Crediton is well known for being a lively creative place and the wealth of local music events certainly confirms this. But if you’re new to the area, or even if you’ve lived here for years, it’s not always easy to find out what’s going on. Local singer Hazel Underwood has compiled this handy list of regular music events and sessions. Whether you're into folk, jazz, pop or classical, there's something for everyone. All are free unless specified.
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday – 7.15pm Crediton Strummers at Crediton Arts Centre. £2.50 Open to anyone who plays an instrument, at any level. Music and words for popular songs provided.
1st Tuesday of the month – 8pm Sandford Folk Session at The Lamb Inn, Sandford, main bar. Mainly song.
Last Tuesday of the month - 8pm Folk session at the New Inn, Coleford Mainly song.
Wednesday
Every Wednesday - 7.30pm CODS (Crediton Operatic and Drama Society), Old Town Hall (above the museum). Put on regular plays, musicals and concerts, Check website for details of their next show.
2nd Wednesday of the month - 8pm Open mic at The Red Lion, Shobrooke. Informal song/music share, anything goes!
Thursdays
Every Thursday - 7.30pm Acoustic Night Lapford Mill. Anything goes!
1st Thursday of the month - 12 - 3pm and 3rd Thursday - 7.30pm Folk session at The London Inn, Morchard Bishop run by Pennymoor Singaround, with a break for lunch for those who wish to eat. Mainly song.
3rd Thursday of the month - 7.30pm Moon Jazz Club, The Little Three Pigs, Crediton Town Square. Regular house band but anyone can play, sing or jam. Entry £5
Fridays
1st Friday of the month - 6-9pm Open micrun by the Turning Tides Project, at Crediton Station Tea Rooms. Hot/soft drinks.
2nd Friday of the month – 7pm Night Train Open Mic at Elephant on the Green, St Lawrence Green, Crediton.
4th Friday of the month - 7pm Open mic, Café + Gallery @100 on Crediton High Street, next to the Congregational Church.
Sundays
2nd Sunday of the month - 7pm – 10pm Blues Jam at The Red Deer pub near the Tesco super store.
3rd Sunday of the month - 7pm – 10pm Jazz Night at The Red Deer pub near the Tesco super store.
Last Sunday of the month - 7 - 10pm The Great Crediton Jam Night at The Red Deer pub near the Tesco super store Amplified jam and open mic.
Last Sunday of the month - 12-3pm Folk music session, Half Moon Inn, Cheriton Fitzpaine. Lots of folky tunes on various instruments. Listeners also welcome.
The following venues put on regular live music performances and, if you send them your email address, they will let you know what’s coming up.
- Crediton Arts Centre
- The Elephant on the Green
- The Lamb Inn at Sandford
- The Boniface Concert Society puts on classical music concerts in Crediton Parish Church. To join their mailing list email.
This guide was updated in June 2025
Details can change so please check with the venue before attending any of these events.
If you would like to add or update an event on this list please contact Hazel Underwood at sagalout1@gmail.com
