TIVVYfest PROGRAMME 2011
The listings for 2012 will follow in due course. See News Page for forthcoming events.
Please note that there are events which are being used to raise funds for Hospiscare as well as Tivvyfest. We request donations for the print programmes and this will be shared with Hospiscare. We hope that you will find lots of interest in the programme and will come along to many events. We thank you for your interest and support.
Unless otherwise indicated, tickets will be available from Twyford Print, 60, Bampton Steet, Tiverton, EX16 6AH (01884-254818) and Tiverton Information Centre, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, EX16 6LU (by Bus Station) 01884-255827 and/or on the door. Any enquiries regarding these events can be made to: janepsnow@tiscali.co.uk
Friday 29th April- Friday 27th May
Tiverton & Heathcoat Photographic Club Exhibition Tiverton Museum, Beck’s Square, Tiverton, EX16 6PJ. 01884-256295. Open M – F 10:30pm – 4:30pm; Sat 10:00am-1:00pm. Admission to this temporary exhibition is free.
Saturday 30th April
OPENING EVENT – Procession from Town Hall to raise Festival Flag and make Proclamation at Phoenix Lane & at Market followed by entertainments featuring Castle Primary School Maypole Dancers, Tiverton Little PUMAs TaeKwon do, Singing Aloud Youth Choir. Craft activities – beadwork & pottery-painting, face-painting etc. From 10.00am. (St Johns Catholic Primary School’s Choir “Starmakers” & Tiverton Town Majorettes have regretfully had to pull out due to circumstances beyond their control. We do apologise for these late changes)
OPENING CONCERT – Tiverton Amateur Operatic Society – "Another Opening of Another Show" Tiverton High School. 7.30pm. Tickets £5.00 available from Kathy Welden Property Management, 43 Bampton Street. Phone 01884-257997.
Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May
FETE & DUCK RACE – Twyford Spartans event at Amory Park with stalls, Duck Race, Tug of War. From 10.00am. Free.
Tuesday 3rd May
RAMBLERS WALK – 5 mile Moderate Walk. Clyst Hydon – ST 035 015. Optional Pub lunch. 10.30am start. For details contact: Tony 01884 252239
CIVIC SOCIETY GUIDED WALK – Westexe Walk. An opportunity to learn about the history of the area on this circular, guided walk (1½ hrs.) Meet at Tiverton Information Centre. 2.00pm. Free.
STARTREKKING - See the wonders of the heavens with your own eyes. If the sky is clear, this is your chance to use telescopes guided by members of Tiverton and Mid Devon Astronomy Society to see planets, star clusters, nebulae and perhaps even galaxies. At Blundell’s Preparatory School Car Park, Blundell’s Road, Tiverton, EX16 4NA. Wear warm clothes. (If the sky is not clear, there’s another chance on Thursday 5 May). 9.30-10.30 pm. Adults £1, under-16s Free.
TIVERTON FOLK CLUB – White Horse, Gold Street, Tiverton, EX16 6PZ. 8.30pm. Free
Wednesday 4th May
WALK & TALK WALK – Plymtree Village Hall. 1½ hrs easy walk, some hills & stiles. Contacts: Hazel 01884-255032 or Margaret 01884-259803
Thursday 5th May
BOUNCE & RHYME For under-5s with parents/carers. 10.30am. Free
HEATHCOAT HALL - Dance to a live Irish Band. 8.30-11.00pm. Prices vary. details later.
STARTREKKERS See the wonders of the heavens with your own eyes. If the sky is clear, this is your chance to use telescopes guided by members of Tiverton and Mid Devon Astronomy Society to see planets, star clusters, nebulae and, perhaps, even galaxies. Blundell’s Preparatory School Car Park, Blundell’s Road, Tiverton, EX16 4NA. Wear warm clothes. 9.30pm-10.30pm. Adults £1.00, under 16’s free.
Friday 6th May
MARKET – St John’s Catholic Primary School Choir, “Starmakers”, entertain.
TALK AND SHARE - Tiverton and Mid Devon Astronomy Society's Talk and Share: “Observing with Small Telescopes.” Robert Law, Curator of The Mill Observatory, Dundee, gives helpful advice on using simple equipment. This is an opportunity for all telescope owners to bring theirs along, meet other owners, pick up tips and share ideas. All ages welcome. Blundell’s Preparatory School Hall, Blundell’s Road, Tiverton, EX16 4NA. 7.30 pm. Adults £2.00, under-16s free.
