English Riviera Bowls Tournament 14th - 21st of June

For Information Tel: 01803 211211

Venues: Kings Bowling Club,Torquay Bowling Club, Abbey Park Greens.
From 15th to 22nd June 2008.
Further Information Tel:

Following on from the successful 2008 Tournament, I am delighted to welcome all competitors, their families and friends to Torbay. I am sure the prospect of playing on the greens overlooking the delightful settings of Torbay is one of the reasons many competitors attend year after year. Entries have already been good for this years event so we are looking forward to a full programme and a competitive Tournament.
The programme for the week will be the same format to past years with bowlers having the opportunity to play throughout the week. Dont miss the social events on Tuesday at Torquay Bowling Club and Thursday at Kings Bowling Club

Torbay Half Marathon 21st of June

Location - Seafront Paignton / Torquay.

The annual Torbay Half Marathon is set to take place on Sunday 21nd June at 9:30am. Make sure you get your entries in early for what is described as one of the most scenic half marathon courses in the country, attracting participants from all over the world.
One mile fun run also taking place on the day.
Entry forms available in Torquay TIC.

Brixham Trawler Race 20th of June

Annual Brixham Trawler Race around torbay.

The English Riviera Dance Festival 29th of May - 5th of June

Location: Torquay Leisure Hotels Resort - Belgrave Road, Torquay.

For information Tel: 01803 400500

The best dance holiday experience in the UK! A whole week of social and competitive dancing for everyone.

Workshops and Master Classes with top teachers and Dance Champions. We will be using all three of the outstanding ballrooms in the Victoria Hotel.

There will be exciting demonstrations by young world class dance stars as part of a full dance programme. Your hosts are Philip and Pam. As always, we have some fabulous Stars of Dance demonstrating for us, including Michael Malitowski and Joanna Leunis. This superb and outstanding couple have been seen in demonstration mode twice on 'Strictly' and of course they are British, International and UK Open to the World Champions.

Times 9.00am to 5.00pm

Babbacombe Festival 17th - 28th of June

Following last year's success, the 2009 Babbacombe Festival is going to be even better than ever!

From Wednesday 17 June until Sunday 28 June 2009 there really is something for all the family to get involved with.

12 days of entertainment, excitement and excuses to enjoy yourself, all in the beautiful seaside surroundings of Babbacombe and St Marychurch.

Come along to Babbacombe Bay on the English Riviera and join in the fun.

For all the latest information go to www.babbacombe.org New events are being added to the line up for this year's Festival all the time.

Location: Babbacombe Downs.

Environmental Conference 31st of May - 5th of June

Location: Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road.,Paignton.

International Conference on Environmental Enrichment.

http://www.reec.info/ICEE9.htm

Geopark Festival Geopark Festival 24th of May - 7th of June

Location: Various locations throughout the bay.

Coinciding with International Geopark Week, the festival will last for two weeks and will concentrate on showcasing all the home-grown aspects of the English Riviera UNCESCO Geopark. There will be a packed itinerary including sporting days, arts, literary events, local musicand food & drink fairs.

Paignton Zoo Gardens Open Evening 18th of June

Location: Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road.,Paignton.

Join us for a ‘green finger’ adventure exploring the Zoo gardens with our team of experts. Come armed with your questions to quiz our panel of experts during the question and answer session. For tickets telephone 01803 697500.

Paignton Zoo, Totnes Rd.,
Paignton.

Penguin Summer Ball 20th of June

Enjoy a summer buffet and dancing in sensational surroundings at Living Coasts. The theme of the evening is ‘penguin’ so black or white attire is a must for this charity event! For tickets please telephone 01803 697509.

Living Coasts
Torquay Harbourside
Beacon Quay
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 2BG

Telephone (01803) 202470
Fax (01803) 202471
Email: info@livingcoasts.org.uk

Alive with Laughter 2nd - 4th of June

Location: Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe.

