Electric Spank
Headlining Saturday night this year, we have the amazing Electric Spank. Bringing with them funk and soul by the bucket load, you’ll recognise a few funky classics as well and […]
The Kahunas
Get ready to tap those toes, we are thrilled to announce that we are being joined by Indie-Folk-Dance duo, The Kahunas on Saturday night of Hatherleigh Festival. From 8:00PM Saturday […]
Energia Samba Band
The ultimate act to kickstart your festive groove, Energia, as their name suggests bring energy and vibrancy to any event they come to. Pop along to The Town Square on […]
Lionstar
Another set of familiar faces, Lionstar have earned a well deserved soft spot in the hearts of many Hatherlonians! Having toured with the likes of UB40, this Reggae-funk band are […]
Dave Holwill
Wonderfully eccentric, wonderfully weird and wonderfully Dave! Dave has played many a set in Hatherleigh in his time. We’re really not sure what to promise here but his sets have […]
Even 15
Up and coming band headed up by local teenagers with a huge passion for punk-rock classics! To see them do their thing, come along to Hatherleigh Square from 5:00PM on […]
Silk & Strings
This Hatherleigh-based duo are a firm favourite at local events. With. harmonious blend of guitar and vocals, we are looking forward to welcoming them to the stage from 3:00PM on […]
Tony Miller
Playing a mix of covers and original material, solo artist Tony Miller will be joining us on Saturday Afternoon. Saturday – Town Square
Live Music from Students of Hatherleigh Primary School
Here at Hatherleigh Festival, we love to give local organisations an opportunity to showcase their talents. Pop along to Hatherleigh Square on Saturday 8th July from 12:30 to see a […]
The Curve
Bringing to Hatherleigh Festival a mixture of Indie-Funk 80s and 90s inspired music, we are THRILLED to announce The Curve will be playing in Hatherleigh Square from 7:00PM on Saturday […]
Bell Ringers Welcome You to the Bell Tower
Sponsored by North Park Vets Hatherleigh Bell Ringers will open the church tower to visitors – come and see how our eight church bells are rung, meet some of Hatherleigh’s […]
Food In The Square
After the success of last year and back by popular demand the Festival will lay on its very own fine Street Food cuisine headed up by former Chilli Festival Winner […]
Sophie Rosa, Viloin
Sophie Rosa first garnered attention after winning the Second Prize and Audience Prize at the 2nd Manchester International Violin Competition 2011. She has performed across the UK, broadcast for BBC […]
George Todica, Piano
[NOT Sunday at 3pm – programme is incorrect] George Todica plays works to include: Mozart – Piano Sonata in A minor, K.310, E. Grieg – Holberg Suite, M. Ravel – […]
Trio Exe (Clarinet, Cello and Piano)
We’re delighted to welcome Trio Exe – Clarinet – Nick White, Cello – Hilary Boxer and Piano – Alex Wilson – play pieces from Beethoven, Brahms and Bruch. Morning concert […]
Centenary Peace Concert
A fantastic evening of entertainment at the Community Centre. The Hatherleigh History Society WWI Project brings to a conclusion the ‘Commemorations’ with a fitting tribute to the ‘Peace Celebrations’ held […]
Open Mic – Sunday Afternoon Chill Out in The Square
This year we’re going to add a little extra on Sunday afternoon so come and join us for a very relaxed Open Mic session in the Town Square. 1.30pm | […]
Festival Wristbands – Support Your Hatherleigh Festival!
This year we are selling a limited number of sequentially numbered fabric Festival Wristbands. On the Saturday evening (20th July) of Festival at 10pm there will be a draw and […]
Hatherleigh Community Eco Share Event
Following on from Hatherleigh’s first Community Eco Share event earlier this year we are pleased to host the second in our beautiful church. This time, along with sharing/learning tips on […]
Mosaics by Deb Laing-Trengove
Deb gets her inspiration and often her materials from the Hatherleigh landscape. New and recycled tiles are hand cut to create mosaics that reflect the history and natural environment of […]
Hatherleigh Makers
Hatherleigh Makers is a group of enthusiastic artists and craft people from Hatherleigh, invited by potter Jane Payne to exhibit their wares in the Pottery. Items for sale include sea […]
Beaford Arts “Celebrate Your Heritage”
The exhibition in Old Schools will be a joint one with Beaford Arts “Celebrate Your Heritage” with photographs and an audio recording of a play by Alan Lane who collected […]
Salar Gallery – INSPIRED BY THE WORD
Three artists taking part are: Rose Hunter of ‘Proseprints’ whose unique hand-painted lino-prints are inspired by powerful poems by Devon poets and explore our relationship with nature, from childhood memories […]
Playful Print Fun with Proseprints
Sponsored by Charlesworth Nicholl & Co Be inspired by nature, design colourful bookmarks using a simple relief-print technique, cut-out stencils and metallic pens and pencils. It’s lots of fun and you […]
DJ’s in the Square
Kicking off this year’s Festival music in the Town Square, local DJs Steve Attfield and Heavy Stylus have line-ups that will be sure to create an amazing atmosphere and have […]