JAN STEWER NIGHT – Pennymoor Singaround stalwarts keep the tales of Jan Stewer alive at Puddington Village Hall where his creator, A J Coles, was once the school’s headmaster. Jim Causley reads excerpts from these evocative books and songs, stories, music and laughter will be there in equal measure. Puddington Village Hall, Puddington, Tiverton, EX16 8LW. 8.00pm. £5.00. For information/enquiries ring 01363-866578.
Saturday 7th May
FULL PEAL OF BELLS. St. Peter’s Church. 9.30am - 1.00pm
POLICE STATION OPEN DAY Will have a large (riot) van and some kit on display that the kids can try on. Depending on their operational commitments there will be one or two traffic vehicles on display. There should also be a working police dog present. The Police Cadets will be helping out and if people want to take part they can have their fingerprints taken. There will also be lots of information and people can come and chat to some of their local officers. 10am – 4pm. Free.
SPRING FESTIVAL LITTER PICK – Join Tiverton Volunteer Litter Pickers in a Spring Festival Pick to help keep Tiverton especially tidy this month. It’s amazing what a difference we can make in a short time—come along and see! All equipment and support services are provided by Mid Devon District Council. Meet at Tiverton Swimming Pool Car Park. Refreshments for pickers available afterwards. All ages welcome. 10.00 am- 12 noon. Free.
MARKET – Entertainment from 1.00pm with West Country Concertinas & Ruth Harry's Jammers and Cullompton Majorettes. Craft activity. Have a cuppa and watch your child create a masterpiece!
BACK TO THE GOLDEN 60s – The Merseybeats, Dave Berry, Chris
Farlowe and Vanity Fare perform hits from the 60s. Doug Parish MCs. Tiverton
Town Football Club. Gates open 5.30pm. Music from 7.00pm-11.00pm. Tickets
£22.00 Adults/OAPs, £10.00 under-18s. For more information, visit
http://www.tivertontownfc.com/concert
EAST DEVON CHORAL SOCIETY – Elgar's 'The Dream of Gerontius'. East Devon Choral Society is joined by Exeter Chamber Choir and a full Symphony Orchestra at St. Paul's Church. 7.30pm. Tickets - Main Aisle £15 (no concessions), all other seats £10 (£6 under 16) from Tiverton Information Centre, choir members & (if still available) on the door. For further information, phone 01884-253494
BRITISH LEGION CLUB - Entertainment with Roger Colome for Members & Guests.
JOY PARKE’S TALENT SHOWCASE – Talented local singing students present a varied programme of rock, jazz, classical and pop songs and ballads. Plus:Street Dreamz Street Dancers and jazz diva, Joy Parke, singing Cole Porter, Gershwin and other jazz standards. British Legion Memorial Hall, Angel Hill, Tiverton, EX16 6PE. 7.30pm Tickets £7.00 in advance, £8.00 on the door. Info/enquiries 07730 309327
Sunday 8th May
TIVERTON FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL – “A Great Day for Foodies: if you’re not we will convert you”
Live Music from “Count to Fire”, Cookery demonstrations, children’s rides & more. Win a Hamper – enter on line at www.delishack.com A great day out for the whole family in your local Pannier Market! 40 Food & Drink Traders offering the best that Mid Devon has to offer at Tiverton Pannier Market, Tiverton, EX16 6LD 10.00am-4.00pm Free.
RAMBLERS WALK – 7 mile easy walk. Lympstone – SX 990 841. 10.30am start. For details contact: Tony 01884 252239
MUSIC - ACOUSTIC JAM SESSION - Ruth Harry runs a popular Acoustic Jam Night at The Barge, Halberton. From 7.00pm. Free.
SINGAROUND - At the Half Moon, Fore Street, Tiverton, EX16 6LD. Park in the Market Car Park. The Half Moon is at the bottom of the Market. Bring & Share Supper. Bill Crawford hosts. From 8.00pm (Free/collection for Hospiscare).
