Reader Group – meets on the 4th Monday of the month, (except August, September and December. NB: March meeting will be 4th April due to the Bank Holiday). 2.15pm – 4.15pm. FREE Reader Groups are free to join for all adult (over 16) members of the library, and you can attend whichever meeting is convenient … Continue reading Reader Group
Trip to Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth Wednesday 29th, 1.30pm tour starts (Lasts approx 2 ¼ hrs) £8.50 for the tour, plus £6.50 for cream tea at the end (optional but please state on booking whether you would like a cream tea). Britannia Royal Naval College has been training Royal Naval officers on this site … Continue reading Trip to Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth
South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Devon Greater Horseshoe Bat project Join us for a walk around the coastline to Berry Head and discover what makes this area so important for the rare greater horseshow bat. We will look at the landscape features which help make this such a good habitat for them … Continue reading Berry Head Bats – landscape and lore!
Local History Group – meets on the 2nd Monday of the month, every month 10:30 - 12:00 If you have a passion for local history and would like to research the history of Brixham and Torbay with like-minded folk, come along and join us at our monthly meetings. If you are also interested in Ancestry, … Continue reading Local History Group
Sunday Walks with Phil Trayhorn Soar Mill Cove Walk. Park at the Airstrip car park. Meet at 10.30am. Please bring packed lunch. Dogs welcome, but must be kept on lead.
Reader Group – meets on the 4th Monday of the month, (except August, September and December. NB: March meeting will be 4th April due to the Bank Holiday). 2.15pm – 4.15pm. FREE Reader Groups are free to join for all adult (over 16) members of the library, and you can attend whichever meeting is convenient … Continue reading Reader Group
Local History Group – meets on the 2nd Monday of the month, every month 10:30 - 12:00 If you have a passion for local history and would like to research the history of Brixham and Torbay with like-minded folk, come along and join us at our monthly meetings. If you are also interested in Ancestry, … Continue reading Local History Group
Summer Craft Activities for children Wednesdays 17th, 24th and 31st, 10.00 – 11.00am and 11.30-12.30pm. FREE Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.
Summer Craft Activities for children Wednesdays 17th, 24th and 31st, 10.00 – 11.00am and 11.30-12.30pm. FREE Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.
Summer Craft Activities for children Wednesdays 17th, 24th and 31st, 10.00 – 11.00am and 11.30-12.30pm. FREE Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.
Summer Craft Activities for children Wednesdays 17th, 24th and 31st, 10.00 – 11.00am and 11.30-12.30pm. FREE Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.
Summer Craft Activities for children Wednesdays 17th, 24th and 31st, 10.00 – 11.00am and 11.30-12.30pm. FREE Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.
Summer Craft Activities for children Wednesdays 17th, 24th and 31st, 10.00 – 11.00am and 11.30-12.30pm. FREE Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.
Saturday 3rd September, 11.30 depart, return approx 4.30pm. Deposit required on booking Price will range between £18 - £21.50 per person, depending on how many places are booked. Join us for a fabulous canoe trip from Tuckenhay in 9 or 12 man canoes. We stop en route at Stoke Gabriel for an ice-cream and coffee, … Continue reading Canoe trip on the River Dart
Local History Group – meets on the 2nd Monday of the month, every month 10:30 - 12:00 If you have a passion for local history and would like to research the history of Brixham and Torbay with like-minded folk, come along and join us at our monthly meetings. If you are also interested in Ancestry, … Continue reading Local History Group
BBQ at Breakwater Beach Bistro Friday 23rd, 7pm. Tickets £12 members, £14 non members. The evening at the Breakwater has become a bit of a tradition, so join us for another fantastic evening at this fabulous venue. Tickets available from the Library (853870) or the Bistro (856738).
Winter Estuary Birdwatch with Mike Langman £8 members, £10 non members Friday 18th, 10am – 12.30pm Meeting location: Darts Farm, lower car park below the RSPB shop at 10am. Finish back at Darts Farm 12.30pm, just in time for lunch. The vast expanses of mud on the Exe Estuary provides feeding for thousands of waders … Continue reading Winter Estuary Birdwatch with Mike Langman
Concert with Mike Cosgrave and Steve Banks £8 members, £10 non members – price includes free welcome drink! Friday 18th November, doors open 7pm for 7.30pm start – (approx) 9.30pm Join two of Devon’s finest musicians, Mike Cosgrave (Sin é, Jackie Leven, Jackie Oates) and Steve Banks (Maddy Prior & the Carnival Band, Blue Jewel) … Continue reading Concert with Mike Cosgrave and Steve Banks
Meet: 10.30am. At Stoke Point car park. Route: St Peter's Church. Coast. Lord Revelstoke's Drive. Noss Mayo, calling into the Ship Inn. SX 556465 and return to Stoke Point car park. 7.5 miles. (Not too strenuous a walk ) For Stoke Point car park, follow Stoke Road south from Noss Mayo, continuing as the road … Continue reading Walk with Phil Trayhorn
Join Mitch at his restaurant Rockfish for a cookery demonstration and talk (Please contact the restaurant if you wish to book lunch after the demo) members £7.50, non-members £10
Wednesday 15th, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am – 12.30pm A fun-filled activity with stories and crafts with a visit from the Dogs’ Trust. It’s free and an opportunity for children to have fun in their library.
