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Exeter shortlisted for THE Business School of the Year

The University of Exeter Business School’s unswerving commitment to environmental sustainability, responsible leadership and technological transformation.has been recognised by a major national awards programme.

Exeter’s Business School has been shortlisted for Business School of the Year at this year’s Times Higher Education ( THE) Awards , which celebrate excellence across the UK and Irish sectors and are known as the “Oscars of Higher Education”,

The shortlisting recognises the Business School’s outstanding achievements and commitment to environmental sustainability...

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laundry room at house in Killerton, Exeter

National Trust brings hidden story of Killerton’s last laundresses to life for Heritage Open Days 2026

New Findmypast research uncovers the everyday lives of the women who kept one of Devon's great estates running

UK family history website Findmypast has partnered with the National Trust's Killerton estate in Devon to bring to life the forgotten stories of the women who worked in the estate laundry as part of Heritage Open Days 2026.

Taking place during Heritage Open Days from 11-13 September, "The Laundry Week" is one of seven flagship events across the country supported by Findmypast. In the experience, visitors will step inside Killerton's historic laundry and follow a day in...

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Community comes together at Exeter's Quayside in support of Hospiscare

The 2026 Michelmores 5K Charity Run returned to Exeter's historic Quayside last night (Thursday 10 September), bringing together runners, supporters and volunteers from across the South West to raise vital funds for Hospiscare , Michelmores' Exeter and Sidmouth charity partner.

Marking the 25th anniversary of the Michelmores 5K Charity Run, this year's event once again welcomed participants of all ages and abilities, with businesses, families, friends and running clubs coming together to support an important local cause. Over the past 25 years, the event has raised more than £400...

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Wain Homes Golf Day Raises Nearly £19,000 for Devon Hospice

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Posted: Fri, 09/11/2026 - 8:35pm

A Devon hospice has received a welcome boost of nearly £19,000 following housebuilder Wain Homes’ annual South West Charity Golf Day at Bovey Castle.

More than 70 golfers from across the housebuilding industry took part in the event in support of Hospiscare, Wain Homes’ South West charity of the year. The charity provides specialist care and support to patients and their families living with life-limiting illnesses across Exeter and central and east Devon.

Hospiscare helps more than 2,000 people each year through services including care at home, a specialist palliative...

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Claire, who launched her career in homebuilding through Women into Home Building as a single mum.

Devon women invited to explore careers in homebuilding at Exeter site

Applications are now open until 20 September for a hands-on placement at Tilia Homes’ Brook Manor development near Alphington.

Women in Devon who are considering a new career are being invited to apply for a practical introduction to working in homebuilding at a new development on the edge of Exeter.

Housebuilder untypical, through its Tilia Homes brand, is offering placements at Brook Manor near Alphington as part of the Women into Home Building programme. The deadline for applications is 20 September.

Participants will receive online training and industry insight...

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Sportswear retailer expands with new store coming to High Street

INDEPENDENT sportswear retailer Sport & Style is expanding into Exeter with a new High Street store, creating around six jobs and bringing major sports brands to the city at discounted prices.

The retailer already operates successful stores in Bournemouth, Poole and Salisbury and is set to open at 206 High Street, the former Millets and GO Outdoors premises, in mid‑October.

The new 4,236 sq ft store will span two floors of the prominent Grade II listed building and will offer branded sportswear, footwear and accessories at up to 70% off RRP. Stock will include...

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Pumpkin Fest Returns to Darts Farm

Pumpkin Fest returns to Darts Farm this October for a fun-filled family day out, packed with plenty of surprises. Visitors can wander through tens of thousands of homegrown pumpkins, enjoy photo opportunities with spectacular pumpkin displays and savour local street food.

Taking place across selected dates throughout October, Darts Farm invites families, friends and four-legged companions to explore a sea of pumpkins and pick their favourites to take home with them. This year’s festival includes mystical magic shows, game shows, live music and roaming entertainment (new for 2026...

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Award-winning Devon dementia champion and advocate turns years of experience into second book

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Posted: Tue, 09/08/2026 - 11:06pm

An award-winning dementia champion, advocate and author is drawing on more than a decade of experience to publish her second book, When Time Aligns: Stories of Care from a Dementia Companion , this October.

Gina Awad has spent more than a decade championing better understanding of dementia and supporting people living with the condition, their families and carers. Her contribution was recognised with a British Empire Medal (BEM) in 2018 for her voluntary services to people with dementia in Devon, alongside a number of other awards and national recognition as Dementia Friends...

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Family-friendly event will share practical ways to cut food waste

The award-winning charity, Exeter Food Action, will host the free one-day Exeter Food Action Festival in Princesshay Square on Sunday 20 September, from 10.30am to 4pm.

The event will celebrate the charity’s work rescuing surplus food and redistributing it across Exeter and Devon, while inspiring local people to think differently about food waste.

The Exeter Food Action Festival will offer a hands-on, engaging and accessible programme designed to encourage local people to find out more about cutting food waste, saving money and discovering simple, practical ways to make...

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Local businesswoman takes over Complete Estate Agency as four Devon branches remain

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Posted: Sat, 09/05/2026 - 4:02pm

Local businesswoman Sara Watkins-Schmidt has taken over Complete Estate Agency, with all four of its Devon branches and its existing 23-strong team remaining in place.

The established estate and lettings agency operates from Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Teignmouth and Exeter (Cranbrook), with all four locations continuing to trade under the Complete Estate Agency name following the acquisition.

The deal includes Complete’s portfolio of 375 managed rental properties, alongside its residential sales operation and established presence within the local new-build market....

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Slazenger Padel opens in Exeter

Slazenger, one of the world’s leading names in racquet sports, has unveiled Slazenger Padel Exeter, a 35,000 sq. ft Padel Club located at Haven Banks in the heart of the city.

This marks another step in Slazenger Padel’s ambition to become the UK’s leading padel powerhouse, bringing premium padel facilities to more communities across the country.

On Monday 31st August, Slazenger Padel opened its newest location at Haven Banks Retail Park in Exeter, which has been providing outdoor education, training and recreational opportunities for more than 45 years.

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