What’s on
4th – 11th June
English Riviera Dance Festival
For all lovers of dance, whether you just can’t keep off the dance floor, or you simply enjoy watching the spectacle, the annual English Riviera Dance Festival is a must.
The clear advantage of the English Riviera Dance Festival is that it is available to everyone. The June extravaganza, organised and hosted by dance impresario Philip Wylie, has wide-ranging appeal.
Based at the Victoria Hotel in Torquay, the extensive dance programme is given some extra sparkle and glamour with two gala evenings at Torquay Town Hall, plus the added excitement of the Sunday afternoon competition session. A full programme of events is available online, or you can call TLH Leisure Resort on 01803 400500.
Don’t be a wallflower and do come and join Holiday and Dance at the Victoria Hotel, Torquay between 4 – 11 June 2010.
Belgrave Hotel, Torquay, Devon
TQ2 5HT
Tel: 01803 400500
www.englishriviera.co.uk
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5th June
Firework Cruise
Firework Cruise from Torquay to Brixham aboard the Heritage Ship Fairmile for the Brixham Heritage Week. Enjoy a beautiful evening cruise before seeing the fireworks set off. Departs from Princess Pier.
Tel. 01803 882811
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6th June
11.00 – 17.00
Open Gardens Day
A chance to wonder around and take in some of the most beautiful gardens located in Galmpton Village. Teas will be served in the village hall during the afternoon and there will be musical entertainment outside the village hall. Make sure you don't miss this wonderful event.
Various Gardens in Galmpton
Galmpton, Brixham, Devon, TQ50LP
Tel: 01803 845251
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10th June
Babbacombe Festival
A week-long festival takes place on Babbacombe Downs with stunning views across the Bay and the East Devon coastline. Events include live music, crafts, walks, bowls, the Babbacombe Corinthian Sailing Regatta, a charity ball, fish and chip day and the Babbacombe Fayre itself.
Babbacombe Downs
Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LF
Tel: 01803 211211
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11th June
Torbay Pride Evening Party Cruise
Torbay Pride Evening "Stick a rock" Fundraising Party Cruise - "Come stripy" - DJs - Fun and frolics for the second Torbay Pride Festival. Departing from Princess Pier Torquay aboard the Fairmile.
Tel. 01803 882811
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12th – 19th June
Independent Book Sellers Week
The third 'Independent Booksellers' Week' takes place between 12th -19 th June.
12th June: Michael Morgan, the renowned Devon artist, now 83, has a couple of books and a range of greeting cards and a new address book just about to be published.
12th June: Judith Miller, creator of 'Miller's Antique Price Guide' and expert on 'The Antiques Road Show' will be joining Mark Hill, presenter of the new BBC2 programme 'Cracking Antiques'.
14th June The son of John Slater of Z Cars fame, Roger Slater, will be discussing his father's life with Bob Curtis.
15th June Plymouth based author and publisher Sasha Fenton has gathered together four authors to present 'Sasha Fenton's Modern Mystics'
16th June Comedian, Justin Lee Collins will be signing his autobiography 'Good Times' now in paperback.
19th June Julian Stockwin will be signing his new book 'Victory'.
Torbay Bookshop
7 Torquay Road, Paignton
Devon,TQ33DU
Tel: 01803 522011
www.englishriviera.co.uk
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15th June 19.00
Sasha Fenton's Mystic Evening
Sasha Fenton's Mystic Evening at Oldway Mansions Paignton.
Talks by Nina Ashby, Kim Farnell, Marlene Houghton and Jonathan Dee.
followed by signings and refreshments, then the Psychic Forum led by Sasha Fenton.
Have a Magic, Mystic Evening.
Tickets available on the door £6.00 per person or available at The Torbay bookshop, Torquay Road Paignton TQ3 3DU, 01803 522011 or Zambezi Publishing Ltd, Po Box 221, Plymouth PL2 2YJ, 01752 367300.
