February/March 2012 by Whats On Southwest Magazine

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contents 4-6 Australian Pink Floyd

7 McFly 8-9 RICC Events 13 Ashburton Blues Festival 14-15 The South 17 Mafia Babies 18-19 Celtic Dream 33 Theatre Listings 34 Wishbone Ash 35 The Lonnie Donegan Story 36 The Jerry Lee Lewis Story 37 International Guitar Festival 38 Colin Blunstone 50-54 Events Guide

Emma Pering - Editor

Paul Murphy - Senior Sales Executive

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WARM welcome to the bumper February/March edition of “What’s on South Devon magazine” in association with Heart.The magazine is the largest circulated “What’s On” guide in South Devon with content and quality second to none. Our readership with the magazine and online content now has over 150000 readers every edition. As usual we have something for everyone with the best in live music, theatre, events and family attractions like Paignton Zoo, Living Coasts, Waves Leisure Pool, Exeter Racecourse,The Golden Hind, National Trust and a wide range of leisure activities for everyone to enjoy. This edition features –The Australian Pink Floyd Show *Tim Vine @The BabbacombeTheatre *The South * Ashburton Blues Festival * Celtic Dreams Show * McFly Live @The RICC * RICC Events and listings * Barratt Homes –Torre Marine * and much much more! We also have features on John Hogarths’ new book release and highly acclaimed local duo The Mafia Babies. Please find at the back of the magazine the largest circulating events guide in South Devon, which features Family Attractions, live music, concerts, comedy and many other quality events. Plus the usualTheatre Guide. As always a very specialThankYou to all of the advertisers and businesses for their support & making “What’s on South Devon” the most comprehensive What’s On & Entertainment magazine in the South West. A big thank you to Chris Hewlett PR. Please visit our web site www.whatsonsouthdevon.com for exclusives and a complete on-line version of the magazine.

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The Australian Pink Floyd Exposed! Live @ Plymouth Pavilions HE SUNDAY TIMES described them as “the best tribute band in the world” and Floyd drummer Nick Mason has gone on record as saying that “they probably do Floyd better than we do”.

TRIBUTE band extraordinaire The Australian Pink Floyd Show, whose skill at their renditions of Floyd classics led to them being the band chosen by Floyd guitarist David Gilmour to play at his 50th birthday party, is touring the country again with an updated show. Their sound is uncannily like the original band and during a concert, if you close your eyes, you could easily believe that they were the originals. But it’s best not to close your eyes though, as like the band they so faithfully reproduce, they have a light show that is second to none, with not just lasers, but massive inflatables making their shows a treat for all the senses. It helps that all the band are Pink Floyd fans, and some of the backroom team behind the Aussie Floyd Show – or TAPFS as the name is usually shortened to – worked behind the scenes for Pink Floyd themselves! One such veteran is Front of House Engineer Colin Norfield, who is controlling the state-of-the-art sound and light system. The band is renowned for pushing the boundaries both sonically and visually and last year they introduced 3D visuals to augment the songs.

“They actually went very well,” says keyboard player and founder-member Jason Sawford. “OK, they were a bit of an experiment, but it was pretty successful. Definitely a ‘Floydy thing to do.” Jason, relaxing in Wroclaw, just before the Polish leg of the ‘Exposed In The Light’ tour (with the name taken from a line of the lyrics in the song ‘Shine On You Crazy Diamond’ says. “We’ve just arrived here from the Czech Republic and so far the tour is going well. From Poland we go to France, Germany, Holland, Ireland and then the UK.” The band, which was originally formed in 1988 in Melbourne, still has two of the original members in Jason and guitarist/vocalist Steve Mac, explains that they constantly update the show. “Well, this year we have more video material with some psychedelic themes, a redesigned light show, the inflatables and quadraphonic ‘surround’ sound; all of which is controlled by Colin Norfield, who handled Pink Floyd’s ‘Division Bell’ tour. From humble beginnings in Australia, TAPFS has become a worldwide phenomenon, with ticket sales of over three million. Bassist Colin Wilson, who joined the band in 1992 states, “For us, of course, the music has always come first. We like to breathe life into some material that would otherwise not get heard.”

During last years’ tour, they did indeed cover some lesser known tracks including ‘Dogs’ from the ‘Animals’ album. “Yes,” agrees Jason, his once strong Australian accent now almost non-existent. “We’re still doing some older tunes, but a different selection exploring the psychedelic, space-rock side of Floyd.” “We are doing ‘Set The Controls For The Heart of the Sun’ and a newer version of ‘Astronomy Domine’ and from ‘Animals’ we’ve got ‘Pigs’ and ‘Sheep’. “Also, we’ve got a few references to Syd Barratt (the genius behind the early Floyd whose reliance on drugs led to him being sensationally sacked by the band).” The boys from Oz are not forgetting the best-known songs though. “No, we are doing a fair selection from ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ with songs like ‘Time’, ‘Money’ and ‘Us and Them’ plus ‘Shine On You Crazy Diamond’ and ‘Within The Flesh’”. Also, for this tour, they have a special guest. Singer Lorelei McBroom will be joining the band on stage. Lorelei toured as a backing vocalist with Pink Floyd on their ‘Momentary Lapse of Reason’ and ‘Delicate Sound of Thunder’ tours. “It’s quite an honour to have Lorelei with us,” Jason tells me. “It makes for a spectacular performance of ‘Great Gig in the Sky’ and she has been telling us stories about Floyd.” There’s been a few new faces in TAPFS recently. “That’s right,” says Jason, “And they’ve all been doing very well.” “David Domminney Fowler on guitar in particular. He’s a great asset and also helps out behind the scenes.” Some of the venues on the tour are in theatres and some in arenas, but apparently the size of the venue doesn’t detract from the shows. “No,” asserts Jason, “We have a capable crew who can get as much of the show in as possible. All that may happen is that we might

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"Make a date to see McFly on Sunday 25th March when they visit the Riviera International Centre as part of their Up Close And Personal UK tour. McFly's debut album, Room on the 3rd Floor, hit number one in the UK Album Chart in 2004 making them the youngest band ever to have an album debut at number one. The album produced a series of Top Five hits, including Five Colours in Her Hair, Obviously, That Girl and Room on the 3rd Floor.

not be able to fit all the inflatables in at some of the smaller venues.” He continues, “However, we should be able to get all the lights and lasers in – plus the smaller places are a bit more intimate.” “We try not to alter the show too much.” He reassures me. But what happens nest? They seem to have now out Floyded Floyd in almost every aspect of the show. “There’s always the problem of what to do next,” says Jason. “We could perhaps pay tribute to another album like we did with ‘Dark Side’ a few years ago; we could do different themes – say the Syd Barratt years et cetera.”

