Alliance Française Devon, Learn it, Speak it, Love it!

Exeter, Totnes and Online

Welcome to Devon's official centre for French language and culture.
Whether you are a language novice or enthusiast, come and  enjoy our relaxed
and engaging French classes led by talented and supportive teachers.


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French Courses for Adults

From September to June, sign up to  one of our extensive courses. We offer small group classes Exeter, Totnes or if traveling isn't easy for you,try the online option via Zoom. We have a wide range of learning opportunities always with great quality teaching and in a small group.

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Private Tuition

Looking for a 1-1 experience? Or have a particular concept or topic you would like to concentrate on? You may benefit from personalised training adapted to suit you and your requirements by choosing one of our private tuition offers.

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Unsure of your level?

New to French? Or if you already have some knowledge of French and/or have taken French lessons in the past, our free online test will help you determine which level  course is the right one for you.

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What's on // Nouveautés

Book Club - Western

Book Club - Western

Jan 16
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Online
£25.00

Welcome to our Monthly book-club with this award winning novel Western by Maria Pourchet

Cost:£25 per session or £184 for 8 sessions.
Participation Level:
 B2, C1, C2
Minimum participants: 5


Registrations End: 15 Jan 2026 12:00am




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Ciné Club Exeter - Les 2 Alfred

Ciné Club Exeter - Les 2 Alfred

Jan 16
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Exeter Community Centre, 17 St. Davids Hill, Exeter, EX4 3RG
£8.00

Join us for an evening of French cinema and conversation about how an individual destiny may be affected by international politics. Book your spot and immerse yourself in French culture through film!


Registrations End: 16 Jan 2026 6:00pm




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Galette des Rois ! Dégustation

Galette des Rois ! Dégustation

Jan 27
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Exeter Community Centre, 17 St. Davids Hill, Exeter, EX4 3RG
£25.00

Want to learn about the Galette des Rois? Come join us to taste this delicious French treat and discover the tradition behind it.


Registrations End: 20 Jan 2026 1:00pm




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Book Club - 555

Book Club - 555

Feb 20
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Online
£25.00

Welcome to our Monthly book-club! This month we're reading 555 by Hélène Gestern - winner of the grand prix RTL lire.

Cost:£25 per session or £184 for 8 sessions.
Participation Level:
 B2, C1, C2
Minimum participants: 5


Registrations End: 15 Jan 2026 12:00am




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Conférence Egyptologie hiéroglyphes

Conférence Egyptologie hiéroglyphes

Feb 26
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Online via Zoom

"Une rivalité franco-anglaise dans l’aventure du déchiffrement des hiéroglyphes" animée par Karine Madrigal

The conference will be held in French, there will be 20 minutes for Q&A at the end of her presentation.
Free, registration required.
En partenariat avec toutes les Alliances Françaises du Royaume-Uni.




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Book Club - Regarder le Noir:  12 nouvelles de différents auteurs

Book Club - Regarder le Noir: 12 nouvelles de différents auteurs

Mar 20
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Online via Zoom
£25.00

Welcome to our Monthly book-club with this collection of short stories sharing a single mission: to make us see more clearly through stories that play with all the shades and interpretations of vision.

Cost:£25 per session or £184 for 8 sessions.
Participation Level:
 B2, C1, C2
Minimum participants: 5


Registrations End: 20 Mar 2026 1:00am




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