The Beaver

Robin Curtis is a Devon based musician known for expressive vocals and a mix of musical styles played with originality and energy. Learn more about Robin at his Facebook page.

INTERNATIONAL BAND AT THE BEAVER A band characterised by an international line-up and an unusual variety of instruments will perform at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 20th April. The Transatlantic Hot Club are made up of harpist Ben Creighton Griffiths, bassist Ashley John Long ( both from Wales), violinist/vocalist Adrien Chevalier Read More ...

JUST EAST OF JAZZ AT THE BEAVER Appearing at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 27th April will be Just East of Jazz. Back in the 1990s the band pioneered the incorporation of East European and Middle Eastern musical influences in to jazz but has since developed a unique sound which seamlessly Read More ...

Top drummer Tristan Mailliot will bring a superb quartet to The Beaver, Appledore on 11th May to celebrate the music of the great pianist/composer Chick Corea. Tristan will be joined by award-winning young saxophonist Tom Ridout and two very accomplished musicians from the South West, pianist Tom Ball and bass player Jim Rentoul. Together The Read More ...

Pretty Green are a hard working and dedicated band who are passionately devoted to the music of The Jam. Pretty Green offer a tribute to The Jam that musically is on the highest level seen amongst tributes. They play classics like Going Underground or Start! as well as loads of other Jam hits. What makes Read More ...

At the Beaver, during the pre-weekend of the Appledore Music Festival, are the Michael Wright Quintet, playing Jazz/Funk/Latin. The band comprises: Emmanuel Segun Sax Jon Gillies Sax John Bingham Keys Michael Reed. Drums Michael Wright Bass

Simon Boswell at the Beaver is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.

Out Front - presented by North Devon Jazz Club - is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the image above for more details.

Acoustic music duo at the Beaver.

ALL SMILES AT THE BEAVER ’If you’ve ever wondered what smiles sound like, this is it’. So wrote critic Jackie Hayden in the magazine Hot Press about the Charlotte Glasson Band which will perform at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 15th June. At the gig the band will perform a brand Read More ...

Gary at the Beaver - acoustic guitar and singer. Learn more at Gary's Facebook page.

BRINGING NORTH AMERICA TO APPLEDORE Much-praised pianist Eddie Gripper brings his trio to North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 29 June. At the gig the trio will perform numbers from their latest album, Americana, which was inspired by an epic journey Eddie did with a friend in 2022. Thumbing lifts the two Read More ...

Singer songwriter Amber Louise is coming to the Beaver. As well as her own songs, Amber does covers from the 80’s, 90’s and later. All served with a delightful country twist. Check out Amber at her Facebook page.

AMERICAN JAZZ GUITARIST AT THE BEAVER Mix the sophistication of jazz, the grit of blues and the grooves of funk and soul and you have the recipe for the music of American jazz guitarist B.D. Lenz who will bring his dynamic trio to North Devon Jazz Club at The Beaver, Appledore on Monday, 8th July, Read More ...

Flatliner are bringing all the anthems — Foo Fighters, Oasis, Nirvana, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Arctic Monkeys… all the songs you know, love, and shout at the top of your lungs.

The Greater Good started in 2022 as a duo with Charmain Lovett on vocals and Dave Stacey on guitar playing great quality covers to audiences of all ages and tastes. After two years they expanded to also be able to offer “The Greater Good Band” by bringing in their talented friends, Richard Lancaster on drums Read More ...

JOOLS HOLLAND’S SAXOPHONIST AT THE BEAVER Saxophonist Derek Nash, who is a leading member of Jools Holland’s big band, is the distinguished guest of fellow saxophonist Martin Dale and his quartet on Monday 21st September at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore. Rated as one of the finest saxophonists in the UK Derek Read More ...

Simon plays covers from Oasis, Bob Marley, the Killers and many more. Come along and join in the fun.

JAZZ GUITAR MAESTRO RETURNS TO THE BEAVER Swiss jazz guitar maestro Nicolas Meier pays another visit to North Devon Jazz Club at The Beaver, Appledore on 5 October with his band the Nicolas Meier World Group. A firm favourite with the Club’s regulars Nicolas will be including pieces from his latest album, Elysian Drift, drawing Read More ...

Live acoustic music from Taylor Latham. A laid back evening of well-loved covers & originals. Taylor brings great vibes, good tunes & the perfect chilled out soundtrack to a night by the sea!

Mislaid Grenade make a welcome return to the Beaver, Appledore. Known for their high-energy performances and fantastic mix of rock, indie and classic favourites, Mislaid Grenade always know how to get the party started. This event will feature acoustic covers, just like MTV Unplugged (except they're not usually covers). Which may mean that this gig Read More ...

MESMERISING SOUNDSCAPE FROM SWISS PIANIST Swiss pianist and singer Fabienne Ambuehl is known for her vibrant contemporary jazz, weaving together elements of poetry and storytelling. Her debut album "Glitterwoods' was named Album of the Year by UK Vibe and her latest album 'Thrive' won Jazz Recording of The Year at the 2025 Presto Music Awards Read More ...

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The Far Far Aways are based in Barnstaple and are coming to the Beaver for a Haloween night special. Their Facebook profile says that they play "iconic tracks from the Shrek film franchise, alongside a mix of party anthems and crowd-pleasing floor fillers" but we expect some Haloween specials like "the Devil Went Down to Read More ...

Halloween Party with Pale Teas and DJ Smithers