“Our plans vary from year to year, but for this year we are looking at doing some summer shows, plus we hope to do a lot more in America; we had a very successful tour there in 2011 and we are going back later this year.” “And we are taking footage during the tour and we hope to put together a documentary DVD.” The Australian Pink Floyd Show will be performing Pink Floyd’s classic songs, at the Plymouth Pavilions on Tuesday 27th March. Tickets are priced at £29.50 (subject to a booking fee) and are available from the Box Office and all the usual agencies. Written by Martin Hutchinson.

For more information and to book tickets for Plymouth Pavilions contact the box office 0845 1461460 or check the website www.plymouthpavilions.com For more information and tickets for other tour dates check their website www.aussiefloyd.com

live in concert

The Riviera International Centre Sunday 25th March 2012

As of November 2010, McFly have had 18 consecutive top twenty singles, seven of which reached number one in the UK Singles Chart and 15 of which were consecutive top ten singles. They have sold an estimated eight million records worldwide. They are currently working on their sixth studio album, and will most likely have the record ready for the end of the year. Tickets available from: Saturday 3rd December 2011, 9am, from the Riviera Centre Box Office on 01803 206 333. (Under 14's must be accompanied by an Adult)

Riviera International Centre

01803 299992 • www.rivieracentre.co.uk • Chestnut Avenue • Torquay • TQ2 5LZ

FEBRUARY EVENTS South West Tourism Awards - Monday 6th February, 6.30pm The prestigious South West Tourism Awards celebrate successful tourism establishments throughout Torbay, Teignbridge and the South Hams and are returning to the RICC for the 2nd successive year. Tickets are £75 Total (inc VAT) which include; drinks and canapés upon arrival, a 3-course dinner including wine, and a live band. To book your places, please visit: www.southwesttourismawards.org.uk/page/26/book.htm.

The 21st Century Business - Tuesday 7th & Wednesday 8th February Web Fuelled Business, is a programme of free events across England designed to help support small businesses by offering advice on how to leverage the internet to its fullest potential. There are only 300 spaces at these exclusive events, so register now to secure your place. For more information about the event visit www.yellwebfuelledbusiness.co.uk.

events diary Majestic Tours Choir Festival -

Saturday 25th February & Saturday 3rd March, 11am to Midnight Majestic Tours will once again be holding their annual Choir Festival at the Riviera Centre. For more Information and details on how to book, please contact Majestic Tours on 01626 770246.

Christian Talk Group - Weds 29th Feb Weds 28th March,

9:30am to 11:30am

The Christian Talk Group takes place on the last Wednesday of every month at the Riviera Centre between 9:30am and 11:30am. The sessions are as much of a social and friendship group as it is a Christian group. The sessions are free and anybody and everybody is welcome. For information please telephone Ken Harris on 07833 637950.

MARCH EVENTS

WABBA Fitness Instructor Course -

Civic Charity Mad Hatter Gala Night -

Monday 6th to Friday 10th and 13th to Friday 17th February

Friday 2nd March, 7:15pm to 1am

In February WABBA (the world governing body for weight training instructors) will be running a week long course to achieve a Fitness Instructor Training Qualification. For more information contact Alan Runacres at alan@wabba.co.uk or 08450 941941.

Join the Civic Charity for a night to remember with drinks Reception followed by a 3 course meal and dancing to Jubilee. Tickets cost £28.50. To purchase tickets call Anne Mulholland on 01803 207025 or email anne.mulholland@torbay.gov.uk. Prizes will be awarded for the best ‘Mad hat’, fascinator or head attire!

Torbay Wine Guild Wine Tasting -

Sally Morgan On the Road - Thursday 8th March, 7:30pm

Tuesday 7th February & 6th March, 7pm

Celebrity Psychic Sally Morgan will be re-appearing at the Riviera Centre in March 2012 following her sell-out performance earlier this year. Tickets are £25 which includes a £1.50 booking fee. Tickets are available from the Riviera Centre Box Office on 01803 206333.

Join the Torbay Wine Guild for their monthly wine tasting event. For further information please contact either Philip Redhead on 01803 607586.

Herald Express South Devon Business Excellence Awards -

The South Devon Business and Tourism Exhibition 2012 -

Friday 10th February, 6:30pm

Thursday 15th March, 10am to 4pm

The Herald Express South Devon Business Excellence Awards will celebrate successful businesses in Torbay, Teignbridge and the South Hams who have achieved exceptional results. Tables of 10 or individual seats can be purchased at a rate of £50+ VAT per ticket or £450 + VAT for a table. For enquiries please contact Sharon Jordain on 01803 676 722, email sjordain@heraldexpress.co.uk.

This event provides businesses and accommodation providers with the networking highlight of the year. There will be over 75 Businesses exhibiting so this presents a great opportunity to meet local attractions and collect this year’s vouchers. To register as a visitor or download an exhibition booking form please visit: www.rivieracentre.co.uk/events/6. For more information contact Jenny Thompson: jthompson@ricc.co.uk / 01803 206307.

Valentine’s Theme Night - Saturday 11th February, bookings from 6:30pm Treat your loved one to 3 deliciously romantic courses for just £20. To view the menu visit: www.rivieracentre.co.uk/events/144. To book call 01803 206337.

4N Networking - Tues 14th & 28th Feb & Tues 13th & 27th March,

St Patrick’s Night Theme Night - Sat 17th March, bookings from 6:30pm Celebrate all things Irish and join the Bay Brasserie for 3 deliciously authentic Irish courses accompanied by Irish music and decorations for just £20pp. To view the menu visit: www.rivieracentre.co.uk/events/153. To book call 01803 206337.

8am to 10am Join 4Networking for an effective opportunity to meet new local business contacts and of course enjoy a delicious breakfast. You may visit this 4Networking group up to 3 times before joining as a member. For more information or to book visit www.4networking.biz/Events/Group/Torquay.

Torbay Schools’ Festival of Performing Arts 23rd, 27th, 28th, 29th Feb & 1st March The festival is organised by Torbay Academy of Performing Arts (TAPA) with support from local Businesses. For more information please contact Colin Waller on 01803 208917 or email tapa@torbay.gov.uk.

