Paul Hussell – Ebbing Tide Album Launch + Special Guests Dan Whitehouse and Gustaf Ljunggren
Live Music
Paul Hussell's Ebbing Tide - A lifetime of music making and family life is charted in this beautifully crafted collection of songs produced by Dan Whitehouse and featuring an all star cast of top European session musicians
Postponed - New date TBA
You Are Invited to Bob’s Birthday
Club/DJs
Come and celebrate Bob's birthday. Expect eclectic dance music infused with soul, house, techno, funk and breaks alongside friendly house party vibes
Friday 24th October 2025 | 8pm
The Undercover Hippy + SUpport – Ez Dickens (Full Band)
Live Music
Led by singer-songwriter Billy Rowan, aka The Undercover Hippy, the band has built a reputation for delivering high-energy live shows that make audiences laugh, dance, and think all at once. Expect infectious beats, razor-sharp rhymes, and the kind of crowd connection that turns a gig into a movement
Saturday 25th October 2025 | 8pm
Broadside Hacks Recordings Artist Showcase – Goblin Band + Spitzer Space Telescope
Live Music
Goblin Band and Spitzer Space Telescope will be bringing a riot of folk music to the Barrel House in this Broadside Hacks artist showcase
Tuesday 28th October 2025 | 8pm
Natalie Holmes
Live Music
Described as a consistently astounding songwriter, Natalie Holmes writes lilting, haunting and yet somehow invigorating pop, with honey toned vocals and an incredible depth to every song.
Wednesday 29th October 2025 | 7:30pm
The Breath
Live Music
The Breath is Manchester-based guitarist Stuart McCallum and singer/flautist Ríoghnach Connolly, presenting their contemporary take on alt-folk
Thursday 30th October 2025 | 7:30pm
The Rocky Horror Picture Show – 50th Anniversary Live Band Celebration
Live Music
To mark 50 years of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, a powerhouse LIVE BAND made up of some of Totnes’ most electrifying musicians will hit the stage for one wild night only!
Friday 31st October 2025 | 8:30pm
Rambunctious Social Club Presents – Mexican Night of the Dead Ball
Club/DJs
AMIGAS AND AMIGOS! Bigger and Deader than ever... The legendary night in everyone's calendar is BACK! Live Music, Tropical DJs, extraordinary decor and a FULL takeover of the venue inside and outside!
Saturday 1st November 2025 | 8pm-1am
QUILTBAG Sunday socials
Community
Join us in the Barrel House Ballroom for our monthly queer social/DIY/scratch space. Come and chat, bring games, craft or open mic/cabaret ideas - Free entry
Sunday 2nd November 2025 | 4pm-7pm
Sunday Soul Session With Luke Marzec
Live Music
Join Luke Marzec and his band for an intimate Sunday Soul Session - a cosy, candlelit evening in the downstairs Library Bar.
Sunday 2nd November 2025 | 7pm-10pm
Black Bird Open Mic Night #128
Live Music,Community
The Black Bird Open Mic Night is a friendly, intimate and much-loved event that brings people together for good times. Original material is positively encouraged!
Tuesday 4th November 2025 | 7pm
Dub Princess & The Hotsteppas + Support – Seretonin DJ Set
Live Music
With this powerful collaboration in full swing, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Dub Princess and Hotsteppas. Expect soulful, sun-drenched vibes and lush, downtempo grooves, providing the perfect backdrop for Dub Princess' lyricism
Friday 7th November 2025 | 8pm
harbottle & Jonas (Full Band Show)
Live Music
Partners in life and music, dynamic Devon-based duo Harbottle & Jonas are one of the most exciting acts on the UK folk circuit today
Saturday 8th November 2025 | 8pm
Martha Tilston + support
Live Music
With a pure silken voice and lyrics that inspire and captivate, Martha Tilston has developed a successful musical career with a large and loyal following worldwide.
Sunday 9th November 2025 | 7:30pm
How To Poem – With Chris The Ultimate Tool (Kit)
Spoken Word/Literary
Join Chris for an hour and a bit of poetry playfulness to shake your words awake
Monday 10th November 2025 | 6pm-7:15pm
Poets and Pints Open Mic
Spoken Word/Literary
Come on down and sign up to read your poem or just relax with a pint/glass of vino/OR ginger beer for a fun evening of poetry at the mic.
Monday 10th November 2025 | 7:30pm
QUIZTRAVAGANZA – SEASON 5 – QUIZ LIKE YOU’VE NEVER QUIZZED BEFORE
Community
Yes, it’s back the ‘No Wrong Answers Quiz’. General knowledge is not a requirement. Pursuits may be trivial, but not necessarily factual. Get your creative pants on and prepare for low level shenanigans and chaos
Wednesday 12th November 2025 | 7:30pm
Baskery – The Queens of Banjopunk + Support – Ellie Finnerty
Live Music
Baskery play a combination of classic ‘roots music and Americana’ with a twist of rule breaking punk that turns this much loved style of music on its head
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