Axminster Waffle House in Trinity House has a huge range of events taking place in March and April.

Open Mic Nights and an 'Axe Valley Takeover' where musicians from the school will be performing are just some of the events owner of the Waffle House Matt Smith has in store.

First up is an open mic night on Friday 08 March, 7:30pm. Every 2nd Friday of the month is our popular Open Mic night at Waffle… anyone and everyone welcome.

Performers: turn up before 19:30 to guarantee yourself a slot and email live@waffle.org.uk if you have any performance related questions.

Punters: email bookings@waffle.org.uk to book a table

B# Takeover. Friday 15 March, 7:30pm. B Sharp are a fantastic musical charity based in Lyme Regis, who have bases in Bridport and Axminster, and empower young musicians through collaborative composition. Email bookings@waffle.org.uk to book a table

Axe Valley Takeover. Fri 22nd March, 6:30pm. We welcome back the incredible young musicians from our very own secondary school, The Axe Valley Academy.

There will be a selection of performances from the school jazz band, Rock School, and a number of ad hoc bands which have been formed on the fly this school year!

Book Event: A conversation with Philippa Forrester. Fri 29 march, 7pm

Presenter Philippa Forrester is coming to Axminster to chat with us about her new book ‘Wild Woman’. Tickets £5 or £18.99 including a signed book. Purchase in Archway Bookshop or call 01297 33744.

Another open mike night on Friday 12 April, 7:30pm. Every 2nd Friday of the month is our popular Open Mic night at Waffle… anyone and everyone welcome.

Performers: turn up before 19:30 to guarantee yourself a slot and email live@waffle.org.uk if you have any performance related questions.

Punters: email bookings@waffle.org.uk to book a table

Jennie Godfrey: Friday 26 April, 7pm. “Profoundly original and dazzlingly written” – join us for a conversation with Jennie Godfrey’s about her acclaimed debut novel; ‘The List of Suspicious Things. Tickets £5 or £18.99 including a signed book. Purchase in Archway Bookshop or call 01297 33744.