Fri 6 Nov – Fri 12 Feb · Fridays, 10am · £25
Exeter Phoenix Camera GroupExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A monthly social meet-up for photography enthusiasts with some experience, or who have done a beginners course and want to keep in touch with like-minded people.
12pm · £30
Haldon Gold Cup Day10:30am
Topsham SocialThe Globe Hotel, Topsham · Community
A relaxed coffee morning for members and prospective members of Exeter u3a, where people swap stories about their interest groups, university visits and research taking part. Suited to retired and older learners keen to meet other u3a members.
Fridays, 2pm–4pm, over 50s · £5
Age UK Exeter tea danceWonford Community Centre · Community
A weekly afternoon of tea dancing led by Age UK Exeter, with music and easy social dancing. It suits people over 50 who enjoy dancing or want a sociable afternoon, and beginners are welcome to join in.
7pm · £10.00 £8.00 for Elevate Members
Elevate Festival – Don’t Call Me China DollBarnfield Theatre · Theatre
A one-woman show in which an actor preparing to play Anna May Wong is transported to the 1930s, exploring internalised racism, identity and the barriers East Asian actors still face. Suits audiences who like new, personal theatre.
Exeter Cavern · Music
A solo acoustic singer-songwriter from Bristol, Acoustic magazine's 2010 Singer Songwriter of the Year, who has toured the UK and Europe and shared stages with Frank Turner and The Levellers. Suits fans of acoustic singer-songwriters.
Bomba · Club Night
The launch night of a new ritual-techno club series, raising funds for a conference on feminine, queer and gender-expansive perspectives in psychedelic research. Suits techno fans who want their night to support a cause.
Tue 10 Feb – Sun 10 Oct · Open Tue 10.30am–5pm, Wed–Sun 10am–5pm · Free
Charmaine Watkiss: From the ones who came before…Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions
Charmaine Watkiss's new commission responds to the museum's West African collection with a watercolour, a mask and a double portrait, exploring Caribbean healing traditions and the diaspora. For fans of contemporary art.
Tue 31 Mar – Sun 21 Mar · Open Tue 10.30am–5pm, Wed–Sun 10am–5pm · Free
A Sense of ColourExeter Racecourse · Sport & Wellness
University of Exeter Streatham Campus · Talks & Workshops
A hands-on workshop using photography and collage to reflect on food access, care and wellbeing, ending with an A4 collage you make yourself. No experience is needed, and it is led by photographer and artist Carli Adby-Notley.
5pm · FREE
Elevate Festival – Production SocialBarnfield Theatre · Other
A social for freelance technical, production and backstage professionals in the South West, to meet peers and help shape a new support strand for careers behind the scenes. Suits people working in theatre production.
6:45pm · £0–£40
NationExeter Phoenix · Other
A solo storytelling show by Sam Ward, a dark fable about the political power of stories and the violence of community. Suits fans of bold, intense theatre, for those aged 14 and over.
7:30pm · £33.00
Dr Richard Shepherd: Time of Death – More Unnatural CausesExeter Northcott Theatre · Talks & Workshops
The forensic pathologist, who has performed more than 23,000 autopsies, talks about why time matters in uncovering the truth behind accidents, murders and unexplained deaths. Suits fans of true crime and forensic science.
Move · Music
A launch night for a debut EP of blues, indie folk and storytelling about loss, resilience and connection, played with a close-knit band, with local country and rock artist Chris Ostler in support. Suits fans of heartfelt songwriting.
7:30pm · £21.25
Dumnonii ConsortSt Michael & All Angels Church, Mount Dinham · Music
An eight-part professional vocal ensemble singing a programme from plainsong to Tavener, Elgar and Victoria, with sacred choral works from early polyphony to the present day. Suits fans of choral and sacred music.
Fridays, 7:30pm · Free
Live music at Lloyd's LoungeLloyd's Lounge · Music
Live soul, jazz, Motown and more, suited to fans of classic sounds who want an easygoing evening of live music, with the mix of styles making it a good pick for anyone who loves Motown.
7:30pm · £18
The Barefoot BanditExeter Phoenix · Music
A South West reggae and dub band whose set blends bass-heavy dub, brass-led hooks and world-music rhythms, touring the UK and abroad. Suits fans of dub, reggae and high-energy festival-style live music.
8pm · £28.50 (includes £1.00 booking fee)
The Chris Stapleton ExperienceExeter Corn Exchange · Music
A live show recreating the power and soulful sound of a major country star, with ballads, foot-stomping anthems and the hits. Suits country fans and anyone curious about the modern Nashville sound.
Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions
Paintings and prints by young people from the Deaf Academy and 100 Club Youth Centre, made in workshops with artists Vicky Barber-Crimes and Octavia Madden. For visitors interested in youth art and Deaf culture.
Tue 21 Jul – Sun 7 Feb · Open Tue 10.30am–5pm, Wed–Sun 10am–5pm
What do you collect? The Deaf Academy: Deaf technology through the agesRoyal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions
A talk and display on the history of Deaf technology, marking the 200th anniversary of The Deaf Academy, the oldest Deaf school in England. It suits anyone curious about Deaf history, education and the tools that have shaped Deaf life.
Wed 9 Sept – Wed 21 Jul · Wednesdays in term time, 12.15pm · £6 for one-off sessions; sliding scale of £3 – £9 if booking whole block
Musical moments around the world – Under 5sRoyal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Family
Hands-on music sessions for under-5s and the adults with them, playing instruments and learning songs from a different continent in each block. Led by a teacher with an ethnomusicology degree, for families with young children.