01803 299 992

Mothers Day Sunday Lunch -

Sun 18th March, bookings from midday to 3:30pm Treat that special lady in your life to a leisurely afternoon Sunday Lunch. 4 courses followed by freshly brewed coffee with petit fours for £18.95, Children £10. To see the menu visit: www.rivieracentre.co.uk/events/14 Booking essential, call 01803 206337 to reserve a table.

McFly – Up Close and Personal Tour - Sunday 25th March Make a date to see McFly on Sunday 25th March when they visit the Riviera Centre as part of their Up Close And Personal UK tour. Tickets are £27.50 + £3 booking fee per ticket. To book tickets call the Box Office on 01803 206 333. (Under 14's must be accompanied by an Adult.)

www.rivieracentre.co.uk

Ryan’s Bar The Downstairs Bar Open from 10 am to 12pm Mon - Sat, • Open from 12pm - 11.30 pm Sundays We serve a variety of quality real ales, and specialise in local Teignworthy Brewery ales FEBRUARY 1st 3BF 2nd Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute by Funky Monks 3rd Stilyano 4th Whoz in the Room with Norman 5th TBC 6th UK Karaoke 7th Quiz 8th 3BF 9th 59 Ford 10th Jason Howard 11th TBC 12th Roger Styles 13th UK Karaoke 14th Quiz 15th 3BF 16th Mainstreet – Celebrating Jason Howards 40th Birthday – ALL WELCOME 17th The Banana Thieves 18th Rage 19th TBC 20th UK Karaoke 21st Quiz 22nd 3BF 23rd The Simmertones – FREE B4 8pm £2 after 24th Hot Candy 25th Duke Johnson & The Scorchers 26th Jam Night with Mainstreet 27th UK Karaoke 28th Quiz 29th 3BF

MARCH 1st Crossfire 2nd Less is More 3rd The Bounce 4th UK Karaoke 5th Quiz 6th 3BF 8th Dodgey Practise 9th Conspiracy 10th Pete Fryer Band 11th Roger Styles 12th UK Karaoke 13th Quiz 14th 3BF 15th Soul Funktion 16th Diamond Dogz 17th Rage 18th TBC 19th UK Karaoke 20th Quiz 21st 3BF 22nd TBC 23rd Boogie Nights 24th Duke Johnson & The Scorchers 25th Jam Night with Mainstreet 26th UK Karoake 27th Quiz 28th 3BF 29th Pink Floyd Tribute by The Darkside 30th The Red Bullets 31st Hot Candy

Fantast Food &ic Carvery Availab le

A bar menu is available and served throughout the day from 10am to 5pm daily There is FREE POOL on a Wednesday night and in-house monthly pool and darts competitions We also have one of the best juke boxes available in the bay!!!!! and you’re always welcomed by warm and friendly staff

Upstairs 1st Tuesday every month acoustic jam nights hosted by the Storyteller, a relaxing atmosphere all players and styles and all levels of expertise welcome, a wide range of instruments available

Every Wednesday Jam Night hosted by The Colourful Street Light Band Every Thursday

DJ Open Deck night hosted by DJ Spinner from Nightvision

Fridays & Saturdays

live music, solo duo and bands all genres

For all live music please look in the gig guide at the back of the magazine We supply the full back line for bands to use with a Mackie front of house system & various amps & a drum kit. We also have an in house sound engineer. We can now do in house live recordings of the bands & have established a record label called Swamp Cat Records!

Saturday March 17th ALL DAY ST PATRICK’S DAY PARTY with live music throughout the day ALSO

CELEBRATING RYAN'S BAR’S 5TH BIRTHDAY

& The Mike Porter Collective in the evening from 9pm

Arts Base Music Venue Award 2008 www.myspace.com/ryansirishbar

www.myspace.com/swamprecords09

Telephone: 01803 292520

25 ABBEY ROAD • TORQUAY

More details can be found on the website.

now in the fabulous setting of SEALE-HAYNE

JUNE 1ST, 2ND & 3RD, 2012

ERIC BIBB, ELKIE BROOKS and ANDY FAIRWEATHER LOW Full support and Fringe, Craft Fair, Bistro, Cake Shop, real-ale bars, workshops, resident artist's open studios and gallery, Come for the full weekend and stay in comfortable on-site accommodation, use our affordable camp-site, or visit for the day. Buses to and from Newton Abbot and Ashburton. FREE PARKING.

MORE INFO AND TICKETS:

www.ashburtonbluesfestival.com 07855 307 556

Almost 15 years ago from this edition The Beautiful South came to Westpoint Arena in Exeter. Other than Oasis they were without doubt the biggest band to play there. The Westcountry has always had a great affection for this group and as with many bands over the years things change and evolve and the next great chapter of this band has yet to be written, allow me to introduce to you “The South” After 20 years, ten studio albums, five greatest hits compilations, thirty-four chart singles, 15 million record sales worldwide and performing in front of millions of fans, when time was called on The Beautiful South in 2008, not everyone was ready to leave the party. Joining the lead singers, Dave

The South 24th February

Exeter Phoenix Box Office: 01392 667080

25th February

Falmouth Pavilion Box Office: 01326 211222

26th February

Bath Komedia Box Office: 0845 293 8480

For more information on “The South” and additional concert dates please visit www.thesouth.co.uk

Hemingway and Ali Wheeler were fellow mainstays from the band: keyboard wizard Damon Butcher and the potent horn section of Gaz Birtles and Tony Robinson that brought so much to the live shows. Armed with a sensational back catalogue of hits, The South in concert are not to be missed and the band are on top form. On top of a slew of classic singles, the band are also working on some brand new material. ‘Song For Whoever’, ‘Perfect Ten’, ‘Rotterdam’, ‘Don't Marry Her’, ‘You Keep It All In’, ‘Old Red Eyes Is Back’, the list of hits is almost daunting and The South are bringing their music back to the nation. Dave Hemingway and Ali Wheeler (lead singers with The Beautiful South along with departed songwriter Paul Heaton) loved the songs and life on

the road too much to just muse on past glories, and so The South was formed. Now the band are delighted to announce an intimate series of headline shows across the UK in February and March 2012 - tickets are on sale now, priced from £18 - £22. The “Small Is Beautiful” tour is a great chance for lovers of this truly classic British Pop band to reconnect with the musicians and the music once again. If you loved the music of The Beautiful South first time around, then you’re in luck – The South offer a bona fide chance to hear some of the greatest ever Pop songs performed as they were intended to be, by those who played them in the first place.

