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Community

Community Kitchen

06 aug 6:30 pm 8:00 pm Repeating Event Community Kitchen All parishioners welcome to enjoy a free meal and good company from 18:30 onwards

Thu 6 Aug18:30Gittisham Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Gittisham Village HallCurated

Food & Drink

Beer Eats Boutique

An evening of food, good company and fabulous views. Join the locals and toast the sunset, picnic on the beach or find a seat at the table with us. We’ll bring fresh street food from around the world to the iconic fishing village of Beer on the first Friday of the summer months.

Fri 7 Aug16:00Eats Boutique(3mi)

via Eats Boutique

Community

Natter and Nibbles

At Gittisham Farm House raising funds for the Church 10am till 12 am Raffle and VIllage Memories

Sat 8 Aug10:00Gittisham Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Gittisham Village HallCurated

Community

Community Kitchen

13 aug 6:30 pm 8:00 pm Repeating Event Community Kitchen All parishioners welcome to enjoy a free meal and good company from 18:30 onwards

Thu 13 Aug18:30Gittisham Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Gittisham Village HallCurated

SHERBORNE EVENT | Henrietta - Sophie Irwin, Book Launch

Community

Around £25

SHERBORNE EVENT | Henrietta - Sophie Irwin, Book Launch

Thursday 13th August, 6.30pm for 7pm at the Butterfly House, Castle Gardens, Sherborne DT9 5NR Join us as we celebrate the publication of best-selling author, Sophie Irwin's latest novel. Henrietta is the new authorised novel from Georgette Heyer, the original queen of regency romance - written by Sunday times bestsell

Thu 13 Aug20:00Winstone's Books(3.1mi)

via Winstone's BooksLocal gem

Community

Sew Together Friday

with Zoë 14th August 2026 10am - 3.00pm Sew, what would you like to do next? A whole day to overcome a ‘brick wall’ solve a problem you might be having with a piece of work, perfect new skills, build confidence during a relaxed, friendly day of dedicated sewing and meet like-minded Thimblestitchers. These monthly sessions are for those wanting to work at their own pace on their own individual projects and have a tutor on hand to inspire, guide and encourage. Unfortunately this is not a class for total beginners, curtain making or dressmaking. Before you book online please drop me an email or phone, just to check that there is a space also please provide details of your project. Please get in touch if you would like more information about this monthly group. Workroom: Please be aware that the workroom is upstairs with a kitchen and toilet on the same floor. Level: Need to have a basic level of sewing ability ie not a total beginner Requirements: Bring everything you need to finish / start project or there is the shop! Follow on Classes: Monthly

Fri 14 Aug11:00Thimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.8mi)

via Thimblestitch at Zoë’sLocal gem

SHERBORNE EVENT | Geography of Heaven - Rory Maclean

Community

Around £25

SHERBORNE EVENT | Geography of Heaven - Rory Maclean

Thursday 14th August, 6.30pm for 7pm at the Butterfly House, Castle Gardens, Sherborne DT9 5NR 'A magnificent, heartfelt love story: a quest both ancient and entirely original' - Jay Griffiths 'An epic of travel and a rich testament to an enduring love' - Colin Thubron Five years ago Rory MacLean set out on a path with

Fri 14 Aug20:00Winstone's Books(3.1mi)

via Winstone's BooksLocal gem

Community

Sunday Sew Together

with Zoë 16th August 9.30am - 3pm Sew, what would you like to do next? A whole day to overcome a ‘brick wall’ solve a problem you might be having with a piece of work, perfect new skills, build confidence during a relaxed, friendly day of dedicated sewing and meet like-minded Thimblestitchers. These monthly sessions are for those wanting to work at their own pace on their own individual projects and have a tutor on hand to inspire, guide and encourage. Unfortunately this is not a class for total beginners, curtain making or dressmaking. Before you book online please drop me an email or phone, just to check that there is a space also please provide details of your project. Please get in touch if you would like more information about this monthly group. Workroom: Please be aware that the workroom is upstairs with a kitchen and toilet on the same floor. Level: Need to have a basic level of sewing ability ie not a total beginner Requirements: Bring everything you need to finish / start project or there is the shop! Follow on Classes: Monthly

Sun 16 AugThimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.8mi)

via Thimblestitch at Zoë’sLocal gem

Community

Amplio Training Scheduled Courses

Currently scheduled Amplio Training courses

Wed 19 AugAmplio Training - First Aid , Health & Safety, Social Care, Hospitality and Mental Health Training Sidmouth(2.5mi)

via Amplio Training - First Aid , Health & Safety, Social Care, Hospitality and Mental Health Training SidmouthLocal gem

Community

Community Kitchen

20 aug 6:30 pm 8:00 pm Repeating Event Community Kitchen All parishioners welcome to enjoy a free meal and good company from 18:30 onwards

Thu 20 Aug18:30Gittisham Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Gittisham Village HallCurated

Children & FamilyFood & Drink

Lyme Eats Boutique

An evening of food, good company and fabulous views. Join the locals and toast the sunset, picnic on the beach or find a seat at the table with us. We’ll bring fresh street food from around the world to the Pearl of Jurassic Coast - Lyme Regis, on the third Friday of the summer months.

