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Rotary art exhibition raises more at Buckfast Abbey
Ashburton & Buckfastleigh Rotary Club shares a round-up: its August art exhibition at Buckfast Abbey’s Great Hall raised more than last year for supported charities. The piece offers heartfelt thanks, a fond farewell to a long-serving member, and ways to get involved.
General NewsTake the MIC - brand new youth music class
Moor Imagination Centre invites young musicians to a weekly programme blending songwriting, live performance and music production, led by industry professionals. Build creative and technical skills through hands-on sessions, recording and mentoring in a friendly, collaborative setting, with inclusive sliding-scale term membership.
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Hansel & Gretel shadow play at Moor Imagination Centre
The Clockwork Moth presents Hansel & Gretel at Moor Imagination Centre on Sat 25 Oct, a 45-minute show of shadow puppetry, storytelling and music for ages 4+. Expect enchanting visuals and an optional meet the puppets afterwards.
Future Event in 38 daysSilhouette art at The Coffee House
The Clockwork Moth present an exhibition of hand-cut silhouette art and illustrations at The Coffee House from Tuesday 14 October. Drop by to enjoy intricate, atmospheric pieces and support local creativity.
Future Event in 26 daysScoriton and Buckfastleigh host Fontaine-Henry twinning weekend
Scoriton & Buckfastleigh Twinning Association shares highlights from a joyful visit by friends from Fontaine-Henry, featuring a ram roast, singalong, ceilidh, Maypole dancing and the Scoriton Flower Show. Discover the spirit of the twinning and how to get involved.
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Buckfastleigh Moor Social has gone 'Global'!
Moorland Community Caring’s Buckfastleigh Moor Social has moved to The Globe Inn. Enjoy a friendly lunchtime social on first and third Wednesdays with sandwiches, hot drinks, pudding and varied activities, with a suggested donation and volunteer lifts available.
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St Benedict’s Catholic Church, Buckfastleigh
St Benedict’s Catholic Church in Buckfastleigh is a worshipping community served by Fr Francis Straw from Buckfast Abbey, with Mass and a quiet activity area for children. It is preparing for next year’s sacraments of initiation and supports the Buckfastleigh Foodbank.
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What's on at Moor Imagination Centre
Moor Imagination Centre has a packed programme of weekly classes and clubs for all ages, from dance and martial arts to theatre, choir and mindfulness. Discover regular meet-ups too, including book club, repair and makers' gatherings, plus open mic.
Future Event in 14 daysThe Lounge Café at Moor Imagination Centre, Buckfastleigh
Moor Imagination Centre’s Lounge Café serves organic, plant-based meals with sliding-scale pricing, welcoming everyone to eat well and connect in Buckfastleigh. Expect a friendly, nourishing menu and relaxed vibe, open Fridays to Sundays, 10am to 5pm, with select evenings.
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Monthly makers market at Moor Imagination Centre
Moor Imagination Centre hosts its monthly Makers Market, bringing local pottery, prints, plants, textiles and jewellery, plus activities and Devon Wildlife Trust information. Next market is Sunday 5 October, 11am to 3pm, with Circle of Song Community Choir and the café open.
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Buckfast / Buckfastleigh Methodist Church
Buckfastleigh Methodists and Buckfast Methodist Chapel report that construction of the new access ramp at Buckfast Chapel has been delayed whilst awaiting locally sourced granite setts, with a likely mid to late October start. Weekly coffee mornings at the Valiant Soldier continue.
Future Event in 14 daysWhat’s on at The Wool Hub
Woolly Nanas invite you to The Wool Hub for a busy month of drop-ins, workshops and a half-term textile club for ages 8–14. Explore the shop, join the new monthly weaving and knitting session, or help knit baby blankets for families.
Future Event in 14 daysTalking about dying: monthly drop-in
Heart and Soul Funerals hosts a friendly monthly drop-in at the MIC Centre, Buckfastleigh, offering a facilitated space to talk about dying, grief and planning ahead over a cup of tea. Open to all and free, with donations for refreshments.
Future Event in 43 daysTalisman at Moor Imagination Centre
Moor Imagination Centre hosts the premiere of Talisman by Three Hands Theatre on Friday 17 October. Expect an atmospheric blend of storytelling, puppetry, light and music, weaving wondertales and wartime history as Baba Yaga’s wisdom guides a young woman’s journey.
