The Cottage Company

May 2009 Events

The Cottage Company Devon is pleased to announce that we have now opened our cottage rentals office and shop. The shop is a stones throw from the beautiful beach at Budleigh Salterton. We will be open; Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10am until 4pm and are looking forward to meeting more of our guests at the shop during their stay.

Exeter Farmers Market - A wide variety of fresh local West Country 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.

Exeter Racecourse - Racedays - Evening racing on the 5th of May & the season grand finale on the 13th of May. Exeter Racecourse is the South West's most prestigious racecourse, sitting high on the top of Haldon Hill, just outside Exeter with wonderful views down towards Dartmoor. It's the highest in UK at 850 feet above sea level, the second longest at 2 miles and has been described as one of the "loveliest" and fairest race tracks in the country. Address: Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7XS. Call 01392 832599

Ottery St Mary Farmers Market - 1st of May. Fresh local produce including all varieties of meats, cheeses, cakes and preserves.Open 9am to 1pm. For more information contact the Ottery St Mary Tourist Information Centre on: 01404 813964

Crediton Farmers Market - 2nd of May, 10am - 1pm. Quality local produce. Best South West Farmers Market 2005. With over 35 stalls this is the largest farmers market in Devon and has been voted the Best Farmers Market in Devon for two years running in the Devon Life Food & Drink Awards. Address: Belle Parade, Crediton, Devon. Tel:01884 252647.

Mamma Mia Italian Market - Friday the 8th 09:00 - 17:00, Saturday the 9th 09:00 - 17:00 and Sunday the 10th of May 10:00 - 16:00. The market has striking red, white and green stalls this fun and vibrant market is guaranteed to inspire! A selection of food products will be on offer including parma ham, salami, parmesan, mozzarella, olives and olive oils, Italian sweets and ice cream, nuts, dried fruits, breads, cakes and more! Fore Street, South Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1JJ, call 01392 665480

May Day Bank Holiday Lost Toys Treasure Hunt at Crealy Great Adventure Park - 4th of May. A free toy for every child to choose from the  thousands of brilliant toys, when taking part in the most famous of Crealy's Treasure Hunts!. Address: Sidmouth Road, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1DR. Call 01395 233200

Guided Bird Watching Cruises - Stuart Line Cruises - There are a number of cruises from Exmouth Marina. A full timetable of May's cruises is available on there website. 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. 

Rockpool Ramble. Rockpool Ramble. 12 noon - 4:00 pm 9th of May 2009. Guided tour of some of the best rockpools in Devon. No need to book just come along. For more information contact the Centre. Organised by the Devon Wildlife Trust Marine Awareness Officer for Wembury Voluntary Marine Conservation Area. Meet at Wembury Marine Centre. Call 01752 862538 

Exmouth Farmers Market - 13th of May, 9am to 1pm. The market is held on The Strand Gardens, Exmouth. The Strand Gardens, Exmouth, Devon, Tel: 01395 22229

'Jobs for the Girls' Costume Exhibition at Killerton House - 01/05/2009 - 29/08/2009 - An exciting new exhibition for 2009 celebrating fashions worn by women from all walks of society, from Queen Victoria to servant girls. With replica costumes to try on! Monday 11:00 - 17:00, Tuesday - Closed, Wednesday 11:00 - 17:00, Thursday 11:00 - 17:00, Friday 11:00 - 17:00, Saturday 11:00 - 17:00, Sunday 11:00 - 17:00, Bank Holiday 11:00 - 17:00. Killerton House, killerton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 3LE. Call 01392 881345

Superhero Day  at The Big Sheep - Saturday 16th May. Wear your favourite superhero fancy dress costume and receive free entry when accompanied by 1 full paying adult. Characters to meet on the day include: Batman, Superman, Spiderman, Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Supergirl and Buzz Lightyear. Click here to find out more... 

50th Anniversary Picnic at Powderham Castle - Sunday the 17th of May 2009. Bring a picnic and join in the celebrations in the beautiful setting of the Woodland Garden as we celebrate 50 years of welcoming visitors to Powderham Castle. The relaxed setting of the Woodland Garden is the perfect place to enjoy a family picnic. Usual attractions open as normal and extra entertainment for this special occasion. Included in admission. Address: Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8JQ. Call 01626 890243 

Honiton Farmers Market - 21st of May. A wide variety of local produce will be on offer,including: homemade cakes and pies, rare breed pork, ostrich produce, fresh meat, venison, fresh vegetables, cheese, jam and flowers.  

Seaton Farmers Market - 22nd of May. Tea, coffee,homemade cakes and pies, rare breed pork, venison, fresh vegetables,cheese, jam and flowers; all the ingredients necessary for a lovely meal of local Devon produce. Town Hall, Seaton, Devon, Tel: 01404 831310.

Topsham Slow Food Market - 17th of May at Matthew's Hall Topsham. Map. This is a local market of fresh local produce. 

Devon County Show - 21st of May until the 23rd, open 9am til 5pm each day. The Devon County Show is the largest event in the county calendar and is the perfect place to enjoy a virtual tour of rural life. The attractions Include: Grand Livestock Parade, Classic Show Jumping, Livestock Showing Classes, Shetlands and Shires, Scurry Driving, Axe Racing, Best Of British Food and Drink, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Cookery With Top Chefs, Dog Show, Donkeys, Farmhouse Cider, Farm Vehicles and Machinery, Flower and Garden Show, Sheep Shearing, Vintage Tractors and lots more for all the family! Westpoint Arena, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1DJ. Call 01392 353753

The Tour Series 2009 - City Centre Grand Prix Cycle Race. On the evening of Thursday 28th May 2009, 19:00 - 20:30, the centre of Exeter will be hosting one of the most exciting events the City has seen in recent years. The Tour Series is a programme of 10 televised City Centre cycle races with 50 professional racers competing for victory as they make laps of a tight 1.5km circuit. The event will give residents and visitors the chance to witness first hand the thrills and spills of professional cycling and also see our London 2012 Olympic hopefuls in action.

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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