What's on in and around Exeter this bank holiday weekend

You'll find something to suit all ages and tastes in our round up of what's on in and around Exeter this bank holiday weekend:

Phill Jupitus: You're Probably Wondering Why I've Asked You Here...
Friday, 8pm, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter
U-boat Captain, Welsh pornstar, Dutch roadie or noted broadcaster and comedian? Like Camberwick Green, you're never sure who's coming out of the box. Adult content delivered childishly. Tickets: £15. Box office: 01392 270891. www.barnfieldtheatre.com

Edge Comedy Club: Paul Ricketts
Saturday, 8pm, Clifford Room, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter
Edge Comedy – Nationally acclaimed comedy club bringing you an eclectic mix live stand-up comedy from the best of the UK comedy circuit returns to The Barnfield Theatre on the first Saturday of every month. Tickets £10. Box office: 01392 270891.  www.edgecomedy.co.uk

The Gruffalo's Child
Sunday & Monday, Northcott Theatre, Exeter
Following hot on the heels of The Gruffalo's sell-out tour and his monstrous West End success comes The Gruffalo's Child - with attitude! Just how brave is she?  Find out for yourselves by joining her at the Exeter Northcott. All adults must be accompanied by a responsible child. Performances: on Sunday at 3pm and 5.30pm; Monday 11am and 3pm. Tickets: £12. www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

MUSIC

The ZZ Tops
Friday, 8pm, Exmouth Pavilion
The unique three man tribute to rock music's best known Texan boogie band, are back to tear the house down, bringing a tour with more tone, taste and tenacity than ever before,  complete with their real beards. Tickets £10.50 in advance, £12.50 on the door. Box office: 01395 222477. www.ledtickets.co.uk

Tom McRae
Saturday, 8pm, Exeter Phoenix
Tom McRae, long regarded as one of the UK’s finest singer songwriters promotes the release of his sixth studio album, From The Lowlands, the second part of the critically acclaimed 2010 release, The Alphabet of Hurricanes. Tickets: £14.50. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Karl Zumar
Sunday, 11.30am, Cafe at 36, 36 Cowick Street, Exeter
Cafe at 36 welcome back local singer songwriter Karl Zumar. Karl will be playing a mix of acoustic folk, blues and more. Why not treat yourself and enjoy one of the family friendly cafe's renowned cooked breakfasts while feeling the groove! 

Electric Eclective Sunday
Sunday, 8pm, Mama Stones, Mary Arches Street, Exeter
The Electric Eclectic Collective brings you a night packed full of energy and entertainment. Five great experiences in the form of three solo artists and two great bands:  Charlotte Ward, Jamo Hope, Luke Friend, Sound of the Sirens and Issac Indianna. £5 on the door.

EVENTS

Seaton Tramway: A Bird Hide on Wheels
Saturday, 5pm, Seaton Tramway
Jump on board for a ride through two beautiful nature reserves, Seaton Marshes and Colyford Common, next to the glorious River Axe Estuary, which plays host to an ever-changing selection of birds through the seasons. Trips give you exclusive access to remote parts of the valley, where you are likely to see between 30 and 50 different species of bird during your 2-hour trip.  www.tram.co.uk

Woodland Fun Weekend
Sunday & Monday, 10am-4pm, Powderham Castle, Kenton
Woodland Fun Forest School will be at Powderham Castle for a couple of days of wood craft, fire craft and lots more. Have a go at willow weaving,  see an expert demonstrate fire by friction, find out how to make nettle soup, learn about tracks and feeding signs and lots more. For more information visit www.powderham.co.uk

Bow's Heart of Devon Festival
Sunday, 2pm, Bow Village Playing Fields, Station Road, Bow
Live music, over 30 craft, plant and produce stalls, bouncy castle and other children's entertainment plus a display of vintage vehicles, there will also be hot locally produced food and a licensed bar.  Click here for more information.

Bank holiday fun at Devon’s Crealy
Monday, Devon’s Crealy Great Adventure Park, Sidmouth Road, Exeter
Can we fix it? Yes we can! Bob the Builder enjoyed himself so much last time, he is heading back to Crealy Great Adventure Park. A real treat for every young builder, Bob appears in mini shows in the Show Dome at intervals throughout the day with Wendy and Spud, recycling rubbish and building a ship sailed by Captain Spud with a little help from their imagination. The park is open 10am-5.30pm, for more information visit www.crealy.co.uk

Spring Craft Fair
Monday, The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth
A unique craft fair held in the large events marquee full of local traders with their lovely handmade goods. Why not go along and treat yourself. This is a fundraising event. £2 entry, under 12s are free, 10am-4pm. Traders should call 01395 573156 for more information.

EXHIBITIONS

Ten out of Ten
Devon Guild of Craftsmen, Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey
This new exhibition features mixed craft work by 10 makers who have won awards at the Contemporary Craft Festival, which celebrates its 10th birthday in Bovey Tracey this year. The Devon Guild has asked the winning makers to create something new – launch a new product or show something that they wouldn’t necessarily show on the stand. Ten out of Ten shows why they are leaders in their field and what it takes to make a winner. Exhibitors include Cleo Mussi, John Luff and Helaina Sharpley. The exhibition runs from 4 May-16 June,  open daily 10am-5.30pm, free entry.  www.crafts.org.uk

Official Turin Shroud replica
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, St Andrew’s Church, Blundell’s Avenue, Tiverton
An official replica of the Turin Shroud is on display at St Andrew’s Church, Blundell’s Avenue, Tiverton until Sunday 5 May, 2013, from 10.30am to 4.30pm daily.  The Shroud will be on loan from Pam Moon, whose sister and brother-in-law, a local Vicar, worshipped at St Andrew’s before moving to North Devon. For further information call 01884 232975.

Objects of Desire
Killerton House, Broadclyst
This fashion exhibition has some of the most luxurious vintage fashion and accessories from the 20th century and highlight the ultimate in designer and couture clothes. Glamorous gowns, gorgeous bags and exquisite shoes are among the items on display. Open 11am-4pm, until 31 December.  www.nationaltrust.org.uk/killerton