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Free autumn nature crafts at Buckfast Abbey
Buckfast Abbey invites families to a free autumn nature craft workshop on Wednesday 29 October. Enjoy hands-on making in the School Room beside the Abbey Church, with two sessions available and activities suitable for children aged 3+ with accompanying adults.
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Needle-felted snowman bauble workshop at Buckfast Abbey
Buckfast Abbey hosts a friendly needle felting snowman workshop on 22 November 2025, perfect for crafting a unique bauble for your tree. Materials and tuition included, beginner-friendly and suitable for ages 12+, with two sessions at the Buckfast Abbey Education Centre.
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Community cosy cinema coming to Buckfastleigh Town Hall
Buckfastleigh Town Council is launching an affordable community Cosy Cinema at Buckfastleigh Town Hall. Enjoy themed screenings in a relaxed, café-style setting with a touch of Hollywood glamour, a bar, plus hire options and volunteering opportunities.
General NewsCandlelit Halloween tours at the Valiant Soldier
Valiant Soldier Museum Heritage & Visitor Centre hosts candlelit Halloween tours of the Valiant on Friday 31 October, with a guided wander and hot chocolate to finish. Family-friendly and good value, with two sessions, no booking required and limited places.
Future Event in 44 daysFinal day at the Valiant Soldier
Valiant Soldier Museum Heritage & Visitor Centre invites you to eerie Halloween candlelit tours with hot chocolate, and a final chance to catch the 1920s exhibition before winter closure. Local residents go free, with gifts and the 2026 calendar in the shop.
Future Event in 44 daysDean Prior Church 100 Club winners
Dean Prior Church 100 Club shares the September draw results, with prizes going to Nicholas Dodd, Peter Williams and Linda Naughton. Funds support church upkeep and more tickets are available if you’d like to help keep the church thriving.
General NewsBuckfastleigh Foodbank appeals for donations
Buckfastleigh Foodbank supports neighbours in need, with Trussell Trust funding, volunteers and generous local donations helping meet rising demand and costs. Find out how the service works and how you can contribute food or make a financial gift.
General NewsSewing classes and groups at Studio 11
Sewing Groups at Studio 11 with Claire Dunn are small, friendly sessions for young people and adults at Buckfastleigh Business Centre, above the Co-op, focusing on making, altering and upcycling with an eye on sustainability. The next five-week block starts 3 November.
Future Event in 46 daysBuckfastleigh WI news
Buckfastleigh Women's Institute invites you to its next meeting on 14 October, when Debbi from Rowcroft Hospice will share updates on their valued work. Expect a friendly evening at St Luke’s with community catch ups and news of forthcoming activities.
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The misadventures of Thor
Moor Imagination Centre hosts a playful family show on 28 October as Rattlebox and Angel Heart Theatre bring Thor’s comic misadventures to life with puppetry and storytelling. Expect larger-than-life characters and a Norse romp suitable for ages 4+.
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Buckfastleigh Mothers’ Union
Buckfastleigh Mothers' Union will host a talk by Russ Ashford at St Luke’s Church on the green credentials of organic farming, to include a cheese tasting . The group has begun planning its Christmas celebrations following a recent Wave of Prayer meeting.
Future Event in 15 daysDart Valley Cycle Trail information evening
Dart Valley Cycle Trail invites residents to hear and discuss plans for a new Access for All trail linking Buckfastleigh, Staverton, Riverford and Dartington at the Moor Imagination Centre. Come along to learn more, share ideas and help shape the project.
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Take part in spare time study, Buckfastleigh
University of Manchester researchers are inviting Buckfastleigh and Moretonhampstead residents to join a study on how our spare time activities have changed since the pandemic. Share your experiences in a 90-minute interview and receive a thank-you voucher.
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Purl and a Pint at the Kings Arms, Buckfastleigh
Purl and a Pint invites you to relaxed knit and crochet evenings at the Kings Arms, Buckfastleigh, on second and fourth Wednesdays, 7.30 to 9.30pm. Bring a project or learn new skills over a pint and friendly chat this autumn.
