Hatherleigh Community
Hatherleigh is home to a diverse and vibrant community, who love to make things happen. From weekly dance and exercise classes, all the way through to fire-lit carnivals and summer music/arts festivals. Below we have compiled a list of local groups and activities. As you’ll see, there really is something for everyone in this small town.
Hatherleigh Groups and Societies:
Hatherleigh History Society
With records dating all the way back to 1086, Hatherleigh History Society hold countless documents, images and literature on the history of Hatherleigh. Be sure to visit their website and follow their social media pages if you’re curious about the history of your home.
Hatherleigh Silver Band
Hatherleigh Silver Band are an award winning brass band, currently contesting in the first section. The band have a purpose-built practice room and always offer a warm welcome to anybody wishing to learn how to play.
Hatherleigh Festival Committee
Hatherleigh residents are incredibly lucky, in that we have our very own annual Arts and Music Festival, hosted in The Square, off Market Street. The Festival Committee are always on the look-out for creative and practical new members to assist with putting on the event.
Hatherleigh Players
“It’s behind you”, “Oh no it isn’t”. Hatherleigh players are a fun, vibrant bunch of AmDram enthusiasts who put on annual performances in the Community Centre. Speak to Dame Cindy Squires to find out more.
Hatherleigh Youth Café, Old Schools
The team of volunteers at Hatherleigh Youth Cafe offer a free drop-in service for young people aged 13-17, every Thursday at the Old Schools from 7PM-9PM.
Hatherleigh Community Picture House
Bringing the big screen to Rural Communities. We try to bring new and retro films twice a month to the Community Centre, for all ages and affordable to all. We can offer pick ‘n’ mix, popcorn, slushies & milkshakes. Keep an eye out for our big themed evenings too!
Street Dance & Ballet Classes, Old Schools
Contact Elodie Stott for more information on Street Dance and Ballet Classes, hosted every Tuesday in The Old Schools.
Hatherleigh Cricket Club
Hatherleigh CC offers opportunities for players of all ages and abilities to play, train, and compete in friendly matches. The clubhouse has recently undergone extensive refurbishment and is available to hire for parties, conferences, meetings and other events.
Hatherleigh Football Club
Hatherleigh Football Club provides a space for players of all ages and abilities to play, train and develop their skills, as well as offering the Clubhouse as a hub for social events and gatherings.
Hatherleigh Bowls Club
Located in the building to the left of the Community Centre, Hatherleigh has a friendly Bowls club. See contact information below to find out more.
Badminton
Contact Ruth Penberthy to find out more about the Hatherleigh Badminton group.
Pilates
For more information on Pilates at Hatherleigh Community Centre, contact Shirley Edwards
Tai Chi
For more information on Tai Chi at Hatherleigh Community Centre, contact Brian MacDonald.
Aerobics
For more information on Aerobics at Hatherleigh Community Centre, contact Emma Jeffries.
Adult Dance Fit
For more information on Adult Dance Fit at Hatherleigh Community centre, contact Jessica Squire.
Community Spaces
Hatherleigh Community Centre
Hatherleigh Community Centre is a hub for community activities, events, and gatherings. It offers a variety of spaces, including a large hall, fully equipped kitchen, meeting room, bar, and outdoor space.
Hatherleigh Community Market
Running every Tuesday from 08:30am until 12:30pm, the market features traders selling locally produced fresh meat, cheeses, eggs, bread, vegetables, plants, household goods, collectables and bric-a-brac. The market also features auctions of household items and collectibles as well as live poultry and small animals. Hatherleigh Community Market is also a venue for hire.
St John's Church
St. John’s Church is a historic place of worship, dating back to the 15th century. It offers a peaceful setting for religious services and events, as well as being a popular destination for tourists and history enthusiasts. The church is widely known for its unusual architecture and beautiful stained glass windows.
Old Schools
The Old School Room in Hatherleigh is a historic building, once used as a school, it is now a community space which is available to hire. It offers a flexible space for events, meetings and workshops, within a charming and traditional setting.
Island Park
Owned and managed by Hatherleigh Town Council, Island Park has been developed over the last 10 years and now consists of a play park, skate plaza, picnic area, and riverside seating areas.
Hatherleigh Skate Park
Owned and managed by Hatherleigh Town Council, Island Park has been developed over the last 10 years and now consists of a play park, skate plaza, picnic area, and riverside seating areas.
Hatherleigh Town Allotments
Green-fingered residents can enjoy the Hatherleigh Town Allotments, located beside Madewell Café on the A386 just north of the town. The site comprises 13 allotment plots, offering residents the opportunity to grow their own fruit, vegetables and flowers. Anyone interested in joining the waiting list for an allotment plot can contact the association on the email address below.
The Square
The Square is actually built on the footprint of the original market buildings. This area now plays host to live music events, cider and pasty evenings and jumble sales and plant sales throughout the year. A small team of hard-working volunteers make sure that the flower beds are well stocked with perennial pollinators throughout the spring and summer, too.
MUGA (Multi Use Games Area) / Tennis Courts
The Tennis Court is located just north of the football club and is available to hire (collect keys from Texaco, Bridge Garage). Equipment is not supplied at the court, so you will need to bring your own rackets and ball.
Hatherleigh Moor
Hatherleigh is hope to over 400 acres of managed moorland, providing ample areas to walk and to explore some of the most panoramic views in West Devon. Please remember to keep dogs on leads around livestock.
