Wednesday 3rd March Curry night every Wednesday night at The Victoria Inn, Ashburton. Telephone 01364 652402 for further information.
Wednesday 3rd March 9am-1pm Teign Valley Farmers Market, held every Wednesday at Community Hall, Christow. Contact Bryony Falch for further information telephone 01647 252887.
Thursday 4th March 9am-1pm Buckfastleigh Farmers Market at the Town Hall, every Thursday near the Globe Inn, in the town Centre.
Thursday 4th, 6th, 12 & 13th March 7.30pm (Saturday Matinee 13th March 2.30pm) Mary Tavy Coronation Hall. Mother Goose. Tickets £5, £4, £2.50. Family ticket £12. Tickets from Mary Tavy post office or telephone 01822 610395.
Friday 5th March Don't miss the Weekly Flea Market at Chagford from 10 to 1 - Jubilee Hall, next to the car park.

Stuffed with great bargains. You will find homemade cakes, chutneys, local veg and produce. More info on their website
Saturday 6th March 11am-5pm Alice in Wonderland Day To mark the release of the new Tim Burton film “Alice in Wonderland”, filmed at the National Trust’s Antony House in Cornwall. Why not follow the White Rabbit Trail around Castle Drogo, and enjoy the traditional children’s games, then make your own hat (12-3pm) to wear to the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party in our Café, where you can enjoy a wide selection of fancy cakes from 11.30am.  Trail £1.50 per child (including prize). Mad Hat making activity £1.50 per child. Normal admission prices apply but there is special free entry to all children coming in Alice in Wonderland themed fancy dress – or if your name is Alice or Alistair!
Saturday 6th March Produce market on the 1st Saturday of each month at the Victory hall in Lewdown (between Exeter and Moretonhampstead) 10am to 1pm Stalls include Locally Baked Bread, Beef, Lamb, Pork, Poultry, Fish, Fruit & Veg, Herbs & Spices, Fresh Eggs, Tasty Local Cheese, Hand Made Fudges, Home made Preserves, Antiques and bric a brac.
Saturday 6th March
The second of the Food Festivals at Moretonhampstead on Dartmoor, where local produce is on offer with street stalls
and plenty of samples. Running from 10 to 4pm. Breads, cheeses, organic vegetables, meat, lots to see and taste. Food demonstrations in the Parish Hall, art works, Morris dancing and song. I attended last year and the whole day was a blast. Parking on the outskirts of Moreton. Then Park + ride into town. Click if you fancy staying in Moreton overnight.
Saturday 6th March 8.30am-1pm Produce Market takes place in the centre of the Bovey Tracey every other Saturday. Meat, fairtrade goods, cheeses, preserves and plants. Marion on 01626 834109 for more information.
Saturday 6th March and Sunday 7th March 11am-5pm National Trust Pre-Season Open Weekends at Castle Drogo. Take advantage of these special open weekends and visit the house and gardens before the season starts.  Normal admission charges apply.
Saturday 6th March to 14 April Exhibition of photography featuring Dartmoor Churches, at the High Moorland Visitor Centre, Princetown.
Monday 8th March New Orleans Evening at The Globe Inn, Chagford. Fabulous authentic Cajun food accompanied by complimentary Jazz music performed by Nicky Scott and friends, booking advisable. Telephone 01647 433485.
Tuesday 9th March Manaton Market second Tuesday of the month, where you can buy lots of local goods including cakes, puddings and pies, honey, fresh eggs, cheese, meat from local farms, pork, lamb, bacon, even locally made fudge. Get yourselves along to the Parish Hall to find all these goodies. From 10.30 to 12.30. Contact Mrs. Christina Everett on 01647 221302 for further details.
Wednesday 10th March 9am-1pm Teign Valley Farmers Market, held every Wednesday at Community Hall, Christow. Contact Bryony Falch for further information telephone 01647 252887.
Wednesday 10th March 8pm The Wildlife of Dartmoor. An illustrated talk by John Walters about the different habitats of the National Park and the plants and animals which can be found in each. At the Parish Church Centre, Plymouth Road, Tavistock (next to the Bedford Hotel). Suggested dontation of £3 (including refreshments) to Devon Wildlife Trust.
Wednesday 10th March Curry night every Wednesday night at The Victoria Inn, Ashburton. Telephone 01364 652402 for further information.
Wednesday 10th March 9pm Quiz Night at the Globe Inn, Chagford. Will be introducing special "Build up Round". All welcome £1 entry all returned in prizes. Telephone 01647 433485 or check out their website for further details.
Thursday 11th March 9am-1pm Buckfastleigh Farmers Market at the Town Hall, every Thursday near the Globe Inn, in the town Centre.
Thursday 11th March 7.30pm Birds and other wildlife of Falkland islands. An illustrated talk by Robin Woods MBE, who has made a lifetime study of this unique habitat and is the foremost authority upon it. Robin's presentation will be preceded by the Local Group Annual General Meeting. At the Church Hall, Ashburton Road, Bovey Tracey. Suggested donation £3.