www.thesouth.co.uk

INTIMATE

Small Is Beautiful TOUR

…we are still beautiful

tickets now on sale

LOC AL R E VI E W

Mafia Babies Live @ Pierpoint, Torquay

01803 299332

A bright crisp Sunday lunch time beckons and with great anticipation this edition’s local review is of the multi talented, highly acclaimed acoustic duo, The Mafia Babies! Mafia Babies are Christian Pitocco - Vocals Rhythm guitar and Jonathan Lee - Lead and Rhythm guitar, Logarythm Stompbox, and Backing Vocals. Over the years these guys have gained the reputation as being one of South Devon’s premier acts. I wasn’t going to look at this review as an opportunity to state the obvious but seeing these guys in a laid back different environment got me curious to see if they could rise to every occasion. As you can appreciate a Sunday afternoon set list is going to differ greatly from a jumping Saturday night. That is one of the real great advantages of acoustic music, there is a lot of versatility to be had but the right feel and song choices are essential not too dissimilar in painting a picture – light and shade and different moods very rarely work out of their comfort zone. In reality a quiet acoustic gig hunting for the mood is as ever challenging as entertaining a pub packed full of people. Also the softer more attentive songs make a band a lot more exposed and vulnerable, even to the most avid listener. The first thing that struck me was the sheer level of ability and talent that these guys have.

The set list was very well chosen and well delivered and effortlessly blended into the panoramic views this venue has to offer. Classics like Rod Stewarts ‘Handbags & Gladrags’ and Newton Faulkners ‘People Should Smile More’ gently filled the room. They also did fantastic versions of Marvin Gaye’s ‘Heard it through the Grapevine’ and Al Greens ‘Let’s Stay Together’. The set was very played down, very methodical and very relaxed which just goes to show their versatility. Capturing the art to create music to complement the moment is an incredibly difficult thing to do yet these guys delivered exactly what was needed effortlessly. The singing and harmonies were soulful yet powerful and the playing was to a level very few local musicians seldom do achieve. For any local musicians aspiring to get to their level it wouldn’t do any harm in watching how these guys just melt into a collage of meaningful sound. The Mafia Babies are one of the most hard working acoustic duos around in the South Devon area. They have been playing together for the past 5 years and they are available for pub gigs, private parties, weddings and in short whatever occasion you would like! I would highly recommend these guys if you appreciate a high calibre of music and also equally to any aspiring musicians who want to up their game! Please have a look at the listings pages at the back of the magazine all their gigs throughout February and March. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Jamie Sinclair

Flower of Scotland and now thanks to the songwriting skills of John Ward, Northern Ireland has its anthemic ‘Home’, the lyrics of which sum of the hope and positive future for Ireland. The Celtic Dream show is the perfect blend of traditional Irish music alongside modern songs. Audiences will enjoy time honoured tunes from ‘Danny Boy’ and ‘Carrickfergus’ to the haunting modern day classics of Sarah McLachlan's ‘In the Arms of the Angels’. All these heartwarming performances feature astoundingly choreographed dance routines and a more than a touch of the old Irish ‘Craic’!

Celtic Dream THE GEM OF THE EMERALD ISLE! Fresh from the shores of The Emerald Isle, The Celtic Dream show has been created to bring audiences one of the most original & authentic shows in the world.

Embodying the true spirit of Ireland, this production is a breathtaking myriad of brilliant dance, phenomenal vocals, astounding musicianship and glittering costumes. With a selection of the finest dancers, award winning choreographers, and top vocalists and musicians from around Ireland, Celtic Dream will enchant and take audiences on an uplifting journey of song and dance with a kaleidoscope of colour against a backdrop of highly infectious, powerful and spirit invoking soundtrack. Celtic Dream is also delighted to include among its cast, the magnificent Dream Tenors, a trio of talented young male vocalists with a

very special sound, who were recently invited by Tourism Ireland to support music icon Van Morrison in a show stopping performance last night at St James’ Palace especially for Irish ministers and members of The English Royal Family. Dream Tenor vocalist John Ward has also penned a forward looking, positive and uplifting, national song for Northern Ireland titled ‘Home’. Show creator & producer, Pete Tobit said, “England has its Jerusalem, Scotland has its

Celtic Dream will leave audiences mesmerised and wanting more and more of the ultimate Irish experience. To experience Celtic Dream, is to truly experience the genuine heart and soul of Ireland. Sun 26th Feb The Regal Theatre, Minehead Mon 9th Apr - Palace Theatre, Paignton Tue 10th Apr Princess Pavilion, Falmouth Wed 11th Apr - Exmouth Pavilion For more information please visit http://bit.ly/Celtic-Dream-Tour-Dates

CELTIC DREAM COMPETITION The Celtic Dream show is coming to town soon and we are offering one lucky winner the opportunity to win a pair of tickets and the chance to meet the cast of CELTIC DREAM when they perform at each of the following shows. Sun 26th Feb - The Regal Theatre, Minehead Mon 9th Apr - Palace Theatre, Paignton Tue 10th Apr - Princess Pavilion, Falmouth Wed 11th Apr - Exmouth Pavilion To be in with a chance of winning simply answer the following question: ‘WHICH COUNTRY IS ALSO KNOWN AS THE EMERALD ISLE?’ Please send your answers to: What's On Publications, PO Box 387, Paignton TQ4 7WE Please include your name, address, telephone number and which show you would like win tickets for By closing date: 7 days prior to each show date

Valentine’s Sunday at Exeter Racecourse

Valentine’s Sunday

February 12th at Exeter Racecourse Book at www.exeterracecourse.co.uk or call 0844 5793005 and quote LOVEEXETER Gates open 12pm 1st Race 2pm

Children aged 17 and under go FREE FREE bus from Exeter St. David’s & Exeter Bus Station

Pre-bookings only – book by midnight, February 10th

Grandstand and Paddock tickets only Terms and Conditions apply Race times subject to change

Bring the kids too on Valentine’s Sunday at Exeter with a family ticket for just £10 Exeter Racecourse is repeating its Valentine’s Sunday two for £10 offer on Sunday, February 12 following the success of last year’s meeting when course attendance records were broken on a non Haldon Gold Cup day. The day out offers exceptional value for money with children aged 17 and under racing for free and adults gaining grandstand and paddock entry for the equivalent of just £5 each. The offer applies to Grandstand and Paddock tickets pre-booked by midnight February 10 only. Visit www.exeterracecourse.co.uk or call 0844 5793005 and quote LOVELYEXETER. Pre-bookings only. Book by midnight, February 10. Children aged 17 and under go FREE. FREE bus from Exeter St David’s and Exeter Bus Station. For all enquiries and for tickets to come racing please contact Lucy Johnson 07866 497976