Monday 9th May
CIVIC SOCIETY GUIDED WALK – Mystery Tour. Join your guide for an enlightening, circular tour. Starting from Tiverton Information Centre at 2.00pm. Free.
LECTURE – Tiverton Decorative and Fine Arts Society hosts a lecture by Mary Acton on “Continuity and Tradition in Western Sculpture” at the Crystal Room, Tiverton Hotel, Blundells Road, Tiverton, EX16 4DB. 7.30pm for 8.00pm. Visitors welcome. Free.
Tuesday 10th May
TIVERTON GARDEN CLUB COFFEE MORNING/PLANT SALE – Memorial Hall, Angel Hill, Tiverton. 10.00am-12.00noon. Free.
TOWER OPEN EVENING St. Peter’s Church. This ever-popular event provides a chance to see the bells, the clock and find out what’s involved in bell-ringing. If the weather allows there will also be the opportunity to climb the 100 steps to the top of the tower and take in splendid views of the town. Please book a place in advance on a group tour lasting one hour. Contact the Tower Secretary, Glen Morgan on 01884 250067 or email: glenis486@btinternet.com . Please note that for safety reasons any children must be 8 years or older and be accompanied by an adult. 6.30pm Charges: Adults - £3.00; Child (8 – 16) - £1.50
Wednesday 11th May
BOOK GROUP meets 10.30am. All welcome – you don’t have to have read the book to be discussed that month. Free.
WALK & TALK WALK – Bampton - Station Road Car Park. 2½ hrs tough walk, some steep hills & stiles, always muddy. Contacts: Hazel 01884-255032 or Margaret 01884-259803
Tiverton Art Society – Art, Video & Boltzman Paradox – Saxia Turajczyk
Thursday 12th May
BOUNCE & RHYME For under-5s with parents/carers. 10.30am. Free
RAMBLERS WALK – 5 mile moderate walk. Stoodleigh, Quoit-at-Cross. – SS 922 190. Optional Pub lunch. 10.30am start. For details contact: Roger & Margaret 01884 257848
MUSIC WORKSHOP – Once again Nick Wyke & Becki Driscoll lead this music workshop. Based in Torrington, they run the highly successful North Devon Folk Orchestra for the Wren Trust. In addition they are much in demand to run music workshops around the country. This workshop will provide musicians of all ages and abilities with an enjoyable and productive experience. Workshop participants will be brought to performance standard by the end of the workshop & are asked to perform at the Concert that evening. Meetings Room, Tiverton High School, Bolham Road, Tiverton, EX16 6SQ. Please report to Reception – arrive/tune-up 12.30pm. 1.00 -3.00pm £5.00 Adults (free to children & full-time students).
CONCERT – Nick Wyke & Becki Driscoll will headline this Concert. Also features Rosie Eade (singer/songwriter), Tiverton Town Training Band (the junior element of the highly accomplished Tiverton Town Band), pupils from Wilcombe Primary School, Steve Thomason, Winnow (singer/songwriter). United Reformed Church, 2 St Peter Street, Tiverton, EX16 4NU. Adults £3.00, children 50p on the door.(Hospiscare fundraiser)
HEATHCOAT HALL – Dance to a live Irish Band. 8.30 – 11.00pm Prices vary.
Friday 13th May
MARKET – Pupils from Heathcoat Primary School entertain.
Saturday 14th May
RAMBLERS WALK – “Get Walking – Keep Walking” event. 5 mile easy walk. Cullompton Sports Centre, Meadow Lane – ST 023 066. 10.30am start. For details contact: Maureen 01884-256395
TIVERTON ROWING CLUB TASTER SESSION Come along to the Canal Basin to try rowing. Training will take place in a safe and stable training boat under qualified supervision. An ability to swim well is necessary and you must be over 12yrs old. There will also be displays by trained crews in racing boats. 10.00am-1.00pm. Free.
SUNNINGMEAD COMMUNITY GARDEN PARTY AND TALENT CONTEST - COMMUNITY GARDEN PARTY - SUNNINGMEAD COMMUNITY CENTRE REGRETS TO INFORM US THAT THE GARDEN PARTY AND TALENT CONTEST HAVE BEEN CANCELLED. WE APOLOGISE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.
