EVENTS

The Courtroom, Robing Room and Cells are available for private hire throughout the year. Get in touch for details and rates.

17th April 2026

Courtroom Talk - 'The Georgian Improvers on Dartmoor'

Join Simon Dell for an illustrated talk entitled "The Georgian Improvers on Dartmoor"

In this talk Simon tells the story of ambitious attempts 200 years ago to turn the moorlands of Dartmoor into productive agricultural land. The so-called ‘improvers’ had limited success, but their efforts made an impact on the landscape that can still be seen today.

Talk starts at 7pm in the Courtroom. It is free to attend, although donations to the Guildhall Heritage Centre are always welcome. 

22nd May 2026

Courtroom Talk - Dartmoor Archaeology

Join Simon Dell for an illustrated talk entitled "Dartmoor Archaeology".

Talk starts at 7pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm in the Courtroom. It is free to attend, although donations to the Guildhall Heritage Centre are always welcome.  

26th June 2026

Courtroom Talk - Lundy - a Landmark 50 Years

 Join Simon Dell for an illustrated talk entitled "Lundy - a Landmark 50 Years".

Talk starts at 7pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm in the Courtroom. It is free to attend, although donations to the Guildhall Heritage Centre are always welcome.

24th July 2026

Courtroom Talk - Devon’s Coast to Coast Walk

Join Simon Dell for an illustrated talk entitled "Devon’s Coast to Coast Walk".

Talk starts at 7pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm in the Courtroom. It is free to attend, although donations to the Guildhall Heritage Centre are always welcome.