Top Picks
Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.
10 picks around Woodbury, from 6 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.
1Free! (worth double-checking)at Stoke Gabriel Boating Association
Come along and join in with other club members and enjoy a BBQ at the clubhouse. It's timed to coincide with Sunday Sailing & Boating - so you can go for a sail or paddle and then stay around to socialise with like-minded club members.
2Free! (worth double-checking)Across the weekend of the 25th & 26th of July Bowlore will be performing two shows per day - one archery, one weapons (both approximately 45 mins+) showing the use of a range of arrowheads and edged hand/pole weapons from the whole medieval period, including choreographed combat and sharp-sword cutting demonstrations. The shows will be fully commentated and include plenty of history, humour and audience participation elements. Between shows there will be have-a-go archery and sword-school (suitable for all ages, for a small fee) plus a hands-on display of weapons and armour, talks and Q&A, set within their medieval tented encampment. This event is included with the cost of admission and Glastonbury Abbey members can enjoy it free of charge (additional charges apply for have a go activities). Save on the cost of admission by ordering in advance online. Buy Admission
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3Free! (worth double-checking)Across the weekend of the 25th & 26th of July Bowlore will be performing two shows per day - one archery, one weapons (both approximately 45 mins+) showing the use of a range of arrowheads and edged hand/pole weapons from the whole medieval period, including choreographed combat and sharp-sword cutting demonstrations. The shows will be fully commentated and include plenty of history, humour and audience participation elements. Between shows there will be have-a-go archery and sword-school (suitable for all ages, for a small fee) plus a hands-on display of weapons and armour, talks and Q&A, set within their medieval tented encampment. This event is included with the cost of admission and Glastonbury Abbey members can enjoy it free of charge (additional charges apply for have a go activities). Save on the cost of admission by ordering in advance online. Buy Admission
4Free! (worth double-checking)Across the weekend of the 25th & 26th of July Bowlore will be performing two shows per day - one archery, one weapons (both approximately 45 mins+) showing the use of a range of arrowheads and edged hand/pole weapons from the whole medieval period, including choreographed combat and sharp-sword cutting demonstrations. The shows will be fully commentated and include plenty of history, humour and audience participation elements. Between shows there will be have-a-go archery and sword-school (suitable for all ages, for a small fee) plus a hands-on display of weapons and armour, talks and Q&A, set within their medieval tented encampment. This event is included with the cost of admission and Glastonbury Abbey members can enjoy it free of charge (additional charges apply for have a go activities). Save on the cost of admission by ordering in advance online. Buy Admission
5Free! (worth double-checking)Tuesday 25th July 10 am to 1 pm Come and join us for a social get together while we paint or draw or 'make' . We are holding the first two out at Looedown in Susie's lovely summer house overlooking their orchard. No charge - tea, coffee and cake included. Just message or give me a call to let me know if you can come along and I can give you the address. Hoping to see you there. Ann
6Free! (worth double-checking)Tuesday 25th July 10 am to 1 pm Come and join us for a social get together while we paint or draw or 'make' . We are holding the first two out at Looedown in Susie's lovely summer house overlooking their orchard. No charge - tea, coffee and cake included. Just message or give me a call to let me know if you can come along and I can give you the address. Hoping to see you there. Ann
7Free! (worth double-checking)Your next obsession is live and free. Want to see the next big thing before anyone else? Our Sunday night music sessions from 3 – 5 pm are where you discover genuine, local talent. This time, we welcome Rob C to the Yard. Seriously, this awesome event is totally free!
8Free! (worth double-checking)Entry for two people & one Cocktail/Mocktail each from our menu.
9Free! (worth double-checking)Imagine, design, build. For children aged 5 and over. A free event
10Free! (worth double-checking)Steelbrew Reimagined is a modern, visually-driven website frontend.
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