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Gather open house at Moor Imagination Centre
Moor Imagination Centre hosts a friendly open house social with food, drink, music, dancing, games and a spot of ping pong. Family-friendly and pay what you can, it’s on Friday 30 January. Come meet neighbours and enjoy a relaxed, lively get-together.
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Buckfast Abbey seeks chorister chaperone
Buckfast Abbey’s Liturgy & Music Department is recruiting a Chorister Chaperone, supporting choristers’ wellbeing, behaviour and engagement while contributing to the Abbey’s musical life. Term-time hours include Wednesday and Thursday afternoons with some flexible weekend commitments.
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Toddler dance workshop with storybooks
Lerna Babikyan & Mudita Moves invite toddlers aged 2.5–4 and their parents to a joyful storybook dance workshop in Dean Prior, Buckfastleigh on Saturday 14 February. Expect playful movement, BrainDance warm-ups and shared moments that bring favourite tales to life.
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Parent and toddler dance workshop
Lerna Babikyan & Mudita Moves invite toddlers aged 2½ to 4 and their parents to a playful dance-and-story workshop on 14 February in Dean Prior. Expect imaginative movement, BrainDance warm-ups and parent-child bonding in a cosy small-group setting.
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Story dance with mythology for children
Moor Imagination Centre invites children aged 5 to 9 to explore ancient myths through movement in a playful Story Dance with Mythology session on 14 February. Expect a joyful blend of storytelling and dance that nurtures creativity, imagination and cultural awareness.
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End of life conversations in Buckfastleigh
Heart and Soul Funerals hosts a monthly drop-in at the MIC Centre in Buckfastleigh to talk openly about death, grief and planning ahead. Held on the last Thursday evening each month and free, with donations for tea and biscuits.
Future Event in 34 daysJigsaw puzzle competition at Buckfastleigh Library
Buckfastleigh Library hosts a friendly Jigsaw Puzzle Competition on Friday 27 February, with teams racing to finish the same 500-piece puzzle. Expect a cosy evening with refreshments, and limited spaces mean early booking is wise for friends who enjoy a light-hearted challenge.
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World Day of Prayer at St Luke’s, Buckfastleigh
Buckfastleigh Mothers' Union invites everyone to a global ecumenical prayer service prepared by the women of Nigeria at St Luke’s Church, Buckfastleigh on 6 March. Expect a reflective afternoon, friendly company and refreshments.
Future Event in 42 daysSt Benedict's Catholic Church
St Benedict’s Catholic Church, Buckfastleigh is a worshipping community with regular Saturday Mass and a quiet activity area for children. During Lent, the parish provides services and reflections, continues The Chosen Season Five viewings, and maintains a Foodbank donation point.
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Explore the traders section and join the news sheet team
Buckfastleigh Community News invites you to explore the website’s Traders section, showcasing local businesses and offering free listings for Buckfastleigh area traders. They’re also seeking new volunteers to help with production, accounts and print distribution.
General NewsBuckfast Methodist Chapel ramp delay and coffee mornings continue
Buckfastleigh Methodists and Buckfast Methodist Chapel report a delay to the new access ramp, so Sunday services pause at the Chapel in February. Wednesday coffee mornings at the Valiant Soldier continue under Warm Welcome with free refreshments until Easter.
Future Event in 8 daysSoup and pudding lunch for Dean Prior Church
Dean Prior Church will hold a soup and pudding lunch at Dean Prior Village Hall on Saturday 28 February to raise funds. Tickets are £10 including a raffle ticket, children half price, with free tea and coffee and raffle prizes.
Future Event in 36 daysAshburton and Buckfastleigh Rotary seeks website and social media help
The Rotary Club of Ashburton & Buckfastleigh is seeking volunteers to support its website and social media. Discover how its fundraising backs local, national and international charities, and how your skills could help share its impact across the community.
General NewsValiant Soldier winter opening times and 2026 events
Valiant Soldier Museum Heritage & Visitor Centre is open on winter Wednesday mornings, 10 to 12, offering free entry for local residents and coffee, plus a programme of Valiant Bar open days. They welcome volunteers and have expanded their gift range.
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Winter wellbeing day with gentle yoga
Creative Flow Yoga invites you to a seasonal day of gentle yoga, slow stretches, deep relaxation and a simple creative activity on Saturday 21 February. Explore the solar plexus theme to boost confidence and energy, welcoming for beginners and experienced attendees.
Future Event in 29 daysJesus is at the heart of all we do at St Luke’s
St Luke’s Church says its life is rooted in Christian faith centred on Jesus and is open to people at different stages of belief. It holds regular services and runs a Friday Foodbank with café and CAB advice.
Future Event in 9 daysBuckfastleigh Women's Institute news and beekeeping talk
Buckfastleigh Women's Institute invites you to its next meeting on 10 February, featuring a talk on beekeeping and honey bees. A friendly chance to meet neighbours, hear something new and get involved. Your first visit is free.
Future Event in 18 daysNewton Abbot Salvation Army thanks Buckfastleigh and Ashburton
Newton Abbot Salvation Army thanks Buckfastleigh and Ashburton for Christmas generosity, which helped 201 families and 343 children with toy parcels, as well as children of inmates at Channings Wood Prison. It also enabled a welcoming Christmas Day meal for 36 people.
Past EventBuckfastleigh social supermarket at the Town Hall
Better Places (Be Buckfastleigh) runs the Social Supermarket at Buckfastleigh Town Hall, offering low-cost groceries and cutting food waste every Tuesday afternoon. Volunteer-led and open to all, with Warm Space from 2.30pm and shopping 3 to 4.30pm.
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Little Lambs early years group
Better Places (Be Buckfastleigh) supports Little Lambs, a free term time Thursday morning group for under-fives at St Luke’s Church hall. Expect a warm welcome, toys and activities, plus a cuppa and chance to meet other local families.
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Buckfastleigh Mothers’ Union annual meeting
Buckfastleigh Mothers’ Union invites locals to its Annual Meeting on Thursday 5 February at 2.30pm at St Luke’s Church, confirming the committee. Find out how this welcoming group supports families and the community, with visitors encouraged.
Future Event in 13 daysBorrow tools and more from the Share Shed
Share Shed, a Library of Things, lets South Devon residents borrow 350+ useful items at low cost via a weekly mobile service, cutting waste and clutter. Affordable membership and a spring programme of free, family-friendly events invite everyone to get involved.
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The Cosy Cinema: Bridget Jones - Mad About the Boy
Buckfastleigh Town Council invites you to a Valentine’s Day screening of Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy on 14 February. Make a night of it with a bar on site and nearby dining at The Doe or The Globe.
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Chair yoga at Moor Imagination Centre
Chair Yoga brings weekly, breath-centred sessions to Moor Imagination Centre, Buckfastleigh, on Thursday mornings. Gentle, accessible classes led by Faith Matthews offer seated or optional standing practice, ideal if getting down to the floor is tricky, and you can join anytime.
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