Holsworthy Mayor’s Charity Match Day – 27th September
Save the date: Saturday 27th September 2025
Holsworthy’s Mayor, Councillor Jon Hutchings will be holding his Mayor’s Charity event on Saturday 27th September 2025
The Mayor’s Charities for 2025/26 are:
Holsworthy Museum & Holsworthy AFC.
More details to follow.
What’s On at Holsworthy Library – September
• Lloyds Bank Community Banking, Monday 1st, 15th & 29th – 2:00pm-4:00pm.
• Bounce & Rhyme, Thursday 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th – 2:15pm-2:45pm
• Come along and speak to the Healthwatch Devon Champions for support and guidance on local health and social care and to share your experiences with them, Monday 8th – 2:00pm-3:30pm
• Ruby Country Creative Writing Group, Wednesday 10th, 11:00am-12:00pm Places limited so please book with library staff.
• Gardening Cuppa & Chat, Wednesday 17th – 2:00pm-3:00pm. Everyone welcome.
• Digital Skills with Learn Devon: Downloading Apps on Your Mobile Device, Monday 22nd – 2:30pm-3:30pm. Free but places are limited. Please book via Learn Devon (library staff can help with booking if you require assistance).
• Lego and games for children. Every Saturday – 10:00am-12:00.
Holsworthy Library
There are lots of exciting things happening at your local library. In addition to a great range of books you can use your library membership to access free eBooks and audiobooks via the Borrowbox app. We also have free public computers and Wi-Fi as well as printing, copying and scanning facilities. It is free to join the library, and we are a friendly, welcoming space open to all. Free hot drinks are available, and people are encouraged to use the library as a place to relax, work and socialise as well as to find their next great read!
For children, the library offers weekly Bounce and Rhyme sessions, a Saturday Club, craft activities and stories during the holidays as well as the popular Secret Book Quest and Libro’s Friends reading schemes.
We regularly host a Lloyds Community Banker, evening talks and other events so keep an eye out for posters or on our social media and website.
Holsworthy Library is part of Libraries Unlimited, a charity bringing ideas, imagination, creativity and knowledge to enrich lives and build thriving communities.
01409 253514
holsworthy.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
www.discover.librariesunlimited.org.uk
Holsworthy Library on Facebook and Instagram
Opening Hours:
Monday 2pm-5pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10am-1pm
Sunday Closed
I am Henry VIII – HATS production
Historic Life Narratives in association with Holsworthy Amateur Theatrical Society (HATS) will be performing ‘I am Henry VIII’ on Friday 26th September 2025.
For more information check HATS’ Website: HERE
What’s On at Holsworthy Library – September
• Lloyds Bank Community Banking, Monday 1st, 15th & 29th – 2:00pm-4:00pm.
• Bounce & Rhyme, Thursday 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th – 2:15pm-2:45pm
• Come along and speak to the Healthwatch Devon Champions for support and guidance on local health and social care and to share your experiences with them, Monday 8th – 2:00pm-3:30pm
• Ruby Country Creative Writing Group, Wednesday 10th, 11:00am-12:00pm Places limited so please book with library staff.
• Gardening Cuppa & Chat, Wednesday 17th – 2:00pm-3:00pm. Everyone welcome.
• Digital Skills with Learn Devon: Downloading Apps on Your Mobile Device, Monday 22nd – 2:30pm-3:30pm. Free but places are limited. Please book via Learn Devon (library staff can help with booking if you require assistance).
• Lego and games for children. Every Saturday – 10:00am-12:00.
Holsworthy Library
There are lots of exciting things happening at your local library. In addition to a great range of books you can use your library membership to access free eBooks and audiobooks via the Borrowbox app. We also have free public computers and Wi-Fi as well as printing, copying and scanning facilities. It is free to join the library, and we are a friendly, welcoming space open to all. Free hot drinks are available, and people are encouraged to use the library as a place to relax, work and socialise as well as to find their next great read!
For children, the library offers weekly Bounce and Rhyme sessions, a Saturday Club, craft activities and stories during the holidays as well as the popular Secret Book Quest and Libro’s Friends reading schemes.
We regularly host a Lloyds Community Banker, evening talks and other events so keep an eye out for posters or on our social media and website.
Holsworthy Library is part of Libraries Unlimited, a charity bringing ideas, imagination, creativity and knowledge to enrich lives and build thriving communities.
01409 253514
holsworthy.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
www.discover.librariesunlimited.org.uk
Holsworthy Library on Facebook and Instagram
Opening Hours:
Monday 2pm-5pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10am-1pm
Sunday Closed
Holsworthy & Stratton Show – Thursday 28th August 2025
Come and meet your Holsworthy Town Councillors at the Holsworthy & Stratton Agricultural Show on Thursday 28th August.
Complete a quick Resident Survey and you could win this beautiful produce basket donated by Holsworthy Waitrose and Perkins Butchers.
We hope to see you there!
Holsworthy Town Band – 12th September 2025
Join Holsworthy Town Band for an unforgettable evening of live music as they perform live!
📅 Date: Friday 12th September 2025
🕢 Time: 7:30pm
📍 Location: St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Holsworthy, EX22 6EJ
Come along, enjoy the atmosphere and support our fantastic local band – a wonderful night of music for all to enjoy!
Holsworthy Peloton’s Annual Charity Bike Ride
On Sunday 17th August 2025, Holsworthy’s Mayor, Councillor Jon Hutchings, had an early morning start as he was invited to officially set off the riders for the Holsworthy Peloton’s Annual Charity Bike Ride.
Before the event began, the Mayor spoke with a number of participants and welcomed visiting peloton groups from across Devon and Cornwall, including Newquay, Saltash and Ilfracombe.
At 9am, cyclists departed in small groups to take on routes of 25, 42 or 65 miles!
The event was held in support of two local charities: The Holsworthy Area Sports Pavilion and Holsworthy Food Bank.
Holsworthy Town Council would like to congratulate the Holsworthy Peloton for organising such a successful event and thank all the riders who took part to support these important community causes.
The Secret Garden by The Plandits – 19th August 2025
Buy your Tickets now!
Tickets available from The Plough Arts Theatre website: Click Here
Location: Badock Gardens, Holsworthy
Date: Tuesday, 19th August 2025
Time: 18:30
Join us for a magical outdoor theatre experience as The Plandits return to Holsworthy with their much-loved production of The Secret Garden.
Join Mary, Colin and Dickon as they tell you the story of their favourite place in the world – The Secret Garden. Following their success in 2024, The Plandits are bringing their re-imagining of the classic Frances Hodgson Burnett book back for a second summer season. Suitable for anyone aged 6+ who loves literature and the great outdoors, audiences have described the show as ‘truly captivating’, ‘uplifting’, ‘totally charming and magical’. This heartfelt, energetic production is full of original music, puppetry, interaction and laughs. As the three characters discover the transforming power of being active, the magic of nature and the joy of play, we’re sure you’ll leave this performance with a renewed enthusiasm for the world around you!
Bring a blanket or chair, dress for the weather, and settle in for a joyful evening of storytelling and song.
– Bring low-backed seating, blankets, and picnics if desired
– Refreshments available
– Free entry to gardens 2 hours before 6:30/7pm performances (1 hour before earlier performances)
Most shows are approx 2 hours including an interval
– There will be a cash raffle.
– Tickets will be available on the gate.
🎟 Tickets available from The Plough Arts Theatre website: Click Here