Wednesday 15th, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am – 12.30pm A fun-filled activity with stories and crafts with a visit from the Dogs’ Trust. It’s free and an opportunity for children to have fun in their library.
Meets on the 4th Monday of the month (except August and September) 2.15pm – 4.15pmFREE Reader Groups are free to join for all adult (over 16) members of the library, and you can attend whichever meeting is convenient for you. We provide limited copies of each title on the reading list, but you are welcome … Continue reading Brixham Library Readers Group
Thursday 16th, 10.30am – 11.30am Donations welcome People with dementia sometimes need a helping hand to go about their daily lives. Dementia Friends is giving people an understanding of dementia and the small things they can do that can make a difference to people living with the condition. Come along to this interactive session to … Continue reading Dementia Awareness Workshop
South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Talks £5 members, £7 non members per week Wednesdays 22nd and 29th, 2pm – 3.30pm Wednesday 22nd – Naturally Beautiful with Nicky Bailey, AONB Community Projects Officer Come along for an introduction to the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in particular the work that they do … Continue reading South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Talks – Session One
Meets on the 4th Monday of the month (except August and September) 2.15pm – 4.15pmFREE Reader Groups are free to join for all adult (over 16) members of the library, and you can attend whichever meeting is convenient for you. We provide limited copies of each title on the reading list, but you are welcome … Continue reading Brixham Library Readers Group
South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Talks £5 members, £7 non members per week Wednesdays 22nd and 29th, 2pm – 3.30pm Wednesday 22nd – Naturally Beautiful with Nicky Bailey, AONB Community Projects Officer Come along for an introduction to the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in particular the work that they do … Continue reading South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Talks – Session Two
Children’s Easter Holiday Craft Activity FREE Wednesday 5th, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am –12.30pm A fun-filled activity with stories and crafts. It’s free and another opportunity for children to have fun in their library.
Children’s Easter Holiday Craft Activity FREE Wednesday 5th, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am –12.30pm A fun-filled activity with stories and crafts. It’s free and another opportunity for children to have fun in their library.
Tour of Greenway Gardens with John Risdon Wednesday 19th, 2.00pm – 3.30pm Talk fee: £5 members, £7 non members, plus entry to gardens which is free for National Trust Members and £10.25 for non NT members. Meet in Greenway car park; please book your own parking space by calling Greenway on 842382. Please car share … Continue reading Tour of Greenway Gardens with John Risdon
World Book Night Poetry Workshop with Suzy Miles FREE for members, £3 non members Thursday 20th, 10.30am – 12.30pm. Award-winning poet Suzy Miles will be leading a poetry workshop to celebrate World Book Night. Be inspired to write poetry, whether it’s your first time or not, or just come along and enjoy poetry at … Continue reading World Book Night Poetry Workshop with Suzy Miles
Meets on the 4th Monday of the month (except August and September) 2.15pm – 4.15pmFREE Reader Groups are free to join for all adult (over 16) members of the library, and you can attend whichever meeting is convenient for you. We provide limited copies of each title on the reading list, but you are welcome … Continue reading Brixham Library Readers Group
FoBL and Brixham Arts & Theatre Society present ‘Lost in the Lamplight' - Rich and wonderful stories for world-weary adults in Brixham Theatre Friday 28th, 7.30pm £10 members, £12 non members (£14 on the door, so buy in advance!). Tickets available from Brixham Theatre Many people assume storytelling is only for children. That’s not true! … Continue reading FoBL and Brixham Arts & Theatre Society present ‘Lost in the Lamplight’
A Cat Weatherill story telling event in Brixham Library – Jack’s Diamond & Other Salty Stories Saturday 29th, 10.00am – 11.00am FREE Admission Suitable for 5 – 8 year olds Join author and storyteller Cat Weatherill for salty tales of pirates, ghosts and miraculous lamps that burn at the bottom of the ocean. Wear … Continue reading A Cat Weatherill Story Telling Event in Brixham Library – Jack’s Diamond & Other Salty Stories
Brixham Orpheus Male Voice Choir and One Accord Concert at St Mary’s Saturday 29th April, 7.00pm Tickets are £5.00 in advance (please phone the BOMVC Concert Secretary 850642) or £8.00 each on the door The BOMVC are very keen to support FoBL and the proceeds of this concert are going towards FoBL funds for a … Continue reading Brixham Orpheus Male Voice Choir and One Accord Concert at St Mary’s
