Future Events
We'll be looking at how we can offer a range of events for 2022 but at the moment it's not really practical. But we're working on children's activities, family events, walks and talks, self-led trails and special guest appearances by experts.
Keep watching our social media for the most up-to-date news!
Past Events
Charles Inniss talk on Fishing, The Torridge and The Pub
When: Thursday 23rd August 2018
Where: The Museum in the market house
Time: 14.30 – 16.00 (Refreshments served from 14.00)
Cost: £3.00.
Suitability: Family Friendly
Booking: Use the Contact page to book or call 01805 938008
Charles Inniss was, for many years, proprietor of the Half Moon Inn at Sheepwash. A life long Salmon and Sea Trout angler, Charles also ran 10 miles of the River Torridge, was secretary of the Torridge Angling Association, and knows much regarding the angling history of this classic game fishing river.
Come and have your picture taken in the Pillory or dressed in Civil War costume.
When: Tuesday 21st August 2018
There are more fun events taking place in the Pannier Market on the same day.
Where: The Museum in the market house
Time: 10.30 – 16.00
Suitability: Family Friendly
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- Dr Colin Byfleet
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- Ed Crumpton
Rope and Knots: A presentation by Dr. Colin Byfleet and Local Artist, Ed Crumpton.
When: Thursday 16th August 2018
Where: The Museum in the market house
Time: 18.30 – 20.30
Cost: £3.00.
Suitability: Family Friendly
Booking: Use the Contact page to book or call 01805 938008
Dr. Colin Byfleet, ex-President and current Treasurer of the International Guild of Knot Tyers, will talk about his interested in all things to do with knots including the history, maths and science behind knots. He will also talk about creating a living from making boat fenders and bell-ropes, and everything in between.
Ed Crumpton will give a demonstration using the ropemaking machine in the museum and talk about his interest in rope as a medium and the processes behind creating his art. Ed’s ‘Mariners Way‘ knotted rope sculpture, commissioned by and sited at Exeter University, formed part of a two year project researching and responding creatively to this ancient walkway, which took mariners looking for work, from Bideford to Dartmouth and back. Edward has made many varied and interesting rope sculptures, always pushing the boundaries in his ropemaking and knotting skills. Not limited to rope, Ed will also talk about his painting and wood engraving.
Harry Juniper, local potter of international acclaim
When: 26th July 2018
Where: The Museum in the market house
Time: 18.30 – 20.30
Cost: £3.00. Proceeds go to help the Museum
Suitability: Family Friendly
Booking: Use the Contact page to book or call 01805 938008
Harry Juniper has kindly agreed to come to the museum and talk about his pottery, life in Devon and how he arrived in Torrington as an evacuee during WW2. He will also be showing a short film recorded about him by the BBC.
The River Torridge and future conservation plans
When: 5th July 2018
Where: The Museum in the market house
Time: 18.30 – 20.30
Cost: £3.00. Proceeds go to Men’s Sheds and the Museum
Suitability: Family Friendly
Booking: Use the Contact page to book or call 01805 938008
Alan Crawley, committee member of the Commons Conservators, will be talking about the wildlife in and around the river and what the Conservators are planning to achieve in the future.