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 […]

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 […]

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’ […]

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 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.

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 […]

We are delighted to welcome local young violinist Joel Munday to Hatherleigh for a solo recital at the Methodist Chapel. Joel is a British violinist who performs internationally as a soloist and chamber musician. The 2025/26 season marks his professional solo debut with the London Mozart Players, and he was recently selected as a Tillett […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

No event in Hatherleigh would be true to form if it were not opened by our very own Hatherleigh Silver Band. The Silver Band are renowned across the West Country, winning multiple awards.

New, high-energy, emerging local covers band, Rendition, are set to take to the stage on Friday 10th July, playing a mixture of all your favourite classics, from Ozzy Osbourne to Kings of Leon, these guys are not to be missed.

Back by popular demand! Horce Divorse is a punk rock band composed of four long- time mates who share a passion for music. Hailing from a small town in Devon, their music is heavily influenced by the colourful characters and struggles  from within it, as well as their own experiences. It all started as a […]

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 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 […]

Step into the Museum area of the church to discover photographs from the Beaford Archive – a remarkable record of rural life in North Devon spanning more than half a century. The collection captures a way of life that has shaped this corner of Devon. Curated by Monica Jones and Martin Hartnett.

Looking for a fun and engaging activity for the whole family? Join Drum Devon for an exciting drumming workshop led by experienced percussionist and teacher James Carr! Immerse yourself in the rhythms of West Africa in a hands-on, interactive session that’s perfect for all ages. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to […]

Back for a second year, Scott will be MC-ing on Saturday to keep the fun flowing throughout the day.  A comic of 15 years and a regular at both the Edinburgh and Adelaide Fringe festivals, you’ll be in safe hands with his comedy nonsense! 

Back again to raise the roof! The Festival energy starts here! Mocean is a community percussion band paying tribute to the sounds of Brazil. From samba to the ancestral beats of the NE and turning up the temperature with a little Jungle, Funk and DnB. It’s a musical journey with infectious energy! We cannot wait […]

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 […]

The Felicity Footloose Show is full of fun frolics and daredevil antics!! Felicity Footloose lives in the 80s and just wants to dance!! Watch as she juggles, dances and performs daredevil acrobatics to try and impress her hero Johny!! She’ll even go as far as to hang from her toes and juggle knives upside down. […]

Would it be Festival without him? No, it very definitely wouldn’t.  Back once again with the not-so-ill behaviour, it’s our wonderful Dave! Although he’s been playing for us for years now, we’re still really not sure what to promise here but his sets showcase everything from the sublime to the ridiculous! Keep your eyes peeled.

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 […]

Matt Tanner brings an energetic acoustic approach to classic 90s songs from acts such as Oasis, Radiohead, The Verve and Natalie Imbruglia. Expect a few sing-along anthems laced with a big dollop of cheese

Come along to the square to see this Exeter Based Mass Jazz Orchestra Band lift the energy to a whole new level in the marquee! With 20+ instrumentalists, this performance promises to be BIG! Though this band joined us last year, they didn’t get to perform their whole set, so they’re back this year to […]

DIVING FOR PEARLS are an explosive and inventive 6 piece band of hugely experienced musicians, featuring a horn section, who meld styles, genres, and influences to play simply some of the best music from (mostly) the 80’s and 90’s.

Headlining Festival this year, along with his Fire Blaze Band is Zemroy Thomas, better known by his stage name Da Fuchaman, is an internationally renowned Jamaican reggae singer, songwriter and member of the Rastafari movement. Da Fuchaman’s music is deeply rooted in spirituality and he prides himself on spreading love and positive vibrations to the […]

From 10.30pm til midnight, in the square, DJ’s Steve Attfield and Theo Fields will be bringing an electric mix of house music, sprinkled with some soul / funk and disco vibe – that the Hatherleigh crowd love!

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 […]

Join us for a ‘Churches Together’ service, with Rev. Leigh Winsbury, Rev. Chris Jackson and friends.

A Puppet Roadshow cabaret with characters for all the family followed by Mr Punch and the tar barrels! Punch & Judy Hatherleigh style! A lively and engaging family-friendly performance for children and their grown-ups. Expect fun, laughter, and plenty to keep younger audiences entertained

What better way to round off Hatherleigh Festival 2026 than with a BBQ? All profits from the BBQ got towards ensuring we are able to run the Festival next year! BBQ favourites including pulled pork, beef burgers, pork and apple sausages and garlic chicken baguettes. Vegetarian burgers and sausages also available, all served with onions.

Hatherleigh’s resident storyteller, Borage, brings us the epic Slavic tale: The Frog Princess (not The Princess and the Frog). This story will be aimed at adults, with children definitely also welcome.

After the wild success of last year’s Open Mic it is back again on Sunday afternoon. Come and join us for a very relaxed session in the Town Square. If you’re a budding local musician, or just fancy a try at performing live, come along and have a go. All welcome.