Past events in St Marychurch
A record of recent events previously featured in our local What’s On guide.
A record of recent events held around St Marychurch.
Poetry Alfresco and the Oddfest finale
Poetry Alfresco at Petit Plot · 3pm: an outdoor poetry and picnic gathering on Hartop Road.
Oddfest 2026 finale at Molloy’s · 4pm–8pm: the final free afternoon of acoustic music, hot food and local performers.
Saturday evening entertainment
- Eloise Cole · 8:30pm–11pm: live entertainment at St Marychurch & Babbacombe Conservative Club, with a short break for the Bottle Draw.
- Chris Bandera · 9pm: classic rock at the Crown & Sceptre.
Past events · 15 and 23 August
Oddfest 2026 at Molloy’s — first two dates
The first two Oddfest afternoons brought free acoustic music and hot food to Molloy’s, hosted by Isabelle.
- Saturday 15 August: Mike Gaffney, Rich Chapman, Lee Carter, Mitch Brown, Adam S. and Ukelear Fusion.
- Sunday 23 August: Drew Millin & Colin Reece, Robbie Thompson, Fuzzy Logic, Steve Howard, Joie Cawsey and Chris Brown.
Venue: Molloy’s, Fore Street, St Marychurch, Torquay
South Devon Tattoo Grand Opening
Saturday 22 August · from 2:00pm
South Devon Tattoo opens its new St Marychurch shop with DJs, including special guest Kiko Bun. Quality tattoos, custom designs, professional artists and walk-ins are welcome.
Smoked Torbay Takeover at The Dolphin
Saturday 22 August · from 5:00pm
Smoked Torbay will fire up the BBQ from 5pm, with food served until sold out. Anika Alexis takes the stage from 8:30pm for a Country & Western night. Boots and cowboy hats are encouraged, and everyone is welcome.
Venue: The Dolphin, 36 Fore Street, St Marychurch
Abi Moran at the Crown & Sceptre
Saturday 22 August · 8pm–10pm
Acoustic singer-songwriter Abi Moran performs live at the Crown & Sceptre.
Holly Yarwood at the Conservative Club
Saturday 22 August · 8:30pm–11pm
Live entertainment at St Marychurch & Babbacombe Conservative Club, with a short break for the Saturday night Bottle Draw.
Bank Holiday BBQ at the Conservative Club
Monday 31 August · sizzling from noon
Burgers and hot dogs, plus a raffle and members’ draw. The event was organised by committee members Melissa and Ann with their team of social helpers.
Venue: St Marychurch & Babbacombe Conservative Club, 29 Manor Road, Torquay, TQ1 3JX
St Marychurch Scarecrow Trail 2026
Final day: Monday 31 August
A fun trail of imaginative scarecrows around St Marychurch, hugely popular with children, families and adults.
Trail maps are available from: Torbay Scrapstore, The Falcones and Animals in Distress – St Marychurch.
