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Starting with a suggestion of kite flying with the kids, January is usually a slow start to the year, but how about a
visit to Castle Drogo with the children early on for a Wind down and Warm up experience, of a trip to see the Dunsford Pantomime from the 8th to the 15th? Later on in the month the Devon Guild of Craftsmen at Bovey Tracey has a free exhibition on show, and I strongly advise anyone with a love of handicrafts to go along.
Bargain hunters who enjoys auctions will certainly appreciate our Dartmoor Auctioneer's first auction of the year at Chagford. And of course the Farmers Markets and Flea Markets are always of interest.

Saturday 1st January If the weather is good enough then take the family off to Hound Tor car park and let the kids go wild with a kite. They higher they walk up to the rocks, the more lift they will give their kites and it's terrific fun all round. My only advice is that you take at least 2 kites for a party of 3 people, or else you will all argue. In fact the highter ratio of kites in the party, the better. And when you have all had a bit of exercise and you need a hot drink, then queue up at the Hound of the Basketmeals van for a good sized mug of hot chocolate and a chunk of their home made cake. If you haven't got a kite, then click on any photo of a kite which will take you to the correct page on Amazon, and hopefully you will be able order it in time to join in the fun.

From Saturday 1st January to Sunday 2nd January From 11 - 4p.m. Wind Down and Warm Up at Castle Drogo NT.Relax after Christmas with a walk in the fresh air of Castle Drogo Gardens and Estate. Recharge your batteries in the café at the reception and indulge in some retail therapy away from the crowds in the National Trust shop! You know that you should be walking off all that seasonal excess!!!! Make a New Year's resolution and add it to the resolution tree that will be featured at the Castle. Children can also follow a New Year trail around the gardens and grounds to discover the extreme activities some people take part in order to 'Wind Down and Warm Up'.Winter admission charges apply + £1.50 per trail (including a prize).You can find more on the Castle website by clicking here.

Thursday 6th January Starting at 9am to 1pm Buckfastleigh Farmers Market at the Town Hall, every Thursday near the Globe Inn, in the town Centre.

Friday 7th January Grand little flea market at Chagford up to 1 o'clock. Full of interesting 'stuff', home made cakes, second hand goods and local traders in the Jubilee Hall next to the car park. Refreshments available. More info on the Flea Market website

From Saturday 8th January to Saturday 15th January the Dunsford Amateur Dramatic Society will once again be staging one of their excellent pantomimes in the village hall. This year, a new version of 'Dick Whittington'. There will be Saturday matinees at 2.30pm and nightly shows (except Sunday) at 7.45pm. Tickets from the box office on 01647 252161 opens on December 1st 2010. Oh yes it is, oh no it isn't.

Thursday 13th January 9am-1pm Buckfastleigh Farmers Market at the Town Hall, every Thursday near the Globe Inn, in the town Centre.

Friday 14th January at Chagford up to 1 o'clock the Flea Market in the Jubilee Hall next to the car park.

Saturday 15th January in The Long Room, Drewe Arms, Drewsteignton. £6. Doors open at 8.30 p.m for a 9 o'clock start. Come along and meet the FREAK BRUVVERS. That's Brian and Chris who've been gigging together for 15 years, taking classic rock and blues songs and blasting them out on just two acoustic guitars in their talented idiosyncratic style. They've played at most of the Volkswagon festivals and shows across the country (Chris runs his own business designing and building VW camper van interiors) and they've also supported the legendary Hawkwind. Their covers include The Stones, Hendrix, Clapton, Peter Green and they also throw in some of their own material. No backing tracks just pure as it comes live music. Plus the irrepressible MONKEY GLAND BLUES BAND An unforgettable, energetic 4 piece from deepest darkest torsville (Okehampton), playing raw R + B originals and concise 3 minute punked up classic blues covers. Think Captain Beefheart, Howlin Wolf, and very early Stones all mixed up with slashing guitar and wailing harmonica for something a little different from the "Same Old Blues" again.

From Saturday 15th January to Sunday 27th February The 'Get Fresh' Exhibition at the Devon Guild of Craftsmen at Bovey Tracey. Showcasing the work of emerging designer-makers from the South West. The freshest, most exciting new makers from the South West have been selected to exhibit contemporary designs in print, wood, textiles, glass, and resin. Natural resources and traditional media are combined with challenging, conceptual approaches confirming the region's strong creative output. The 17 exhibitors feature James Otter's digitally carved, hollow-wood surfboards, New Designers (2010) winner Lucy Foakes' 'Elvis' souvenirs made from acrylic and ceramic and Ashley Buttle's poignant, social photography. Admission is free. Open daily from 10am to 5.30pm. Telephone 01626 8322233 or see the Guild website.

Wednesday 19th January An illustrated talk will be on offer this evening starting at 7.30 on where to watch birds in Devon and Cornwall, given by David Norman who has spent a lifetime observing birds in the 2 counties. David offers a fascinating insights into birdwatching and helps to encourage birdwatchers in the Dartmoor area. The talk takes place in the RC Church Hall in Ashburton Road, Bovey Tracey. Link to the Devon Wildlife Trust by clicking here.

Thursday 20th January 9am-1pm Buckfastleigh Farmers Market at the Town Hall, every Thursday near the Globe Inn, in the town Centre.

Friday 21st January Find the Chagford Flea Market in the Jubilee Hall next to the car park. Full of second hand objets and home made items. Free admission and open up to 1 p.m. Second hand goods and local traders in the Jubilee Hall next to the car park. Refreshments available. More info on the Flea Market website

Saturday 22nd January The first Dartmoor Auctioneer auction of the new year at Chagford's Jubilee Hall will be starting at 10 sharp. Viewing starts at 8.30 when refreshments including bacon sandwiches will be on offer. This is always an interesting day out. Go along with an open mind and you will certainly spot something that you are keen to buy. It's full of household items, jewellery, antiques, bric a brac, furniture and fascinating stuff to muse over. For a people watcher like me, this is the perfect way of sitting down in a warm place to watch the array of things that other people bid on. Take a look at the Auction website for further information.

Saturday 22nd January From 10 ’til 12 noon. A produce market at Whiddon Down with fresh poultry, plants, fresh fish, cheese and home baked cakes. Locally made items such as jewellery, cards, wooden items, and refreshments including delicious bacon rolls. Organiser Mr. Patrick Sullivan can be contacted on 01647 231411.

Thursday 27th January 9am-1pm Buckfastleigh Farmers Market at the Town Hall, every Thursday near the Globe Inn, in the town Centre.

Friday 28th January Colourful flea market at Chagford. Grand little market at Chagford up to 1 o'clock. Full of interesting 'stuff', home made cakes, second hand goods and local traders in the Jubilee Hall next to the car park. Refreshments available. More info on the Flea Market website