‘Alive With Laughter’ opens at the venue on Tuesday 10th February and will run weekly until October 21st. ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’ is assured so forget the worries of the world and allow yourself two hours to sit back and enjoy the comedic moments, magical highlights, fancy footwork and memorable musical numbers with the array of talented artistes, whose ability knows no bounds, when it comes to inducing the delights and admiration of a warm and friendly audience; after all laughter is good for the soul, so come along and raise the roof on the newly refurbished Babbacombe Theatre.
ONE CHILD FREE WITH EACH FULL PAYING ADULT. TO BOOK THIS CONCESSION CALL THE BOX OFFICE ON 01803 328385
Adults £16.00
Seniors £15.00
Children £8.00

Alive with Laughter 9th - 11th of June

Location: Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe.

‘Alive With Laughter’ opens at the venue on Tuesday 10th February and will run weekly until October 21st. ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’ is assured so forget the worries of the world and allow yourself two hours to sit back and enjoy the comedic moments, magical highlights, fancy footwork and memorable musical numbers with the array of talented artistes, whose ability knows no bounds, when it comes to inducing the delights and admiration of a warm and friendly audience; after all laughter is good for the soul, so come along and raise the roof on the newly refurbished Babbacombe Theatre.
ONE CHILD FREE WITH EACH FULL PAYING ADULT. TO BOOK THIS CONCESSION CALL THE BOX OFFICE ON 01803 328385
Adults £16.00
Seniors £15.00
Children £8.00

Alive with Laughter 16th - 18th of June

Location: Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe.

‘Alive With Laughter’ opens at the venue on Tuesday 10th February and will run weekly until October 21st. ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’ is assured so forget the worries of the world and allow yourself two hours to sit back and enjoy the comedic moments, magical highlights, fancy footwork and memorable musical numbers with the array of talented artistes, whose ability knows no bounds, when it comes to inducing the delights and admiration of a warm and friendly audience; after all laughter is good for the soul, so come along and raise the roof on the newly refurbished Babbacombe Theatre.
ONE CHILD FREE WITH EACH FULL PAYING ADULT. TO BOOK THIS CONCESSION CALL THE BOX OFFICE ON 01803 328385
Adults £16.00
Seniors £15.00
Children £8.00

Alive with Laughter 23rd - 25th of June

Location: Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe.

‘Alive With Laughter’ opens at the venue on Tuesday 10th February and will run weekly until October 21st. ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’ is assured so forget the worries of the world and allow yourself two hours to sit back and enjoy the comedic moments, magical highlights, fancy footwork and memorable musical numbers with the array of talented artistes, whose ability knows no bounds, when it comes to inducing the delights and admiration of a warm and friendly audience; after all laughter is good for the soul, so come along and raise the roof on the newly refurbished Babbacombe Theatre.
ONE CHILD FREE WITH EACH FULL PAYING ADULT. TO BOOK THIS CONCESSION CALL THE BOX OFFICE ON 01803 328385
Adults £16.00
Seniors £15.00
Children £8.00

Alive with Laughter 30th of June - 2nd of July

Location: Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe.

‘Alive With Laughter’ opens at the venue on Tuesday 10th February and will run weekly until October 21st. ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’ is assured so forget the worries of the world and allow yourself two hours to sit back and enjoy the comedic moments, magical highlights, fancy footwork and memorable musical numbers with the array of talented artistes, whose ability knows no bounds, when it comes to inducing the delights and admiration of a warm and friendly audience; after all laughter is good for the soul, so come along and raise the roof on the newly refurbished Babbacombe Theatre.
ONE CHILD FREE WITH EACH FULL PAYING ADULT. TO BOOK THIS CONCESSION CALL THE BOX OFFICE ON 01803 328385
Adults £16.00
Seniors £15.00
Children £8.00

Mercury 6th of June

Location: Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe.

Mercury’s first gig was played in humble surroundings at the George and Dragon pub in Derbyshire on 19th February 1999. Tolo Pomar of Romantic Corporation in Spain was in England searching for a Queen Tribute Act to play a summer season in Mallorca –so in stepped Mercury.
Today, Mercury are enjoying success worldwide, filling large venues and leaving audiences feeling fully entertained by the kind of show Queen themselves would have been proud to deliver.
The Legend Lives on.....

Box Office
01803 328 385 Email
info@babbacombe-theatre.co.uk

Torbay Singers - A Festival of Italian Music 20th of June

Location: St Johns Church, The Terrace, Torquay.

A Festival of Italian Music, to include: Vivaldi, Monteverdi, Gabrieli and more!

St John's Church
Montpellier Road
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 1BJ

Mad About The Musicals 11th of June

Location: Princess Theatre, Torquay.

