeous cocktails & quality service within a relaxed friendly atmosphere.

Our Tapas Restaurant provides beautifully presented international dishes using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Join us at Elton’s Piano Lounge Bar & Tapas Restaurant and let us take you on a journey around the world enjoying all your favourite international tapas dishes and beverages. From Mexico to Argentina, Argentina to Brazil and Brazil to Spain you’re just a hop skip and a jump away from a fantastic night out.

Telephone: 01803 390729

Elton’s Bar, Torwood Street, Torquay, TQ1 1EB.

www.eltonspianobar.com

Mad Dog Mcrea + Skimmity Hitchers

17 December 2021

Fuelled By Cider bring you an early Xmas present with an amazing double bill at Bridgwater Town Hall on Friday 17th December. West Country legends Mad Dog Mcrea and Skimmity Hitchers team up for a night of riotous music and general good times. A fantastic way to see in the festive period with friends, colleagues and fellow music fans. Doors and bar open at 7pm. Ages 14+ (Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult).

www.fuelledbycider.com

In Cider Festival

4-6 February 2022

The end of summer doesn’t mean the end of festival season, with this 3 day indoor weekender at Sand Bay Holiday Park near Weston-super-Mare in February 2022! Featuring some of the best live acts from the summer festival scene, including Dub Pistols, Sound Of The Sirens, Black Water County, Skimmity Hitchers, Millie Manders & The Shut Up, Rhoda Dakar and Bar Stool Preachers plus many more. Even better, tickets include half board chalet accommodation for 3 nights plus all additional entertainment and park leisure facilities including heated indoor pool. This is an 18+ event and tickets are selling fast so early booking is recommended. Tickets are £179pp in twin berth chalets from:

www.inciderfestival.com

Cursus Cider & Music Festival

2-5 June 2022

If you’re looking for a friendly, old school festival that welcomes families, dogs and live-in vehicles then Cursus Festival in Dorset might be just what you’re looking for! With a capacity of just 500 people and set in the beautiful rolling fields of the Cranborne Chase, this is an event that appeals to people who know what the real festival experience is about. Original music, local cider and food, camp fire and acres of green space await you. This year’s line-up includes Dutty Moonshine Big Band, The Leylines, Random Hand, Black Water County, Emily Capell, Skimmity Hitchers and Freeborn Brothers, with an additional DJ tent for extra good vibes. Good times and new friends are guaranteed. Weekend tickets from £79, children from just £5. Full line-up and ticket info at:

Outcider Festival

4-7 August 2022

Fuelled By Cider’s flagship small festival returns for its 8th year in August 2022 with a big reputation for live music, real cider and lots of fun! Held on Fernhill Farm in the Mendip hills just south of Bristol, this is a rustic festival adventure packed with great experiences. Over 35 live acts perform on two alternating, barn-covered stages, with the additional delights of cider-obics, punk rock karaoke, outdoor skittles and a communal camp fire. Canadian cider-polka-punk legends The Dreadnoughts are headlining the Saturday night, an announcement which has seen ticket sales rocketing immediately. Full line-up to be confirmed. Tickets from £89 at: www.cursusfestival.com www.outciderfestival.com

Regional Live Music

Many acts have postponed tours over the last 2 years and there is going to be tours and shows all over the Southwest. For more acts on stage in 2022 and the absolute best in live music please visit our official website www.whatsonsouthwest.com and social media pages.

Henry’s is a traditional pub based in the heart of the English Riviera. We are a family orientated, dog friendly, pub that serves a variety of quality real ales. We’re in The Good Beer Guide 2019.

We offer delicious cooked food daily from 12 to 9pm and are famous for our Sunday roast.

Situated in the heart of Paignton we are close to all the local amenities and all visitors can be assured of a warm welcome by our friendly team.

We have an excellent reputation for serving quality, traditional pub classics as well as out changing specials board.

Opening times

Sun-Mon: 11am-11pm

Fri-Sat: 11am-Midnight

Food served 12-pm daily

Tel: 01803 551190 | contact@henrysbarpaignton.co.uk

www.henrysbarpaignton.co.uk

DANCE WORLD CUP SUCCESS FOR

TOTNES SCHOOL OF DANCE

“Whilst we are exceptionally proud of these successes, the school offers a friendly, nurturing environment for children to flourish and enjoy dance at all levels of commitment“

Totnes School of Dance are celebrating record success from the 2021 dance World Cup Finals bringing home 16 medals after an incredibly hard 18 months due to the Covid pandemic. Pupils have shown exceptional tenacity and commitment throughout this difficult time and have been rightly rewarded with remarkable results.

The team of 28 pupils aged between 10 and 23 years won 8 Gold Medals, 6 Silver Medals and 2 Bronze medals at the finals in late August. Competing in individual, duet and group categories across a number of genres that include Ballet, Contemporary, Tap, Musical Theatre and National. In addition to this the Schools Senior Pointework Ballet Group scored the highest marks in the entire competition and the schools Musical Theatre Group ‘Holiday Inn’ was awarded Most Outstanding Senior Group from the entire competition.

#teamtotnes

“Our term starts back on September 11th and we welcome children of all ages”

Over Five thousand of dancers from 47 countries competed at this year’s finals – with some overseas entrants live streaming into the event due to Covid travel restrictions. Medals were awarded for individual categories with an overall team point accumulation deciding the winning country - England!

This year proved to be even harder than previous years as classes were forced to take place over zoom for much of the pandemic and in addition to this once we could return to the studio strict social distancing rules were adhered to also. The dedication and focus the pupils have shown has been nothing less than exceptional. As a school we pride ourselves on team spirit and have proved that working together as a team really does pay off. Every member of this squad has shown so much dedication with rehearsals and training in addition to maintaining their academic studies. Watching their growth day as a team and individually has been incredible. We are very proud of each one of them”

The team are incredibly grateful to Exeter based business Fresh Escapes Luxury Homestays who generously sponsored their team tracksuits this year. Inner Depth Kung Fu and Tendu dancewear also supported the team with generous contributions to cover costumes and essential kit.

“Whilst we are exceptionally proud of these successes, the school offers a friendly, nurturing environment for children to flourish and enjoy dance at all levels of commitment“ said principle Louise Knapman-Singh. “Our term starts back on September 11th and we welcome children of all ages to come along and have a look or even try a taster class.”

Totnes School of Dance

ANNOUNCES

WILL YOUNG - 20 YEARS TOUR 2022

IN CELEBRATION OF POP IDOL 20th ANNIVERSARY

TICKETS ON-SALE NOW

WILL SHARES DETAILS OF NEW ALBUM

‘20

YEARS - THE GREATEST HITS’

Will Young has recently announced the Will Young - 20 Years Tour in celebration of the 20th anniversary of his Pop Idol win, set to take place in October & November 2022. Since winning the show’s first series in 2002, Will has gone on to become the most successful contestant to ever appear on the show, with over 10 million records sold, 8 UK Top 3 albums including his recent 2021 album Crying On The Bathroom Floor, and the No.1 best-selling single of the noughties, ‘Evergreen/Anything Is Possible’.

Pop Idol was broadcast to as many as 10 million viewers when it originally aired, shooting Will to fame and rewarding him with a record deal to release his beloved UK No.1 debut album From Now On after receiving a massive 4.6 million votes from the public. The singing competition was one of the first of its kind and, with just two series, it cemented its legacy in British pop culture as well as becoming an international TV franchise.

Alongside news of the tour, Will also shares details of his upcoming album ‘20 Years - The Greatest Hits’, set for release in 2022. Spanning from his Pop Idol winner’s single ‘Evergreen’, the No.1 hits ‘Light My Fire’ and ‘Leave Right Now’, to Crying On The Bathroom Floor’s ‘Daniel’, as well as two brand new songs, the album will be available on CD, deluxe signed CD & vinyl LP via Sony Music.