Happening Soon 24 Sep 2025Buckfastleigh WI coffee morning for Rowcroft Hospice
Buckfastleigh Women's Institute hosts a friendly coffee morning at The Valiant Soldier on Saturday 13 September, raising funds for Rowcroft Hospice. Pop in for tea, coffee, cake and a raffle, with treats kindly donated by Waldron's Patisserie and Tikka's Tearooms.
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Narnia half-term fun at Buckfastleigh Library
Buckfastleigh Library marks 75 years of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe this half term with displays, a treasure hunt and crafts. A special session runs on Thursday 30 October, with drop-in making available throughout the holiday.
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St Luke’s Church
St Luke’s Church will mark Harvest Thanksgiving with Holy Communion and a harvest lunch, alongside a programme of Sunday services throughout October. The Foodbank and café offer support, with CAB advice available.
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Monthly board game club at Buckfastleigh Library
Buckfastleigh Library hosts its monthly board games morning on Saturday 4 October, 10.30am to 12 midday at the Town Hall. Free, with games for age 7 and over from strategy to co-operative, plus refreshments for a donation.
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Borrow useful things from the Share Shed in Buckfastleigh
Share Shed - A Library of Things helps Buckfastleigh residents borrow over 350 useful items, saving money and cutting waste. Find out how affordable membership works and where to find the Saturday van at the Globe Inn car park.
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Buckfastleigh Memory Cafe's last steam train trip
Buckfastleigh Memory Cafe invites people living with dementia, with a companion, to enjoy the final steam train Memory Cafe of the year to Totnes and back at South Devon Railway. From November, gatherings run in a cosy stationary carriage with on-board activities.
General NewsMappping the Graves at Holy Trinity
Buckfastleigh History Society welcomes the Holy Trinity Graveyard Group to share how they are mapping the Holy Trinity churchyard and creating a searchable record of memorials. Hear how this aids family historians and supports the national survey, with chances to volunteer.
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Help deliver the Community News Sheet in Glebelands
Buckfastleigh Community News is looking for one or two friendly volunteers to deliver the Community News Sheet across Glebelands, a round of roughly 83 houses that takes about an hour. We are also building a reserve list to cover occasional rounds.
General NewsSaturday weaving drop-in at the Wool Hub
Woolly Nanas run a weaving session at the Wool Hub on the second Saturday, with yarns, looms to borrow and guidance from an expert. Try a make in a day or start a bigger project, with all ages and abilities welcome.
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Woolly Nanas after-school crochet class
Woolly Nanas invite children aged 8+ to a friendly Wednesday after-school crochet and yarn craft class at The Wool Hub, 3.30–5pm. It runs as a weekly autumn series, £15 per session with some subsidised places.
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Stephanie Austin author talk at Buckfastleigh Library
Buckfastleigh Library hosts Dartmoor author Stephanie Austin on Thursday 9 October for a friendly talk about her latest cosy crime, partly set in the town. Expect a Q&A and book signing, with tickets £4 including a glass of wine.
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Mama Space: gentle dance for new mums and babies
Moor Imagination Centre hosts a weekly conscious dance class for mothers and their pre-crawling babies, offering gentle movement with no choreography or experience needed. Expect nourishing music, time to rest and connect, and a welcoming postnatal community on Monday mornings.
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Feldenkrais workshop for healthier feet in Buckfastleigh
LifeWorks Somatics invites adults to a gentle Feldenkrais workshop exploring mindful movement for foot comfort and mobility at MIC Buckfastleigh on 11 September. Ideal if you have chronic foot issues or are curious about barefoot shoes, with guided floor-based explorations.
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Help swifts and count Greater Horseshoe bats
Buckfastleigh Action for Nature Group, with the Devon Swift Project, are installing handcrafted swift nest boxes around Buckfastleigh in September, alongside a community greater horseshoe bat count. Find out how to lend a hand and help local wildlife thrive.
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Buckfast Short Mat Bowls Club welcomes new players
Buckfast Short Mat Bowls Club welcomes newcomers for easy-going indoor bowls at Southpark Community Hall, Buckfast, with guidance, club woods and a sociable tea break. Enjoy regular Monday and Friday evening sessions, with your first month free and low-cost thereafter.
