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'The Long Weekend' at Coleton Fishacre

Inspired by a guest book entry from May 1926 titled ‘a long weekend’, we're recreating that holiday feeling at Coleton Fishacre and kicking off the summer with a special celebratory weekend.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

2026 marks 100 years since the D’Oyly Cartes moved into their country retreat, and began enjoying life on the South Devon coast.

Inspired by an entry in the family's guest book from May 1926, titled ‘a long weekend’, join us for a pop-up dance class or partake in cocktail hour in true Jazz Age style.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Dance class and cocktail hour takes place in the house.

Accessibility

The ground floor of the house is accessible.

Other

Adults must be 18 years and over with valid ID for tastings. Last entry to the house at 4.30pm.

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on
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100 years of Coleton Fishacre 

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on
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on
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at 10:30 to 13:00

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on
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