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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(2.9mi)

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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(0.8mi)

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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(4.3mi)

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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(2.9mi)

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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(4.3mi)

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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 4 Sept16:00Eats Boutique(2.1mi)

via Eats Boutique

Live Music

Gittisham Fete

Live music, Cream Teas, Dog Show, Classic cars & much more

Sat 5 Sept02:00Gittisham Village Hall(2.9mi)

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Community

Time

Gittisham Village Hall is hosting and we're spreading the word. Time — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Sat 5 Sept03:00Gittisham Village Hall(2.9mi)

via Gittisham Village HallCurated

Religion & Spirituality

Church Day Away

Church Day Away We\'re having a Church Day Away on Saturday, 5th September at Kilmington Baptist Church and we\'d love to see you there. We\'ll have time for worship and prayer, Adrian will be speaking on moving \'Forward in Faith\', and we\'ve also given room for fun, friendship and eating together. So, whether you\'ve been...\n

Sat 5 Sept10:00The Community Church(5mi)

via The Community Church

Community

Around £100

Workshops

Celebrate earth day with us! Join us for a full day next spring at Dingle Dell. I will cover all aspects of building in new cob, including choosing the correct soil and making adjustments to what you have available as necessary, different methods of mixing including by foot and by machine, then showing you how to use this mix to build a wall or even your own cob pizza oven. We will also look at building a conventional building with the same mix.

Sat 5 Sept10:30Build Something Beautiful(0.8mi)

via Build Something BeautifulLocal gem

Community

Mirrorlicious with Karen Fanzo

with Karen Fanzo Date: Saturday 5th September Time: 10:00 – 3:30pm Fancy making this fabulous mirror to fit in with your decor using a variety of techniques. Karen will be on hand during the day to guide you through the process. There is a small piece of freemotion, karen will have designs for you to use on the day or you can design your own ie a design taken from something in the room you would like to hang your mirror. Depends how adventurous you feel. A kit will be available with all you need and an extra kit for different braids/fabrics or you can supply your own if you already have a supply of luscious bits and bobs. Level: This course is perfect for beginners but a small knowledge of freemotion embroidery would be helpful. Workroom: Please be aware that the workroom is upstairs with a kitchen and toilet on the same floor. Requirements: The requirements list will be sent out in plenty of time for the class. You will also need a sewing machine in good working order & freemotion foot.

Sat 5 Sept11:00Thimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.3mi)

via Thimblestitch at Zoë’sLocal gem

Theatre

By Annie Play Day

with Julie Selby Sunday 6th September 2026 9:30 – 3.30 This class is open to returning students who have unfinished projects to start/finish of By Annie Patterns. Level: Improver Workroom: Please be aware that the workroom is upstairs with a kitchen and toilet on the same floor. Requirements: Follow on Classes:

Sun 6 Sept10:30Thimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.3mi)

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Community

Community Kitchen

10 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 10 Sept18:30Gittisham Village Hall(2.9mi)

via Gittisham Village HallCurated

Sports & FitnessWorkshops & Classes

Open Water Swimming Course

A 5-week open water swimming course

Fri 11 SeptSidmouth Leisure Centre(4.3mi)

via Sidmouth Leisure CentreLocal gem

Community

Friday Sew Together

with Zoë 11th 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.

Fri 11 Sept11:00Thimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.3mi)

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Community

Sew Together Friday

11th September 2026 10.00 am - 3.00 pm 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 good 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:

Fri 11 Sept11:00Thimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.3mi)

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Community

3 Dimensional Appliqué & Embroidery Hoop with Caroline Michelle – New Date

with Caroline Michelle Saturday 12th September 10.00 - 4pm In Carolines workshop, enjoy creating 3 Dimensional freemotion embroidery designs. You will learn how to develop your basic raw edge applique skills and take them to the next level! This workshop is ideally suited if you have already completed the beginners class or have tried the technique before. With a variety of designs to choose from at different skill levels, this in-depth class covers everything you need to know to make your designs really pop out from your finished framed hoop design. You will be guided through each step carefully and methodically to successfully transfer your chosen image into a lovely finished picture. It’s a great way to use up all those fabric scraps you have been saving at home. Images, tracing paper and embroidery hoops are supplied This workshop is taught by Caroline Michelle who is a Textile artist specialising in freemotion embroidery. Check out her website https://www.carolinemichelletextileart.co.uk for more info. Level: Not Beginners but you do need to have already learned the basics of Free motion Workroom: Please be aware that the workroom is upstairs with a kitchen and toilet on the same floor. Requirements: The requirements list will be sent out in plenty of time for the class. You will need a sewing machine, freemotion foot Follow on Classes: Freemotion Embroidery Christmas Crafts Workshop - October 23rd There is limited spaces on this class

Sat 12 SeptThimblestitch at Zoë’s(4.3mi)

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Venues with events near Ottery St Mary

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

Gittisham Village Hall2.9 miles away Cadhay0.8 miles away Build Something Beautiful0.8 miles away

More about Ottery St Mary

Devon, England

Ottery St Mary has nearby local names including Ottery St Mary Heritage Museum, The Institute and Cadhay. We gather the dates around them together, because local plans can be historical, creative or simply a good reason to explore the town. Near Here keeps event details around Ottery St Mary in one handy view so you can see what's happening without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you head out.

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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

Gittisham Fete

Time

Church Day Away

Workshops

Mirrorlicious with Karen Fanzo

By Annie Play Day

Community Kitchen

Open Water Swimming Course

Friday Sew Together

Sew Together Friday

3 Dimensional Appliqué & Embroidery Hoop with Caroline Michelle – New Date

Venues with events near Ottery St Mary

More about Ottery St Mary

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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

Gittisham Fete

Time

Church Day Away

Workshops

Mirrorlicious with Karen Fanzo

By Annie Play Day

Community Kitchen

Open Water Swimming Course

Friday Sew Together

Sew Together Friday

3 Dimensional Appliqué & Embroidery Hoop with Caroline Michelle – New Date