Will Young - 20 Years Tour 2022

31 October - Torquay Princess Theatre

3 November - Cardiff St David’s Hall

8 November - Bath Forum

10 November - Swansea Arena

4 November - Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

Alongside the tour’s general on-sale, the Crying On The Bathroom Floor Remix EP will be released via Cooking Vinyl. The EP features six Sudlow remixes of Will’s interpretations of ‘Daniel’, ‘Crying On The Bathroom Floor’ and latest single ‘Indestructible’, which has made the BBC Radio 2 playlist.

Est: 1996

The Fashion Museum, Bath, Somerset

The Museum of Costume was opened in the Assembly Rooms on 23 May 1963. It was founded by Doris Langley Moore, a designer, collector, writer and scholar, who gave her famous private collection of costume to the city of Bath.

Tel: 01225 477789 Visit: www.fashionmuseum.co.uk

Bovington Tank Museum, Dorset

An essential stop for boys large and small, with an exhibition of the 35 most significant tanks, live rolling tanks, stationary ones to climb in and out of, perfect reconstructions of First World War trenches to explore.

Tel: 01929 405096 Visit: www.tankmuseum.org

RAMM, Exeter, Devon

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery is a museum and art gallery in Exeter, Devon, the largest in the city. It holds significant and diverse collections in areas such as zoology, anthropology, fine art, local and overseas archaeology, and geology.

Tel: 01392 265858 Visit: www.rammuseum.org.uk

Museum of Witchcraft and Magic, Boscastle, Cornwall

The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic, formerly known as the Museum of Witchcraft, is a museum dedicated to European witchcraft and magic located in the village of Boscastle in Cornwall.

Tel: 01840 250111 Visit: www.museumofwitchcraftandmagic.co.uk

The Roman Baths, Bath, Somerset

The Roman Baths, at the heart of the City of Bath World Heritage Site, consists of the remarkably preserved remains of one of the greatest religious spas of the ancient world. The city’s unique thermal springs rise in the site and the Baths still flow with natural hot water.

Tel: 01225 477785 Visit: www.romanbaths.co.uk

Art and Culture Guide Regional

The Fleet Air Arm Museum, Somerset

The Fleet Air Arm Museum is devoted to the history of British naval aviation. It has an extensive collection of military and civilian aircraft, aero engines, models of aircraft and Royal Navy ships, and paintings and drawings related to naval aviation.

Tel: 01935 840565 Visit: www.fleetairarm.com

National Maritime Museum, Falmouth, Cornwall

The National Maritime Museum Cornwall is a place to enrich your understanding of the sea, and Cornwall. We also bring rare objects from around the world to Cornwall to tell local, national and international stories.

Tel: 01326 313388 Visit: www.nmmc.co.uk

Winchester Science Centre, Winchester, Hants

An exciting family destination, Winchester Science Centre is the South of England’s interactive science and technology centre with the largest standalone planetarium in the UK. Open 7 days a week, we provide exciting, hands-on science experiences to spark curiosity.

Tel: 01962 863791 Visit: www.winchestersciencecentre.org

Lyme Regis Museum, Dorset

The museum is situated in the heart of Lyme Regis, with stunning views of Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast. Displays showcase the amazing life story of Mary Anning and our world class fossil collection, as well as featuring the town’s colourful history.

Tel: 01297 443370 Visit: www.lymeregismuseum.co.uk

SS Great Britain, Bristol, Somerset

There is so much to see here at Brunel’s SS Great Britain in Bristol. Be sure to head beneath the glass sea, walk the SS Great Britain’s history in the Dockyard Museum and step onto the ship itself. Alive with sights, sounds and even smells, prepare to set sail!

Tel: 0117 926 0680 Visit: www.ssgreatbritain.org

For more information please visit www.whatsonsouthwest.com

DEVON’S MULTI AWARD WINNING COUNTRY PUB

Award Winning Pub Garden

The Church House Inn at Marldon dates back to the 1400’s & gave accommodation to the artisans working on the Church, after which it became a meeting house for the church congregation and finally the Village Inn

Food is served Daily: 12-2.30pm / 6-9pm

Reservations: 01803 558279

The finest local produce is used to create a wonderful array of dishes and our Menus change regularly.

A Small Plate option is available for our Lunch-time diners (Mon-Sat)

Paignton FINE FOOD

FINE LOCAL ALES

FINE WINE & FIZZ

AWARD WINNING RESTAURANT

6 En-Suite Rooms

Large Restaurant & Bar Areas

Seasonal Local Produce – Crab, Fish, Meat

Sunday Lunch – Served All Day

Great Wines (some Organic & Local), Local Ales, Local Gin, Cocktails, Coffee

Something for everyone!

Stunning Beer Garden – overlooking Churston Station, Dartmouth Steam Railway, Heritage Railway – sit & enjoy with lunch & a drink!

Large Car Park - Patrons, add your registration at the bar for FREE Parking all day

Hospitality Gold Pub Award

Hospitality Silver Restaurant Award

Brixham

GALMPTON

Every Thursday 8:00pm Jonathan’s Quiz, with wine & cash prizes.

Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday evening

Steak Night: 2 mains + a bottle of wine, all for £25. Includes sizzling rump steak & tuna steak on a stone!

Every Sunday 8:00pm Diddy’s music & general knowledge quiz, with wine & chocolate prizes.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL: 01803 661101

Canonteign Falls

Night Lantern Walk

Saturday 6th November 6pm–8pm

As the clocks turn back join us for a special lantern walk around the Lily Lake and see the stunning Clampitt Falls all lit up.

The snack bar will also be open selling hot chocolate and delicious soup to warm you all up after your walk. Normal admission price applies. Please bring torches as it gets very dark!

To book tickets visit: www.canonteignfalls.co.uk

Directions

In the Teign Valley off of the A3193, follow the brown tourist board signs.

t. 01647 252434 e. info@canonteign.com

Canonteign Falls, Christow, Exeter, Devon EX6 7RH

Kents Cavern is one of the most important Stone Age sites in Europe and one of Britain’s best showcaves!

On your visit you’ll go back to a time when thecave was home to ancient humans, sheltering from extreme weather, making fires, shaping tools and hunting Ice Age animals. As you walk through the extensive labyrinth of caverns, you’ll be surrounded by 400 million year old rocks and spectacular stalagmites and stalactites.

Our entertaining cave guides tell the story of a 15 year long Victorian Excavation which uncovered some of Britain’s most ancient secrets.

All tours around the cave are guided and begin in the Vestibule Chamber, as you

enter the cave you’ll feel the temperature at a constant 14c. Your tour guide will lead you through the Long Arcade to reveal how the caves were formed 2.5 million years ago and how stalagmite floors formed, sealing in the evidence of Ice Age occupations. Down in the Rockies you’ll see stalagmites and stalactites decorating this pretty chamber.

Return through Clinnicks Gallery into the Cave of Inscriptions and the Labyrinth to see examples of the earliest tools ever found in Britain, along with bones and teeth of ancient Ice Age animals. Into the Bears Den to experience the famous Kents Cavern blackout, a favourite since the 1930s. Head down the Water Gallery and up to the Great Chamber with its exhibition dedicated to the Stone Age and Victorian excavators.

To book tickets visit: www.kents-cavern.co.uk

Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks and both hot & cold drinks. We also have special boards with fresh local seafood.

Where the Music Matters

Est: 1996

Tavistock Inn

One of England’s oldest pubs, Tavistock Inn dates back to about 1413 when Newbridge was built. The bridge was “new” when it was built- hence it’s name - and so was the pub, a welcome stop for weary travellers who had just climbed Newbridge hill. And little has changed, for good beer, wines, spirits and soft drinks, including a fine selection of real ales are still dispensed to visitors from near and far, together with some of the best pub food you’ll find in Devon with local produce being used when available.

