Simon Boswell
2026-05-30 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
Simon Boswell at the Beaver is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.

dogleg
2026-05-30 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris)
dogleg at the Seagate is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.

Introducing Stage at the Champ
2026-05-31 13:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
The Introducing Stage at the Champ is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.

Richard Malfait Lightly Mic'd Session
2026-05-31 18:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
This session is a part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the heading above for more details.

Marmalade Club
2026-05-31 20:00 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
Marmalade Club is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band’s name above for more details.

Steve Ruffé Acoustic Session
2026-06-01 20:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Royal Hotel, 2A Bude Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1PS, United Kingdom
Steve Ruffé’s Acoustic Session is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the image above for more details.

Out Front - presented by North Devon Jazz Club
2026-06-01 20:30 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
Out Front – presented by North Devon Jazz Club – is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the image above for more details.

Emmanuel Segun
2026-06-13 21:00 - 23:00 UTC | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Since settling in North Devon the fine saxophonist Emmanuel Segun has become well-known locally through his performances in all kinds of contexts and with a variety of musicians on the local scene. On February 14 – Valentine’s Day – he will appear at The Champ, Appledore where he will be playing music that effortlessly blends jazz, funk, pop, and music from all over Africa.
During a career marked by collaborations with a plethora of internationally acclaimed artists, Emmanuel has also made a significant impact on the global music scene. He has shared the stage with Grammy Award winner Kirk Whalum, Burna Boy, Gerald Albright, Najee, Joss Stone, Kurt Carr, Roy Hargrove, Fourplay, Courtney Pine, Hugh Masekela, and many others, showcasing his versatility and virtuosity.

Ball & Chain Duo
2026-06-13 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
Acoustic music duo at the Beaver.

Charlotte Glasson Band - presented by North Devon Jazz Club
2026-06-15 20:30 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
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 new jazz/world music project called Yellow Moon and will feature multi-instrumentalist Charlotte on saxes, flute, violin and more, Robin (William) Jones on guitar, Sam Dorrell on trombone and bass, and Sudhi Ponyi on tabla and percussion.
To quote Charlotte: ‘Drawing on influences from across the globe, Yellow Moon weaves melodies of silk and gossamer that spin and float on breezes as warm and smooth as a summer’s morning… this project looks to explore the depths of colour and feeling that music brings us.’
The gig starts at 8:30pm and is hosted by the North Devon Jazz Club. Thank you NDJC. There is no entrance fee. A collection will be taken for the band. For a meal booking please phone The Beaver on 01237 474822

Neil Sadler Band
2026-06-20 20:45 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
The Neil Sadler Band is fronted by Neil Sadler himself, a successful blues/rock guitarist based in Barnstaple. Originally with Sleeping Lions, he now tours with his own band. He has just released his first solo album, Past to Present, which was selected as album of the month in 2-025by the UK Independent Blues Broadcasters Association.

Gary McCausland
2026-06-20 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
Gary at the Beaver – acoustic guitar and singer. Learn more at Gary’s Facebook page.

QT Swing
2026-06-22 20:00 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
QT Swing is a delightful 5 piece playing old time jazz and blues, based in Bideford.
Learn more at their Facebook page.

Benita Johnson
2026-06-22 20:30 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Benita Johnson is an alt-folk rock / americana singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Sussex, UK. And she’s travelling all the way to Appledore to sing for the lovely people who are in the Champ on Monday night 22 June. Be there!
More about Benita at her Facebook page.

The Beached Boys - Royal North Devon Golf Club
2026-06-26 19:30 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | Royal North Devon Golf Club, Golf Links Road, Westward Ho!, Bideford, EX39 1HD, United Kingdom
The Royal North Devon Golf Club is hosting the Beached Boys – a tribute to the Beach Boys.
All the greatest hits from the sound of surf.
Tickets can be purchased by calling the club on 01236 473817. The ticket price is £30, which includes a two-course meal. Call the Royal North Devon Golf Club on 01237 473817 to book.

Vince Lee & Sophie Lord
2026-06-26 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Vince Lee is a blues guitarist based in the South West and Sophie Lord is a long-time collaborator of Vince’s, usually accompanhying him on bass guitar. Learn more at Vince’s Facebook page.

Eddie Gripper - presented by North Devon Jazz Club
2026-06-29 20:30 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
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 men travelled from the Arctic Circle through Alaska , the Yukon and British Columbia, then crossed the border into Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada and Arizona before finally reaching Los Angeles.
The album is a personal account of that six week journey, reflecting the American spirit, the warmth, optimism and generosity of its people but also a glimpse into a more fractured reality of drugs, homelessness and poverty.
Joining Eddie with be bass player Clem Saynor and drummer Patrick Barrett Donlon.
The gig starts at 8:30pm and is hosted by the North Devon Jazz Club.

