What's On Diary

Wednesday, May 20 - Abbotsham Toddler Group, Abbotsham Village Hall, 1-3pm Term time only Wednesday, May 20 - Appledore Pirates Cash Bingo, Appledore Village Hall. Eyes down 7.30pm Wednesday, May 20 - Afrobics Class, Clovelly Parish Hall, Wrinkleberry, H

Wednesday, May 20 - Abbotsham Toddler Group, Abbotsham Village Hall, 1-3pm Term time only Wednesday, May 20 - Appledore Pirates Cash Bingo, Appledore Village Hall. Eyes down 7.30pmWednesday, May 20 - Afrobics Class, Clovelly Parish Hall, Wrinkleberry, Higher Clovelly, 10.30-11.30am. More info on (01237) 441385Wednesday, May 20 - Majorettes club, Pollyfield Centre, Bideford, 5-8pmWednesday, May 20 - Mini market with homemade bread & cakes, plants, bric-a-brac & more, every Wed, Winkleigh Community Centre, 9-11amWednesday, May 20 - Jive LeRoc! Modern jive classes for couples only. Beginners/improvers. Roundswell Community Centre, Barnstaple, info 07817 144292, 7.15-10pmWednesday, May 20 - Whist Drive, Royal Hotel, Market/Bude Street, Appledore, all welcome, 2.30pmWednesday, May 20 - Poker Tournament, Kennys Bar, Boutport Street, Barnstaple, 8.15pmWednesday, May 20 - Aiki-Jo martial arts, Pollyfield Centre, Bideford, 8.15-9.15pmWednesday, May 20 - North Devon Vegetarian Social Club meeting, the Owl Cafe, Maiden Street, Barnstaple, 11am, info (01271) 850387CANCELLED Wednesday, May 20 - Step-by-Step Parent Group, Newport school community room, Barnstaple, free nutrition talk & demonstration by Dr James of the Vegetarian SocietyWednesday, May 20 - Baby Bounce & Rhyme Time, Barnstaple Library, 10.30-11am, info (01271) 388589Wednesday, May 20 - Salsa Dance, Conservative Club, Torrington, 7.30pm, info 07967 893618Wednesday, May 20 - Atlantic Jive, modern jive classes, Robins Nest, Bideford AFC, 8-11pm, info 07875 201328Wednesday, May 20 - Toddlers, Step-by-Step Community Group, Newport school hall, Barnstaple, toys, activities, messy play & more, for age 0-3, 9.30-11am, �1.75 per session, term time only, info 07929 546647, spaces availableWednesday, May 20 - The Appledore Band, Emmanuel Church, Ilfracombe seafront, 8.15pm, info www.emmanuel-ilfracombe.orgWednesday, May 20 - Lunch at the Salvation Army centre, Oakleigh Road, Barnstaple, 12.30pm, call (01271) 321972 to bookWednesday, May 20 - Cash bingo & liner, Ex-servicemen's Club, St Georges Rd, Barnstaple, eyes down 8pm, for Greenfield's Residential Care for young peopleWednesday, May 20 - South Molton Citizen of the Year event, the Assembly Rooms, 7pm, auction of pledges, buffet and bar, all welcomeWednesday, May 20 - North Devon Community Gospel Choir, Barnstaple Baptist Church, 7-8.30pm, every Wed, all welcome, info (01237) 478883Wednesday, May 20 - Blue Remembered Hills with Studio Theatre, Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe, 7.45pm, tickets (01271) 324242 or www.studiotheatreonline.org.ukWednesday, May 20 -Coffee morning for Cancer Research, Combe Martin Methodist Hall, 10amWednesday, May 20 - Combe Martin Historical Society AGM, Parish Church Hall, 7.30pm, all welcomeThursday, May 21 - Atlantic Flower Club, floral demonstrations, Appledore Church Rooms, every third Thursday of the month, 2pm, all welcome, call (01237) 421911 for infoThursday, May 21 - Bingo in aid of North Devon Intensive Care, Northam Leisure Centre, 7.15pmThursday, May 21 - Ilfracombe Red Petticoats Dance Clog Group, Trinity Hall, 7.30-9.30pm. New Members welcome, info (01271) 342351Thursday, May 21 - Bideford Folk Club, Joiners' Arms, Market Place, 8pm, info (01237) 470792Thursday, May 21 - Barnstaple Rock & Roll Club with Free Dance Tuition, Cedars Hotel, 7.30pm