Drum Workshop
Sponsored by NJB Automotive Services Ltd. Come learn to drum the Samna beat with the Energia Samba band. Energia will first run a drum workshop and then soon after 1pm […]
Close Encounter with Birds of Prey
Come and experience a close encounter with stunning birds of prey, take a selfie with a Barn Owl on your shoulder and get face to face with a Harris Hawk. […]
Drop-in Willow Weaving
Sponsored by Richard Tidball Insurance Services Join in our drop-in willow flower weaving workshop to make beautiful flowers to brighten up the town run by Elizabeth Gard. 11am-5pm | Town […]
Seamoor Lotto – Supporting Hatherleigh Festival
You can make a real difference by supporting Hatherleigh Festival through the SeaMoor Lotto! SeaMoor Lotto was created in 2018 by South Hams District Council and West Devon Borough Council. […]
Jealousy and the Cat
Jealousy and the Cat are predominantly a classic rock covers band, with some soul, glam and heavy metal disco thrown in! We strive to inject our own style into every […]
Entertainingly Different
Entertainingly Different have entertained, excited and enthused Hatherleigh Festival audiences in the past with their workshops and performances and this year they make a welcome return, this time in the […]
Hatherleigh Festival ‘Mad Hatterleigh’ Hat Parade and Competition
From 1pm The Mad Hatterleigh Parade and Competition 1pm | Town Square | Sponsored By Steve Attfield Boiler and Plumbing Engineer Prizes Sponsored By Steve Attfield Boiler & Plumbing Engineer […]
Craft Tent
From 11am onwards | Town Square Sponsored by One Market Street Cafe Paint your own bird box and make a beautiful home for the birds in your garden or come […]
Rising Stars Drama
Rising Stars present a dramatic half hour! Showcasing their theatrical talents, the students perform a selection of monologues and duologues and show off their comedic skills with an improv performance. […]
Al Brown – Multimedia Artist
Al Brown is a Multimedia Artist based in Pilton, North Devon. Gaining inspiration from local beaches, coastline & Exmoor National Park. Al Brown I Originally studied graphics and art in […]
The Hummingbirds
Sponsored by Hatherleigh Motor Services The Hummingbirds are a professional, close harmony trio delivering cleverly perfected harmonies through ‘Modern Vintage – Swing’. They perform classic style arrangements with a modern […]
United Festival Service in The Square
Join us on Sunday morning for our annual United Festival Service in The Square. 11am Sunday – The Square
Meeting Minutes and Info – 2019
Minutes and other information from the Hatherleigh Festival Committee. If you are interested in getting involved with the Festival please do contact us. Constitution Festival Committee Minutes 16 Jan 2019 […]
Diving For Pearls
Sponsored by The Tally Ho! Diving for Pearls is a band of massively experienced musicians, who meld styles, genres, and influences into their own sonically rich and full sound. An […]
Papa ‘Gator and the Levee Breakers
A musical love child of Louisiana Swamp Pop flavoured with a hefty dose of Southern RnB, Papa ‘Gator and The Levee Breakers create a perfect backdrop for sitting out on […]
Minutes and Info – 2018
Minutes and other information from the Hatherleigh Festival Committee. If you are interested in getting involved with the Festival please do contact us. Constitution Festival Committee Minutes 10 JAN 2018 […]
The Strange and the Beautiful
Sponsored by Hatherleigh Pottery A six piece band playing original songs with an alt folk groove. Their songs have been aired on local and international radio. The Strange and the […]
Vince Lee
Sponsored by The Tally Ho! Vince Lee has been a mainstay of the South West’s music scene for over 30 years. An authentic, virtuoso blues guitarist and singer whose band […]
Drop-in indigo workshop
Do you have a favourite pair of blue jeans? Then you already love indigo. Indigo is a blue dye known to go back 6,000 years. In its natural form it […]
Soulcraft
Sponsored by Dunbia The nucleus of Soul Craft was formed in the spring of 2014 in a studio just off the A361 in Knowstone – Copse Corner Studio. Their intention […]
Festival Wristbands – Please Support Your Festival
This year we are selling a limited number of sequentially numbered fabric Festival Wristbands. On the Saturday evening (21st July) of Festival at 10pm there will be a draw and […]
Goose Running Festival
New for 2018 and fresh off the back of the success of the Sheep Ahoy! competition we thought it would be great to do something similar but make it a […]
Hatherleigh Memories – Films & Talk
A number of films from the Hatherleigh History Archives will be shown and disucssed in a relaxed and friendly environment. An opportunity to listen to memories being shared from yesteryear […]
Moth hunters in the Churchyard
We’ll be setting up professional equipment to lure the moths in overnight. Pop by the Churchyard on Sunday morning to see what moths we have caught close up – we […]
Ukulele Workshop
Not so many years ago Festival ran a Ukulele workshop which in a small way led to the Ukulele Bashers forming. Well, by popular demand, time for another one. All […]