Poundsgate, Dartmoor, TQ13 7NY. Tel: 01364 631251.

Elephants Nest Inn

The Elephant’s Nest Inn is a quintessentially English – and Devonshire – country pub set in a peaceful location within the Dartmoor National Park. It is a place to meet, whether for a drink or to eat, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. There are open log fires, thick stone walls and slate floors inside, and outside there is a large and recently extended garden which provides marvellous views of the moor. Tavistock PL19 9NQ. Tel: 01822 810273.

The Prince of Wales

After a full day of activities on Dartmoor replace your energy in our pub The Prince of Wales. Situated just in front of the bunkhouse we serve good, honest, value for money pub grub. Find all the traditional, well loved, pub dishes and refuel your tank for the next day’s adventures. After a good night’s sleep a full English breakfast is served in the pub for only £6.50 per person.

Tavistock Road, Princetown, PL20 6QF Tel: 01822 890219.

For more fine Establishments & Public Houses please visit www.whatsonsouthwest.com

Country Pub Guide Regional

Bay Horse Inn

Following a refurbishment in 2015 and with a beer garden that is carved into the cliff face, the Bay Horse is a very pleasant bar located on one of the main arteries into the historic town of Ashburton, Devon. As the pub has no catering kitchen, the offer is completely focused on the tasty drinks and customer service. Regular ales feature on the menu along with popular lagers and ciders. A steady menu of events entice guests who enjoy live sports, board games, quiz nights and live bands who feature regularly.

64 North Street, Newton Abbot TQ13 7QG. Tel: 01364 653912.

The Forest Inn

The Forest Inn specialise in home made food using seasonal, locally sourced produce wherever possible. There is an emphasis on local beers and ciders, you have the opportunity to quench your thirst after the efforts of the day with a drink at the bar or relaxing on the Chesterfield in the lounge area, complete with log fire for winter evenings.

Hexworthy, Dartmeet, PL20 6SD Tel: 01364 631211.

Peter Tavy Inn

The Peter Tavy Inn is a charming 15th century pub in the pretty village of Peter Tavy on the western flanks of Dartmoor. Renowned for good food and wellkept real ales. Home-made dishes are prepared from fresh local produce. Good sized carpark and walkers, cyclists, dogs and children are welcome.

Tavistock, PL19 9NN Tel: 01822 810348.

The Globe’s life as a coach house started way back in the 1600s, and since then its role in the community hasn’t much changed. Of course, the building is now much warmer and the plumbing much more reliable, but some things just don’t change. Comforting home-cooked food comes out of the kitchen, and the two well-stocked bars all serve the finest local tipples.

9 High St, Chagford, Newton Abbot, Devon. Tel: 01647 433485.

This award-winning pub which sits at the gateway to the Moors in Bovey Tracey is a comfortable and friendly spot for beer drinking. Rooms are available, and the food here is great, but, as a village pub, the atmosphere is second to none. Log burners keep the place toasty in the colder months, and the sunny lawn is popular in summer.

Fore St, Bovey Tracey, Devon Tel: 01626 833473.

Plume of Feathers

The Plume is Princetown’s oldest building, and it feels like it. But that’s not to say that that’s a bad thing. This traditional historic pub is perfectly placed for walkers, hikers and tourists in the area and is decked out in proper granite walls and wooden beams. The beer on tap is local and delicious, and the staff are very friendly.

The Square, Princetown Tel: 01822 890240.

The Post is another one of those traditional Dartmoor pubs from the 16th century. It’s a formula that works well in these parts, and this pub is a warm welcome from the often hostile Dartmoor elements. There are tons of local ciders, beers and ales on tap, as well as a big menu which is sure to not leave a single soul hungry.

Exeter Rd, Whiddon Down, Okehampton, Devon. Tel: 01647 231242.

Cromwell Arms

The Post Inn

The Globe Inn

Country Pub Guide Regional

Bearslake Inn

The Bearslake is what we call a real pub, and by that we mean that locals don’t even have to ask the bar staff for their next drink. The restaurant here is of exceptionally high quality, and a good selection of beers are available. Bearslake is believed to have once been a working farm that dates all the way back to the 13th century, so there’s a hell of a lot of history in these walls!

Lake Sourton, Okehampton Tel: 01837 861334.

The New Inn

The New Inn is just about everything you could wish for from a country pub. Full of character, great beers, better food and a welcome atmosphere. The kitchen is run by Master Chef’s Malcolm Whybrow, his wife Karen and Michelin-trained Matthew Buscombe. As such, all aspects of this menu are beyond excellent, especially the puddings.

Green Hill, Sampford Courtenay, Okehampton, Devon. Tel: 01837 82247.

The Rugglestone

The Rugglestone is a traditional Dartmoor pub, complete with wooden beams, an oversized hearth with a roaring fire which burns year-round and a long history of coachmen and their antics. The food here is hearty and delicious – just what the doctor ordered after a long day in the great outdoors – and the beer garden is a pretty wisteria-clad backdrop, perfect for afternoon beers.

Widecombe in the Moor, Newton Abbot, Devon. Tel: 01364 621327.

Dartmoor Halfway Inn

The Dartmoor Halfway Inn food is locally sourced where possible and is freshly cooked to order. The specials board changes daily and the menus with the seasons. Real ales and fine wines complement the menu, not to mention a good selection of spirits with over six different gins, a great selection of malts & vodkas to try.

Bickington, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6JW Tel: 01626 824011.

The Blagdon Inn

The Blagdon Inn looks like a quintessentially traditional English pub from the outside, yet once you venture inside you are met with a contemporary feel as well as a truly warm Devon welcome. From comforting pub food to sizzling fajitas to scrumptious desserts and smooth ice creams, we’ve got all the ingredients for a very special dining experience at The Blagdon Inn. Totnes Road, Paignton, TQ4 7PW. Tel: 01803 521412.

Ye Olde Smokey House

Ye Olde Smokey House, is a renowned for great food, drink and hospitality. Our talented and experienced chef creates mouth-watering dishes using the best of local Devon produce. Join us for a leisurely lunch, evening dinner or our popular Sunday carvery. We serve real ales, ciders, fine wines and also offer an exciting gin menu. Marldon, Paignton, TQ3 1NN. Tel: 01803 557630.

Church House Inn at Marldon

Quintessential English Village Pub serving delicious food 7 days a week. We use finest local produce where possible to create a mouth watering array of dishes. Our menus are based on locally produced products wherever possible & change on a daily basis. All of our sauces are gluten free and we have a number of delicious puddings suitable for coeliac.

Village Road, Marldon, Paignton, TQ3 1SL. Tel: 01803 558279.

The Star Inn, Liverton

The Star is a traditional family run pub which offers a warm welcome, good food and a wide variety of hot and cold drinks including cask ales, wines and premium soft drinks. The Star has a large car park, beer garden, patio area and children’s play area. We are family friendly and also welcome dogs on a leads. Old Liverton Rd, Liverton, Newton Abbot TQ12 6EZ. Tel: 01626 824535.

• Single Tariff & No Extras

• 24 hours Service

• All major credit cards and debit cards accepted

• Textback or Ringback service when your car arrives

• Business Accounts available

*5,6,7 or 8 passengers subject to separate tariff & small surcharge over Xmas and New Year.

ANNOUNCES

MAJOR 2022 EUROPEAN HEADLINE TOUR

Emerging to a wealth of critical acclaim, Gary Numan’s new album ‘Intruder’ is out, and looks set to make a similar impact to 2017’s ‘Savage (Songs From A Broken World)’ which entered the charts at #2. Now Gary Numan can confirm details of his first European tour in support of the album, which commences in April 2022.