Friday 12th March Don't miss the Weekly Flea Market at Chagford from 10 to 1 - Jubilee Hall, next to the car park.
Stuffed with great bargains. You will find homemade cakes, chutneys, local veg etc. More info - Flea Market website.

Saturday 13th March Chagford Cancer Research UK Biggest breakfast. Starting at 9.30 until 12.30. Serving fresh coffee, croissants, cereals, bacon, rolls and other treats. come and join us for breakfast, brunch or lunch in Endecott House on the High Street, by the Church. For more information ring Jane Bearder on 01647 433533

Saturday 13th March 10 am to 12.30pm Lent Lillies (wild Daffodils) at Hembury Woods. Meet at the free National Trust car park (grid ref SX728 681). Stout footwear needed. Steep climb to Hill Fort (taken slowly). Dogs on leads. Contact 01364 642007 for further details. Suggested donation to DWT of £2.
Saturday 13th March Lydford Gorge open 10 to 5p.m. each day for the Summer from now on. Spectacular steep sided gorge owned by the national Trust. Whitelady waterfall and the Devil's Cauldron. Children's activities all through the year.
Saturday 13th March Tavistock Farmers Market in Bedford Square 9 til 1 Stall holders are all Farmers, growers or producers themselves. Tavistock Farmers Market website
Saturday 13th March 10 am - 12 noon, Hittisleigh Market held in Hittisleigh village hall, every 2nd Saturday. There will be available produce, meat, cheese, plants, cakes, preserves etc. Contact Shirley for further information 01647 24453.
Saturday 13th March 10.30 am An introduction to Dunsford Wood. Dunsford DWT Nature Reserve. Guided walk led by Pat Bussell to see (hopefully) the wild Daffodils. Meet at the entrance to the natures reserve, off A382 the Exeter side of Steps Bridge (grid ref SX 805 883). Booking essential with Pat Bussell on 01392 280543 (daytime only). Suggested donation £3. Walk to be timed to coincide with bus from Exeter.
Sunday 14th March Mothers Day Lunch at the Sandy Park Inn near to Chagford. You can order a surprise bunch of flowers to be waiting too, when you place your booking. More details of the Sandy Park website.
Sunday 14th March Mothers Day Lunch at Castle Drogo, why not treat your Mother to a lovely lunch to show her how special she is? £20 per person, includes a posy of flowers and a glass of champagne for each Mum. Children’s portions available. Booking advisable on (01647) 434144.
Wednesday 17th March 9am-1pm Teign Valley Farmers Market, held every Wednesday at Community Hall, Christow. Contact Bryony Falch for further information telephone 01647 252887.
Wednesday 17th March 8pm Celebrate St Patrick's Day at the Globe Inn, Chagford with our Horse Race Event, on the largest screen in Chagford. Charity event in aid of "Help for Heroes". Telephone 01647 433485.
Wednesday 17th March Curry night every Wednesday night at The Victoria Inn, Ashburton. Telephone 01364 652402 for further information.
Thursday 18th March 9am-1pm Buckfastleigh Farmers Market at the Town Hall, every Thursday near the Globe Inn, in the town Centre.
Friday 19th March Don't miss the Weekly Flea Market at Chagford from 10 to 1 - Jubilee Hall, next to the car park.
Stuffed with great bargains. You will find homemade cakes, chutneys, local veg etc. More info on the Flea Market website.
Friday 19th March 7.30pm Highlights of Borneo. An illustrated talk by Diana Goodacre at Dolton Village Hall. Adults £2, children free.
Friday 19th March 7.30pm Dartmoor Pixie Band at the Tavistock Town Hall. Tickets £12.50 includes a pasty supper. Contact Pearl Dawe on 01822 840344 or Peter Clarke on 01822 811075. In support of TheRoyal Agricultural Benevolent Institution and Farm Crisis Network.
Saturday 20th March 9 'til 1p.m Okehampton farmers market has over 20 stalls in the centre of town on the third Saturday of each month. When the weather is right, there is a fresh fish stall, and every week you can buy locally produced meat, free range chicken, venison, bread and cider along with vegetables, herbs and yogurt. Contact Ruth Kelsey 01837 811762 for any more info. Okehampton Market website should you wish to see more information.
Saturday 20th March 8.30am-1pm Produce Market takes place in the centre of the Bovey Tracey every other Saturday. Meat, fairtrade goods, cheeses, preserves and plants. Marion on 01626 834109 for more information.
Sunday 21st March Sports Relief Okehampton Mile at Okehampton College and Simmons Park. Make sure you have registered, you can choose your start times either 11am, Noon, 2pm or 3pm. Emma Jeffries from South Zeal will take the warm ups before your mile run. To register for Okehampton Mile visit Sport Relief website.
Wednesday 24th March The Miniature Pony Centre in Moretonhampstead re-opens.Take a look at the discount vouchers page for 10% admission price. Telephone number 01647 432400.
