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The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Sowden, East.

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Walk Right Back - The Everly Brothers Story

Brace yourself for a thrilling journey from their roots in Kentucky to their glorious reunion at London’s Royal Albert Hall, boasting signature guitar riffs and those unforgettable harmonies, and featuring smash-hits like ‘Bye Bye Love,’ ‘Wake Up Little Susie’ and ‘All I Have To Do Is Dream’, each rendition is performed with infectious energy and captures the heartfelt essence of The Everly Brothers.

Wed 22 JulQueen's Theatre(1.1mi)

via Queen's TheatreLocal gem

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22nd July 2026

Chelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here) is putting on 22nd July 2026 and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Wed 22 JulChelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)(2.8mi)

via Chelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)Local gem

Community

Leavers Assembly

We've tracked down Leavers Assembly at Orchard Vale Community School. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Wed 22 Jul10:00Orchard Vale Community School(0.4mi)

via Orchard Vale Community SchoolLocal gem

Community

Summer Holidays start

The full scoop on Summer Holidays start lives over on Orchard Vale Community School's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Thu 23 JulOrchard Vale Community School(0.4mi)

via Orchard Vale Community SchoolLocal gem

Community

An Audience with Bob Champion: Sporting Legend & Grand National Winning Jockey

Best known for his triumphant victory in the 1981 Grand National aboard Aldaniti — just two years after overcoming cancer — Bob’s story is one of sheer determination, courage, and heart. More than just a jockey, Bob is a national hero whose legacy continues through his tireless work with the Bob Champion Cancer Trust.

Thu 23 JulQueen's Theatre(1.1mi)

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23rd July 2026

Spotted 23rd July 2026 on Chelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)'s listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Thu 23 JulChelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)(2.8mi)

via Chelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)Local gem

Community

The Drink Exchange

Prebook your ticket now for entry before midnight. Please arrive in time tickets will be void after time stated.

Fri 24 JulLabyrinth Barnstaple(1mi)

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Community

Drag Bingo - Hosted by the one and only Queen, Ivory

Drag Bingo Is Coming To Labs!Hosted by the one and only QUEEN, IVORY!Expect - BINGO, COMEDY,...

Fri 24 JulLabyrinth Barnstaple(1mi)

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Beyond The Barricade

Beyond the Barricade, the UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour, is back. Join the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have made audiences return over and over again for more than 25 years. Enjoy numbers from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, West Side Story, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon, Hamilton and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Misérables!

Fri 24 JulQueen's Theatre(1.1mi)

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Community

Trance Day Party

The Trance Day Party is coming! Calling all ravers and hands-in-the-air dance floor...

Sat 25 JulLabyrinth Barnstaple(1mi)

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Community

Around £19.95

Revelry Saturdays

Step into the Labyrinth, where every turn tempts and every beat seduces, then lose yourself in the...

Sat 25 JulLabyrinth Barnstaple(1mi)

via Labyrinth BarnstapleLocal gem

It’s Not a Game - Starring award-winning Illusionists Jay & Joss

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Around £2.00

It’s Not a Game - Starring award-winning Illusionists Jay & Joss

Jay & Joss are the award-winning illusionists who stunned the judges on Britain's Got Talent. Now they’re back with a mind-bending new show - a chance to sit back and leave real life behind!

Sat 25 JulQueen's Theatre(1.1mi)

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25th July 2026

Chelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here) is being delightfully mysterious about 25th July 2026. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Sat 25 JulChelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)(2.8mi)

via Chelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)Local gem

Religion & Spirituality

Bible Study Group

St Peter and St Mary Magdalene's monthly Bible study group.

Sat 25 Jul12:00St Peter and Mary Magdalene Parish Church(1.1mi)

via St Peter and Mary Magdalene Parish ChurchLocal gem

Community

Cars & Coffee

Join us for our Cars and Coffee meet, a relaxed morning meet open to everyone. From classic favourites to modern builds, all cars are welcome. Come along, enjoy a brew and chat with fellow enthusiasts in a friendly community setting.

Sun 26 JulIdle Car Club(2.4mi)

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26th July 2026

Chelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here) hasn't given us the full script, but 26th July 2026 has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Sun 26 JulChelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)(2.8mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Evensong

Evensong Occurring for 1 hour Venue St Brendan Address Brendon, EX35 6LG, United Kingdom Please join us for this Evensong service. Evening Worship/Prayer

Sun 26 Jul18:00St Brendan's Church, Brendon(1.1mi)

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Venues with events near Sowden, East

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

Labyrinth Barnstaple1.0 mile away Queen's Theatre1.1 miles away Chelfham Station L&B Railway (No Trains Here)2.8 miles away

More about Sowden, East

Devon, England

Sowden in East Devon sits quietly beside the coast but never lets the world slip away unnoticed. Without any big venues to shout about, we make do with local community halls and village pubs that know exactly how to keep things lively on a damp Tuesday evening. It is a place where you can find a quiz night or a family gathering without needing to drive far from home. There are no crowds here to worry about, just friendly neighbours passing the word along. We pull together whatever local groups have planned so you do not waste time hunting for details elsewhere. Even if the programme feels small, it is exactly what this corner of Devon needs right now.

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