Box Office - Tel: 0844 847 2315

Showtime - 7.30pm

Transporting you on a whistle stop tour into the heart of London’s theatre land the show contains over 25 of your favourite musicals from composers such as Andrew Lloyd Webber, Boublil and Schonberg.

So, sit back and enjoy two hours of unforgettable West End and Broadway favourites, the stunning vocal talents of a West End cast, live band, top notch dancing, stunning lighting and glitzy costumes - ‘A Pure Slice Of Entertainment’.

Hailed as ‘OUTSTANDING!’ by the Stage, ‘THE BEST SHOW OF ITS KIND’ by Encore Magazine and nominated in 2008 The UK ‘PRODUCER OF THE YEAR’ this is one definitely not to miss!!

Sally Morgan - Psychic 17th of June

Location: Princess Theatre, Torquay.

Box Office - Tel: 0844 847 2315

Showtime - 7.30pm

Sally‘s psychic power has been with her since she was nine months old and now is rated as one of the world’s top mediums. Her reputation has been built from her close relationship with many high profile celebrities.

This show is set to take the UK by storm!! Early Booking Advisable!!

Please be aware that the show is NOT suitable for under 16's

Route 66 18th of June

Location: Princess Theatre, Torquay.

Box Office - Tel: 0844 847 2315

Showtime - 8.00pm

Imagine the wind in your hair as you cruise the highway, losing yourself amongst the sounds of The Eagles, Cher, Meatloaf, Starship, Shania Twain, The Doors, Tina Turner, Neil Diamond, Elvis Presley, Bryan Adams, Rolling Stones, Lynyrd Skynyrd and many more…

Combine a highly acclaimed cast of performers and musicians with first class staging to create the perfect atmosphere. This is a production which features something which appeals to all ages; from the power ballads of Leanne Rhymes to the laid back acoustic classics of John Denver, all the way through to rockier sounds of Springsteen and Bon Jovi.

Cirque de Glace - On Ice 24th - 28th of June

Location: Princess Theatre, Torquay.

Box Office - Tel: 0844 847 2315

Showtime - 7.30pmon 24th, 27th & 28th
Showtine - 2.30pm on 25th & 28th

Starring the Russian Ice Stars, Cirque de Glace will be an ice show beyond imagination. Striving to achieve a new level of ice show presentation, the brilliant skaters combine with the world of cirque in an eclectic mix of spectacle and ice dance which promises to be both heart stopping and jaw dropping. Some of the world’s finest performers request the pleasure of your company in an extravaganza guaranteed to entertain and thrill all ages.
Be there, as this new genre hits the earth like a meteor and the explosion of fire and ice takes place before your very eyes.

English National Ballet 30th of June - 1st of July

Location: Princess Theatre, Torquay.

Box Office - Tel: 0844 847 2315

Showtime - 11.00am on 30th June & 1st July and also at 2.00pm on the 1st of July

Following Angelina Ballerina’s first real live ballet, Angelina and friends return to the stage. This magical new ballet by English National Ballet follows Angelina as she prepares to audition for the prestigious Camembert Academy . Miss Lilly prepares Angelina for her big chance to dance in front of the judges and, although excited about the possibility of an exciting new adventure, Angelina worries about leaving home and Alice behind.



During her audition at the Camembert Academy , Angelina meets lots of new friends including the hip-hopping AZ and musical Marco, who is a whiz on the bongos! Will Angelina’s dream of joining the academy end in tears, or will this be an exciting new chapter in her life?

Bushcraft Skills & Training - Kents Cavern 21st of June

Location: Kents Cavern, Torquay.

Visitor Information - Tel: 01803 215136

Opening Times - 10.00am - 4.00pm

Cost £25 per half day session

A 1/2 day introduction to Prehistoric Technologies run by Nomad Bushcraft . Learn how to make fire, make flint hand tools and hunt using Stone Age weapons.

* Place - Kents Cavern Caves and Woodlands
* Morning session 10am - 1pm
* Afternoon session 2pm -5pm
* Cost - £25 per person for half day
* Limited to 10 places per session

Anthony Gormley - Turner Prize Winner 27th of June - 23rd of August

Location: Torre Abbey, Torquay.