until late. More info on 07899 701498Thursday, May 21 - Afro Samba Dance Class, Holsworthy Community School Hall, Victoria Hill, Holsworthy, 7-8.30pm. More info on (01237) 441385Thursday, May 21 - Tarka Toddlers' Group, Bideford Baptist Church, Mill St, 9.30-11.30am, info (01237) 474825Thursday, May 21 - Square Dancing, Heanton Parish Hall (behind Williams Arms) new dancers always welcome, 8-10pmThursday, May 21 - Parkham Baby & Toddler group, Allardice Hall, Parkham, 9.30-11.30am, excellent facilities, plenty of activities, great fun, all the family welcome, term time onlyThursday, May 21 - Coffee 'n' Chat, Combe Martin Baptist Church Hall, 10.30am-noonThursday, May 21 - Bingo, Pollyfield Centre, Bideford, eyes down 7.30pmThursday, May 21 - Badminton Club, Ilfracombe Arts College, 7-9pm, �3 adults �2 juniors & conc. info (01271) 867079Thursday, May 21 - Community Workshop, crafts for all, Step-by-Step Community Group, Newport School, Barnstaple, craft activities for all ages, 9.15-11.15am, term time only, info 07929 546647, please call to check availabilityThursday, May 21 - Toddler Time, Barnstaple Library, stories, songs and crafts for the plus-twos, 11am, info (01271) 388589Thursday, May 21 - Salsa Dance, Bideford Angling Club, 7.30pm, info 07967 893618Thursday, May 21 - Benefits for Pensioners, with Jeff Bolton, Breathe Easy North Devon meeting, Springfield Day Centre, Chanters Rd, Bideford, 7-9pm, all welcome, more info (01237) 474725Thursday, May 21 - Blue Remembered Hills with Studio Theatre, ND College, Barnstaple, 7.45pm, tickets on door or visit www.studiotheatreonline.org.ukThursday, May 21 - Modern Sequence Dance, Kingsley Hall, Youngaton Road, Westward Ho, 7.30-10pmThursday, May 21 - Bingo in aid of North Devon Hospice, Ring O' Bells, Landkey. Eyes down 7.30pmFriday, May 22 - 55 Jive Rock 'n' Roll Club, The Robin's Nest, Bideford Football Club, 7.45-11.15pm. Free Tuition Available. More info on (01271) 816352Friday, May 22 - Meditation class, Barnstaple Library, 4-5.30pm, Buddhist meditations & teachings, followed by discussion and tea, info (01392) 490058Friday, May 22 - Whist Drive, Royal Hotel, Market/Bude Street, Appledore, all welcome, 2.30pmFriday, May 22 - Hatha Yoga class, Lovacott Village Hall, 9.15-10.15am, info (01271) 858814Friday, May 22 - Baby Bounce & Rhyme Time, Barnstaple Library, 10.30-11am, info (01271) 388589Friday, May 22 - Quiz Night, Appledore Community & Sports Assn (former British Legion hall,) teams up to six, every week, �1 per person, cash prizes and "snowball" draw, 8.30pm, all welcome - just turn upFriday, May 22 - Mummy, buggy and baby exercise class, ND Leisure Centre, Barnstaple, 10.30am, info 07828 128638, dry weather onlyFriday, May 22 - Blue Remembered Hills with Studio Theatre, Plough Arts Centre, Torrington, 8pm, tickets (01805) 624624 or visit www.studiotheatreonline.org.ukFriday, May 22 - Swallows Nursery Open Day & Cream Tea, Swimbridge Court, Swimbridge, 2-6pm, info (01271) 831493Friday, May 22 - Rising 3s, Step-by-Step Community Group, Newport school, Barnstaple, toys, activities, messy play & visits to nursery, for age 2 1/2 to 3, 9.30-11.30am, �2 per session, info 07929 546647, please call to check availabilityFriday, May 22 - Bingo, Yarnscombe Victory Hall. Eyes down 7.45pmFriday, 22, Saturday 23, Sunday 24 & Monday 25 May - The Hunting of the Earl of Rone weekend, Combe Martin. Friday, hunt begins with procession from Holdstone Way at 7.15pm; Saturday junior parade, from primary school at 11am, with 8pm social evening at Castle Inn; Sunday procession 1.30pm onwards; Monday grand parade, departs top of village at 