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 […]
‘The Vicar of Dibley’ – Hatherleigh Players
The Hatherleigh Players will be performing an Amateur Production of “The Vicar of Dibley.” Dibley Parish Council await the arrival of the new vicar, but the latest incumbent is not […]
Silver Band Concert
The Hatherleigh Silver Band will be playing in the Town Square Saturday afternoon for a full concert and fresh on the back of yet more National success we are in […]
Josie Lloyd
An exhibition of pen and ink, and watercolours by Josie Lloyd The Workshop Studio, 43 Market Street
Lino Cut
Lino cut workshop, come and make a lino print. Not suitable for under 15 years as sharp tools are involved. Materials provided. Sunday 10am-12pm | The Workshop Studio, 43 Market […]
Lionstar
Lionstar are a Reggae/Rock/World Fusion band based in The South-West UK. The band comprises of 6 members, all of which bring a unique characteristic to the overall sound through their […]
Bleeding Four Strings
The Bleeding 4 Strings – Formed 3 years ago when 3 Hatherleigh Ukulele Bashers started jamming with bass player Pete from 80’s Hatherleigh band ‘ The Six’. Expect a mix […]
Samba – Flower Dance – Energia Samba Band
Kicking off this years Festival in style. Get ready for some samba as Energia bring a modern and cultural twist to the Flower Dance of yesteryear. Gather in the Market […]
ERDEM MISIRLIOĞLU
We’re delighted to present ERDEM MISIRLIOĞLU playing at Lower Pullworthy. Erdem regularly performs across the UK, appearing in venues such as the Royal Festival Hall, Barbican Hall, Snape Maltings, Cardiff […]
Blacksmith Demo Workshop
Come along and view a Blacksmith demonstration workshop. 10am-12pm – The Workshop Studio, 43 Market Street
All Bar One
5 musicians with more than 120 years of experience playing great music from Doris Day to Duke Ellington, Chuck Berry to Coldplay and beyond. The only qualification to be in […]
Bath Bombs Workshop
Bath Bombs workshop by Christina Knights. Learn how to make bath bombs that will be a delight at bathtime. Materials provided just bring something to take it home in. Limited […]
The Cuckoo & the Nightingale – Concert
Monday July 23rd 2018 at 7.30pm By the Augmented Choir of St. Andrew’s Church, Sampford Courtenay (director of Music: Roger Cleverdon) to include anthems by Tallis, Redford, Gibbons, Purcell, Handel, […]
Hatherleigh All Stars
Hatherleigh based superstars Rob, Dave, Christy, Eliza and Ben will be gracing the stage once again in the Town Square – there is absolutely no suppressing these guys and Festival […]
Karina and the Slaves
Festival is delighted to welcome back Karina and the Slaves are four experienced musicians, consisting of a powerful female vocalist, guitar, bass & drums. Their very varied set list ranges […]
The Dockneys
The Dockneys are a powerhouse rock/pop trio bringing fantastic ‘rocked-up’ versions of Rock, Pop and Motown songs from across the decades. The band formed for a wedding in April 2017 […]
Something about Mary
Something About Mary! Kick off your shoes and dance! Mary and Tony got bored one night at a gig and Something About Mary was born. Rhythm and Blues, Tex Mex, […]
Storytelling with Clive PiG
Clive joins us in the Hatherleigh Primary School’s Woodland Area to perform and tell stories. “Clive PiG – Mister Storyfella, is a storyteller like no other. Using masks & music, […]
United Festival Service with Gospel Choir
United Festival Service with Gospel Choir in the Town Square from 11am
Bat Detectives in the Churchyard
Who lurks in the dark of Hatherleigh’s Churchyard? Join us to discover the creatures of the night. We’re inviting people to have a go at using specialist detector equipment that allows […]
Market Memories: Hatherleigh, Celebrating 100 Years of Change
Market Memories in conjunction with Beaford Arts, Salar Gallery and Hatherleigh History Society we are celebrating change in Hatherleigh over the last 100 years years with a nod of great […]
Rising Stars – Circus Performance
Join Rising Stars Drama group for a circus based adventure! A brand new circus story devised by the Little Stars, and an exploration of comedy and traditional clowning from the […]
Hatherleigh Players
The Hatherleigh Players will be performing their Summer play Sunday afternoon in The Square. Details coming soon!
Hatherleigh Festival’s UV Family Rave Fundraiser
Hatherleigh Festival kick off this year with a brand new and exciting fundraising event for the town – a UV Family Rave! As the name suggests, the UV Rave […]
Working Horses Then and Now
Join Ben and Larry May at Lower Upcott Farm just outside Hatherleigh and meet their working shire horses. Ben will discuss the horses historical importance to the working life and […]
Oak Chop Block and Platter Workshop – Lower Upcott
Spend a few hours at our lovely old farm in the very heart of Devon embellishing your own Oak Block or Platter. Join us to experience an abridged version of […]
The Barefoot Bandit
The Barefoot Bandit are a highly energetic, new wave reggae/dub band based in Devon UK. Their sound mixes catchy melodies and exciting rhythms with a combination of modern roots reggae […]
the EMBEZZLERS
The EMBEZZLERS are a 6 piece, 100% Live, SKA band based in Exeter, Devon. Playing the best in SKA and 2TONE from Desmond Dekker, Toots and Jimmy Cliff to The […]
Masks and Puppets Exhibition – Commerce House
Don, resident in Hatherleigh for 30 years, shows examples of masks and puppets made from simple materials, many recycled, which were created to inspire thousands of children in West Country […]
Rising Stars Drama Group Performance
Rising Stars are a drama group for young people based in Okehampton. Dedicated to theatre arts we’ve been working on three small performances – come and see the magic they’ve […]
Cycle Workshop
Is your bike road-worthy? Can you mend a puncture while out riding? No? Come to our bike workshop at Hatherleigh festival …… The workshop will be free, but any donations […]
Mariners Away
The ‘Mariners away’ home ‘port’ is the Kings Arms in the village of South Zeal, Dartmoor, and have been singing and entertaining for fun for some 10 years. We sing […]
5th Annual Hatherleigh Craft Show – 12pm Sunday 23rd
Open to the public 12noon – 3pm to view the exhibits post judging. 25 classes covering a wide variety of craft from knitting to painting, photography to metal work and […]
Kingstons
The Kingstons are an exciting 6 piece contemporary band based in West Devon and have a fresh, unique sound incorporating an eclectic blend of influences with a passion for ska […]
Saturday Afternoon in The Square
Saturday afternoon from 12pm! We have a bumper packed afternoon of non stop entertainment. 12pm – Kicking the afternoon off at noon will be Cross Border. We are pleased to […]
Circus Skills Workshop (Age 6 – 16 Years)
All the fun of the Circus is guaranteed during this 90 minute entertainingly different workshop. Learn to balance a feather, spin a plate, catch a hoop and juggle. There will […]
Young Artists Exhibition – Old Schoolds
Artists aged 16 – 25 We would love to see your work. This is a great opportunity to exhibit your work during Hatherleigh Festival. There is absolutely no theme and […]
Lionstar – Playing on Friday Night!
Lionstar are a Reggae/Rock/World Fusion band based in The South-West UK. The band comprises of 6 members, all of which bring a unique characteristic to the overall sound through their […]
