la grande Derrier’. Marvel at demonstrations of musketry and cutlass work and listen to far fetched and fantastical pirate tales. Contact: 01803 833588 or 839618
10th June
JUbilee OPen gArDenS Galmpton, Brixham
11am – 5pm includes Jubilee Scarecrow trail and light refreshments. Passports costing £2.50 will be on sale on the day at the information Desk which will be situated in front of the village institute. For further enquiries phone Maggie goldsmith 01803 845251.
11th June
DAKFAS leCtUre – HOrSeS, wOMen & greAt COUntrY HOUSeS
The Flavel, Dartmouth lecture to be given by Dr lucy worsley. 2.30pm. guests are welcome at £6, with refreshments served afterwards. Contact:
carolynmachin@aol.com
16th June briXHAM trAwler rACe
Brixham this quirky race in June is when the modern working fleet lets its hair down. Skippers dress the boats with bunting and battle it out on a two-lap course around tor bay with fun and festivities on the quayside, all raising money for local charities. 10am – 4pm.
15th June
tHe tAleS OF beAtriX POtter Greenway
Join us in the walled garden at greenway for this fantastic production of ‘the tales of beatrix Potter’ by Quantum theatre. with live music, this production promises to bring Peter rabbit to life for young and old alike. 6pm Adult £13, Child £8. Contact: 01803 842382
19th June bOOK COnServAtiOn ClUb
Greenway Join us at greenway for an exciting in depth look at our book collection, and the work that goes into conserving it! A perfect opportunity to enjoy greenway while it is otherwise closed, and learn all about book conservation. booking essential 01803 842382. All
tickets £17.50. 10.30am start. 24th
June
HAlF MArAtHOn Paignton & Torquay
the 20th running of this very popular seaside event; with demand for places steadily growing our race entry limit for 2012 will be 2500 runners. early entry to this event is advised. linK: www.
torbayhalfmarathon.co.uk
30th June
ArMeD FOrCeS DAY – nAtiOnAl event Plymouth Hoe
Plymouth has been chosen to host the UK’s Armed Forces Day - national event celebrations in 2012 and will be staging a spectacular event featuring air and sea displays, military band performances, fantastic live entertainment and interactive fun and activities for all the family. 01752 306330
1st July
rnli DArtMOUtH’S 1St lOUiSiAnA StYle PArtY Dartmouth
For all the razzamattazz of the Deep South be part of Dartmouth’s louisiana Street Party. with a lively carnival atmosphere, delicious Creole food and foot tapping music, this brand-new fund-raising event for local rnli promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Contact: bob Hattersley -
bobhatt@fsmail.net.
6th – 16th July wAYS witH wOrDS
Dartington Hall the telegraph ways with words festival of words and ideas is a vibrant and joyful 10-day event, a chance for those who read books to meet those who write them. the setting is glorious, the atmosphere is invigorating. People come together in spectacular surroundings to share the pleasure and power of language and ideas. 01803 867373
OUt & AbOUt 3rd
, 10th , 17th , 24th , 31st
5th
, 6th
, 12th
May
gUiDeD wAlK – SPring birDS Slapton Ley
Discover the spring birds of Slapton ley on a guided walk along the nature trail on this easy 2 mile walk. booking essential. Contact: 01548 581529
6th May All AbOUt blUebellS!
Ash Tree Farm, Dartmouth A short and informative ramble through our farm’s fields, hedgerows and woodland to investigate the importance of our native bluebells to enhance and sustain these habitats. booking preferred, 01803 712437
6th May
beACH CleAn Slapton Sands
Join us on Slapton Sands to help clean up our beautiful coastline. Sensible outdoor clothing and footwear essential. gardening gloves useful. Meet at Middle Car Park, Slapton Sands. no need to book.
8th May DAwn CHOrUS wAlK
Greenway House Join us for this wonderful opportunity to listen to and identify early morning bird song, whilst taking a walk on the beautiful greenway estate with one of our countryside rangers. to make it even more worth your while, the walk finishes with a delicious breakfast in greenway’s house kitchen! Adult £8, child £4. booking essential. 01803 842382.
16th May
lOCAl gArDenS OPen evening
May
nAtiOnAl trUSt twiligHt tOUrS
Greenway House Spring has sprung at greenway - take the chance to see greenway House after hours, in a twilight glow. enjoy canapes followed by a fascinating guided tour of the house with our knowledgeable volunteers. £15 per person. Contact: 01803 842382.
Coleton Fishacre An exciting opportunity for local residents to come and visit Coleton Fishacre’s spectacular garden after hours... Do you live locally to Coleton Fishacre? if so, this event offers you the exclusive chance to come and explore the spectacular gardens after hours - and for free! 6pm-8pm Please call 01803 842382 for details.
20th May gUiDeD HiStOrY wAlK
Little Dartmouth Join Paul rainbird to discover the early history and archaeology of the coast from little Dartmouth to the mouth of the river Dart. bring drink, packed lunch and wear walking boots /stout shoes. Dogs on leads welcome. Adults £4, child £2. Parking – donation to
If you have an event you would like publicised in our popular By The Dart What’s On pages, contact the office on 01803 835740 or email
mark@bythedart.co.uk
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