6.15pm, reaching seaside at 9pm. Parades open to all in village and surrounding parishes. Info (01271) 882366/882524 or www.earl-of-rone.org.ukSaturday, May 23 - Bingo, 1-2-3 Lines Every Game, Kingsley Hall, Westward Ho! 7.15pmSaturday, May 23 - Barnstaple Squash Club, Saturday morning junior coaching, North Devon Leisure Centre, every week, �3, 9.20am-10.40amSaturday, May 23 - Appledore Brass Band in concert, Sainsburys Community Centre, Roundswell, Barnstaple, all proceeds to RD&E Hospital and new head and neck unit at NDDH, tickets �5, 7.30-9.30pm, all enquiries (01271) 379943 Saturday, May 23 - Northam Twinning Assn jumble sale, Northam Hall, 2pm, adm 20p, all welcomeSaturday, May 23 - Modern Sequence Dance, St John's Church Hall, South Street, Barnstaple, 7.30-10.15pmSaturday, May 23 - Plant Sale, Roundswell Community Centre, Barnstaple, for St Paul's Church (Sticklepath,) 12 noon-4pm, plus free gardening advice, cream teas & homemade cakesSaturday, May 23 - New Producers' Market, Landmark Pavilion, Ilfracombe, all manner of local produce, arts, crafts & gifts, 10am-3pm, info (01271) 879018 Saturday, May 23 - Taw & Torridge Embroiderers' Group, Sticklepath Methodist Church Hall, Barnstaple, looking for new skills? Come along for a taster, 10am-3pm, info (01237) 477911Saturday, May 23 - Bingo, Northam Leisure Centre, for MS Society, eyes down 2.15pmSaturday, 23 & Sunday, 24 May - Art Exhibition, Instow Parish Hall, by Bishops Tawton Art Group, mix of media and art work, paintings for sale, free entry, refreshments, 10am-7pm, all very welcome Sunday, May 24 - Salvation Army Praise & Worship Meeting, Baptist Church, Bideford, 3-4pmSunday, May 24 - Bingo, British Legion Hall, Appledore. Doors open 7pm, eyes down 7.30pmSunday, May 24 - TIGA Club (Trust in God Always) for children & young people, prayer and projects, St Brannock's Rooms, Braunton, 9.45amSunday, May 24 - RNLI car boot sale & Fun Day, Ilfracombe Rugby Club, Brimlands (next to the swimming pool,) sellers cars �6 & vans �10, set up from 9am, gates open 11am, bouncy castle, barbecue, clubhouse open for refreshments, free entry, parking 50pSunday, May 24 - Car Boot Sale, May's Field, Instow, for Leukaemia Research Fund, sellers from 7amSunday, May 24 - Bideford Cricket Club Car Boot sale, at the cricket ground, Westward Ho, cars �5 from 8.30am, buyers (on foot) 25p from 9am, all welcomeSunday, May 24 - Kite making workshop and family fund raising event, Langtree Village Hall, 11am-3pm, for Families in Grief bereavement charity, plus plant sale, book stall, refreshments, Indian kite fighting demo and mass kite fly in at 2.30pm, all welcome, info (01805) 601733Sunday, May 24 - Table top sale, Barnstaple Pannier Market, to raise funds for Barnstaple Carnival, sellers 8am, buyers 10am, to book a pitch or for info, call Arthur Windsor on (01271) 328272 Monday, May 25 - Fremington Bingo, Parish Hall, 7.30pm, for Senior Citizens, all welcomeMonday, May 25 - Hatha Yoga class, The Plough, Torrington, 6.30-8pm, info (01271) 858814Monday, May 25 - Bounce & Rhyme for babies and toddlers, Braunton Library, every Mon, 2.30-3pmMonday, May 25 - Bingo in aid of Bideford Football Club, Robin's Nest Social Club, Bideford. Eyes down 7.15pmMonday, May 25 - Appledore Singers Ladies' Choir Practice Evening, Appledore School, 7.30pm. Info on (01237) 477293. New members welcomeMonday, May 25 - Jive LeRoc! Modern Jive for beginners/improvers, Ex-Services & Social Club, Yeo Vale, Barnstaple, info 07817 144292, 8-11pmMonday, May 25 - Majorettes club, Pollyfield Centre, Bideford, 6-8pmMonday, May 25 - Inflatable and soft play fun for