After spending 7 years in the jewellery quarter in Birmingham with a master Goldsmith, and studying at the School of Jewellery, Isabella set up her studio at Cockington in April of 2018. We spoke to Isabella for our ongoing series, Meet The Maker.
14 Facts You Never Knew About The Spanish Flu
Torquay Museum invited The Shorely over to experience the Spanish Flu; don't worry we didn't get sick, but we did learn 14 facts we never knew about the - cough, sneeze - virus at the museum’s exhibition More Deadly Than War - Spanish Flu and the Threat of Pandemic (on until 24 Feb 2019).
Vasectomies, Vegans & Unruly Nose Hair: This is Torquay Comedy Club
Review: A night full of laughs, tears and a group sing-a-long song at Torquay Comedy Club. The intimate surrounds, high quality comedy and contagious group laughter definitely leave you wanting more.
Tales & Ales with Dr. Kevin Dixon: Episode 1 - Ghost Stories
We have something very special for you... a brand new series called ‘Tales & Ales’. In the coming weeks we have a series of short videos where local historian Dr. Kevin Dixon shares stories he’s collected over the years from Bay residents and relentless research down at The Devon Arms.
Cabaret, comedy and a talking computer!
Doorstep Arts are back with a truly diverse programme of shows in Brixham and Paignton from October 31st to November 4th 2018 as part of their Autumn festival. Here’s a run down of what to see and where across the Bay…
Colour obsession and meraki with Cathy Hilton Artisan
Part 6 of our Meet the Makers series, see us back at Cockington Court for a studio visit with Cathy Hilton Artisan. This is an illustrator and maker who has a unique take on hand painted woodware. Watch this interview to discover the joys of colour obsession, the principals of meraki and to see for yourself this beautiful range.
Love film? Discover The English Riviera Film Festival
What better way to get the inside track on the English Riviera Film Festival than to speak to Festival Director John Tomkins. There’s a jam-packed programme from the 27 October to 9 November; that’s two whole weeks worth of all things film.
Tricky Treaty Halloweenie... October half term guide!
October half-term can sneak up on you if you’re not careful. The kids are off for a whole week, it’s not all sunny days and it’s definitely not Christmas yet. So what can you do for family fun across the Bay? We’ve put together this indispensable, day-by-day guide to get you through this tricky yet treaty school holiday.
How does Torbay inspire you?
This is a 3-minute watch that will leave all Devonian's brimming with pride at the place we call home... and for those that live further afield, this is reasons aplenty to escape for a visit and stay on the stunning South Devon coastline.
Win A Signed Book by Torquay's #1 Bestselling author!
Competition alert! Torquay’s Lesley Pearse is the prolific Penguin published author with adoring fans across the globe. To celebrate the release of her latest book, we’re giving one lucky reader a signed copy of The House Across the Street. Deadline for entries 31 October 2018. Click to enter!
Bringing furniture back to life with Justin Roach of Gaff
In a time of cheap mass produced products, we find out how furniture can last a lifetime with local upholsterer Justin Roach of Gaff. Our Meet The Maker series is back again for another episode direct from Cockington Court, Torquay.
Go see this! A seasonal guide to art, comedy, dance and theatre in Torbay
Be entertained and inspired this autumn with these 15 unmissable things to go see!
Your guide to Palace Theatre Paignton: Entertainment since 1890
Take your seats as we pull back the curtain and share an insider’s guide on the much-loved Palace Theatre Paignton. If you haven’t been yet, this is sure to tempt you as we reveal how this theatre, established in 1890, is continuing to bring creativity and entertainment to the heart of Paignton, Torbay.
The Artists of St. Ives: An exhibition of world renowned icons
Calling art lovers everywhere… The Artists of St. Ives exhibition is now live at Torre Abbey and packed full of sculpting and painting icons. This museum continues to be the gift that keeps giving to art lovers living and visiting South Devon.
The Shorely is celebrating its 1st birthday - hurray!
So far, we’ve featured over 70 events, places and people from across Torbay and we’ve reached over 500,000 people online. For those who work in Torbay’s arts, creative, heritage, culture and tourism sector; join us on the 12th October for a social to celebrate.
The Manhattan Short Film Festival Returns To Torbay
The annual international Manhattan Short Film Festival is returning to the traditional tiny Torquay cinema, The Blue Walnut. Get involved and vote for your favourite!
This is Lesley Pearse: international #1 bestselling writer
From nanny to bunny girl and dressmaker to shop owner, at the age of forty-eight Lesley Pearse wrote her first book. She now has avid fans the world over and sales of over ten million copies of her novels to date. Sit back and watch 10 minutes with the incredible woman behind the books…
Taste the newest event: England's Seafood Feast
Brixham is no better place to host the Seafood FEAST, a new two-week event celebrating some of the best seafood in the world. Catch our guide and an exclusive interview and recipe video with Executive Chef Ash Hamilton.
Devon Open Studios: Top Torbay Picks
Devon Open Studios is back for another year. This intimate tour of Devon’s artists is a rare opportunity to get up-close and personal in paint-splatted studios and creative-filled homes. Do the whole thing or pick a few places near you from our guide to those artists taking part in Torbay.