Mon 14 Sept – Mon 30 Nov · Mondays, 7pm
Terry’s & Jude’s Crazy QuizThe Old Firehouse · Community
A raucous quiz of outrageous questions, belly laughs and boozy prizes, with a bit of mischief throughout. Bring your mates and your brains for groups who like a little mayhem and a lot of banter.
Tue 15 Sept – Sun 11 Jul · Open Tue 10.30am–5pm, Wed–Sun 10am–5pm
Bayeux Around BritainRoyal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions
A display of local finds from the Norman period, alongside British Museum digital material, linking Exeter's coins and pottery to the story of 1066. For history fans curious how the conquest played out in the city.
Tue 15 Sept – Sun 11 Jul · Open Tue 10.30am–5pm, Wed–Sun 10am–5pm · Free
Bayeux Around Britain digital trailRoyal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions
A digital trail through the galleries with twelve stops, spotting objects linked to the Normans or to the Bayeux Tapestry. Designed by the museum's Museum Reps, it takes about an hour and suits history fans.
Wed 16 Sept – Wed 9 Dec · Fortnightly on Wednesdays, 7–8.30pm
Dance of UnityExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A guided, freestyle dance session inspired by Biodanza, with individual, pair and group exercises to chosen music and no steps to learn. For beginners and people of all abilities who want to move and connect.
Sun 27 Sept – Sun 6 Dec · First and last Sunday of the month, from 8pm
The Exe Gig Collective - Sunday SessionsThe Old Firehouse · Music
Live local music showcasing local talent, with a laid-back vibe to end the weekend. Suits anyone who likes discovering new bands close to home.
Thu 1 Oct – Fri 13 Nov
The Pikachu Art AdventureKillerton House · Family
A family trail celebrating the Pokémon Trading Card Game's 30th anniversary, with 30 Pikachu cards each drawn by a different illustrator and a chance to design your own card. Well-behaved dogs on short leads can join the outdoor trail.
Sat 3 Oct – Tue 16 Feb · Open Tue 10.30am–5pm, Wed–Sun 10am–5pm · Standard – £6 online (£8 at the desk) / Students, Under 25s, Art Fund and MA Members – £4 / Accompanying carers & Under 19s – Free
Living Labyrinths: Art and FungiRoyal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions
An art exhibition on the cultural world of fungi, seen through scientific enquiry, bringing together work by leading contemporary artists to suggest new ways of seeing. For fans of contemporary art and natural history.
Sun 4 Oct – Wed 31 Mar · Daily, except 25 and 26 Dec · Free for the public; charges apply to led organised groups.
Exeter Red Coat Guide ToursRoyal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Talks & Workshops
Volunteer-led walking tours through Exeter's Roman origins, medieval heritage, historic quayside and legends, lasting about 90 minutes. Suits visitors and locals of a wide range of ages and abilities who want to learn the city's story.
Fri 16 Oct – Sun 8 Nov
Go Ape Sundown Adventures at Haldon Forest ParkHaldon Forest Park · Sport & Wellness
A night-time version of Go Ape's high ropes course, where you climb through the forest on routes lit with glowing lights and illuminated trees. Suited to thrill-seekers who want the usual treetop challenge with an after-dark twist.
Wed 21 Oct – Sun 17 Jan · Open Tue 10.30am–5pm, Wed–Sun 10am–5pm · Free
Exeter’s Fine Art gallery: Highlights from the CollectionRoyal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions
Paintings, prints and drawings spanning over 450 years, including two of the museum's best-known paintings and a new display of vintage photographs by Exeter-based photographer Jem Southam. For lovers of painting and landscape photography.
Wed 21 Oct – Wed 17 Feb · Third Wednesday of the month, 8pm
Taking The MicExeter Phoenix · Other
A have-a-go night of poetry, comedy, philosophy, theatre and singer-songwriting, with five minutes for each performer, hosted by spoken word artist Tim King. For anyone who wants to try new material in a supportive room.
Fri 23 Oct – Tue 1 Dec · Tue 10 Nov 1–2pm, then Tue 24 Nov and Tue 1 Dec 12–1pm
Silent Writing ClubExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A quiet writing session for novelists, memoirists, short story writers, playwrights and poets, with time afterwards to talk about work in progress over a drink. Led by award-winning writer and teacher Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing.
Sat 24 Oct – Sat 5 Dec
Exeter Audio Tour: Everyday HistoriesRoyal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Talks & Workshops
An audio tour focusing on the people who built the city, from wool-workers and canal engineers to plasterers, masons, tunnel-diggers and wartime wardens. For anyone curious about the everyday history behind Exeter's landmarks.
Sat 24 Oct – Sun 3 Jan
Room on the Broom trail at Haldon Forest ParkHaldon Forest Park · Family
A family forest trail based on the picture book, in which children help Witch find her lost hat, bow and wand and collect spell ingredients while avoiding Dragon. It finishes with a photo with Witch on her new broom.
Tue 27 Oct – Tue 24 Nov · Tue 27 Oct and Tue 24 Nov, 7:30pm · £3–£5
Uncut PoetsExeter Phoenix · Other
A monthly open mic poetry night with guest poets reading from their published work, and open mic slots for listeners who want to perform two or three of their own. For poetry lovers and performers alike.
Mon 2 Nov – Mon 11 Jan · Mon 2 Nov and Mon 11 Jan, 10am · £170
Introduction to Digital PhotographyExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A five-week course for people with their own DSLR cameras, covering apertures, shutter speeds, ISO, composition and natural light in a small group. Suits beginners who want to move beyond automatic mode.
Wed 4 Nov – Wed 9 Dec · Wednesdays, 10am · £20–£22
Spanish For EverybodyExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A six-week course taught by a native speaker, covering the fundamental skills needed to communicate confidently in Spanish. Materials are provided, and complete beginners are welcome.
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