Comedy at the Castle: Powderham Castle with Joanne McNally and more!

COMEDY AT THE CASTLE COMES TO EXETER 📣

For the first time ever, one of the nation’s biggest comedy festivals is heading to Powderham Castle, Exeter — for an unforgettable open-air comedy weekend in July 2026.

Friday 17th July kicks off with a huge opening night lineup featuring some of the UK’s finest comedic talent.

Taking to the stage:

🎤 Joanne McNally – one of the world’s biggest touring comics and a record-breaking sensation across Europe.

🎤 Hal Cruttenden – star of Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You and one of Britain’s most accomplished comedians.

🎤 Janine Harouni – Live at the Apollo, The Jonathan Ross Show and one of comedy’s sharpest rising stars.

🎤 Daniel Foxx – BBC New Comedy Awards finalist and viral sensation, celebrated for his quick wit and flamboyant storytelling.

🎙 Hosted by Freddy Quinne – crowd favourite and one of the UK’s most in-demand hosts on the comedy circuit.

Expect a night packed with laughter, incredible live performances and a stunning outdoor setting under the summer sky.

There’ll be street food, cold beers, cocktails and hot drinks — all served in the historic grounds of Powderham Castle.

🎟 Tickets will be extremely limited, as capacity is smaller than you might think — this will be one of the hottest tickets in town.

📅 Pre-sale: Friday 21st November (mailing list sign-up required)

📅 General sale: Sunday 23rd November

More info & sign-up: comedyatthecastle.co.uk/exeter