Food to Die For at Devon’s Agatha Christie Festival

In the opulent setting of the ballroom where Isadora Duncan once performed and Agatha Christie also danced we invite you to enjoy a traditional tea dance with live period music courtesy of the band “High Society”. A cream tea will be served whilst you enjoy the music and dancing. Period costume encouraged.
The Ballroom, Oldway Mansion, Torquay Road, Paignton TQ3 2TE
3.30pm – 6.30pm
Tickets: £12.75
Contact: Torquay and Paignton Libraries 01803 208300

Agatha Christie Mile Evening Vintage Bus Tour with Supper

Join us aboard ‘Barnaby’ the 1940s original Vintage bus. See the Agatha Christie Mile and the beautiful countryside as we take you on a nostalgic trip to the heart of Agatha Christie’s Riviera, ending the evening with a fish and chip supper. Limited seating – please book early.
Departing Belgrave Road Torquay at: 6.30pm
Departing Cary Parade Torquay at: 6.40pm
Adult £17.00 Child £11
Contact: Greenway Ferry 01803 882811

Murder Mystery at Orestone Manor

In conjunction with the Candlelight Theatre Company the action begins over pre-dinner drinks and concludes over coffee. While you sit down to a delicious dinner, our actors will lay the clues that you have to unravel. It is up to you to investigate and accuse a suspect. Guests are encouraged to join in although no-one is given a particular character and it’s fine by us if all you want to do is sit back and relax and let us entertain you.
Orestone Manor, Rock House Lane, Maidencombe, TQ1 4SX
From 7.00pm
£35 includes 3-course dinner and glass of wine on arrival
Pre-booking essential
Contact: 01803-328098

Thursday 15th September

A Birthday Celebration for the Queen of Crime

A special afternoon tea dance at Agatha Christie’s honeymoon hotel. The event includes afternoon tea (choice of tea or coffee, a selection of finger sandwiches, scones with Devonshire clotted cream and homemade jam), a slice of birthday cake and musical entertainment. Period 20’s /30’s dress encouraged.
The Grand Hotel, Torquay Seafront TQ2 6NT
2.30pm
£15.00
Contact: 01803 296677

A Birthday Dinner and Fireworks Celebration

Dine with us, where Agatha Christie attended many social functions, also featuring in her book 'Peril at End House' where it's renamed The Majestic.
Enjoy a sumptuous 3-course meal with uninterrupted views across the Bay and Corbyn Head, where at 9pm the Fireworks will be displayed.
The hotel terrace is also the setting for the final chapter of 'Sleeping Murder'.
£26.95 per person, includes a glass of bubbly on arrival, 3-course meal, plus tea/coffee

The Barcelo Imperial Hotel, Torquay TQ1 2DG
From 6.30-9.00pm
01803 206165

Murder at the Toorak

Could you unravel the mystery masking a murder? Are you a sleuth struggling to solve a homicide? Do you shudder when un-shrouding the sinister or supernatural? Then join us at The Toorak Hotel for a sumptuous three-course dinner and an evening of suspense and fun, as you flex your detective skills to solve a ‘whodunit dinner date’ from Murder Made to Measure.
The Toorak Hotel TQ2 5JS

7.00 p.m. for 7.30 p.m.
£38.00, pre-booking essential
Contact: Nigel Beck, The Toorak Hotel 01803 400400

Murder Mystery Dining Train
Details as Monday

Friday 16th September

Agatha Christie Mile Evening Vintage Bus Tour with Supper

Join us aboard ‘Barnaby’ the 1940s original Vintage bus. See the Agatha Christie Mile and the beautiful countryside as we take you on a nostalgic trip to the heart of Agatha Christie’s Riviera, ending the evening with a fish and chip supper. Limited seating – please book early.
Departing Brixham (back of Tesco’s) at 6.30pm
Adult £17.00 Child £11
Contact: Greenway Ferry 01803 882811

1930s themed Murder Mystery at Churston Court FULLY BOOKED!

Transport yourself back to an era of elegance, mystery and intrigue. Enjoy a three course à la carte dinner whilst entertained by a professional team of actors as they create the perfect who dunnit by candlelight.
Churston Court, Churston Ferrers nr Brixham TQ5 0JE
7.00pm
£34.95
Contact: Churston Court 01803 842186

Saturday 17th September

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Details as Monday