Visitor Information - Tel: 01803 293593

Don't miss your chance to see this stunning installation at Torre Abbey in 2009. Free to enter, this exhibition runs from 27th June to 23rd August 2009 and will be the centrepiece of a year of contemporary art in the ancient setting of Torre Abbey. Built in 1196 by the ‘White Canons’ the Abbey is Torquay’s oldest building and its recent restoration will provide an unusual backdrop for Gormley’s thought-provoking installation.

Perhaps most famous for his giant sculpture, Angel of the North, Gormley’s Turner-prize-winning Field series is a startling and arresting sight: thousands of unglazed, fired, small clay figures, standing closely together, all staring towards the viewer. The Field for the British Isles’ comprising 40,000 clay figures will fill much of the Abbey’s huge Spanish Barn.

The Spanish Barn, venue for Field, is a mediaeval Tithe Barn originally built to store taxes paid to the Abbey in the form of grain, hay and other farm produce. The barn's unexpected name, and its place in the history books, was firmly established at the time of the Spanish Armada, when 397 prisoners were captured and held in the barn for a fortnight.

Craft Exhibition - Torre Abbey 8th of March - 28th of June

Location: Torre Abbey, Torquay.

Visitor Information - Tel: 01803 293593

Eight centuries of architecture

and heritage at Torre Abbey have inspired 14 of the Southwest’s finest craft makers to produce a new series of works being exhibited at the Abbey during the spring. The exhibition, entitled Making a Lasting Impression, includes jewellery, weaving, cob, sculpture, ceramics and basket making.

Occombe Beer Festival 5th - 6th of June

Location: Occombe Farm,Paignton.

A chance to taste over 50 of the Westcountry's real ales, local ciders and perry at Occombe's 4 th Beer Festival. Includes a BBQ, hog roast and live music throughout, plus a Pimm's Bar.
Time: 4.30pm – 11pm Friday; 11am – 11pm Saturday.
Cost: £4 entry (incl. souvenir glass)
A free bus service runs from Torquay and Paignton. For full festival details visit www.occombebeerfestival.co.uk or call 01803 606035
(Sponsored by Bays Brewery)

Occombe Farm
Preston Down Road
Paignton
TQ3 1RN
01803 520022

Flours and Flavours 20th of June

Location: Occombe Farm,Paignton.

An intermediate bread-making course with local artisan producer Emma Parkin. Try your hand at a variety of traditional breads using different flours and techniques; such as English favourites, and other European styles.
Meet: Occombe Farm Straw Bale Education Centre
Time: 9.30am – 4pm
Cost: £50 - includes lunch and ann ual membership of Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust . Membership worth £25 and includes free parking at a Trust site.
Booking: Essential on 01803 606035, places limited.

Occombe Farm
Preston Down Road
Paignton
TQ3 1RN
01803 520022

Romeo & Juliet 25th of June

Location: Cockington Court, Torquay.

Open-air theatre by Chapterhouse. Bring rugs or low-backed seating and a picnic!
Meet: Cockington Court
Time: Gates open at 6pm , performance begins at 7pm
Cost: Adults £12, children £8
Tickets: At Torbay Tourist Information Centres & Cockington Court or call 01803 606035

Occombe Moth Evening 26th of June

Location: Occombe Farm,Paignton.

Join us for an evening with Richard Fox from Butterfly Conservation - introducing moths and moth recording. After the presentation we will walk down to the meadows to check the traps and view the moths irresistibly drawn to the lamps.
Meet: Occombe Education Centre
Time: 8 pm – 10.30 pm
Cost: Free. Refreshments available to buy.

Occombe Farm
Preston Down Road
Paignton
TQ3 1RN
01803 520022

Marvellous Moths 27th of June

Location: Occombe Farm,Paignton.

Look closely at moths caught last night with an expert from Butterfly Conservation. A children's workshop will also take place making marvellous moths.
Meet: Occombe Farm
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Cost: Free (£2.50 for craft activity)

Occombe Farm
Preston Down Road
Paignton
TQ3 1RN
01803 520022

Guillemot Jumplings Event 29th of June - 6th of July

Location: Berry Head Visitors Centre, Brixham.