Opening with eighteen-dates in the UK and Ireland, the tour includes Gary Numan’s first show at The SSE Arena, Wembley since he played three sold-out farewell concerts at the venue back in 1981. His return to the venue also represents the joint largest headline show that he has ever played in the UK- a

phenomenal and unusual achievement for an artist whose career spans over 40 years.

Gary Numan commented:

“To say I’ve missed touring would be a colossal understatement. It’s the life I chose when I was a teenager so not being able to tour the world has been very difficult. But now things are changing once again and the next UK tour has been announced and I am as excited as I was when all this started for me a lifetime ago. More so in fact. I can’t wait to walk out onto a stage again, to hear the roar of the crowd, the ear shattering volume of the music, to be bathed in light and soak up that emotion. It’s what I’m here for.”

You can see Gary Numan at the following venues in the Southwest:

& The Scorchers

Over the last 25 years Duke Johnson & The Scorchers have become an institution to live music, rightfully gaining a reputation as one of the best Rock & Roll bands in the UK. They are not a tribute band but a shinning tribute to some of the best acts & songs in the world. Fronted by “The Duke”, the bands level of musicianship is unrivalled. Their reputation has been built through being a highly energetic live band whose back catalogue is unchallenged by any band, local or national.

The Duke has the perfect charismatic stage presence, along with the some of the most talented musicians to be found anywhere. All of these winning attributes mean they are a seriously tight band that can play anywhere- from the biggest of stages supporting the likes of the legendary Chuck Berry, Ian Dury, Tony Hadley from Spandau Ballet and a host of other world class acts, to the local pub. There has never been any partiality, they put in blinding performances regardless of the venue. A band that has the versatility to do this shows that it is all about the music & getting the message across to a crowd of all ages. This is gained through years of experience & has often been the fuel that keeps this giant musical engine running. The repertoire is varied but extensive, the set comprises of classics such as, Pinball Wizard, Brown Sugar, Summer of 69, Life in the Fast Lane, Vertigo, Weather with You, Jumping Jack Flash, So Lonely, Roxanne, Black Dog & many more classic hits spanning over 4 generations.

Lead Vocals

Duke Johnson

Lead Guitar

Ryan Butler

Drums & Percussion

Tim Powell-Morris

Bass Guitar & Vocals

Tim Spencer

BABBACOMBE

CHARITABLE INCORPORATED ORGANISATION

REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1182292

2021

Do all your Christmas shopping under one huge roof.

You’ll enjoy browsing around 100s of stalls displaying 1000s of new lines and amazing seasonal o ers! Meet dozens of talented local craftspeople. A diverse mix of importers, manufacturers and wholesalers with exciting new ranges.

Fabulous fashions, accessories and jewellery.

Superb food & drink area with scrummy puddings, confectionery, liqueurs ... Gadgets, hobbies, sports, toys and household goods.

Entertainment.

Gifts you won’t nd on the high street!

Westpoint, Exeter

Friday 26 November - Sunday 28 November

Open Friday and Saturday 9am - 5pm / Sunday 9am - 4pm

Tickets available online and also at the door (Cash only)

Admission £4, Seniors £3, 16 and under free. Contact us for group bookings.

FREE GR0TTO!

3 Fun-packed Days of ALL UNDER ONE ROOF!

Let’s celebrate - it’s back! This year’s Christmas Shopping Fayre takes place from Friday 26th – Sunday 28th November at Westpoint, Exeter. It’s the 25th Fayre so it’s actually a double celebration!

Do all your Christmas shopping under one huge roof.

You'll enjoy browsing around hundreds of stalls displaying thousands of new lines and amazing seasonal offers! There will be a diverse mix of exhibitors, from importers, manufacturers and wholesalers with exciting new ranges, to dozens of talented local craftspeople. Whoever you’re shopping for, including yourself!, there’s bound to be something to catch your eye, with many gifts that you won’t find on the high street.

For three days Westpoint is transformed into an Aladdin's cave of wonderful gift ideas and essential Christmas items. It's a magical few days that the traders enjoy as much as the many thousands of regular visitors. In fact, it's simply the best festive shopping event you'll find anywhere in the South West!

You’ll enjoy browsing around 100s of stalls displaying 1000s of new lines and amazing !

Meet dozens of talented local craftspeople . A diverse mix of impor ters, manufac turers and wholesalerswith exciting new ranges.

Fabulousfashions, accessoriesandjeweller y.

The show is open from Friday 26th – Sunday 28th November, from 9.00am - 5.00pm on Friday and Saturday, and 9.00am - 4.00pm on Sunday. Tickets (£4 Adults, £3 Seniors, 16 and under free) can be bought online via the website or on the door (cash only). Visit www.christmasshoppingfayre.com to find out more and book your tickets now!

Superbfood & drinkarea with scrummy puddings, confec tioner y, liqueurs ... Gadgets, hobbie household good Enter

Westpoint, Exeter

Friday 26 November - Sund

Open Friday and Saturday 9am - 5pm / Sund

Tickets available online and also at the door (

There’s fabulous fashions, accessories and jewellery. Gadgets, toys, toiletries, household goods. Then there’s the superb food & drink area, where you’ll find scrummy puddings, confectionery, liqueurs to sample and buy. And, of course, there’s plenty of Christmas decorations! On top of all of that there’s free entertainment, from brass bands to choirs, and most importantly of all, a free Santa’s Grotto for the kids. Have they been naughty or nice this year?

Admission £4, Seniors £3, 16 and under f Contac t us for group book ings.

www.christmasshoppingfayre.com

GIANT

PAIGNTON PANTOMIME PRODUCTIONS

NODA South West Awards 2014, 2017 and 2018

What was written about the 2019 Sleeping Beauty

Adult £14.00 Senior Conc’ £13.00

Children (under 16) £12.00 Groups (10+) – 1 free seat in 10

The multi award winning Paignton Pantomime Productions returns to the Palace Theatre, Paignton with another spectacular pantomime full of colour, song, dance, wit and audience participation.

The production team that brought you Sleeping Beauty return with an even bigger budget to give you a spectacle of “giant” proportions and to make “Jack” the must see Torbay pantomime. Once again there are seven matinees so both young and old can enjoy this feast of pure entertainment.

In the little village of “Old Windy Bottom” the inhabitants are terrorized by the giant in his castle in the sky. Who can rid them of the threat and save the kidnapped Princess? Will good prevail or will the giant’s evil henchmen in the village win the day? Will Dame Dottie Dimple’s son Jack rise to the occasion? All will be revealed when you buy a ticket for this fabulous production and as the giant has been heard to roar – “Fee Fi Fum Fo – Down to the Box Office You Must Go!”

RAPUNZEL ADULT PANTO

Featuring an ALL STAR DRAG CAST

Thursday 4th November

Tickets: £28.50 Meet & Greet: £41.50

COME WHAT MAY

The Ultimate Tribute to Moulin Rouge

Saturday 13th November - 7.30pm

Tickets: £22.50

GEORGE MICHAEL LIVE

Starring STEVE MITCHELL

Friday 26th November - 7.30pm

Tickets: £22.50/£20.00

OH WHAT A NIGHT!

Friday 10th December - 7.30pm

Tickets: £23.00/£21.00

JASON MANFORD

‘Like Me’

Friday 28th January - 7.30pm

Tickets: £30.00 (14 years+)

BLAKE - LIVE IN CONCERT Classic BRIT Award Winners

Saturday 9th February - 7.30pm

Tickets: £25.00/£23.00

THE RUBETTES Featuring Bill Heard

Friday 18th March - 7.30pm

Tickets: £20.00/£18.00

NISH KUMAR Control

Saturday 26th March - 7.30pm

Tickets: £20.00 (Age recommended 18+)

OMID DJALILI

The Good Times Tour

Monday 4th April - 8.00pm

Tickets: £25.00

GYLES BRANDRETH

Break A Leg

Sunday 24th April - 3.00pm

Tickets: £20.00 (Age 11+)

MONEY FOR NOTHING

Dire Straits Tribute Show

Saturday 6th November - 7.30pm

Tickets: £22.00

THE HISTORY OF ROCK

A celebration of the very best of CLASSIC ROCK

Friday 19th November - 7.30pm

Tickets: £22.00

THE BOHEMIANS LIVE

QUEEN Greatest Hits Tour

Friday 3rd December - 7.30pm

Tickets: £20.00/£19.00

FORBIDDEN NIGHTS

#Sexy Circus

Friday 17th December - 7.30pm

Tickets: £23.00

MJ THE LEGACY - STARRING CJ

CJ has the look, the moonwalk & the voice

Friday 4th February - 7.30pm

Tickets: £21.50/£20.50

FLEETWOOD BAC

This show is endorsed by Mick Fleetwood!