Forthcoming Fixtures

Sunday 12th February Valentine’s Raceday Tuesday 6th March Newcomers’ Day - FREE RACEDAY to anyone with an EX postcode. Strictly pre-bookings only.To book your ticket call 01392 832599 Tuesday 20th March Burts Chips Student Free Raceday Wednesday 4th April Finlake Holiday Park Children’s Day Tuesday 17th April Publicans Raceday Tuesday 1st May May Day Racing Tuesday 8th May Ladies’ Evening With Live Music After Racing for the David James Foundation

LOCAL entertainment NEWS We’ve heard through the grapevine that local radio presenter John Hogarth is set to digitally release his debut novel within the next couple of weeks. He was being very closed-lipped about it when we caught up with him, only letting on that the story was set in Torquay and involves a very brutal murderer who kills his victims for a very unusual reason. According to other sources, he has had a big ‘thumbs up’ from several bestselling authors and is very excited about the project which has apparently been three years in the making. There is already a huge buzz about this book on Facebook and Twitter and John described the book as a ‘fast-paced thriller.’ The Frequency Of Murder will be available through Amazon, Kindle, iPad, iPhone, Nook, Ingram, Barnes and Noble and many more. We look forward to reading it especially after taking a look at the front cover which arrived in our inbox. The full announcement of release will be made on Palm 105.5 very soon. We find this very exciting news for South Devon especially the English Riviera as we are no stranger here

to some of the most prolific renowned authors in the world, Agatha Christie and Oscar Wilde, just to name a couple. Will John follow in their footsteps - this remains to be seen but with every great journey you have to start at the beginning. When the book is released we will do an exclusive interview with John and find out more about his desire to become a recognised author.

KiNg Zoos EXPLORE THE BIG WILD WORLD

SATURDAY 24th MARCH 8pm Tickets: £17 No concessions

With more animals than anyone else in the South West you’re in for a really wild time. Visit us at: paigntonzoo.org.uk

www.whatsonsouthdevon.com

0844 474 2222

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The Ship and Great cabin is available for: • Private and corporate hire

Tel: 01803 326108

Fore Street • St. Marychurch • Torquay • TQ1 4PR

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The Den, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8BD Telephone: 01626 778991 Email: info@carltontheatre.co.uk Saturday February 4th -

Teignmouth Players Coffee Morning Sunday February 5th one performance at 2:30pm

February 21st to 25th curtain up at 7:30pm The Teignmouth Players present a new version of Henrik Ibsen's

“A Doll’s House” by Samuel Adamson Director; Freda Welton Saturday 3rd March at 7.30pm

Viv Wilson's Big Silver 25th Anniversary Teignmouth Film Show A second chance to see Viv's latest film and video show compiled from the Wilson Archives and full of local scenes, people and events over the years.

A.J's Big Band returns to the Carlton the sounds of Glenn Miller will be featured in a packed two part programme of swing classics plus the superb vocals of Paula Mitchell An unmissable evening of top musical entertainment Tickets £13.50

Tickets £6

www.carltontheatre.com

theatre listings february/march 2012

PRINCESS THEATRE TORQUAY 0844 847 2315

PALACE THEATRE, PAIGNTON 01803 665800

FEBRUARY 3rd 4th 13th-18th 22nd

FEBRUARY 4th The Rocky Monster Show 8th-11th Table Manners by Alan Ayckbourn 15th-18th Footloose 22nd Colin Blunstone

MARCH 1st 2nd 3rd 9th 10th 11th 15th 17th 19th-24th 25th 26th 28th 30th

Omid Djalili:Tour of Duty Grimethorpe Colliery Band Spamalot Reginald D Hunter: Sometimes Even the DevilTells theTruth John Hylton: Real Diamond Sing-a-long-a Grease Count Arthur Strong’s Command Performance The Dreamboys: Full Frontal 2012Tour Magical MusicalTour The Hollies Vienna Festival Ballet Swan Lake The Very Best of Gilbert O’Sullivan Live in Concert Dreamboats and Petticoats Fireman Sam: Pontypandy Rocks! Hormonal Housewives The Solid Silver 60’s Show LaTraviata

additional info check the website www.princesstheatre.org.uk

BABBACOMBE THEATRE, TORQUAY 01803 328385 FEBRUARY From 14th EveryTues/Wed Stardust MARCH Every Tues/Wed 24th

Stardust TheTim Vine Chat Show

additional info check the website www.babbacombe-theatre.com

MARCH 3rd 4th 9th 15th 16th

The Lonnie Donegan Story International Guitar Festival The Jerry Lee Lewis Story MartinTurner’s Wishbone Ash Dancing Queen – AbbaTribute

For additional shows check the website www.creativetorbay.com and search the directory for Palace Theatre Paignton

CARLTON THEATRE, TEIGNMOUTH 01626 778991 FEBRUARY 4th Teignmouth Players Coffee Morning 5th Viv Wilson’s 25th Anniversary Show 21st-25th TheTeignmouth Players February Production – A Doll’s House MARCH 3rd

AJ’s Big Band

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Martin Turner's

Wishbone Ash

- No Easy Road

Thursday, 15 March 2012 • 8.00pm With millions of album sales and concert attendances worldwide, Wishbone Ash’s heritage as one of the most enduring and best loved British rock acts is assured. Wishbone Ash was formed by West Country musicians Martin Turner and Steve Upton, who arrived in London in 1969 to embark on their musical journey. Intent on creating a musical sound that was rich in texture and melody, Martin Turner envisaged the band’s innovative harmony-guitar hallmark and guitarists Ted Turner and Andy Powell were recruited via a now legendary Melody

Maker advert. The partnership of the original line-up of Wishbone Ash forged a unique musical identity that would produce some of rock music's best loved works and influence numerous successful bands. Wishbone Ash would become synonymous with high quality guitardriven melodic rock music. Over four decades later, the enduring music of the classic marks of Wishbone Ash continues to delight audiences worldwide through both live performances and a rich legacy of recorded work that continues to be enjoyed by fans old and new. Martin Turner continues to perform the band’s best loved works with his current line-up. With all the GREAT HITS: Putting On the Style, Rock Island Line, Pick a bale of Cotton, Have a drink on me! and many more. Peter began in the entertainment business at the age of five at the Barbara Speak Stage School in London. After this he was educated by his father Lonnie Donegan, M.B.E. Once Peter turned eighteen, he was invited to join the Lonnie Donegan Band, performing as keyboard player. Peter spent two years in the band where he was able to learn hands on from the experience of his father Lonnie and during that time he also worked with Van Morrison. He has gone on to appear with a kaleidoscope of well known artistes including