Fri 21 Aug16:00Eats Boutique(3mi)

via Eats Boutique

Community

Community Kitchen

27 aug 6:30 pm 8:00 pm Repeating Event Community Kitchen All parishioners welcome to enjoy a free meal and good company from 18:30 onwards

Thu 27 Aug18:30Gittisham Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Gittisham Village HallCurated

Community

Around £12

Open Days

Cadhay is open to the public every Friday throughout the summer. Come and explore the house and gardens.

Sun 30 AugCadhay(4.2mi)

via CadhayLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Dressmaking 6 week Course – Afternoon Add your name to the waiting List

with Karen Fanzo Thursday 3rd September 2026 for 6 weeks from 1.00 - 3.00 pm Grab your sewing kit, fabric, pattern and join us for this relaxed and friendly class with a very talented tutor Take your learning at your own pace with your choice of project. For beginners we recommend a basic skirt, simple trousers or simple children’s wear to help you gain confidence in your skills in a practical and encouraging way. If you already have experience but feel slightly rusty then choose a pattern to reflect your level of skill. Or the more experienced could push themselves with their project. The dates for the 6 weeks are the: 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th September 1st & 8th October Workroom: Please be aware that the workroom is upstairs with a kitchen and toilet on the same floor. Level: Karens classes are aimed at all levels of ability Requirements: Karen will give you a ring before the class Follow on Classes: The classes will resume after September

Thu 3 Sept14:00Thimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.8mi)

via Thimblestitch at Zoë’sLocal gem

Community

Community Kitchen

03 sep 6:30 pm 8:00 pm Repeating Event Community Kitchen All parishioners welcome to enjoy a free meal and good company from 18:30 onwards

Thu 3 Sept18:30Gittisham Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Gittisham Village HallCurated

Workshops & Classes

Dressmaking 6 week Course – Evening Add your name to the waiting List

with Karen Fanzo Thursday 3rd September 2026 for 6 weeks from 7.00 - 9.00pm Grab your sewing kit, fabric, pattern and join us for this relaxed and friendly class with a very talented tutor Take your learning at your own pace with your choice of project. For beginners we recommend a basic skirt, simple trousers or simple children’s wear to help you gain confidence in your skills in a practical and encouraging way. If you already have experience but feel slightly rusty then choose a pattern to reflect your level of skill. Or the more experienced could push themselves with their project. The dates for the 6 weeks are the: 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th September 1st & 8th October Workroom: Please be aware that the workroom is upstairs with a kitchen and toilet on the same floor. Level: Karens classes are aimed at all levels of ability Requirements: Karen will give you a ring before the class Follow on Classes: The classes will continue after September

Thu 3 Sept20:00Thimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.8mi)

via Thimblestitch at Zoë’sLocal gem

Food & Drink

Beer Eats Boutique

Fri 4 Sept16:00Eats Boutique(3mi)

via Eats Boutique

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Venues with events near Cotford

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Eats Boutique3.0 miles away Amplio Training - First Aid , Health & Safety, Social Care, Hospitality and Mental Health Training Sidmouth2.5 miles away

More about Cotford

Devon, England

Cotford is in Devon, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Cotford events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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Community Kitchen

Beer Eats Boutique

Natter and Nibbles

Community Kitchen

SHERBORNE EVENT | Henrietta - Sophie Irwin, Book Launch

Sew Together Friday

SHERBORNE EVENT | Geography of Heaven - Rory Maclean

Sunday Sew Together

Amplio Training Scheduled Courses

Community Kitchen

Lyme Eats Boutique

Community Kitchen

Open Days

Dressmaking 6 week Course – Afternoon Add your name to the waiting List

Community Kitchen

Dressmaking 6 week Course – Evening Add your name to the waiting List

Beer Eats Boutique

Venues with events near Cotford

More about Cotford

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What's on near Cotford, in your inbox

Community Kitchen

Beer Eats Boutique

Natter and Nibbles

Community Kitchen

SHERBORNE EVENT | Henrietta - Sophie Irwin, Book Launch

Sew Together Friday

SHERBORNE EVENT | Geography of Heaven - Rory Maclean

Sunday Sew Together

Amplio Training Scheduled Courses

Community Kitchen

Lyme Eats Boutique

Community Kitchen

Open Days

Dressmaking 6 week Course – Afternoon Add your name to the waiting List

Community Kitchen

Dressmaking 6 week Course – Evening Add your name to the waiting List

Beer Eats Boutique