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Exeter Northcott Theatre and Exeter Phoenix announce return of Scratch Night collaboration

Applications are now open for the second round of this creative developmental opportunity for established and emerging creatives across the South West.

Following the huge success of their Scratch Night collaboration during Elevate Festival in October 2025, Exeter Northcott Theatre and Exeter Phoenix are teaming up once again to support South West-based artists through a continued Scratch Night partnership.

The second Scratch Night will take place at Exeter Phoenix Auditorium offering artists the opportunity to showcase work in progress in front of a live audience. The...

Exeter has a number of reality TV stars – How did they earn their fame?

Since Big Brother took the UK by storm in 2000, there have been countless reality shows for the British public to get involved in. With the likes of Lauren Pope and Georgia Toffolo both hailing from Torquay on the English Riviera, it has been suggested that Exeter and its surrounding lands are a hotbed for reality stars. How did these personalities make it to the top?

Ever since Craig Phillips won the first-ever edition of Big Brother in 2000, the requirements to being a successful reality TV star have shifted and evolved. With all the modern offerings around, different...

 ‘Spooktacular’ Half-Term Tricks and Treats at The Donkey Sanctuary

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Posted: Mon, 10/14/2019 - 8:37am

Have a scream this Halloween by exploring the Donkey Trick or Treat Trial and try your hand at Pumpkin Carving at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth.

When: Saturday 19 October - Sunday 3 November (9am – 5pm)

Where: The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 0NU

What: Have a scream this Halloween and discover a packed programme of ‘spooktacular’ fun at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth during the October half term.

Follow the trail of pumpkins around the sanctuary with the Donkey Trick or Treat Trail to discover ‘treats’ that keep the donkeys happy and healthy...

The Donkey Sanctuary’s Family Food Fair

The Donkey Sanctuary’s Family Food Fair is back on 12 October, promising a day for foodies and families alike. The annual event celebrates some of the best food and drink the region has to offer, with a focus on inspiring children to get cooking.

A line-up of fantastic local chefs will be providing live cookery demonstrations throughout the day, giving visitors the chance to sample some mouth-watering delights, as well as ideas to try at home.

Among those exhibiting their culinary skills include South West Home Cook of the Year 2016 and 2017 - Sue Stoneman, Stuart White...

Russell Kane brings his 'The Fast And The Curious' Tour to Devon

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Posted: Tue, 10/08/2019 - 3:07pm

The award-winning stand-up comic Russell Kane is back on the road this autumn with his smash-hit show ‘The Fast And The Curious’ and is bringing it to Devon for two nights this November!

Following extraordinary public demand, Russell Kane has added a further run of dates to his brand new tour The Fast And The Curious, extending it through to autumn 2019.

Russell is ready and raring to hit the road next year, travelling the UK from February – December, including one night at London’s Eventim Apollo on 26th October 2019.

Strap in as Russell races back to the live...

Devon author releases children's book to raise funds for protected bird species

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Posted: Tue, 10/08/2019 - 7:49am

Katharine Lowrie, author of ‘Running South America: With My Husband and Other Animals’ has released a brand-new children’s book highlighting the wonderful world of nature. Cyril’s Big Adventure details the real-life success of cirl buntings – a rare species of bird brought back from the brink through the combined effort of farmers and conservationists.

Katharine, project officer at the RSPB, is from Doddiscombsleigh near Exeter and was at the heart of the cirl bunting project. She describes Cyril’s Big Adventure, which she also illustrated, as a celebration of the return of cirl...

Age Ain't Nothing But A Number

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Posted: Mon, 10/07/2019 - 2:59pm

Former Exeter College graduate and author Fay Knowles (nee Johanson) started writing at age nine and now at seventy-five years old, she says she doesn’t plan on stopping any time soon! She has just released her fifth book, “Moonbeams from The Soul: A Collection of Fourteen Provocative Short Stories”, available on Amazon as an e-book and in paperback. From wild temptations to dangerous decisions, “Moonbeams from the Soul” is an eclectic assortment of thought-provoking short stories.

Fay successfully completed a secretarial and business course at Exeter College in 1960 (when it was...

University of Exeter celebrates and reflects on Black History Month with series of talks, plays and exhibitions

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Posted: Sun, 10/06/2019 - 9:17pm

The University of Exeter is a diverse community across Devon and Cornwall with students and staff from over 130 countries.

October is Black History Month and the University is celebrating and reflecting on black history with a series of talks, plays and exhibitions that illustrate Maya Angelou’s words: “In diversity there is beauty and there is strength.”

Throughout the month students, staff and members of the wider community (see individual events) can attend a range of talks from Black Histories in the South West to Identity and Belonging in Brexit Britain; a range of...

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Boxing legend brings tales of his life to Exeter event

Former World Champion Boxer, Ricky Hatton, has announced that he will be coming to Exeter as part of his UK wide tour.

Ricky, whose boxing career spans over 20 years, and who now runs his own successful boxing promotions company, will be coming to Exeter University’s Great Hall on Wednesday, 22 November.

The event is being staged by Exeter City Football Club and is one of a number of sporting dinners the club is planning. The audience will enjoy a two-course meal and be entertained by Ricky, as well as have the opportunity to take part in a Q&A and an auction.

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Theatre Show inspires cuddly toy portraits

A policeman, a City councillor and a nurse have all dug out their favourite childhood cuddly toys to help Quirk Theatre reflect on the theme of their new production. The company will be performing their new take on The Velveteen Rabbit during December. In the run up to the performance, they’re encouraging people to think about childhood memories, moving on, and the value of the toys we play with. Quirk’s Christmas show for children, their families and anyone who’s ever been a child, will be at Exeter Phoenix and The Plough, Torrington during December. Quirk aim to entertain audiences but...

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