☆ Semi-Featured Happening Soon 19 Sep 2025New accessible entrance for Buckfast Methodist Chapel
Buckfastleigh Methodists & Buckfast Methodist Chapel are installing an Access for All entrance, with works starting mid-September for three to four weeks. Services move elsewhere during the works, Wednesday coffee mornings at the Valiant Soldier continue, and a dedication service will follow.
☆ Semi-Featured Happening Soon 21 Sep 2025Let's tidy up Buckfastleigh together
An open call from a long-time Buckfastleigh resident to tackle overgrown pavements and untidy streets together, by forming a local volunteer tidy-up group. Read on to share your views, register interest and help shape a possible meeting.
General NewsSponsor Val Hoare for Devon Historic Churches Trust ride
Dean Prior Church invites you to support Val Hoare as she takes on the Devon Historic Churches Trust Bike Ride in September, linking nearby villages. Discover how your sponsorship can help maintain churches across our area.
☆ Semi-Featured General NewsCoffee morning at Dean Prior Village Hall
Dean Prior Church invites you to a friendly coffee morning at Dean Prior Village Hall on Saturday 27 September from 10am. Expect homemade cakes, good coffee and a lively raffle, with plenty of time to catch up with neighbours.
☆ Semi-Featured Future Event in 10 daysDean Prior Church 100 Club winners
Dean Prior Church shares the July and August 100 Club draw results. See who’s won recently and keep an eye on future draws, with thanks to everyone supporting this community club.
General NewsPatchwork quilting session at St Luke’s
Patchwork Quilt Challenge invites all skill levels to a friendly sewing day at St Luke’s on Saturday 20 September, 10am to 3pm. Expect simple projects, refreshments provided, and a relaxed way to try something new.
Happening Soon 20 Sep 2025Valiant Soldier Museum events and updates
Valiant Soldier Museum Heritage & Visitor Centre has a friendly late summer programme, from a 1960s evening and Devon Open Studios to the ongoing Roaring 20s exhibition and a refreshed gift range. Pop in to explore, with free entry for Buckfastleigh residents.
☆ Semi-Featured Future Event in 43 days1960s night at the Valiant Soldier
Valiant Soldier Museum Heritage & Visitor Centre hosts a 1960s-themed evening on Saturday 30 August, with a licensed bar from 6 to 11pm. Expect retro tunes, cocktails and fancy dress fun, marking the site’s 1965 pub closure with prizes and a friendly raffle.
Past EventTemple of Shibboleth Trio in concert
Moor Imagination Centre hosts Temple of Shibboleth Trio on Fri 26 September, a surreal, genre-blending jazz ritual for all ages. Expect playful nu jazz, mythic prog and psych-folk with circus sparkle, inviting dancing and reflection.
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What's on at the Wool Hub
Woolly Nanas welcome you to The Wool Hub this September with woolcraft workshops, friendly drop-ins, children’s sessions and a cosy shop. Join community makes like baby blankets and pick up sock-knitting tips, with all ages and abilities warmly welcomed.
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Register Now – Free Local Trader Listings Going Live Soon
Buckfastleigh Community News is launching a free online directory for businesses in Buckfastleigh, Scoriton and Holne this autumn, and traders can register now. Equal space for all, add a photo or logo, and help residents find local services first.
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Steam train outing and new reminiscence box
Buckfastleigh Memory Cafe is hosting a steam train outing on the South Devon Railway for people living with memory problems or dementia on 16 September. They’ve also created A Shed Load of Memories reminiscence box, available to borrow via Share Shed.
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Devon Open Studios at Valiant Soldier Museum
Art @ The Valiant Soldier hosts a September showcase for Devon Open Studios, bringing together five local artists in the museum’s exhibition space. Discover jewellery, ceramics, wood sculpture, botanical imagery and local scenes, with beginner woodcarving workshops available.
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Buckfastleigh Town Council: summer update, public toilets at risk
Buckfastleigh Town Council shares a summer round-up, including Water Day with Dartmoor National Park on water and flood awareness, and updates on the threatened 2027 closure of the town’s only public toilets. Find out more and join meetings at the Town Hall.
★ Featured Future Event in 28 daysTalking about death and dying in Buckfastleigh
A facilitated drop-in meets on the last Thursday each month at the MIC Centre, Buckfastleigh to discuss end of life, grief and practicalities. Run by Heart and Soul Funerals, it is open to all and free, with donations for refreshments.