Wednesday 24th March 9am-1pm Teign Valley Farmers Market, held every Wednesday at Community Hall, Christow. Contact Bryony Falch for further information telephone 01647 252887.
Wednesday 24th March Curry night every Wednesday night at The Victoria Inn, Ashburton. Telephone 01364 652402 for further information.
Thursday 25th March 9am-1pm Buckfastleigh Farmers Market at the Town Hall, every Thursday near the Globe Inn, in the town Centre.
Friday 26th March Don't miss the Weekly Flea Market at Chagford from 10 to 1 - Jubilee Hall, next to the car park.
Stuffed with great bargains. You will find homemade cakes, chutneys, local veg etc. More info on the Flea Market website.
Friday 26th March Morning and Bring and Buy Sale at 1 St John's Cottages in aid of the Hertiage Trust in Bovey Tracey.
26th to 28th March
South West Quilt Show at Westpoint in Exeter. Colourful show for quilting enthusiasts. Opportunity to see patchwork and quilting suppliers as well as meet the experts and get great advice on ‘how to do it’. Open 10 - 6pm Adults: £5.50 Seniors: £4.50 Children: £1.50 Grosvenor Shows Ltd: 01775 722 900 quilt show website
Saturday 27th March 10am to 4pm South West Alpine Flower Show, Alpine Garden Society Exeter Group, St Lukes High School, Hart's Lane, off Hill Barton Road, Exeter (on the Pinhoe road, next to Sainsbury's). Admission £2.00 (AGS members free). There will be refreshments and free parking.
Saturday 27th March 10am to 5pm An introduction to Dunsford Wood, Dunsford DWT Nature Reserve. Guided walk led by Pat Bussell to see (hopefully) the wild Daffodils. Meet at the entrance to the nature reserve, off A382, the Exeter side of Steps Bridge (grid ref. SX 805 883). Booking essential with Pat Bussell on 01392 280543 (daytime only). Suggested donation £3. Walk to be timed to coincide with bus from Exeter.
Saturday 27th March Whiddon Down Produce Market is held every 4th Saturday of the month in the Village Hall. Veg, summer fruits, lots of jams and chutneys in season. Pies and home made cakes.
Saturday 27th March 10am-12 noon Dartmoor Friends of HFT Charity table top sale at the Methodist Church Hall, Bovey Tracey. Tea and coffee will be served. Please contact Linda Cook on 01626 833530 for further info.
Saturday 27th March Tavistock Farmers Market in Bedford Square 9 til 1 Stall holders are all Farmers, growers or producers themselves. Tavistock Farmers Market website
Sunday 28th March 11am-3pm Local Delights Food Tasting. Come along to the National Trust Castle Drogo Shop to celebrate the start of British Summer Time. Tickle those taste buds with a wide variety of local produce from honey and jam to apple juice, chocolates and biscuits.
Sunday 28th March 1.30pm-5.30pm Heathercombe, Manaton, Devon. 30 acres of varied garden set in tranquil wooded valley 1,000 feet up on Dartmoor. Woodland walks beside streams, ponds and lake; hundreds of specimen trees; wild daffodils; woodland garden and fernery; extensive bluebells complementing fine collection of rhododendrons; wild flower meadow in orchard of West Country fruit trees; 2 attractive cottage gardens with interesting herbaceous plantings and newly-established bog/stream garden. Seats and sandy paths. Visitors also welcome by appointment.
Sunday 28th March 2-4pm Easter Craft Activities at Lydford Gorge, nr Okehampton. Get ready for Easter. Craft activities in the marquee in the orchard for children aged between 4 and 12 years. Child: £3. Normal admission charges apply. For information tel: 01822 820320/820441, email the National Trust for more information.
Sunday 28th March 2pm-5.30pm Sowton Mill, Dunsford, Devon 4 acres laid out around former mill (not open), leat and river. Part woodland with multitudes of wild flowers in spring, ornamental trees and shrubs, mixed borders. Year round interest. Visitors also welcome by appointment. Refreshments home-made teas. Admission £3, child free (share to Cygnet Training Theatre).
Sunday 28th March Starting at 8p.m. Last Sunday Folk. Plymouth Inn, Okehampton. An evening of folk song and music hosted by professional artists from folk arts development charity Wren Music, with guest artists, but mainly featuring YOU! All singers and musicians are welcome, or just come along and enjoy the evening if you do not play or sing. Cost Free – collection and raffle. For more information on the Wren Music website. Contact Wren Music 01837 53754.
Wednesday 31st March 9am-1pm Teign Valley Farmers Market, held every Wednesday at Community Hall, Christow. Contact Bryony Falch for further information telephone 01647 252887.
Wednesday 31st March 9pm Open Mike night, perform solo or jam with great local talent, all welcome at the Globe Inn, Chagford. Telephone 01647 433485 or check out their website for further details.
Wednesday 31st March Curry night every Wednesday night at The Victoria Inn, Ashburton. Telephone 01364 652402 for further information.