NB: Only public events are listed here, not private parties and such. See the Calendar for everything that's on.
This page just lists the one-off / occasional events. For details of regular weekly events such as the Friday Flea Market, or club events such as weekly badminton, see the Users section of this website.
Performance at 7.30pm Tickets available from Uptown, Adults £10. Children (u16) £5. Cash only.
Performance at 7.30pm Tickets available from Uptown, Adults £10. Children (u16) £5. Cash only.
Afternoon performance at 2pm Evening performance at 7.30pm Tickets available from Uptown, Adults £10. Children (u16) £5. Cash only.
Join the trustees for a free afternoon tea, 2-5pm. Tour the hall and facilities, discover its history, funding and future plans, find out about hiring the hall, ask questions and make suggestions and promote your group/events if you are a regular hirer
Teak garden furniture on sale on 25th April from 10am until 4pm. We have a large selection of teak garden benches in various designs, teak carver chairs, folding chairs, extending teak tables, folding tables, solid leg tables, loungers, parasols, cushions, coffee tables to suit any size garden - big or small. Please come along and take a look for yourself.
Anything and everything for the garden
Inaugural Talk and Presentation by Josephine Collingwood on her new book: the Dartmoor Perambulation - A Guide to Walking the Medieval Boundary of the Royal Forest. With An Introduction to the first medieval map of Dartmoor. • Join Josephine to slip back in time to 1240 when 12 knights rode around the heart of Dartmoor to delineate the Royal Forest. • Follow Dartmoor’s oldest long-distance walk with a 3D bird’s-eye view through each section. • Discover the first medieval map of Dartmoor showing the original Perambulation waypoints and the Latin transcript of the Perambulation Return • See the first full-colour reproduction of the map, now available as a poster. • All of Josephine’s books and maps will be on display and available to purchase with 10% discount. • And yes, there will be rock samples to see too!
2.30-5.30pm
[can we liaise about this nearer time?]
Join us for an evening of jazz at the Whiddon Autumn Festival, curated by star pianist and WAF favourite Harry Baker. Also features an a cappella set from the ever-popular lower voices of Corvus Consort, dubbed the "WAFter Eights".
Variety of films as detailed in the film festival programme, which can be accessed via festival website, the Globe Inn and Sally's Newsagents
See festival programme
A complete 100 mile circumnavigation of the Moor - The FULL CIRCLE 100 is accompanied by the GRANITE 50 a south to north 50 miler. Both races finish at OCRA, Okehampton
Global Feast to raise funds for this summer’s holiday for asylum seekers
Christmas fair selling anything and everything for Christmas.
Wonderworks is a premier contemporary craft event showcasing the best contemporary craft handmade in the south-west. A chance to meet and chat with the makers, find beautiful gifts for Christmas, enjoy wonderful food from our on-site cafe and a glass of tasty mulled wine from the bar. We always support a local charity too with a fabulous fundraising raffle of wonderful prizes donated by each exhibitor.
An evening of fun at our annual christmas bingo
The stalls for the Street Market will be held in Chagford Square. In the event of heavy rain or wind the Street Market will be held in the Jubilee Hall.
Now in its 22nd year, Wonderworks Contemporary Craft Fair has earned an excellent reputation as one of the South West’s most sought-after events for exhibitors and visitors alike. This much-loved Chagford show brings together an exceptional selection of contemporary makers, each presenting beautifully crafted work ranging from ceramics, jewellery, textiles, printmaking, woodwork, glass, and high-quality design-led gifts. Held annually in the spacious and welcoming Jubilee Hall, Wonderworks is known for its warm festive atmosphere, high standard of craftsmanship, and carefully curated group of talented makers. It’s an ideal opportunity for visitors to discover unique, handmade pieces, meet the artists behind the work, and enjoy a truly inspiring creative experience. Alongside the craft fair, guests can enjoy delicious café food prepared by local providers—perfect for taking a break while browsing or catching up with friends. The event proudly supports the homelessness charity St Petrock’s (https://stpetrocks.org.uk), with prizes generously donated by exhibiting makers to raise vital funds. Whether you're seeking a special gift, looking to support independent makers, or simply wish to enjoy a vibrant community event, Wonderworks offers a welcoming and uplifting day out in the heart of Dartmoor.