Future Event in 8 daysJoin Us for a Fun Quiz Night at Buckfastleigh Bowls Club
Join Buckfastleigh Bowls Club on Thursday, 4th September for a fun quiz night open to everyone, featuring a cash prize for winners and a raffle, all in a welcoming venue with disabled access and free parking.
Past EventBuckfastleigh Mothers' Union
Buckfastleigh Mothers' Union meets on Thursday 4 September for a talk by member Kate Gouldon titled Reflection of a Gardener’s Retreat at St Luke’s. The group notes its yearly July trip, which this year was to Totnes and Dartmouth.
Past EventSt Luke's Church
St Luke's Church is seeking growth in attendance, particularly among younger adults. They welcome all to their services and offer support through their Foodbank on Friday mornings.
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Nothing Concrete live at Moor Imagination Centre
Moor Imagination Centre in Buckfastleigh hosts Nothing Concrete on Thursday 28 August, a full-band evening of groove, grit and joyful chaos. Seven musicians deliver big arrangements with brass, strings, percussion and harmonies in a genre-bending ride from swing to Afrobeat.
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Book launch: Molok by Tom Hirons
Moor Imagination Centre hosts the launch of Tom Hirons' new poetry collection, MOLOK, on Friday 15 August in Buckfastleigh. Expect readings and conversation, in person and livestreamed, with all ticket proceeds supporting The Sameer Project's aid work in Gaza.
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All-ability yoga at St Luke’s, Buckfastleigh
Wellswood Yoga invites you to a friendly, all-ability class at St Luke’s Church, Buckfastleigh on Wednesday evenings, with drop-ins welcome and no booking needed. Learn how yoga can boost strength, balance and relaxation, plus details on one-to-one and workplace sessions.
Happening Soon 24 Sep 2025St Benedict's Catholic Church, Buckfastleigh
St Benedict’s Catholic Church in Buckfastleigh is a Catholic worshipping community with regular Saturday Mass and a quiet activity area for children. It is supporting the Buckfastleigh Foodbank and preparing for sacraments and a Harvest Mass during the Season of Creation.
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Borrow useful things in Buckfastleigh from the Share Shed
Share Shed - A Library of Things runs a weekly mobile service in Buckfastleigh, lending everything from DIY tools to camping gear so you save money and reduce waste. Learn how to join, browse items and check free membership for low-income households.
Happening Soon 20 Sep 2025
A brief history of Slapton
Buckfastleigh History Society invites you to an evening talk at the Valiant Soldier Museum and Heritage Centre on 18 September, as Neil Martin explores the history and sights of Slapton. Discover the stories of this ancient Devon village in friendly company.
Happening Soon 18 Sep 2025Community long table meal and kitchen opening
Moor Imagination Centre invites you to a long-table community meal celebrating Lammas and the opening of its new Community Kitchen, with curries, salads and dessert from local chef Charlotte Etridge. Pay-what-you-can, with vegan and gluten-free options and limited places.
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Children's theatre: Yara in the Wood
Moor Imagination Centre invites families to a charming woodland adventure with Yara, blending captivating puppetry, non-verbal storytelling and original music. A heart-warming tale of friendship and growing up, perfect for little explorers and their grown-ups.
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Purl and a Pint at the Kings Arms, Buckfastleigh
Purl and a Pint invites knitters and crafters to relaxed, twice-monthly meet-ups at the Kings Arms, Buckfastleigh. Bring your own project, share tips and have a natter over a drink on the second and fourth Wednesday evenings.
Happening Soon 24 Sep 2025All-ability yoga at St Luke's, Buckfastleigh
Wellswood Yoga invites you to a friendly all-ability drop-in class at St Luke’s Church, Buckfastleigh, every Wednesday evening. Enjoy gentle guidance from a qualified teacher, with no need to book and free nearby parking, plus options for private and one-to-one sessions.
Happening Soon 24 Sep 2025Buckfastleigh Town Council news
Buckfastleigh Town Council shares summer updates, with the Town Mayor re-elected, councillor vacancies to fill and the next grants deadline approaching. See meeting dates and details of Buckfastleigh Water Day with Dartmoor National Park at Orchard Millennium Green.
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