Week of Events
Monday, July 6, 2026
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July 6, 2026 -The Charter of the Forest and our lost Commons Rights
The Charter of the Forest and our lost Commons Rights
Talk by Myc Riggulsford: The Charter of the Forest and our lost Commons Rights Your electricity bill may be illegal, and you can dig up clay, feed pigs, or build your own house, according to this fast paced and fun journey through 800 years of Devon history which shows that we may have lost or […]
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
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July 7, 2026 -Nature Photography Workshop
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July 7, 2026 -From War Horse to Working horse: A History of the Shire Horse
Nature Photography Workshop
Back by popular demand, a nature photography workshop with award-winning and internationally-renowned photographer, Bryony Herrod-Taylor. Check out the Shire Horse Talk with Tea which follows this workshop at Lower Upcott Farm. Location Lower Upcott Farm, Hatherleigh Directions from Hatherleigh: From Park Road/Victoria Road, proceed up the hill and onto the top moor. Go past the William […]
From War Horse to Working horse: A History of the Shire Horse
Tea & Talk at Lower Upcott Farm Arrive 5pm, talk starts 5:30pm Join the festival team and local farmer, Ben May, for a fascinating look at the history of the Shire horse. From their time as war horses until they were the tractors of their time and now their place today on the ‘at risk’ […]
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
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July 8, 2026 -Lambeth Cake Decorating Workshop
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July 8, 2026 -Moor Lane Market Garden Tour and Mini-Workshops
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July 8, 2026 -Watersports Experience Session with Encompass Training
Lambeth Cake Decorating Workshop
Join Hannah for a two-hour workshop and learn the multi-layered piping techniques behind the intricate vintage-style Lambeth cake. Hannah will share her tips and tricks to achieve piping perfection. A Lambeth cake is an intricately decorated vintage-style cake with multi-layered piping techniques. Age 8+. Under 12s to be accompanied by an adult. Please book with […]
Moor Lane Market Garden Tour and Mini-Workshops
Moor Lane Market Garden off Victoria Road, Hatherleigh, EX20 2LJhttps://w3w.co/nerd.begin.assist Visit Hatherleigh's new veg growing and community land project, with short workshops and tours with Jen and Borage.
Watersports Experience Session with Encompass Training
Get ready for one of two exciting watersports experience at the beautiful Woolladon Lake, Meeth, offered by Encompass Training as part of Hatherleigh Festival 2026! We are running two sessions this year, this Wednesday evening session could be great for those who can't make an afternoon session due to work or school. This session will […]
Thursday, July 9, 2026
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July 9, 2026 -Spork! And the return of the Poetic Hunts!
Spork! And the return of the Poetic Hunts!
Join Edward Tripp and Chris White for another big Poetic Hunt! A second serving of silly and subversive comedy, poetry, live music and filth. This event will feature a guest spot from musical comedian Mimi, an Audience Limerick competition, a "community poem” created by you. Yes, you. Some surprising proclamations from Roz the town crier, […]
Friday, July 10, 2026
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July 10, 2026 -Strawglass workshop
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July 10, 2026 -Silver and Copper Earring or Pendant Workshop
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July 10, 2026 -Watersports Experience Session with Encompass Training
Strawglass workshop
Come along, bring an old glass vase and upcycle it into a colourful piece that catches the light, using a selection of colourful mulberry papers. A vase approx 25cm tall x 10 - 15cm wide is ideal. It must be plain glass, no cut glass or patterning. Charity shops or B&M and Dunelm have inexpensive […]
Silver and Copper Earring or Pendant Workshop
Multi-use room @ Hatherleigh Community Centre Enjoy a workshop creating a beautiful pendant or pair of earrings. A simple and elegant design that you'll wear and cherish every day. You'll be guided through ways to twist, bend and shape your silver and copper wire. Then you'll learn how to cut and solder your piece. Finally, you'll […]
Watersports Experience Session with Encompass Training
Get ready for the second of two exciting watersports experience at the beautiful Woolladon Lake, Meeth, offered by Encompass Training as part of Hatherleigh Festival 2026! We are running two sessions this year, this Friday afternoon session was so popular last year so come and join us for a fun-filled cool off and try something […]
Saturday, July 11, 2026
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July 11, 2026 -Silver Ring Making Workshop
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July 11, 2026 -Archery Sessions
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July 11, 2026 -Personalised Pendants
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July 11, 2026 -Drums4Health – Move, Drum, Feel Amazing
Silver Ring Making Workshop
Multi-use room @ Hatherleigh Community Centre During the workshop you’ll learn how to cut, solder and shape your very own bespoke silver ring. You will then have the opportunity to polish or finish this with different textures, creating a unique piece of jewellery to take home with you. Ages: 12+ (under 18s accompanied by an […]
Archery Sessions
Archery is a very rewarding and accessible activity for all. Test your skills and your aim under the expert supervision of Encompass Training. We are running two sessions, in the garden at The Old Vicarage (and may put on a third if popular). Session One: 10-11.15am Session Two: 11.30am-12.45pm Each session will be for up […]
Personalised Pendants
Multi-use room @ Hatherleigh Community Centre Enjoy making a personalised pendant with the opportunity to hand stamp the initials of loved ones. During the workshop you’ll learn how to polish and texture your silver, as well as how to use the letter punches to stamp initials onto your piece. You’ll also learn how to solder […]
Drums4Health – Move, Drum, Feel Amazing
Looking for something that will truly bring a space to life? Drums4Health is a unique, high-energy wellbeing experience that combines movement with rhythmic drumming to create something powerful, inclusive and unforgettable. Designed for all ages, all abilities and all fitness levels, sessions can be enjoyed seated or standing, making them accessible to everyone – whether […]
Sunday, July 12, 2026
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July 12, 2026 -Stitch a Fabric Book – Childrens Workshop
Stitch a Fabric Book – Childrens Workshop
Multi Use Room, Hatherleigh Community Centre | age 8+ Design and create patterns with simple running stitch using felt, buttons and coloured thread for your cover before adding pages to create a fabric book. Take it home to store your needles, practise new embroidery stitches as you learn them or turn it into your own […]