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Chas 'n' Dave, Billy Bragg, Rolf Harris, Ralf McTell, The Barron Nights, Rick Wakeman, Mark Knopfler, Joe Brown, Roger Daltry, Joe Cocker, Chris Barber, Bruce Welch and Chris Farlow. Now, during this special solo concert hosted by BBC Radio’s Paul Harris, Peter will be playing a mixture of material that Lonnie played but in Peter’s own style and new material written by Peter. There will also be a chance for audience questions as Peter tells never before heard stories of life with his legendary father behind the scenes in showbiz. Come along and join in with all the great songs, and many more. This is terrific entertainment for all ages.

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International Guitar Festival Palace Theatre Paignton Sunday 4th March, 2012 7.30pm

THE INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT (IGN) is the world's premier touring guitar festival. Each show brings together the most interesting and innovative acoustic guitarists to exchange musical ideas in a public concert setting. Each tour, IGN founder Brian Gore invites a new cast of guitar luminaries to join him for special evenings of solos, duets and quartets that highlight the virtuosity and diversity within the world of acoustic guitar.

Friday, 9 March 2012 - 7.30pm Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon TQ3 3HF Box Office: 01803 665800 www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk

audiences from the Shetland Islands down through Scotland and England and across to Ireland. Each year the 'cast' of the show changes and once again this 5th UK tour provides a wonderful and exciting array of musical talent with loads of potential for great on-stage interaction between these very different stylists

Since the first UK tour (2007) a dozen or so great guitarists, many of whom have been new to the UK, have made an impression here and gathered numerous new fans and friends. All have impressed enormously with their sheer musical skill and desire to bring high quality guitar playing to a wide array of

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Wednesday, 22nd February 2012

colin

8.00pm

"Probably the most quintessentially English pop voice of its generation" THE TIMES Nobody sings like Colin Blunstone, the mild mannered man from St.Albans, who became one of Britain's most respected and popular vocalists. Lead singer with The Zombies his distinctive voice manages to be both sweetly angelic and deceptively strong and was a key element of the bands sound. Now Colin takes a short break from the iconic Zombies to tour with his fabulous solo band featuring songs from his fifty year musical career from "She's Not There" with The Zombies, to solo hits "I Don't Believe In Miracles" and "Say You Don't Mind" and on to "What Becomes Of The Broken Hearted" with Dave Stewart and the unforgettable "Old and Wise" with the Alan Parsons Project. "Colin Blunstone's voice is one of the greatest British vocal sounds of the 20th. Century" SIR TIM RICE, THE EVENING STANDARD Several slightly more obscure tracks will be played live for the first time along with a selection from his brand new album now being recorded under the working title of "On The Air Tonight". Pete Billington leads the solo band on keyboards (Jamie Cullum, Alison Moyet and Kid Creol) with Chris Childs on bass (Thunder, Go West, Beverly Craven), Pat Illingworth on Drums (Dave Stewart, Jeff Berlin, Hugh Masekela) and Tom Toomey on guitar (Zombies, Toomey Swarbrick). "Colin Blunstone's solo oeuvre seems more relevant today BILLBOARD than ever, by turns breathy, ethereal and operatic"

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FEBRUARY Schools’ Out! Presents..Caves/Kelly Kemp/Muncie Girls & More @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Jon Clare @ Appleby’s, Torquay – 01803 299332 Killer Pool @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544 Live Music @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton - 01803 555000

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FRIDAY 10TH Mafia Babies @ Jolly Farmer, Newton Abbot - 01626 354010 Disco & Karaoke @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Herald Express South Devon Business Excellence Awards @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Rock Against the Machine @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Irie Bino Presents YT/Vibration Lab & More @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Jason Howard @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Jai Rocks @ The Crab 'n' Bucket, Dartmouth - 01803 832998 Live Music @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay 01803 292520

Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute by Funky Monks @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 DJ Open Deck night hosted by DJ Spinner from Nightvision @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

South West Tourism Awards @ Riviera International Centre – 01803 299992 WABBA Fitness Instructor Course 6th10th @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 08450 941941 UK Karaoke @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Monday Club - £2.00 per pint @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

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TUESDAY 7TH

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The 21st Century Business @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Torbay Wine Guild Wine Tasting @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Katherine Jenkins @ Plymouth Pavilions - 0845 1461460 Jam Night with Barney (3BF) @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 Thomas Truax & Guests @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Quiz @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Acoustic folk night hosted by The Storyteller @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay 01803 292520

Plant a Rose for Valentine’s @ Paignton Zoo – Booking Essential 0844 474 2222 Thick as Thieves @ Ottery Institute in aid of Heart Foundation Mafia Babies @ Molloys, Torquay 01803 311825 The Barracoodas @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Valentine’s Theme Night @ The Bay Brassiere, Torquay – 01803 206337 Slytherin @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Rinseout: New Dawn 2012 @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Live Music @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton - 01803 555000 Abel Archer with support @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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SUNDAY 12TH

THURSDAY 2ND

SATURDAY 4TH Kaiser Chiefs @ @ Plymouth Pavilions 0845 1461460 Mafia Babies @ The Albert, Totnes 01803 863214 Rage @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot 01626 354775 Twilight Zone @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Bob Marley Birthday Celebration @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Trash City – Free @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Whoz in the Room with Norman @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Jai Rocks @ Kirkham club, Paignton 01803 551096 Six Claw Paw with support @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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The 21st Century Business @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Spiral Scratch with Mozart Parties @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Mafia Babies @ Offshore Bar, Torquay 01803 292108 Byngs Gameshow Road Show @ The Cider Press, Torquay – 01803 212338 3BF @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Jam Night hosted by The Colourful Street Light Band @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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MONDAY 13TH WABBA Fitness Instructor Course 13th17th @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 08450 941941

FEBRUARY The Harmonix & Chasing Hollywood & Guests @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 UK Karaoke @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Monday Club - £2.00 per pint @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