Berry Head is home to the largest breeding colony of Guillemots on the south coast of England, come and enjoy the amazing spectacle of the adults enticing their fledging young off the cliffs into the sea – with a drop of 150ft this is no easy task!
Meet: Berry Head Visitor Centre
Time: Tbc
Cost: Adults £3.50, children £2.50
CHECK DATES: we can accurately predict the exact date and time nearer to the event.

Tel/Fax: 01803 882619

Summer Diesel Gala 13th of June - 14th of Juns

South Devon Railway
The Station
Dart Bridge Road
Buckfastleigh
South Devon
TQ11 0DZ

Tel: 0845 3451420

65th Anniversary of D/Day 6th of June

Location: Haldon Pier, Torquay Harbourside.
Meeting to be held on Torquay Harbour side in Commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of the landings

Horse Racing 4th of June

Race Meeting - Jump - Afternoon

Newton Abbots Races Ltd
Newton Road
Kingsteignton
Newton Abbot
TQ12 3AF
Tel: 01626 353235

Horse Racing 8th of June

Race Meeting - Jump -Afternoon.'Best of Devon County Day'

Newton Abbots Races Ltd
Newton Road
Kingsteignton
Newton Abbot
TQ12 3AF
Tel: 01626 353235

Horse Racing 16th of June

Race Meeting - Jump - Evening. 'Boy's Night Out!'

Newton Abbots Races Ltd
Newton Road
Kingsteignton
Newton Abbot
TQ12 3AF
Tel: 01626 353235

Horse Racing 23rd of June

Race Meeting - Jump - Evening. 'Ladies Day!'

Newton Abbots Races Ltd
Newton Road
Kingsteignton
Newton Abbot
TQ12 3AF
Tel: 01626 353235

Lecture Lunch with John Risden 10th of June

Location: River Dart, Dartmouth.

A Lecture Lunch with John Risden '1000 Years Of The Dart Estuary' includes a 2 Course Lunch.

Departs Dartmouth 12 noon
Price: £23.00
For further information visit www.riverlink.co.uk

Dart Art Weekend 21st - 22nd of June

Location: Royal Avenue Gardens and Bayards Cove.

You will find artists working with a variety of media in gazebos at the above locations. A wonderful opportunity to see the artists at work and then make a purchase!

Run in aid of the South West Children's Hospice
Visit: www.chsw.org.uk

Fathers Day Exclusive 21st of June

Location: River Dart, Dartmouth.

'The Vine to Wine' cruise to Sharpham Vineyard, includes a light lunch and fully guided tour and tasting.

Price: £35.00
For further information visit: www.riverlink.co.uk

Dixieland Jazz with Supper 24th of June

Location: River Dart, Dartmouth.

Enjoy a pleasant evening, cruising up the River Dart to the sounds of Robin Reece and his Jazzmen.

Departs Dartmouth at 7.30pm.
Price: £25.00 includes Supper.

For further information visit: www.riverlink.co.uk

Midsummer Evening Cruise 26th of June

Location: River Dart, Dartmouth.

Come aboard the 'Cardiff Castle' and enjoy a summer evening cruise with buffet. This is a charity evening for 'Friends of Dartmouth Hospital'.

Departs: 7.30pm
Price: £20.00

For further information visit: www.riverlink.co.uk or Tel: 01803 834488

Warley Male Choir Tour 1st - 3rd of June

Warley Male Choir will be appearing at Goodrington Methodist Church, Torquay Central Methodist Church and Seaton Methodist Church on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of June.

Warley Male Choir was formed in 1943 in the West Midlands borough of Smethwick which is approximately five miles from the city centre of Birmingham.

The choir have competed in many contests and festivals including Sainsburys Choir of the Year in which they came 16th out of 350. They have also competed at the International Eisteddfod..

They have performed in Belgium, France, Germany, Holland and have toured extensively around the UK from Cornwall to North Yorkshire successfully raising money for the RNLI.

In addition to their regular commitments the choir is a member of the English Association of Male Voice Choirs (EAMVC). In 2006 the choir were given the responsibility of organizing the Annual Gala concert in the Great Hall at Birmingham University which raised over £3,000 for charity.

Now led by a young team of enthusiastic musicians, under the direction of Stephen J. Allen, the choir has introduced a more dynamic and modern approach to its music. We have welcomed several new members recently and look forward to an exciting future.