The Castle and Library Cultural Programme
Welcome to the launch of a new and exciting annual programme of events that showcase diversity and culture at it’s best!
Divided into seasonal programmes, The Castle and Library Cultural Programme will be offering opportunities to immerse yourself into unknown worlds, rich culture, entertaining performances, lyrical melodies and pick up some skills along the way.
Spring Programme 2025
We kick off our Spring 2025 programme with author talks, performing arts, entertainment events, live music, creative and literary workshops, along with fascinating talks by some well-known visitors. Most of the events are ticketed, so be sure to book your tickets early to secure your space. For those who wish to purchase a ticket in person, you can contact our Events Officer. The details for this are in each post. Each event will be aimed at a variety of audiences and based at The Castle and Library sites, along with a plethora of supporting events provided by our external partners.
Here’s what to expect this season……….
Author Talk with...
Annalisa Crawford – Author Talk
11am – 12pm, Friday 11th April 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
All Ages Welcome, £5 per ticket
Doors open 10.45am. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Story Time for Teens
Dean Fraser – Story Time for Teens
11am – 12pm, Monday 14th April 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
All Ages Welcome, £6 per ticket
Doors open 10.45am. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Poetry with...
Dean Fraser – Beyond Poetry
2pm – 3pm, Monday 14th April 2025
Bude Library
All Ages Welcome, £6 per ticket
Doors open 1.45pm. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
The Dartmoor Herbalist
Jenny Carden – The Dartmoor Herbalist
2pm – 3pm, Wednesday 23rd April 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
All Ages Welcome, £4 per ticket
Doors open 1.45pm. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Live Music with...
Mike Bosworth – Folk Tales & Music
2pm – 3pm, Tuesday 6th May 2025
Blanchminster Gallery, The Castle, Bude
All Ages Welcome, £6 per ticket
Doors open 1.45pm. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
The Cornish Bird
Elizabeth Dale – The Cornish Bird
2pm – 3pm, Monday 12th May 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
All Ages Welcome, £4 per ticket
Doors open 1.45pm. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Puppet Show
The Piskey Path Puppet Show
11am – 12pm, Friday 29th May 2025
Blanchminster Gallery, The Castle, Bude
All Ages Welcome, FREE ticket
Doors open 10.45am. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Author Talk with ...
Paula Rooney – Author Talk
2pm – 3pm, Monday 2nd June 2025
Bude Library
All Ages Welcome, £4 per ticket
Doors open 1.45pm. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Dance Performance
Magical Tots – Dance Performance
2pm – 3pm, Sunday 8th June 2025
The Castle Lawn, Bude. All Ages Welcome, FREE to attend – Not Ticketed and No Booking Required.
Enjoy a magical afternoon of dancing and songs from the musicals! With performances from Magical Days Theatre School and Magical Cheerleading Club. Founder and teacher, Amy, will be on hand to chat after the show if you’re interested in joining the school, or wish to find out more about these groups.
Writing Workshop
Mystery Building Workshop
11am – 12pm, Friday 27th June 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
All Ages Welcome, £5 per ticket
Doors open 10.45am. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Magic Workshop
Historic Magic Workshop
2pm – 3pm, Friday 27th June 2025
Bude Library
All Ages Welcome, £5 per ticket
Doors open 1.45pm. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Mystery Dinner
A Timeless Gathering – Mystery Dinner
6.oopm – 7.30pm, Friday 27th June 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
Over 18’s Only, £42 per ticket
Doors open 5.45pm. Tickets are sold online via the link below. If you wish to purchase in person, please contact Katie on 01288 357302 or email: KTaylor@bude-stratton.gov.uk
Meanwhile....
Alongside our Cultural Programme, we have some wonderful events that use our venues at Bude-Stratton Town Council.
You can find out more about these events by visiting their sites. Be sure to book your tickets, it will be a wonderful season for culture and diversity for Bude!
Swanskin Printmakers, ‘Bloom’ – Art Exhibition
Free every day from 10am
22nd March – 10th April 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
Muriel Cole, ‘The Essence of My Freedom’ – – Art Exhibition
Free every day from10am
22nd Mar – 10th Apr 2025
The Blanchminster Gallery, The Castle, Bude
John Forward, ‘I See The Sea’ – – Art Exhibition
Free every day from 10am
12th April – 1st May 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
David Herd, ‘LOKI’ – Art Exhibition
Free every day from 10am
12th April – 1st May 2025
The Blanchminster Gallery, The Castle, Bude
Spring Food Festival with Bude Food Festival
Free all day
Monday 21st April 2025
The Castle Heritage Lawn, Bude
Craft Workshop – Beaded Sun Catchers
£15 per person, 1pm – 2pm, Sunday 27th April 2025
The Storm Tower Room, The Castle, Bude
Maddy Meaden & Faith Chevannes, ‘Hidden Treasures’ – Art Exhibition
Free every day from 10am, 3rd May – 22nd May 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
David Fortt, ‘From City to Sea’ – Art Exhibition
Free every day from 10am
3rd May – 22nd May 2025
The Blanchminster Gallery, The Castle, Bude
Bude Literary Festival
Wednesday 14th May – Sunday 18th May 2025
Various Bude Venues
Folksy Theatre – ‘Angelica Sprocket’s Pockets’
5pm – 6pm, Friday 16th May 2025
The Castle Lawn
Acrylic Art Workshop
1pm – 3.30pm, Sunday 25th May 2025
The Storm Tower Room, The Castle, Bude
Bude Art Society, ‘Summer Exhibition’
Free every day from 10am 24th May – 12th June 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
Deep Lanes Art Collective, ‘Spring Exhibition 2025’
Free every day from 10am 24th May – 12th June 2025
The Blanchminster Gallery, The Castle, Bude
The Duke’s Theatre Company present MacBeth
6.30pm, Thursday 12th June 2025
The Castle Lawn
Art Exhibition – More Details to Follow
Free every day from 10am, 14th June – 3rd July 2025
The Willoughby Gallery, The Castle, Bude
Art Exhibition – More Details to Follow
Free every day from 10am, 14th June – 3rd July 2025
The Blanchminster Gallery, The Castle, Bude
Acrylic Art Workshop
1pm – 3.30pm, Sunday 22nd June 2025
The Storm Tower Room, The Castle, Bude
440 Theatre Company – ‘Romeo and Juliet’
12.30pm & 6.30pm, Thursday 26th June 2025
The Castle Lawn