February 2009 Events
Christiane Baumgartner Exhibition - 1st of Feb to the 21st of Feb. A solo exhibition comprising of a new body of work by German artist Christiane Baumgartner. She is well known for her monochrome woodcuts taken from her own film and video stills of the everyday world in motion all of which are used to convey her themes in an entirely original way. Spacex Gallery: Preston Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1DF, Telephone: 01392 43178. For an aerial map click here.
Exeter Farmers Market - A wide variety of fresh local Westcountry foods are available to try and buy at the Exeter's Farmers Market. The market runs every Thursday throughout the year on the junction of South Street and Fore Street. 9am - 2pm.
Devon Nature Walk - Wednesday 04th of Feb 10:00 - 15:00 & Friday 6th of Feb 14:00 - 17:00. Walk with Nigel Pinhorn. Meet at Holman Way car park in Topsham (pay & display 80p). Grid ref: SX968882. Please wear suitable clothing and stout footwear and bring your own refreshments if required. Dogs welcome on lead. Please note you can just turn up on the day but prior booking is preferred.
Powderham CastleAntiques & Fine Art Fair - Friday 6th to Sunday the 8th of Feb.Leading antique dealers and art galleries from across the South Westwill be exhibiting at the Powderham Castle. This is Widely described asthe most prestigious event of its kind in the region, the fair offers arare opportunity to view and buy a wide range of art and antiques withprices to suit every pocket.
Ottery St Mary Farmers Market - Friday the 6th. Fresh localproduce including all varieties of meats, cheeses, cakes and preserves.Open 9am to 1pm. For more information contact the Ottery St MaryTourist Information Centre on: 01404 813964
Crediton Farmers Market - 7th of February, 10am - 1pm. Qualitylocal produce. Best South West Farmers Market 2005. With over 35 stallsthis is the largest farmers market in Devon, and has been voted theBest Farmers Market in Devon for two years running in the Devon LifeFood & Drink Awards. Address: Belle Parade, Crediton, Devon, Tel:01884 252647.
Budleigh Salterton to Otterton Nature - Wednesday 11/02/2009 13:30 - 16:30. Walk arranged by Nigel Pinhorn.Meet at White Bridge, near Budleigh Salterton. Grid ref: SY077831. Upthe Otter to Otterton and back. Please wear suitable clothing and stout footwear and bring your ownrefreshments. Dogs welcome on a lead. Pleasenote you can just turn up on the day but prior booking is preferred.
Guided Bird Watching Cruises -Stuart Line Cruises - Tuesday 24th of February @ 12.30pm from Exmouth Marina. A guided cruise on the River Exe departing at low tide for maximum viewing potential of the thousands of Wintering Birds. A full commentary will be given on the different species including Egrets, Herons and Avocets and also their habitats, breeding and feeding. The vessel has an open top deck and an enclosed and heated lower deck. Toilets and disabled access is available as well as a refreshments bar selling hot and cold drinks including homemade soup and snacks. Advanced Booking is strongly recommended for these popular cruises.
Exmouth Farmers Market - Wed 11th of February, 9am to 1pm. The market is held on The Strand Gardens, Exmouth. The Strand Gardens, Exmouth, Devon, Tel: 0139522229.
Seaton Farmers Market - Fri 20th of February. Tea, coffee,homemade cakes and pies, rare breed pork, venison, fresh vegetables,cheese, jam and flowers; all the ingredients necessary for a lovelymeal of local Devon produce. Town Hall, Seaton, Devon, Tel: 01404 831310.
Topsham Slow Food Market - 15th of February at Matthew's Hall Topsham. Map. This is a local market of fresh local produce.
Dirty weekend. 10:30 am - 3:30 pm 22nd February 2009 Devon Wildlife Trust. Get a wild work out and learn about reed cutting as we look after this important wetland habitat. Tools and tuition provided. Please wear suitable clothes and bring a packed lunch if staying the day. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Venue: Old Sludge Beds DWT nature reserve, Exeter. Meet at sewage works access track entrance, by the swing bridge off A379 Bridge Road, Exeter. Contact: Devon Wildlife Trust, Tel: 01392 279244.
The wild side of Woodah - 10:30 am - 3:00 pm 14th March 2009 - Devon Wildlife Trust. Woodah farm, near Chudleigh. Contact: Sue Sykes or Helen March on Tel: 01392 279244. Fun for the whole family exploring Woodah’s Wildside. We will be doing a combination of bush craft activities, tracking and plaster cast prints, making a campfire and having a wild time! Full details will be sent on booking.If you have an upcoming event and would like to let our guests know about it please send details to: info@thecottagecompanydevon.co.uk
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