NAUGHTY BUT NICE CONCERT – Due to popular demand, Nicola Clark returns to headline our Naughty but Nice event. Also on the bill this year is Jan Price, a wonderful, witty Welsh poet, plus Cherie Barnett and Hilary Bix who will bring some Music Hall magic to the event. St George’s Hall. 7.00pm £6.00 (Hospiscare fund-raiser*)
VARIETY SHOW - Lance & the Silvertones, Stan Street (vocalist), Faye Smith (vocalist), Robbie (organ/vocalist). Tiverton Football Club. 7.00pm £5.00 (Contact John Jordan 01884-242532) or on the door. (Hospiscare fund-raiser)
BRITISH LEGION CLUB - Entertainment with Ritchie James for Members & Guests
Sunday 15th May
RAMBLERS WALK – 7 mile moderate walk. Foreland & Countisbury Common – NT Car Park at Countisbury. SS 747 496. 10.30am start. For details contact: Jenny 01884 256299
Monday 16th May
ACOUSTIC MUSIC NIGHT- Featuring The Boys from Melbourne Street, John Middleton, Venezuela (duo), Our Wife Now (trio), Kevin Spiers (singer/song-writer), Jerry Cahill (amazing guitarist), Alex Hart (singer/songwriter). Pannier Market. £2.00 entry. Doors open 7.30pm for 8.00pm. Bar. A collection for Hospiscare will take place during the evening. (Hospiscare Fundraiser)
Tuesday 17th May
MARKET – St John’s Catholic Primary School Choir, “Starmakers”, entertain.
TALK – "The Roads more travelled: How Tiverton's transport links developed in the 18th and 19th centuries" by John Kanefsky (Exeter University)Tiverton W.E.A. Open Night. An open invitation to join members of the Tiverton Branch of the Workers' Educational Association to enjoy this interesting insight into the development of transport links in the 18th & 19th centuries. There will also be an opportunity to find out more about the W.E.A. and the adult education courses which are being offered in Tiverton in the autumn and to meet W.E.A. members and the committee over refreshments. Venue: Baptist Church Rooms, Park Hill/Newport Street, Tiverton. 7.30-9.30pm. £3.00
Wednesday 18th May
WALK & TALK WALK – Holcombe Rogus. Walk with Canal Rangers. Park at Prince of Wales Pub. 1½ hrs level, easy walk, some stiles. Contacts: Hazel 01884-255032 or Margaret 01884-259803
PENNYMOOR SINGAROUND at the Cruwys Arms, Pennymoor. Music session 8.00-8.30pm. Singing from 8.30pm. Come along to play, sing or listen in a relaxed, friendly and informal setting. Free.
TIVERTON FILM CLUB “Departures” Japan, 2009, Daigo Kobayashi was a cellist in an orchestra that has just been dissolved. He decides to move back to his old hometown with his wife, to look for work and start over. He answers an ad entitled "Departures" thinking it is for a travel agency only to discover that the job is for a "Nokanshi" or "encoffineer," a funeral professional. While his wife and others despise the job, Daigo takes pride in his work and begins to perfect the art of "Nokanshi," acting as a gentle gatekeeper between life and death, between the departed and their family. The film follows his profound and sometimes comical journey as he re-discovers the wonder, joy and meaning of life. Petroc College, Doors open 6.30pm for 7.00pm start. £5.00.
Thursday 19th May
BOUNCE & RHYME For under-5s with parents/carers. 10.30am. Free
RAMBLERS WALK – 5 mile moderate/tough walk. Culmstock Beacon. (Start from Culmstock War Memorial) – ST 135 103. 10.30am start. For details contact: Don 01884 38216
CIVIC SOCIETY GUIDED WALK – St. Andrew’s Walk. An opportunity to learn about the history of the town on this circular, guided walk (2hrs). Meet at Tiverton Information Centre. 2.00pm. Free.
QUILTING TALK – Journal Quilts and Show’n’Tell. A welcome return by celebrated quilter, Penny Armitage. She will talk about the inspiration behind making a Journal Quilt and show examples which she has made. She would like other quilters to bring along examples of their work for an informal Show & Tell session. Tiverton Library, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, EX16 6SA. 7.00pm. Free/donations. (Hospiscare fund-raiser*)
HEATHCOAT HALL - Dance to a live Irish Band. 8.30-11.00pm. Prices vary. details later.