Doors open 6.30pm
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16th June
BMAD Bike Nights
Hundreds of motorcycles of all shapes and sizes will be taking over Paignton Green along with live entertainment, this social event is fun for all the family. Organised by Bikers Make A Difference (BMAD) this wonderful festival helps raise money for various local charities, including Devon Air Ambulance.
BMAD Bike Nights 16 Jun 2010
BMAD Bike Nights 23 Jun 2010
BMAD Bike Nights 30 Jun 2010
Paignton seafront
Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AG
Tel: 01803 211 211
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19th June 19.00
Maritime Prom
South Devon Choir and the North Devon Choral Society present a Maritime Proms
Music featured includes Vaughan Williams and Henry Wood with a traditional Last Night of the Proms.
In suport of the RNLI
Tickets on sale at all 3 English Riviera Tourist Information Centre or call 01803 211211.
Prices £10 ,
Torquay Town Hall
Castle Circus, Torquay, Devon
TQ1 3DR
Tel: 01803 605135
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19th June 19.30
Championship Boxing
Introducing Championship Boxing to the English Riviera ,Mayo Boxing Promotions present Dean Mills Vs Mark MuCullouch in a British Lightweight Title Fight.
19th June 2010, Start Time 7.30pm
Ticket prices from £35 - £60
Tickets on sale at all English Riviera Tourist Information Centres or by calling 01803 211211
Riviera International Centre
Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5LZ
www.englishriviera.co.uk
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19th June
Brixham Pirate Days
Ahoy there me hearties!!
The Brixham Buccaneers invite you to experience their swashbuckling pirate antics. With the magnificent Golden Hind as a backdrop, our colourful crew provide music and entertainment for the whole family. Face painting, stocks, puppets, crafts, storytelling and balloon modelling are just a few of the exciting activities
Brixham Harbour
New Quay Lane
Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8AJ
Tel: 01803 850382
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21st June – 11th September
Gladiator - Way of the Warrior
Stunning arms & armour and costumes from the biggest blockbuster movies, including Gladiator, The Last Samurai, Saving Private Ryan, and Kingdom of Heaven, to name but a few.
See the iconic armour worn by Russell Crowe (General Maximus) and Joaquin Phoenix (Emperor Commodus) in Gladiator.
A hands-on exhibition for all the family, with replica arms and armour that can be handled and worn. A Kids’ Corner with activities designed for children. A walking warrior dressed in replica arms and armour will be in the Museum on most days
Gladiator - Way of the Warrior
Torquay Museum
Babbacombe Road
Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1HG
Tel: 01803 293 975
www.englishriviera.co.uk
www.torquaymuseum.org
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30th June
Safari BBQ Night
Experience Paignton Zoo ‘after hours’ at one of our new BBQ Nights. Featuring animal enrichment at selected enclosures, Jungle Express train rides around Gibbon Island and more. All enjoyed with sumptuous locally sourced BBQ food and musical entertainment in our Island Restaurant and garden.
Tickets: £15 Adult , £12 Children
10% discount for Annual Members
Family Saver £45 (2 adults & 2 children) (not valid with any other discount)
Time: 5.00pm - 9.00pm
Booking is essential
For tickets please telephone 01803 697500
or email info@paigntonzoo.org.uk
LAL Excursions
16/06 Coleton Fishacre House & Gardens
16/06 Jazz Night
17/06 Exeter
18/06 Dartmoor Highlights
19/06 South East Cornwall
22/06 Totnes Walk/Shops
23/06 Dartington Hall
23/06 Country Pub Tour
24/06 Plymouth Barbican/Hoe
25/06 Castles of South Devon
26/06 Cardiff City Tour
29/06 Kents Cavern Tour
29/06 Jazz Night
30/06 Brixham & Berry Head
30/06 Country Pub Tour
31/06 Exeter Walk/Shops
31/06 Kents Cavern Ghost Night
01/07 Dartmoor Highlights
02/07 South West Cornwall
Full descriptions of all excursions are printed in the LAL Torbay Guide and at
This programme may change. Please see this week’s excursion planner, available from the Excursions counter and at www.laltorbay.co.uk/guide