Saturday 26th February - 7.30pm

Tickets: £20.00/19.00

ED BYRNE

‘If I’m Honest’

Saturday 19th March - 8.00pm

Tickets: £25.00

SPIRIT OF THE BLITZ

1940’s Songbook

Saturday 2nd April - 2.30pm

Tickets: £17.00/£16.00

THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC

A 2 Hour Spectacular

Friday 15th April - 7.30pm

Tickets: £21.50/£20.50

CALIFORNIA’S DREAMIN’

Surfin’ USA

Saturday 14th May - 7.30pm

Tickets: £27.50

CROWN MATRIMONIAL

By arrangement with Josef Weinberger

In 1980 the original Bijou Theatre staged this fascinating and gripping insight into the Abdication of 1936. This revival comes at a time when today’s Royal Family have experienced their own trials and tribulations echoing those of the Constitutional crisis of that year when the King renounced his throne for the love of Wallis Simpson –a twice divorced American socialite.

In the 1980 production Wendy Caplan – the current Bijou’s Company Manage – played the part of the Duchess of York (who later became Queen Elizabeth and subsequently HM the Queen Mother). History is repeating itself in that Wendy’s daughter Sarah, well known to Bijou audiences, is reprising that role some 40 years later! Returning to direct is Andrew Kenyon who gave us the spine-tingling ‘Who Killed Santa Claus?’ in December 2018.

Crown Matrimonial is a well-crafted and engrossing piece of theatre about the Abdication crisis of December 1936. The story of Edward VIII abdicating for the love of the twice-divorced American Wallis Simpson is well documented; what is not so well known is the effect his decision had on the protagonists in private.

The play centres on how the crisis affected the Royal Family’s inner circle; showing how deeply Edward was in love with Mrs. Simpson and his despair at not being able to marry her and remain on the throne; the fears his brother (George VI – the current Queen’s father) had about succeeding him and how their mother - Queen Mary - was concerned that the Monarchy would crumble under the scandal.

December 10th this year marks the eighty-fourth anniversary of the signing of the Instrument of Abdication and films such as “The King’s Speech” and the award-winning series “The Crown” show how this story continues to fascinate.

Performance dates are 24th -27th November 2021 at 7.30pm each evening and we look forward to seeing you at The Palace Theatre.

AMY DUNCAN

ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM

‘COCOON’ & RELEASES LEAD SINGLE “A DOOR IS OPENING”

Acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Amy Duncan has announced details of her new album ‘Cocoon’ and also recently released its lead single “A Door Is Opening”

‘Cocoon’ is the follow-up to 2020’s The Hidden World, from which the single “The Whole Town” received radio play on BBC Radio 2’s Folk Show and BBC6 Music’s Radcliffe & Maconie.

After the events of the past seventeen months, the exquisite “A Door Is Opening” is relatable for all of us; “The songs from ‘Cocoon’ came out of the experience of the pandemic, and “A Door Is Opening” is about the momentous feeling of leaving the house for a walk during lockdown,” explains Duncan. “The simple action of opening the door and stepping out felt like a special occasion, knowing that it was the only choice to make.”

Blending warm yet minimal folk and electronica sounds with intimate vocals, Cocoon was recorded in Edinburgh with producer-engineer Cameron Malcolm, who produced Paul Buchanan of The Blue Nile’s 2012 solo album Mid Air. Cameron is the son of Buchanan’s Blue Nile bandmate Calum Malcolm, who produced Duncan’s albums Cycles Of Life (2013), Undercurrents (2016) and Anitidote (2017), the former of which was released on The Blue Nile’s label Linn Records. Multi-instrumentalist Duncan plays keys, synths, electric guitar and electric upright bass on Cocoon, while her son Finn contributes acoustic guitar.

‘COCOON’ IS RELEASED NOVEMBER 26 2021 (ON FILLY RECORDS)

+ LIVESTREAMED ALBUM LAUNCH SHOW AT EDINBURGH VOODOO ROOMS

Duncan will launch Cocoon with a very special show at The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh on November 21, which will also be livestreamed.

She has also confirmed three shows for spring 2022:

19 April 2022 London, The Green Note

21 April 2022 Bath, Chapel Arts Centre

23 April 2022 Corsham, Pound Arts Centre

What makes a pantomime?

All you need is: a sprinkle of Buttons, dash of ugly sisters, a pinch of a Prince, one loyal sidekick and a dusting of a Princess. Mix them all up, adding of course a flick of the wrist for that magical kick, to having the best loved Pantomime of all, Cinderella.

Cinderella is making its way to the Princess Theatre. 10 DECEMBER 2021 – 2 JANUARY 2022

Various Performance Times

The Perfect Festive Family Treat!

BABBACOMBE THEATRE

TORQUAY

01803 328385

Step Into Christmas – 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th

November, 1st & 8th December 2.30pm &

8.15pm Wednesday 15th & 22nd December

2.30pm. Boxing Day Sunday 26th December 12 Noon & 3pm. Tuesday 28th December 3pm. New

Year’s Day Saturday 1st January 12 Noon & 3pm

NOVEMBER

4th - Rapunzel – Adult Pantomime 7.30pm

6th - Money for Nothing – Dire Straits Tribute

20th Anniversary Tour 7.30pm

13th - Come What May – The Ultimate Tribute to Moulin Rouge 7.30pm

19th - The History of Rock 7.30pm

26th - George Michael Live 7.30pm

FEBRUARY

Every Tuesday & Wednesday - The Variety Show 8.15pm

4th - MJ The Legacy starring CJ 7.30pm

19th - Blake Live In Concert 7.30pm

26th - Fleetwood Bac 7.30pm

MARCH

12th - Everything Changes – The Take That & Robbie Williams Story 7.30pm

18th - The Rubettes 7.30pm

19th - Ed Byrne – If I’m Honest 8pm

26th - Nisk Kumar 7.30pm

APRIL

2nd - Spirit of the Blitz – Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of VE Day 7.30pm

4th - Omid Djalili: The Good Times Tour 7.30pm

15th - Thank Abba for the Music 7.30pm

16th - Jim Davidson – Last Man Standing 7.30pm

24th - Gyles Brandreth – Break A Leg! 3pm

Additional info check the website

www.babbacombe-theatre.com

PRINCESS THEATRE

TORQUAY

DECEMBER

3rd - The Bohemians – Queen’s Greatest Hits

7.30pm

10th - Oh What A Night 7.30pm

17th - Forbidden Nights 7.30pm

JANUARY

28th - Jason Manford – Like Me 7.30pm

0844 871 3023

*Please note that calls to all of our phone numbers starting with 0844 will cost up to 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge Groups 10: 0333 009 5387 (Mon – Fri 10am – 5pm)

NOVEMBER

1st-6th - Chicago

For all shows and concerts from the following theatres please visit our online theatre guide at: www.whatsonsouthwest.com/theatre