Friday 20th May
MARKET – Pupils from Wilcombe Primary School entertain.
3 DAY TIVERTON BALLOON FESTIVAL - 5.00pm Car Parks open; 6.30-8.15pm Mass ascent of Balloons which will fly over Mid Devon for approx. 1.5hrs, 9.30-10.00pm Evening Night Glow - A spectacular display of balloons performing to music. For full, updated info. check website: www.tivertonballoonfestival.co.uk
THEATRE – Rosemary Hawthorne aka The Knicker Lady traces these humble garments through 200 years of fashion - and tells the fascinating & hilarious story of those who wore them. The New Hall, Tiverton, 8.00pm Tickets: £12.00 from Tiverton TIC (01884 255827) or from www.comedyhall.co.uk
Saturday 21st May
TIVERTON BALLOON FESTIVAL – 6.00-7.30am Morning inflation & Mass Ascent. Balloons will fly over Mid Devon for approx. 1.5hrs. Site closes once balloons have taken off. 2.00pm Car Parks Open; 3.00-5.30pm An afternoon of fun & activities. Get ‘hands on’ with tethered balloons, Q&A sessions with balloon crews, activities & competitions. 6.30-7.15pm Mass ascent; 9.30-10.00pm Evening Night glow (as for Friday)
“ESSENTIAL GARDENS” EXHIBITION PREVIEW of an Exhibition by Mary Sumner at Knightshayes Court. Join the artist on a tour of the garden that inspired her new collection. Then enjoy a buffet of dishes featuring produce picked in the garden that day with wine from their 2010 grape harvest. 6.00pm. £12.50. Tickets from Lantic Gallery, 38 Gold Street, Tiverton (01884-259888) www.lanticgallery.co.uk
CONCERT - VoiceWorx CHOIR - VoiceWorx is a Mid Devon singing phenomenon. Every Monday in Kentisbeare village hall over 100 singers from age 5 upwards meet to make music under the guidance of Alan Boxer. This is community singing at its best - full of life and energy. Supporting Voiceworx in this concert will be The Plough Youth Theatre Group from Torrington. A brilliant night of entertainment is guaranteed. New Hall, Barrington St, Tiverton, Devon EX16 6QP. 7.00pm for 7.30pm start. Adults £6.00, children £2.00.
BRITISH LEGION CLUB - Entertainment with Allan Terry for Members & Guests.
HEATHCOAT HALL - Mickey Land's Disco "Greatest Hits" 8.00pm-1.00am £5.00
22nd May – 14th June
“ESSENTIAL GARDENS” EXHIBITION – Lantic Gallery presents an Exhibition by Mary Sumner at Knightshayes Court. Mary Sumner’s new collection of paintings was inspired by Knightshayes Kitchen Gardens & Estate.
Sunday 22nd May
TIVERTON BALLOON FESTIVAL – 6.00-7.30am (as Saturday). 2.00pm Car Parks open. 3.00-5.30pm – (as for Saturday). 6.30-7.15pm Mass Ascent – final flight over Mid Devon. 8.30pm Festival closes.
RAMBLERS WALK – 8 mile moderate walk. Copplestone – SS 772 027. Car Park at Fernworthy Park, Copplestone. 10.30am start. For details contact: Teresa 01823 673348
MORE WIT & WISDOM Featuring Bill Crawford, Dave Lowry, Martyn Babb, Margaret Palmer, Bill Murray. Len Christopher MCs. More tall tales, songs and music (Jim Causley hopes to come along too…) Mayoralty Room, Tiverton Town Hall 7.30pm £5.00 (Hospiscare fundraiser*)
Monday 23rd May
CIVIC SOCIETY GUIDED WALK – An opportunity to learn about the history of the town on this circular, guided Town Walk (1½ hrs). Meet at Tiverton Information Centre. 6.30pm
Tuesday 24th May
STREET DANCE TASTER SESSIONS – Fresh Vibes Street Dance for Beginners. For 11 – 16 years: 6.15 – 7.00pm £3.00; Adults: 7.15 – 8.00pm £4.00 Wear comfortable clothes (e.g. joggers & T-shirt), bring water. Tiverton Community Hub, Leat Street, Tiverton, EX16 5AA. Further information phone: 07730 309327
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER with Jim Causley. First and foremost, Jim is a born entertainer. He is renowned for his warm, rich and mature singing voice (quoted as being akin to the fruitiest of real ales!) his natural gift for interpreting song and his wry and cheeky stage presence. He has been nominated for numerous Folk awards, but he does not restrict his repertoire – his musical tastes are broad. Add to that a great talent for telling a story. All these together add up to a great evening’s entertainment. Mayoralty Room, Tiverton Town Hall 8.00pm £5.00 (Hospiscare fundraiser*)
Wednesday 25th May
WALK & TALK WALK – Exe Valley to Bickleigh. Park at Old Heathcoat School Community Centre. 2¼ hrs moderate walk, some hills & stiles, always muddy. Buss pass or fare needed for return journey. Contacts: Hazel 01884-255032 or Margaret 01884-259803
FAMILY PICNIC & POOL PARTY – Families are invited along to Two Moors Primary School for a picnic in the grounds, fun and games, and a chance to have a dip in the swimming pool. From 3.30pm. Free.