toddlers, Northam Community Hall, 9.30-11.30am, entry �2 inc refreshments, info (01237) 421767Monday, May 25 - Charity dance with Ben, Bett & Audrey, Filleigh Village Hall, bring-and-share supper, 8pm, adm �3.50, all welcome, for hospiceMonday, May 25 - The Big Picnic world record attempt, Rock Park, Barnstaple, part of National Family Week, Bple Lions Club & Town Council, 1pm, music, stalls, sideshows, bring, rug, food and drink, all welcome, info Bple Lions 08458 336349Monday, May 25 - Car boot sale, Blackmoor Gate market field, sellers 11am, buyers 12 noon, car boots �5Monday, May 25 - Afro Samba Dance Class, Methodist Church Hall, Rhododendron Avenue, Sticklepath, Barnstaple, 7-8.30pm. More info on (01237) 441385 Tuesday, May 26 - Salsa dance club, keep fit, have fun and even dance in local carnivals if you wish! Former British Legion Hall, Appledore, all ages, abilities and sizes welcome, 6-7pm, info Jessica Christie 07837 663628Tuesday, May 26 - Hatha Yoga class, West Croft Junior School hall, Bideford, 6.30-8pm, info (01271) 858814Tuesday, May 26 - Silver Spurs square dance, Tesco Community Hall, Barnstaple, 8-10pm, details (01271) 870254Tuesday, May 26 - Coffee Morning plus lunches, Lavington Church, Bideford, 10am-1.30pmTuesday, May 26 - Salvation Army CAMEO (Come and Meet Each Other) Club, Baptist Church, Bideford, 2-3.30pmTuesday, May 26 - Coffee & Friendship at The Village Well, Community Room, Sticklepath School, Crosslands, 9.30am-11.30am. More info on (01271) 349861 or at www.roundswell.co.ukTuesday, May 26 - Bideford Camera Club, Community Rooms, The Pill (Opposite Burton Art Gallery) 7.15pm for 7.30pm start. Info on (01237) 423242Tuesday, May 26 - Winkleigh Morris Dance group, Community Centre, Winkleigh, new dancers welcome, more info (01363) 877216Tuesday, May 26 - Bingo, Bideford and District Angling Club, corner of Honestone Street, every Tue, doors open 6pm, eyes down 7.30pmTuesday, May 26 - Youth Club, Pollyfield Centre, Bideford, 7-8.30pmTuesday, May 26 - Spiritual Healing, The Plough, Torrington, 7-9pm, more info from (01409) 281129 or (01805) 622883Tuesday, May 26 - New circuit class, now every Tuesday, Braunton Community College sports hall, all abilities, 6-7pm, for info call (01271) 814093Tuesday, May 26 - Childminder's Drop-in, Step-by-Step Community Group, Newport School, Barnstaple, toys, chat & refreshments, a place for childminders and their charges to socialise and have fun, 9.30-11.30am, info 07929 546647Tuesday, May 26 - Salsa Dance, (new venue,) Riverfront Cafe, Barnstaple, 7.30pm, info 07967 893618Tuesday, May 26 - Salsa dance club, keep fit, have fun and even dance in local carnivals if you wish! Former British Legion hall, Appledore, all ages, abilities and sizes welcome, 6-7pm, info Jessica Christie 07837 663628Tuesday, May 26 - Over 50s coffee morning, The Pollyfield Centre, East-the-water, Bideford, enjoy a natter over a good cuppa, 10am-12 noon, all welcomeTuesday, May 26 - Popular music concert, Barnstaple Organ & Keyboard Club, Roundswell Community Centre, Gratton Way, refreshments & raffle, adm �5, members �2, all welcome, 7.45pmTuesday, May 26 - Spiritual Healing, Torrington Healing Clinic, The Plough, 7-9pm, info (01409) 281129 or (01805) 622883Tuesday, May 26 - REME Association North Devon Branch Monthly Meeting, RBL Appledore, 7.30pmWednesday, May 27 - Appledore Pirates Cash Bingo, Appledore Village Hall. Eyes down 7.30pmWednesday, May 27 - Afrobics Class, Clovelly Parish Hall, Wrinkleberry, Higher Clovelly, 10.30-11.30am. More info on (01237) 441385Wednesday, May 27 - Majorettes club, Pollyfield Centre, Bideford, 5-8pmWednesday, May 