Theatre GuideRegional

25th - Moscow City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

28th - Elkie Brooks

29th - The Rolling Stones Story

30th - Sing-A-Long-A The Greatest Showman

FEBRUARY

3rd - Lionel The Music Of Lionel Richie

8th–12th Private Lives

16th - Calling Planet Earth

18th - Friends! The Musical Parody

19th - Kevin Clifton – Burn The Floor

20th - Ellen Kents Madama Butterfly

26th - Menopause The Musical

13th - Buckingham Dance Studio Presents

15th-20th - Six

21st - You Win Again – Celebrating the Music of The Bee Gees

22nd - That’ll Be The Day Christmas Show

23rd - David Suchet – Poirot and More, A Retrospective

24th - Nina Conti – The Dating Show

26th-27th - Riverdance – The New 25th Anniversary Show

28th - The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

DECEMBER

5th - Royal Marines Christmas Spectacular

10th-2nd Jan - Cinderella

JANUARY

6th - John Bishop – Warm Up

8th - McCartney – The Songbook

24th - Moscow City Ballet presents Swan Lake

MARCH

7th-8th - The Tiger Who Came to Tea

9th - Midge Ure – The Voice & Visions Tour

10th - The Dreamboys

12th - The Rocket Man – A Tribute to Sir Elton John

24th-26th - Gangsta Granny

27th - Buddy Holly & The Criketers

APRIL

6th - Jimmy Carr – Terribly Funny

8th - The Kind Is Back – Ben Portsmouth is Elvis

9th - Jack Dee – Off the Telly

10th - That’ll Be The Day

17th - ABBA Mania

19th - Giovanni Pernice – This is Me

20th - Ellen Kent’s Carmen

22nd - Hello Again ... A Tribute to Neil Diamond

23rd - Bowie Experience

24th - Josh Widdicombe – Bit Much...

25th - Dreamboats & Petticoats

27th - Johannes Radebe – Freedom

28th - The Shires

30th - Midnight Train to Georgia

PALACE THEATRE

PAIGNTON

01803 665800

OCTOBER

13th - Mark Watson: How You Can Almost Win

14th - The Elvis Years – The Story of the King

15th - Jeremy Vine – What the Hell Is Going On?!

20th-23rd - The Ghost Train

22nd - Poetry Pop Up at the Palace

29th - Jenny Éclair: Sixty! (FFS!)

31st - Las Vegas Live with the Rat Pack and Marilyn

NOVEMBER

3rd - Day at Night – The Doris Day Songbook

11th - An Audience At The Palace – Anne

George: Born Into Entertainment

11th - Happy Days Are Here Again

12th - Dom Joly’s Holiday Snaps – Travel & Comedy in the Danger Zone

13th - Genesis Connected

14th - Ladyboys of Bangkok ‘Flight of Fantasy’

19th - Diamonds are Forever

20th - Michael Portillo. Life: A Game of Two Halves

24th-27th - Crown Matrimonial

27th - Stage Left Sounds – Music Night

DECEMBER

4th - Rock For Heroes

Paignton Pantomime Productions – Jack & The Beanstalk

18th & 19th - 2.30pm, 21st & 23rd 7.30pm,

26th - 2.30pm, 27th -2.30pm & 7.30pm, 28th –

2.30pm, 29th & 30th – 7.30pm

18th - Stage Left Sounds – Music Night

31st - The Vinyl Avengers New Year’s Eve Party

JANUARY

Paignton Pantomime Productions – Jack & The Beanstalk

1st – 2.30pm & 7.30pm, 2nd – 2.30pm

9th - Cinderella

13th - An Audience at the Palace – The Torquay Historical Pageant of 1924

27th - An Audience at the Palace – 1545: Who Sank the Mary Rose?

For all shows and concerts from the following theatres please visit our online theatre guide at: www.whatsonsouthwest.com/theatre

Theatre GuideRegional

FEBRUARY

3rd - The Snow Queen (Ballet Theatre UK)

12th - Phoney Fools & Horsed

25th - Choice Grenfell: A Tribute to Joyce Grenfell

MARCH

5th - Top Secret – The Magic of Science

10th - An Audience at the Palace with The Churchill Girls

12th - Frontline Chat: Talking Cops

18th - The Three Degrees

24th - Kerry Godliman Bosh

27th - Glenn Miller and Big Band Spectacular

APRIL

2nd - Strictly Come Dancing’s Neil Jones in Gingerland

7th - An Audience at the Palace: The Gilberts of Compton Castle

9th - Happy Feet 11

30th - A Fright at the Museum (And The Curse of the Ancient Custard Pie)

presents The Dog FrienDly ChrisT mas Carol serviCe

All well behaved dogs welcome

Be sure to wear your favourite Christmas jumper – pooches too!

Please take responsibility for your dog at all times during the event.

In partnership with

Saturday 11th December 2021, at 12pm

Saturday 11th December 2021, at 12pm

Wolborough Street (near Carpetright), Newton Abbot Town Centre

Wolborough Street (near Carpetright), Newton Abbot Town Centre

Event subject to weather permitting.

Lead by Reverend Gareth Regan. In association with the Anglican churches of Newton Abbot

NEW YEARS EVE 2021

Live Music with Stillyano3 piece party rock band

DJ Ian Brown

Midnight balloon drop

Food served outside Open till very late

Fancy Dress & prizes

Great Party atmosphere

FREE ENTRY before 8pm t’s and c’s apply

£5 entry after 8pm

Celebrate this New Year’s Eve at our All Inclusive Gala. Welcome in 2022 with an evening of delicious food, cocktails, gins, fine wines, champagne, sensational entertainment and great company.

Then continue the evening with fabulous sounds keeping you on the dance floor until the ‘wee small’ hours.

• Glass of Gin Fizz on Arrival

• Gala Hot & Cold Buffet

Prices £85.00 per Ticket

For tickets please call 01803 390729 or book through our website.

Elton’s Bar Torwood Street, Torquay, TQ1 1EB.

The Boathouse Christmas Menu

Starters

Game Pithivier Puff Pastry Pie

Burnt onion and port ketchup

Goats Cheese Caesar Salad (v, gf)

Baby lettuce | pomegranate |Dijon honey dressing | garlic croutons

Brixham Crab Blinis (gf)

Fresh picked white crab meat | buckwheat pancakes |charred corn salsa | lemon tarragon mayonnaise

Available Wed - Sat Nights

Roasted Tomato And Basil Soup (v,gfo)

Black pepper and olive pesto | sourdough

Mains

Beer Braised Beef Short Rib

Duck fat roast potatoes |spiced red cabbage | onion gravy

Roast Turkey (gfo)

All the traditional trimmings

Dauphinoise Spinach Pie (v)

breakfast served daily from 9.00am full menu SERVED FROM 12 noon handcrafted pizzas & handmade burgers locally sourced fish & seafood

Short crust pastry | baby carrots | mulled wine gravy

Herb Crusted Hake (gf)

Citrus chickpea salad | courgettes fries | lime and caper remoulade

Beetroot Risotto (vg,gf)

fresh seasonal salads regularly updated specials board locally roasted artisan coffees wide selection of quality teas

Roasted beetroot | toasted walnuts | polenta crisp

Desserts

Mint Chocolate (gf)

homebaked cakes & snacks large beer garden

Peppermint chocolate delice | coffee truffle | chocolate ice cream

Toffee and Honeycomb Cheesecake

Salted caramel sauce | vanilla ice cream | crunchy bar crumb | apple gel

Vegan Double Chocolate Brownie (vg, gf)

Coconut milk custard |toasted coconut | candied lime almonds

£22.50 - 2 courses pp

£26.50 - 3 courses pp

(£50 deposit required | min of 4 people | balance due 5 days before)

Comedy superstar John Bishop is coming to Plymouth Pavilions 21st & 22nd March 2022 with his highly anticipated brand-new stand up show – Right Here, Right Now.