Bluebells, Crests & Dusk Chorus with Mike Langman £5 members, £7 non members Wednesday 3rd, 6.00pm – 9.00pm Meet at Noss car park (just before the Dartmouth higher ferry). Bring a drink and a snack. Come and explore the National Trust’s Long Wood near Noss Marina when bluebells should be at their best. This impressive … Continue reading Bluebells, Crests & Dusk Chorus with Mike Langman
Redstarts and Cuckoos on Dartmoor with Mike Langman £8 members, £10 non members Friday 12th, 10.00am – 12.30pm Meet: Warren house Inn. Parking available outside Pub or in Bennett’s Cross car park 200m East of the Pub. Bring a packed lunch or perhaps enjoy a pub meal. A bird rich and beautiful walk (approx. 2miles) … Continue reading Redstarts and Cuckoos on Dartmoor with Mike Langman
Meets on the 4th Monday of the month (except August and September) 2.15pm – 4.15pmFREE Reader Groups are free to join for all adult (over 16) members of the library, and you can attend whichever meeting is convenient for you. We provide limited copies of each title on the reading list, but you are welcome … Continue reading Brixham Library Readers Group
Children’s Half Term Craft Activity FREE Wednesday 31st, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am – 12.30pm. A fun-filled activity with stories and crafts. It’s free and another opportunity for children to have fun in their library.
Children’s Half Term Craft Activity FREE Wednesday 31st, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am – 12.30pm. A fun-filled activity with stories and crafts. It’s free and another opportunity for children to have fun in their library.
Meets on the 4th Monday of the month (except August and September) 2.15pm – 4.15pmFREE Reader Groups are free to join for all adult (over 16) members of the library, and you can attend whichever meeting is convenient for you. We provide limited copies of each title on the reading list, but you are welcome … Continue reading Brixham Library Readers Group
Evening at Berry Head Guardhouse Café with Folk Inspired Wednesday 28th June 6.00pm – 9.00pm £10 members, £12 non members After fabulous evenings at the Guardhouse Café for the last few years, the Friends are looking forward to another beautiful evening on Berry Head with fantastic food. By popular demand, music will be provided by … Continue reading Evening at Berry Head Guardhouse Café with Folk Inspired
Nightjars and Glow Worms with Mike Langman £5 members, £7 non members Wednesday 5th, 8.00pm – 10.00pm Meet: Ideford Common, Haldon car park - lift share essential as car park small! (Grid Reference SX903784) An evening bird watch on Ideford Common – enjoy a stroll around this beautiful heathland looking for some of its special … Continue reading Nightjars and Glow Worms with Mike Langman
Summer Garden Party at the Eastments’ £10 members, £12 non members Saturday 8th, 12.00 – 3.00pm Join some very kind FoBL members who are hosting a Garden Party to raise money for more comfortable seating for FoBL events. Come and enjoy a lovely summer party! Tickets include a buffet lunch with wine/soft drinks and musical … Continue reading Summer Garden Party
AGM with a talk from John Risdon FREE Tuesday 11th July 6.15pm – 8.30pm Join the FoBL for their Annual General Meeting and hear about the past year and plans for the future. John Risdon will be giving one of his fabulous illustrated talks, this time on his Great Atlantic Adventure. Come along and support … Continue reading AGM With A Talk From John Risdon
Sailing Trip on Vigilance £20 members, £25 non members. Payment required in advance. Saturday 15th, 9.30am meet for 10am departure – 1.00pm. Please note spaces are limited to 12 people. Meeting point: Heritage Pontoon. Vigilance is a restored 78 foot heritage sailing ketch based in Brixham. No previous sailing experience needed. The crew will assist … Continue reading Sailing Trip on Vigilance
Meets on the 4th Monday of the month (except August and September) 2.15pm – 4.15pmFREE Reader Groups are free to join for all adult (over 16) members of the library, and you can attend whichever meeting is convenient for you. We provide limited copies of each title on the reading list, but you are welcome … Continue reading Brixham Library Readers Group
Wednesdays 16th, 23rd, 30th, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am – 12.30pm. Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.
Jewellery Wednesdays 16th, 23rd, 30th, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am – 12.30pm. Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.
Jewellery Wednesdays 16th, 23rd, 30th, 10.00am – 11.00am and 11.30am – 12.30pm. Summer Reading Challenge activity sessions, with stories, arts and crafts.