South Molton Museum

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

Good morning, everyone! The doors are open and the team is ready to welcome you with plenty of treats today.

☕What is waiting for you:
Warm bacon baps
Fresh espresso and barista coffees
Sweet treats including cookies and doughnuts

🍅 Community Fridge:
Fresh bread, fruit and vegetables ready to collect. Free for anyone in the community to take.

⏱️ Opening Hours: 9:30 am to 12:00 noon today.

Pop in, grab a hot drink, and say hello! 😊

02/06/2026

🚨 Community Emergency Hubs are community-run spaces where local people can come together to support one another and take swift, safe and effective action in those crucial early moments before emergency services arrive.

Devon Communities Together is providing a FREE Community Emergency Hub kit to 100 communities across the county (first come first served). To be eligible for a kit you need to do three things:
1️⃣ Interested community members should attend an online workshop (link below)
2️⃣ A suitable location within the community must be agreed and identified
3️⃣ The community should be notified about the hub

Join one of the FREE sessions in June to find out more about Community Emergency Hubs, and you will be one step closer to creating a more resilient and prepared community 💚

https://orlo.uk/233KR

29/05/2026

The Ceramics Academy CIC and The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Discover the stories, voices, and heritage of South Molton’s Pannier Market in this free workshop with Katy Lee of Courage Copse Creative.

Inspired by ‘Verses for the Pannier Market’ by Victorian poet Loveday Bennett, who made her living selling verses in South Molton, you’ll explore local history through poetry, storytelling, and shared creativity helping to create a brand-new community poem for the market.

Participants will also be invited to join the Ceramics Academy on 20th June to create a unique piece of community art.

Places are free — book via The Amory Centre on 01769 572501 or through the Eventbrite link below.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-poem-for-the-pannier-market-tickets-1989548723790

29/05/2026

As we celebrate Love Your Local Market 2026, it’s a great opportunity to reflect on the rich history of South Molton Pannier Market and the important role it continues to play in our community.

Did you know a poem was written to celebrate the opening of the market in 1863?

Now, more than 160 years later, local writer Katy Lee of Courage Copse Creatives CIC is inviting people to explore the stories behind the Pannier Market and help create a brand new poem celebrating the market of today.

Whether you’re an experienced writer, interested in local history or simply curious to get involved, everyone is welcome.

📍 Saturday 30th May, 10.30am to 12.30pm
The Old Assembly Rooms

📍 Saturday 13th June, 10.30am to 12.30pm
South Molton Library

Help us celebrate the past, present and future of South Molton Pannier Market.

Link to book is in the comments ⬇️

# Love Your Local Market

26/05/2026

The last poem regarding the market in 1863 !
How amazing is this
And to think we are about to make history again with a new poem

26/05/2026

The countdown is on until our Annual Vintage Rally on 30th and 31st May 2026 at Frankhill Farm, Rackenford, EX16 8EG. There will be lots to see and do and we hope you are looking forward to it as much as we are! 😃👏🏻🎉🚚🚗🚲🏍🚜🚂🎉👏🏻🥰
See our website or facebook event for further details: https://www.southmoltonvintagerallyclub.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/events/890379320497146

26/05/2026

Coming next weekend !
Don’t miss this opportunity
Watch out for other events to celebrate our amazing market

03/02/2026

Sometimes I think I’d quite like castle life for a week or two. Have majestic, noble lurcher for fireside, will castle. This stunning image by of our very own certainly fits the dream as well as the moody weather we’ve got at the moment. Have a good Tuesday everyone.