This will be John’s eighth stand up show and it is shaping up to be his best yet. It will see him performing across the UK, Ireland, America, Canada and Europe. He can’t wait to be back on the road again!!

John has achieved huge success with a number of his own comedy, entertainment and documentary shows including- ‘John Bishop’s Australia’ (BBC1), ‘John Bishop’s Britain’ (BBC1); ‘John Bishop’s Only Joking’ (Sky1); ‘The John Bishop Show’ (BBC1); ‘The John Bishop Christmas Show’ (BBC1) and ‘John Bishop’s Gorilla Adventure’ (ITV1). More recently ‘John Bishop’s Ireland’ for ITV1 and four mammoth series of the critically acclaimed ‘John Bishop: In Conversation With…’ which saw him chatting, one to one with some of the World’s biggest, household names.

‘A gloriously gifted storyteller’ Daily Telegraph

‘Bishop has funny bones’ The Times

‘Two hours of observational humour delivered so skilfully it looks effortless’ The Times

James Arthur Highly Anticipated Tours of The UK, Ireland & North America

James Arthur recently delighted fans by announcing tours of both the UK & Ireland and North America for spring 2022.

James will tour the UK in March 2022, with dates including a special show at London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall. The North American dates follow in April and May. He will be performing songs from his upcoming new album, ‘It’ll All Make Sense In The End,’ alongside his classic hit singles and fan favourites.

James says, “I’m beyond happy about getting back on the road and seeing everyone again. Playing shows for my fans gives me life and that’s been taken away for the best part of two years so, needless to say, I’m itching to get back out there and perform for them again. Coming to a stage near you soon!”

The local UK are as follows;

5th March - Bournemouth International Centre

6th March - Plymouth Pavilions

11th March - Cardiff Motorpoint Arena

James Arthur has sold over 30 million records worldwide and has to date released three hugely successful albums - 'James Arthur' (UK No.2), 'Back From The Edge' (UK No.1) and 'YOU' (UK No.2)alongside nine solo UK Top 40 singles. He has had two No.1 smash hits and was awarded a disc for reaching a billion streams on Spotify with ‘Say You Won't Let Go’, the No.1 global hit that brought the singer-songwriter from Middlesbrough back from the edge (it currently has 1.7 billion streams on the platform). James recently dominated the airwaves and charts with his storming collaboration with Sigala, ‘Lasting Lover’. The track was a No.1 airplay song in the UK, No.1 on iTunes and Top 10 on the Official Singles Chart.

James recently signed a new record deal in the UK with Columbia Records (a co-deal with Columbia Records Germany) and announced his new album, ‘It’ll All Make Sense In The End’ - his fourth longplayer release – which is set for release later this year.

Ann Reiter Art

Jeiann Reiter also known as Ann Reiter, is a bright, up and coming self-taught German-Filipino abstract artist. Born in Cagayan De Oro City, Philippines on the 8th of March in the year of 1997, she now resides in Devon, England.

She has amassed an impressive international following of admirers on social media where she finds inspiration and support. Her medium however, is far removed from the digital world of manipulated images. She paints bold, active brush strokes, strategic uses of palette knives, sponges, and all kinds of art materials on small to large canvases. Her art is dynamic and raw.

After discovering how the mere change of a few brush strokes could dramatically alter the emotions conveyed by watercolour and oil art mediums, she found her freedom in acrylic and abstraction. She has evolved to create a less representational visual language. Anonymous, sometimes obscured, express her personal reality filtered through feeling.

In her recent paintings she has made a more or less complete retreat from representation. Reflecting her energy and state of mind when painting, colour will take precedence over shape, departing from the distraction of realism.

Although my personality is revealed through my art, I do not wish to force an interpretation upon my audience.

Another thing I’d like to add is that many of us don’t like the feeling of buying something that’s mass-produced, so by doing my own original art and only offering in limited edition, I can bring you unique and out of the ordinary wall art that stands out from the mass productions while maintaining the feeling of exclusivity.

Est: 1996

enjoy – from vast zoos and magical aquariums, to petting farms and educational wildlife centres.

Pennywell Farm Lower Dean, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0LT

A Full Day of Family Fun at Pennywell Farm. Treat your family to a full day of family fun and animal action at Pennywell Farm. With a different activity, show or display every half hour, hundreds of friendly animals and four FREE rides, you won’t waste a single minute. There is plenty of indoor space to play and picnic and if it rains during your visit we will give you a FREE return ticket.

Tel: 01364 642023 www.pennywellfarm.co.uk

The Donkey Sanctuary Slade House Farm, Sidmouth EX10 0NU

The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth, Devon is open 365 days a year. Our donkeys love to meet new people, so come and discover their unique characters and stories here in Sidmouth, Devon - completely free of charge. Explore our exciting new indoor attractions and find out just why donkeys matter through fun, interactive displays.

Tel: 01395 578222 www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk

The Mare

&

Foal

Sanctuary Coombe Park, Littlehempston, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6LW

The miniature pony centre sits on the edge of wild and magical Dartmoor in Devon is a hidden gem of all things small, cute and cuddly. The Miniature Pony Centre is an animal lover’s idea of heaven located in the heart of Dartmoor National Park!

Tel: 01647 432400

www.miniatureponycentre.com

Miniature Pony Centre Wormhill Farm, North Bovey, Devon, TQ13 8RG

The miniature pony centre sits on the edge of wild and magical Dartmoor in Devon is a hidden gem of all things small, cute and cuddly. The Miniature Pony Centre is an animal lover’s idea of heaven located in the heart of Dartmoor National Park!

Tel: 01647 432400

www.miniatureponycentre.com

For opening times, what’s on & prices please visit www.whatsonsouthwest.com

Zoo & Wildlife Guide Regional

World

of Country Life Sandy Bay, Westdown Lane, Littleham, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5BY

World of Country Life is a family owned visitor attraction in Exmouth, Devon. With a busy programme of daily activities, a museum of farming, extensive vintage vehicle collection, acres of indoor and outdoor play areas, wide variety of animals to interact with and a fantastic on-site restaurant, a visit to World of Country Life is an excellent day out for the whole family, whatever the age, whatever the weather!

Tel: 01395 274533 www.worldofcountrylife.co.uk

Shaldon Wildlife Trust Ness Dr, Shaldon TQ14 0HP

We are set in an acre of peaceful woodland gardens on the Ness headland, just above the beautiful fishing village of Shaldon. The Zoo offers a tranquil setting and benefits from ample council run parking on our doorstep. You can also have free re-entry on the same day, so after exploring our local area and having some lunch, you can come back and see the Margay and Civets’ feeding times!

Tel: 01626 872234 www.shaldonwildlifetrust.org.uk

Dartmoor Zoological Park Sparkwell, Plymouth PL7 5DG

Join us for a fun packed, animal filled day, on the edge of one of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes. Hidden on the borders of Dartmoor National Park, Dartmoor Zoo boasts a wonderful 33 acres of woodland, celebrating a wide range of exotic and native animals, including the biggest variety of Big Cats in the South West of England.

Tel: 01752 837645 www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk

National Marine Aquarium Plymouth PL4 0LF

Discover an underwater world – starting in with local animals Plymouth Sound and journeying all the way to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia! You’ll start your visit with the largest native exhibition in the UK – exploring fish you’ve heard of and the many more mysterious animals that live on our doorstep. As you dive deeper into the Aquarium, our Eddystone Reef tank will blow your mind with the UK’s largest single-tank viewing panel.

Tel: 0844 893 7938 www.national-aquarium.co.uk

For opening times, what’s on & prices please visit www.whatsonsouthwest.com

At 368 square miles (954 square kilometres), Dartmoor is the largest open space in southern England. It has wild open moorland, granite tors and wooded river valleys. At its edge is a landscape of small fields enclosed by stone walls and hedge banks. The open spaces and sheltered valleys give pleasure to millions of people every year.