27 - Mini market with homemade bread & cakes, plants, bric-a-brac & more, every Wed, Winkleigh Community Centre, 9-11amWednesday, May 27 - Jive LeRoc! Modern jive classes for couples only. Beginners/improvers. Roundswell Community Centre, Barnstaple, info 07817 144292, 7.15-10pmWednesday, May 27 - Whist Drive, Royal Hotel, Market/Bude Street, Appledore, all welcome, 2.30pmWednesday, May 27 - Poker Tournament, Kennys Bar, Boutport Street, Barnstaple, 8.15pmWednesday, May 27 - Aiki-Jo martial arts, Pollyfield Centre, Bideford, 8.15-9.15pmWednesday, May 27 - Weare Giffard Art Class, new members welcome, 11am-1pm & 2-4pm, more info (01237) 470124 Wednesday, May 27 - North Devon Vegetarian Social Club meeting, the Owl Cafe, Maiden Street, Barnstaple, 11am, info (01271) 850387Wednesday, May 27 - Baby Bounce & Rhyme Time, Barnstaple Library, 10.30-11am, info (01271) 388589Wednesday, May 27 - Salsa Dance, Conservative Club, Torrington, 7.30pm, info 07967 893618Wednesday, May 27 - Atlantic Jive, modern jive classes, Robins Nest, Bideford AFC, 8-11pm, info 07875 201328Wednesday, May 27 - Lunch at the Salvation Army centre, Oakleigh Road, Barnstaple, 12.30pm, call (01271) 321972 to bookWednesday, May 27 - South Molton Musical Society concert, Emmanuel Church, Ilfracombe seafront, 8.15pm, info www.emmanuel-ilfracombe.orgWednesday, May 27 - North Devon Epilepsy Action meeting, Henry Williamson Room, Barnstaple Library, 7-9pm, all welcomeWednesday, May 27 - North Devon Community Gospel Choir, Barnstaple Baptist Church, 7-8.30pm, every Wed, all welcome, info (01237) 478883Wednesday, May 27 - ND Ramblers walk, start Lynton cemetery car park, to South Cleave-Hewitts Path, start 10, 5.5 miles. Info (01271) 376714 or 863727, or www.northdevonramblers.co.uk Wednesday, May 27 - Mask & Hats for Storytelling, free craft sessions, Ilfracombe Museum, 10.15-11.15am & 11.30am-12.30pm, please reserve places on (01271) 863541Wednesday, May 27 - Appledore Sub Aqua Club open evening, aboard MS Oldenburg, Bideford Quay, free talk and slideshow for qualified divers wishing to learn more about UK diving, 7.30pm Wednesday, May 27 - Car boot sale, Lobb Field, Saunton Road, Braunton, for Braunton Football Club funds, sellers 9am, buyers 10am, info 07510 546676Thursday, May 28 - Bingo in aid of North Devon Intensive Care, Northam Leisure Centre, 7.15pmThursday, May 28 - Ilfracombe Red Petticoats Clog Dance Group, Trinity Church Hall, 7.30-9.30pm. New Members welcome. info (01271) 342351Thursday, May 28 - Bideford Folk Club, Joiners' Arms, Market Place, 8pm, info (01237) 470792Thursday, May 28 - Barnstaple Rock & Roll Club with Free Dance Tuition, Cedars Hotel, 7.30pm until late. More info on 07899 701498Thursday, May 28 - Afro Samba Dance Class, Holsworthy Community School Hall, Victoria Hill, Holsworthy, 7-8.30pm, info (01237) 441385Thursday, May 28 - Square Dancing, Heanton Parish Hall (behind Williams Arms) new dancers always welcome, 8-10pmThursday, May 28 - Coffee 'n' Chat, Combe Martin Baptist Church Hall, 10.30am-noonThursday, May 28 - Bingo, Pollyfield Centre, Bideford, eyes down 7.30pmThursday, May 28 - Badminton Club, Ilfracombe Arts College, 7-9pm, �3 adults �2 juniors & conc. info (01271) 867079Thursday, May 28 - Toddler Time, Barnstaple Library, stories, songs and crafts for the plus-twos, 11am, info (01271) 388589Thursday, May 28 - Salsa Dance, The Night Owl Club, Bideford, 7.30pm, info 07967 893618Thursday, May 28 - Modern Sequence Dance, Kingsley Hall, Westward Ho, 7.30-10pmThursday, May 28 - Sacred Healing Circle, Vention Cottage, Hunters Inn, Parracombe, 7.30pm, info (01598) 763438