Thursday 26th May
BOUNCE & RHYME For under-5s with parents/carers. 10.30am. Free
HEATHCOAT HALL - Every Thursday night is Irish Dance Night with a Live Band. 8.30-11.00pm. Prices vary. details later.
TALK –“The Christians to the Lion: Why the Romans persecuted the Early Church". Oliver Nicholson. We are most fortunate to have someone who is not only a world-authority on Late Antiquity but is also renowned for his ability to bring events in this period into sharp relief. St. George’s Hall. 8.00pm Donations (Hospiscare fundraiser*)
Friday 27th May –
UNDERGROUND GIG – featuring: CAMBION - this Heavy Metal band is back from a highly successful tour; Tiverton-based CRY HAVOC a metal/rock band; local metal/rock band DIRTY MAGIC and rockers WHITEHART. Tickets £5.00 in advance, £6.00 on the door. New Hall. Tickets £5.00 in advance, £6.00 on the door. 7.30pm – 12.30am.
Saturday 28th May –
RAMBLERS WALK – 9 mile tough walk. Goat Hill Bridge – SS 725 404. 10.30am start. For details contact: Rex & Lesley 01884-258955
WILD PLANTS OF DEVON FIELD TRIP. Tutor Jeremy Ison. Meet at Heathcoat Community Centre at 10 00am for a fascinating day walking the Exe Valley to Bickleigh as we identify the wild flowers and ferns along the way. Prior enrolment essential. Contact: Anne Davies (01884 254744). Fee: £25.00
MARKET - Sid Vale Choir entertain.
BRITISH LEGION CLUB – Entertainment with John White for Members & Guests.
ACOUSTIC MUSIC NIGHT – Mike Weed & Maggie Duffy, Graham Butterfield, Winnow, Steve Thomason, Rosie Eade, Jerry Cahill. St George’s Hall, 7.30pm. Donations. (Hospiscare fund-raiser*)
Sunday 29th May
THE BIG FINISH at TIVERTON TOWN FOOTBALL GROUND. Live Music featuring Martin Rooney, Gina Thompson (singer/songwriter), Cross Border, Stay Lucky (3-piece covers band) & others tbc, Tiverton Rowing Club, Tiverton Little PUMAs TaeKwon do, Dynamic Dance Crew, Hog Roast, crafts and entertainments for all ages. 11.00am-4.00pm (Hospiscare fundraiser)
STEAM-UP AT COLDHARBOUR MILL - 11.00am-4.00pm Adults £8.00, Child £4.50, Family (2 adult + 2 children) £20.00, Concessions £7.50. For more details visit websites: www.coldharbourmill.org.uk and www.coldharboursteam.org.uk
BHol Monday 30th May
STEAM-UP AT COLDHARBOUR MILL - 11.00am-4.00pm Adults £8.00, Child £4.50, Family (2 adult + 2 children) £20.00, Concessions £7.50. For more details visit websites: www.coldharbourmill.org.uk and www.coldharboursteam.org.uk
Tuesday 31st May
RAMBLERS WALK – 5 mile moderate/tough walk. Cove – SS 974 190. Optional Pub lunch. 10.30am start. For details contact: Gerald 01884 254830