Dartmoor’s blanket bog, upland oakwood, caves and mines are among habitats of international importance.

Dartmoor’s landscape is also among the richest in western Europe in terms of its archaeological remains. Dartmoor contains the longest stone row in the world (measuring 3.4km). In fact 60% of all stone rows to be found in England are on Dartmoor and the remains of over 5000 prehistoric hut circles (houses) can be seen. Dartmoor has the greatest number of archaeological sites out of all the UK National Parks. The National Park Visitor Centre at

Dartmoor Prison Museum

Postbridge has a superb collection of prehistoric finds on display as part of an exhibition telling the story of life death and landscape on prehistoric Dartmoor.

This year prehistoric Dartmoor comes to the city with a major exhibition of the most important archaeological discovery ever made on the moor. The Early Bronze Age burial discovered on Whitehorse Hill contained a wealth of important finds including jewellery and organic remains and all will be on display at Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery from 13 September to 13 December 2014.

The newly refurbished and updated National Park Visitor Centre in Princetown has a superb free to enter exhibition area where you can find out about the National Park and discover more about the building’s connection with Conan Doyle and how he was inspired to write the Hound of the Baskervilles. Try out the new

Sherlock Holmes interactive display, watch stunning films and learn about Dartmoor’s myths and legends.

Dartmoor is used for a wide range of exhilarating, exciting and challenging recreational pursuits and the upland landscape offers a superb backdrop for these activities.

Hire a bike and go for a great self guided cycle along safe traffic free trails, try geocaching, camping out under clear Dartmoor skies, horse riding across unspoilt moorland, or challenge yourself on Dartmoor’s granite climbs there’s so much to do!

Those who would like to enjoy Dartmoor in the company of an experienced guide can book on to a specialist guided walk. There are walks led by National Park Rangers taking place during September and October and the chance to visit a unique 14th century medieval longhouse owned by the National Park. Visit www.dartmoor.gov.uk (click on Visiting and What’s on) or call 01822 890414 for more details.

Staff at the National Park Visitor Centres at Princetown, Postbridge and Haytor are available to answer questions about how you can enjoy this special place. With 453 miles of public rights of way and the freedom to roam on foot or horseback over Dartmoor common land there is plenty of room to enjoy yourself.

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Care Homes Hospitals Rehabilitation Centres and more...

We are a charitable organization providing support in the community with pony therapy. Pony therapy has been known to reduce blood pressure and overall cardiovascular health. It can help release endorphins that provide calming effects, this can help alleviate pain, reduce stress, anxiety and improve overall psychological state.

Help Our Cause:

Your support and donations will help us to support those in need. Your kindness and generosity will allow us to improve and save lives, by allowing us to provide vital equine therapy to those in need, if you wish to donate or find out more please visit our website communityponycic.org.uk

Patrick The Pony is a very special pony, he has a lovely temperament and is very well known for being a celebrity pony after going in Newspapers all over the world for helping many during Covid-19 Lockdown, with videos. He would love to come and meet those in need and help them to feel special too. During his visits residents and patients alike may want to stroke Patrick and enjoy spending time with him reminiscing and talking with him.

C.I.C number: 13370273.

communityponycic.org.uk

My &

Kim Litchfield was born into the world of haute couture and fashion, her mother being trained at the leading fashion house of Norman Hartnell in the late 1940s early 50s as a seamstress and supervisor and, later, lecturing in fashion at Cheltenham College. Surrounded by her mother’s teaching and expertise, sewing machines, patterns and fabrics, Kim was inspired as a little girl to create clothes for her dolls and later, as a teenager, for herself. She discovered an innate ability to marry colours and fabrics together and style outfits.

Kim’s working career has been varied. Armed with a degree in French and Italian and a hankering to travel, she taught English as a foreign language but returned to work in the ‘rag trade’. In London, Manchester and Hong Kong she worked in wholesale fashion houses selling high end brands such as Jaeger and Christian Dior to UK retailers as well as other beautiful creations to stores such as Harrods and Selfridges.

Having settled in Devon, Kim is now fulfilling her desire to be creative again and loves making outfits for others. Alongside her creativity Kim continues to offer her holistic therapies and teachings, which she has practised for 30 years.

Her spiritual training has also taken her around the world to meet and gain advancement from highly evolved spiritual teachers.

Kim LitchÞeld was born into the world mother being trained at the leading fashion late 1940s early 50s as a seamstress fashion at Cheltenham College. Surrounded expertise, sewing machines, patterns and girl to create clothes for her dolls and discovered an innate ability to marry outÞts.

Kim offers a made to measure service and can be found sat at her sewing machine in the Nicky Stevenson Gallery on Middle Street in Brixham every Wednesday, and at other times by appointment.

Contact kim@myhatsandwraps.co.uk or 07973 671145. A selection of work can viewed at myhatsandwraps.co.uk.

Kim’s working career has been varied. Italian and a hankering to travel, she taught returned to work in the ‘rag trade’. In she worked in wholesale fashion houses Jaeger and Christian Dior to UK retailers stores such as Harrods and Selfridges.

Having settled in Devon, Kim is now ful and loves making outÞts for others. Alongside offer her holistic therapies and teachings, years. Her spiritual training has also taken gain advancement from highly evolved spiritual

Kim offers a made to measure service machine in the Nicky Stevenson Gallery

Wednesday, and at other times by appointment

THHN IS A CHARITY BASED IN TORBAY HELPING FAMILIES FROM ALL ACROSS THE UK

Having

RowcRoft Hospice events

2021–2022

We’re delighted to offer the fabulous selection of events listed here, or if you have your own fundraising ideas, then we’d love to hear from you.

December

Throughout December LIGHT UP A LIFE

Light up a Life is open to everyone who wishes to remember the life of a loved one in our community. Visit www.rowcrofthospice.org.uk/light for further information and to dedicate a light on the Rowcroft ‘Tree of Light’ in memory of a loved one during the festive season.

February

23 February JAIL OR BAIL

Whether it’s ‘crimes against lycra’ or ‘murder on the dancefloor’, local business people will be arrested for their crimes in this fun event. They must raise £1,000 bail for their freedom.

March

12 March THE MALE TRAIL

Rowcroft’s event, The Male Trail, is back for 2022 as a physical event! Starting at Torquay Rugby Club, our fabulous fundraising folk will take on an eightmile walk around Torquay and are welcomed back with a pint and a pasty to watch The Six Nations.

April

Throughout the summer OPEN GARDENS

We are looking for 40 local gardens to celebrate our 40th anniversary with us over summer 2022. If you have a garden – be it big, small, town or country – that you would like to showcase to the local community while raising funds for Rowcroft, get in touch!

May

Throughout May

ROWCROFT’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY

As the hospice reaches its 40th anniversary, we’ll be celebrating through a series of events taking place on 4 May and throughout the month.

June

Date TBC

TORBAY HALF MARATHON AND 10K

Why not support Rowcroft by claiming your FREE place and run the Torbay Half Marathon or 10K?

July

2 July THE SLEEP WALK

Join us for a fabulous ‘night at the movies’ as we sprinkle some Hollywood magic across Torbay in South Devon’s biggest night walk. Keep your eyes peeled for early bird discount codes in the new year.

10 July MEADOW OF MEMORIES

Each year, a beautiful wildflower meadow is sown in the grounds of the hospice to celebrate the lives of those people we loved, and still love dearly. Visit www.rowcrofthospice.org.uk/meadow in the new year to dedicate a flower in memory of a loved one.

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Missing/Tracing People Quality Work

We’re working hard day and night and using all our resources in order to find the information our clients need. We use the latest technology in order to provide this service for all our clients. Whether you’re an individual or an organization, give us a call to schedule a consultation and start taking advantage of our latest technology and responsible investigative tactics right away.

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Private Investigation Company based in Devon, South West of the UK

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