Peter Bruntnell
2026-07-04 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Rolling Stone once declared Peter Bruntnell to be, “one of England’s best kept musical secrets”. His Trio come to the Champ on a sweltering Friday night, to entertain the thirsty Champ audience. It promises to be an evening of fine music in the quintessentially unique atmosphere of the Champ. The place to be on a Friday night!
This is an Appledore Music Festival pre-festival gig.
Check out Peter’s web site here.

Amber Louise Music
2026-07-04 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
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.

Quirk
2026-07-04 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Three lads and a lass from the shire playing some quirky tunes.
Check out Quirk’s Facebook page for more info.

B.D. Lenz Trio - presented by North Devon Jazz Club
2026-07-06 20:30 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
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, 8:30pm start.
B.D. has played guitar since his early teens, he is a graduate of the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles and has studied with such masters as Mike Stern, Vic Juris and Charlie Banacos along the way. Lenz has released 13 highly-acclaimed recordings as a leader and his music has been featured in hundreds of TV shows globally including Breaking Bad, Catfish and Young Sheldon.
To quote All About Jazz: ‘Lenz’s music portrays his deep attachment to groove and rhythm as well as an uncanny ability to craft interesting and memorable melodies…’.
The gig is hosted by the North Devon Jazz Club. Thank you NDJC. There is no entrance fee, however a collection is taken for the band. For a meal booking please phone The Beaver on 01237 474822

Neil Sadler Unplugged
2026-07-12 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Neil Sadler Unplugged features the great man himself showcasing tracks from his new album.
Neil is the leader of The Neil Sadler Band, a famous blues/rock band based in Barnstaple. Originally with Sleeping Lions, he now tours with his own band. His last solo album, Past to Present, was selected as album of the month in 2025 by the UK Independent Blues Broadcasters Association.

Nordon Line
2026-07-24 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Nordon Line are local musicians Tom Nordon and Chris Line, also known as Silver Fox and Mista Chris. Expect blues with a dance twist

Flatliner
2026-07-24 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
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 Pete G Gigger Mix
2026-07-25 20:30 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Well-known local musician Pete Geiger is putting on a covers evening with a twist. Expect loads of fun with plenty of audience participation. Pete is a local legend and a charismatic performer who puts his all into each show.

Sunday Marmalade with Baz Bix
2026-08-02 20:00 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Beaver, Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1RY, United Kingdom
Baz is back at the Beaver Inn with the Marmalade Club jam sessions. Come and have a listen or, better still, if you can play, sing or whistle, join in.
Hosted by local legend Baz, this vibrant jam session welcomes musicians and singers of all levels to showcase their talent. Whether you’re an accomplished instrumentalist or simply love to sing, come and join the fun-filled evening of laughter and extraordinary local talent.

Tuesday night folk session
2026-08-04 20:00 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Acoustic folk session every Tuesday night at the Champ, run by the indefatigable Russell. All welcome. Check out the Facebook page – facebook.com/tuesdaynightfolksessionatthechampappledore.

Appledore Ceilidh Band
2026-08-05 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris) | Seagate Hotel, The Quay, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1QS, United Kingdom
The Appledore Ceilidh Band play on the first Wednesday of every month at the Seagate Hotel on the Quay. Led by Sophie Randles-Dunkley, the talented band will play a delectable choice of jigs and reels. Originally formed to run a proper ceilidh at the Appledore Music Festival, they have become a much-loved feature of the Appledore music scene.
Grab a drink and get ready to tap your feet as they fill the bar with uplifting traditional tunes from the British Isles and beyond.

Bushpig
2026-08-07 21:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Champ, 5 Meeting St, Appledore, EX39 1RJ, United Kingdom
Bushpig are, in their own words, five gracefully maturing chaps in caps and whiskers playing an eclectic mix of soulful and bluesy grooves. What’s more, they do a mean skiffle, blues, reggae and pop. They consist of Richard Malfait on guitar and vocals, Jim Crawford on guitar and Dayle Helsby on bass and double bass, Beats Blofeld on sticks and Jaggs on trombone. Bluesy shuffles, soulful grooves, caps and whiskers. If you want to know more, come along to the Champ and let your ears enjoy the groove.

Mislaid Grenade
2026-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Royal Hotel, 2A Bude Street, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1PS, United Kingdom
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.
You can find out more about this loud rock covers band from North Devon at their Facebook page.
