Pilton Green Man Day 2025
Third Saturday in July • Join us for our annual community celebration
A successful day run by volunteers celebrating the ancient Green Man tradition in the historic village of Pilton. All proceeds support local charitable causes.
Green Man Day 2025
Thanks to the amazing work of all the volunteers and performers, and all the stalls and activities who came and, of course, the weather, which was perfect, Green Man Day 2025 appears to have been a great success.
Green Man Day is run entirely by those volunteers. The money raised goes to cover the considerable cost of putting on the festival, and the event generates trade for local businesses. Any profit is available for local charitable causes.
Flourishing Barnstaple Support
Pilton Green Man had support this year through the Flourishing Barnstaple project. This project is funded through the Government's Cultural Development Fund, administered by Arts Council England, and is aimed at re-establishing Barnstaple as the cultural centre of Northern Devon.
The Green Man Procession
The Green Man Parade starts in The Square at the southern end of Barnstaple High Street and proceeds to Pilton House and Rotary Gardens via the Barnstaple High Street, Pilton Causeway and Pilton Street. The Green Man Pageant takes place in the Rotary Gardens.
The Green Man Day Programme
Saturday 19th July 2025 • Pilton, Barnstaple
10:00am - Setup begins
11:00am - Procession starts from The Square, Barnstaple
12:00pm - First Green Man Pageant in Rotary Gardens
3:00pm - Second Green Man Pageant
All Day - Three music stages with local talent
All Day - Historic market and craft stalls
All Day - Children's entertainment and activities
All Day - Food stalls and licensed bars
What's On
The Procession
Starting at 11:00am from The Square in Barnstaple, accompanied by the fabulous Samba Baía, the procession makes its way through town centre to Pilton Street and Rotary Gardens.
Three Music Stages
Bottom Stage, Garden Stage, and Top Stage featuring local talent including bands, open mic sessions, and community performers.
The Green Man Pageant
Ancient pageant at 12:00pm & 3:00pm in Rotary Gardens representing the ritual between the Prior and Green Man, ending with "The Green Man Lives".
Children's Entertainment
Captain Coconut bubble shows, Uncle Taco's flea circus, Dave Hendy's Punch & Judy, plus circus skills workshops throughout the day.
Practical Information
Location
Pilton Street & Rotary Gardens
Pilton, Barnstaple, North Devon
When
Third Saturday in July
12:00 PM onwards
Entry
Free entry for all. Fundraising for local charitable causes through stalls and activities.
Contact
piltonfestival@googlemail.com
Or through our Facebook page
Weather Policy
Festival runs rain or shine. Recent years have seen both beautiful sunshine and brave celebrations in the rain!
Get Involved
Want to help make this year's festival a success?
Site Map
Interactive map showing festival layout and facilities.
Past Festivals
Browse our archive of previous Green Man Day celebrations.
Festival Site Map
Find your way around the festival site with our interactive map showing all stages, food vendors, facilities, and activities.
Festival Site Map
Interactive map of Pilton Green Man Day festival site - July 19th, 10am to 5pm
Interactive Festival Map
Click or hover over the numbered markers to see detailed information about each location
Map Legend
Getting There
Pilton Street, Pilton, North Devon - Easily accessible by car, bus, or on foot from Barnstaple.
Accessibility
Level street. Wheelchair accessible paths to all main areas.