TUESDAY 14TH Jam Night with Barney (3BF) @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 4N Networking @ Riviera International Centre – 01803 299992 James & Murphy Cabaret Duo Valentines’ Dinner & Dance @ Paignton Club, Paignton – 01803 559682 Young Guns & Polar & Special Guests @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Quiz @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com

WEDNESDAY 15TH Mafia Babies @ Offshore Bar, Torquay 01803 292108 Byngs Gameshow Road Show @ The Cider Press, Torquay – 01803 212338 David McAlmont & Guy Davies @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 3BF @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com Jam Night hosted by The Colourful Street Light Band @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

THURSDAY 16TH Steve Knightley @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Joe Bloggers Feat Ahab, Slipdown Dog, EC Dawson & Benjamin Josif @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Mainstreet – Celebrating Jason Howards 40th Birthday – ALL WELCOME @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Painted as Saints – Debut Tour Gig @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

FRIDAY 17TH Disco & Karaoke @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 The Rich @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Big Like House Presents Breach @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 The Banana Thieves @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Live Music @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay 01803 292520

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SATURDAY 18TH

THURSDAY 23RD

Guess Work @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 CrossFire @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Indie Club – Free – With Live Band Ox @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Rage @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com Reggae night with DJ T.O @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

Billy Connolly @ Plymouth Pavilions 0845 1461460 Torbay Schools’ Festival of Performing Arts @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Hilda May & Max Raptor & Abel Archer @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 The Simmertones – FREE B4 8pm £2 after @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 DJ Open Deck night hosted by DJ Spinner from Nightvision @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

SUNDAY 19TH Live Music @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 James Cann @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Breabach @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Karaoke @ Appleby’s, Torquay – 01803 299332 Killer Pool @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544 Live Music @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton - 01803 555000 Peter Crawford 5 - 8pm bottom bar @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

MONDAY 20TH Crowns & Guests @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 UK Karaoke @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Monday Club - £2.00 per pint @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

TUESDAY 21ST Jam Night with Barney (3BF) @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 Quiz @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com

WEDNESDAY 22ND Billy Connolly @ Plymouth Pavilions 0845 1461460 Mafia Babies @ Offshore Bar, Torquay 01803 292108 Byngs Gameshow Road Show @ The Cider Press, Torquay – 01803 212338 3BF @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com Jam Night hosted by The Colourful Street Light Band @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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SATURDAY 25TH Majestic Tours Choir Festival @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01626 770246 Thick as Thieves @ Upton Social Club, Torquay - 01803 328423 Camel Toe @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 The South @ Falmouth Pavilion – 01326 211222 Forever 27 @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Duke Johnson & The Scorchers @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Jai Rocks @ Ye Olde Roundham Club, Paignton - 01803 551303 Nightvision DJ night @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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MARCH

Jam Night with Mainstreet @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Killer Pool @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544 Jai Rocks 5 - 8pm bottom bar @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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FRIDAY 2ND

Torbay Schools’ Festival of Performing Arts @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Inme & Guests @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 UK Karaoke @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Monday Club - £2.00 per pint @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

Disco & Karaoke @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Civic Charity Mad Hatter Gala Night @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 207025 Hardwired @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Less is More @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Jai Rocks @ The Ship, Paignton - 01803 556481 Live Music @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay 01803 292520

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Thick as Thieves @ Kirkham Social Club, Paignton - 01803 551096 Raspberry Fish @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Majestic Tours Choir Festival @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01626 770246 Rockology @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 The Bounce @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Live Music @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay 01803 292520

MONDAY 27TH

WEDNESDAY 29TH Torbay Schools’ Festival of Performing Arts @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Christian Talk Group @ Riviera International Centre – 07833 637950 3BF @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Mafia Babies @ Offshore Bar, Torquay 01803 292108 Byngs Gameshow Road Show @ The Cider Press, Torquay – 01803 212338 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com Jam Night hosted by The Colourful Street Light Band @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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TUESDAY 6TH

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Live Music @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 Craig Ayres @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Band of Skulls @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Jon Clare @ Appleby’s, Torquay – 01803 299332 Killer Pool @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

MONDAY 5TH UK Karaoke @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Monday Club - £2.00 per pint @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

Jam Night with Barney (3BF) @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 Newcomers’ Day – FREE RACEDAY to any with an EX postcode @ Exeter Racecourse – 01392 832599 Torbay Wine Guild Wine Tasting @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Quiz @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000

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THURSDAY 8TH Sally Morgan on the Road @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 206333 Dodgey Practise @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 DJ Open Deck night hosted by DJ Spinner from Nightvision @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

FRIDAY 9TH Tea Time Talks 3.30pm – 5pm @ Greenway - £10pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Camellia Walks @ Greenway £8pp Booking essential: 01803 842382 Sally Morgan @ Plymouth Pavilions 0845 1461460 Thick as Thieves @ Silent Whistle, Ashburton - 01364 652382 Mafia Babies @ Market House, Dartmouth - 01803 832128 Disco & Karaoke @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Slytherin @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Vibraphonic @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Conspiracy @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Jai Rocks @ The Winchester Club, Exeter - 01392 433073 The Mighty Redox @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

SATURDAY 10TH Camellia Walks @ Greenway £8pp Booking essential: 01803 842382 Audius Maximus @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Thick as Thieves @ Molloys, Babbacombe - 01803 311825

MARCH Temporary Mind @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Indie Club with Skint & Demoralised @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Pete Fryer Band @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Rockology @ The Railway Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354166 Lunix @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

SUNDAY 11TH Tea Time Talks 3.30pm – 5pm @ Greenway - £10pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Mafia Babies @ Pier Point, Torquay 01803 299935 The Osmonds @ Plymouth Pavilions 0845 1461460 Live Music @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 Bill Brooks @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 The Popes @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Karaoke @ Appleby’s, Torquay – 01803 299332 Roger Styles @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Killer Pool @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

MONDAY 12TH UK Karaoke @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Monday Club - £2.00 per pint @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

TUESDAY 13TH 4N Networking @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Jam Night with Barney (3BF) @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 Quiz @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com

WEDNESDAY 14TH Woodland Crafts Workshop @ Bradley - £30pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Mafia Babies @ Offshore Bar, Torquay 01803 292108 Byngs Gameshow Road Show @ The Cider Press, Torquay – 01803 212338 Wild Beasts @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 3BF @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com

MARCH Jam Night hosted by The Colourful Street Light Band @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

