5 fun things to do this weekend in and around Exeter

Here is our top five picks of things to do in and around Exeter this weekend. Enjoy!

COMEDY

8 March

Jenny Eclair 

In celebration of the release of her memoir, comedian Jenny Eclair comes to Exeter Northcott Theatre with her brand-new autobiographical show. 

FESTIVAL

7-8 March

Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival

John Suchet, Lucy Mangan, Dr Lucy Pollock and more will be descending on the town of Budleigh Salterton to chat about their latest books. 

ART

On now until 12 April

Melanie Jackson: Hot Flash

This solo exhibition of ceramic sculpture, animation and drawing by Melanie Jackson, brings together two bodies of recent work in a pair of installations at Exeter Phoenix. 

MUSIC

8 March

Spring Spectacular with Exeter Cathedral Choir

Experience a musical performance from the Choir of Exeter Cathedral, as they visit St Mary’s Church, Abbotskerswell. The concert will include music from Mozart, Goodall, Ireland, Fauré and more. 

FILM

9 March 

ANORA

Winner of five awards at this year’s Oscars - including Best Picture - this film is about a young sex worker from Brooklyn, who sees her world change when she meets Vanya, the impetuous son of a billionaire oligarch. 4.30pm showing at Exeter PictureHouse