Events Calendar

21 June - 11 September

Gladiator - Way of the Warrior

Stunning arms & armour and costumes from the biggest blockbuster movies, including Gladiator, The Last Samurai, Saving Private Ryan, and Kingdom of Heaven, to name but a few.

See the iconic armour worn by Russell Crowe (General Maximus) and Joaquin Phoenix (Emperor Commodus) in Gladiator.

A hands-on exhibition for all the family, with replica arms and armour that can be handled and worn. A Kids’ Corner with activities designed for children. A walking warrior dressed in replica arms and armour will be in the Museum on most days.

6 July - 31 August

Damien Hirst comes to Torre Abbey

Controversial Hirst Piece comes to the English Riviera

VENICE, LONDON, TOKYO, OSLO, NOW TORQUAY

This year Torbay Council is borrowing from Tate and the Arts Council Collection for an exhibition for the Spanish Barn, Torre Abbey that includes a work by one of the world’s most intriguing, infamous and controversial artists.

25 Jul-1 Aug 2010

Torbay Carnival

This popular annual event returns to Paignton Seafront and promises to provide traditional seaside fun, including beach parties, face painting, waiters and waitresses race, live music, dancing, firework display and of course the fantastic carnival itself.

31 July 2010

Marldon Apple Pie Fair

The Marldon Apple Pie Fair has been going since 1888 in memory of local farmer, George Hill, who would use his windfall apples to bake an enormous apple pie for the village. Nowadays, locals and visitors alike join in the celebrations. Events throughout the afternoon include local arts, crafts and food stands, falconry displays, games and even a novelty dog show! There's also the carnival procession through the village accompanied by the Exeter Pipe Band.