THURSDAY 15TH The South Devon Business and Tourism Exhibition 2012 @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 206307 Woodland Crafts Workshop @ Bradley £30pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Rebecca Ferguson @ Plymouth Pavilions - 0845 1461460 Joe Bloggers Feat. 14th, Stills, My Chloroform & The Caulfied Beats @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Soul Funktion @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 DJ Open Deck night hosted by DJ Spinner from Nightvision @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

FRIDAY 16TH Tea Time Talks 3.30pm – 5pm @ Greenway - £10pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Camellia Walks @ Greenway £8pp Booking essential: 01803 842382 Conservation Insight: Umbrellas and Walking Sticks @ Greenway - Please call 01803 842382 for details Mafia Babies @ Candlelit acoustics @ Pier Point, Torquay - 01803 299 935 Disco & Karaoke @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Switch @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Diamond Dogz @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Jai Rocks @ The Star Inn, Liverton 01626 821376 Setting Circles and Aurura Skies @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

SATURDAY 17TH Camellia Walks @ Greenway £8pp Booking essential: 01803 842382 St Patrick’s Night Theme Night @ The Bay Brasserie, Torquay – 01803 206337 The Edge @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 4 Rocks Sake @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 TM Stevens @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Mad Dog Mcrea @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Rage @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 All Day St Patricks Day party with live music throughout the day and celebrating Ryan's Bars 5th Birthday and The Mike Porter Collective in the evening from 9pm @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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SUNDAY 18TH Tea Time Talks 3.30pm – 5pm @ Greenway - £10pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Mothering Sunday Luncheon @ Greenway - £25pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Mothers Day Sunday Lunch @ The Bay Brassiere, Torquay – 01803 206337 Mafia Babies @ Ferryboat, Shaldon (afternoon) - 01626 872340 Mafia Babies @ Cider Press, Torquay 01803 212338 Live Music @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 James Cann @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Jim Moray @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Karaoke @ Appleby’s, Torquay – 01803 299332 Killer Pool @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544 Live Music @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton - 01803 555000

MONDAY 19TH UK Karaoke @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Monday Club - £2.00 per pint @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

TUESDAY 20TH Jam Night with Barney (3BF) @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 Burts Chips Student Free Raceday @ Exeter Racecourse – 01392 832599 Los Campesinos @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Quiz @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com

WEDNESDAY 21ST Propagation Workshop @ Coleton Fishacre - £10pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Mafia Babies @ Offshore Bar, Torquay 01803 292108 Byngs Gameshow Road Show @ The Cider Press, Torquay – 01803 212338 Gretchen Peters @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 3BF @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com Jam Night hosted by The Colourful Street Light Band @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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THURSDAY 22ND Yashin & Guests @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Live Music @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton - 01803 555000 DJ Open Deck night hosted by DJ Spinner from Nightvision @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

FRIDAY 23RD Tea Time Talks 3.30pm – 5pm @ Greenway - £10pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Camellia Walks @ Greenway £8pp Booking essential: 01803 842382 Conservation Insight: Umbrellas and Walking Sticks @ Greenway - Please call 01803 842382 for details Disco & Karaoke @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Just George @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Definitely Mightbe! UK’s No 1 Oasis Tribute @ Appleby’s, Torquay – 01803 299332 Boogie Nights @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Live Music @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay 01803 292520

SATURDAY 24TH Camellia Walks @ Greenway £8pp Booking essential: 01803 842382 McFly @ Plymouth Pavilions - 0845 1461460 Mafia Babies @ Mama Stones, Exeter with the house band - 01392 848485 59 Ford @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Eclipse @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Duke Johnson & The Scorchers @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 First Requiem @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay 01803 292520

SUNDAY 25TH Tea Time Talks 3.30pm – 5pm @ Greenway - £10pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Mafia Babies @ The Ship, Teignmouth 01626 772674

MARCH Live Music @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 McFly @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 206333 Confused @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Karaoke @ Appleby’s, Torquay – 01803 299332 Jam Night with Mainstreet @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Killer Pool @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544 Jai rocks 5 - 8pm bottom bar @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

MONDAY 26TH Matt Cardle @ Plymouth Pavilions 0845 1461460 Celtic Dream Show @ The Regal Theatre, Minehead – 01643 706430 UK Karaoke @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Monday Club - £2.00 per pint @ The Old Brewery, Torquay – 07519 370544

TUESDAY 27TH 4N Networking @ Riviera International Centre, Torquay – 01803 299992 Australian Pink Floyd @ Plymouth Pavilions - 0845 1461460 Jam Night with Barney (3BF) @ The Cider Press, Torquay - 01803 212338 Quiz @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com

WEDNESDAY 28TH Mafia Babies @ Offshore Bar, Torquay 01803 292108 Byngs Gameshow Road Show @ The Cider Press, Torquay – 01803 212338 3BF @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Stardust @ Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay 01803 328385 www.babbacombe-theatre.com Jam Night hosted by The Colourful Street Light Band @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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THURSDAY 29TH The Selecter featuring Pauline Black & Gaps Hendrickson @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 All Eyes West @ The Cavern Club, Exeter – 01392 495370 Pink Floyd Tribute by The Darkside @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 DJ Open Deck night hosted by DJ Spinner from Nightvision @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

FRIDAY 30TH Camellia Walks @ Greenway £8pp Booking essential: 01803 842382 Conservation Insight: Umbrellas and Walking Sticks @ Greenway - Please call 01803 842382 for details Tea Time Talks 3.30pm – 5pm @ Greenway - £10pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 New Coleton Fishacre Jazz Club @ Coleton Fishacre - £25pp - Booking essential: 01803 842382 Mafia Babies @ Devon Arms, Torquay 01803 292360 Disco & Karaoke @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot - 01626 354775 Raspberry Fish @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Dark Knights 4th Birthday @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 The Red Bullets @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Punk Night with Anti Caste and THC @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

SATURDAY 31ST Camellia Walks @ Greenway £8pp Booking essential: 01803 842382 Mafia Babies @ Apple & Parrot, Torquay - 01803 298626 Hot Candy @ The Spinning Wheel, Paignton – 01803 555000 Thick as Thieves @ Exeter Chiefs after match 5pm Rox @ The Union Inn, Newton Abbot 01626 354775 Usual Suspect @ The Coach House, Paignton – 01803 558766 Exeter Pride 2012 @ The Phoenix, Exeter – 01392 667080 Jai Rocks @ The Dolphin Inn, Kenton 01626 891371 Nightvision DJ night @ Ryan's Bar, Torquay - 01803 292520

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