From Father’s Day to festivals and unicorns, there’s so much to get up to in Devon this month. Why not take a look below and see what you could get involved with?
Food & Drink
Exmouth Gin & Prosecco Festival, Exmouth Pavillion, Saturday 23rd of June
The Gin & Prosecco Festival is a boutique type event of artisan gin and prosecco tasting in a garden party atmosphere. Gin & Prosecco lovers can come together at one bespoke affair to enjoy both tastes.
Find out more: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/exmouth-gin-prosecco-festival-tickets-45610504246
Summer Salads & BBQ Accompaniments Cookery Demo, Riverford Field Kitchen, Buckfastleigh, Thursday 14th of June
Make sure veg is the star of your BBQ this summer! Come along and watch these amazing chefs do what they do best – creating colourful, seasonal dishes. They will show you how to create inspiring salads and veg dishes, plus accompaniments to make your BBQ really sizzle. There’ll be plenty of tasting and hints & tips along the way and afterwards you’ll enjoy an unforgettable lunch in The Riverford Field Kitchen.
Find out more: https://www.visitdevon.co.uk/whats-on/summer-salads-and-bbq-accompaniments-cookery-demo-p2471793
Family
Magical Unicorn Weekend, The Big Sheep, Bideford, Saturday 23rd of June to Sunday 24th of June
On Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th June visit The BIG Sheep, where you will be joined by a REAL Unicorn.
Follow the magical trail to meet the unicorn in its stable, with a friendly handler. Remember to bring your camera for photos with the unicorn. Take part in unicorn themed workshops including Teddy Mountain Unicorns.
Book tickets online and every child will receive a FREE unicorn gift!
Find out more: https://www.thebigsheep.co.uk/
Myths and Legends Day, Pennywell Farm, Buckfastleigh, Sunday 10th of June
Extra special fun today! A visit from a dragon and his fairy friends, ‘UNICORN RIDES.’ Knights and princesses fancy dress, quests, maze and crafts. It’s going to be legendary!
Find out more: https://www.visitdevon.co.uk/whats-on/myths-and-legends-day-p2413043
Music
Exbourne Community Choir Summer Concert, Charter Hall, Okehampton, Saturday 16th of June
The 30-strong Exbourne Community Choir will be holding its Summer 2018 Concert in Charter Hall Okehampton on Saturday 16 June start at 7.30pm. This year we will be supporting Dartmoor Rescue, Repertoire includes pieces from the Classics, Opera, Modern, Renaissance, Baroque and Musical Theatre.
Find out more: https://www.visitdevon.co.uk/whats-on/exbourne-community-choir-summer-concert-p2478833
Lemonfest, Newton Abbot Racecourse, Friday 8th June to Saturday 9th of June.
Devon’s own two-day boutique festival, LEMONFEST, announces ten more artists, completing its line-up of hip hop icons and dance music pioneers, and guaranteeing anthem-after-anthem.
Find out more: https://www.lemonfest.co.uk/
Seasonal
Father’s Day Lunch, Wear Park Restaurant, Exeter Golf & Country Club, Topsham
Treat dad to a lavish lunch in Wear Park Restaurant with views of the putting green and fountain on the 18 hole, and live music while you dine.
Please note, tables are available through the restaurant, bar and Topsham Room area.
Find out more: https://www.exetergcc.co.uk/events/fathers-day-lunch/