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Nello cyclists have special reasons for taking part

FORCE Cancer Charity’s largest annual fundraiser – The Nello bike ride – is less than two months away and cyclists from across Devon and around the country are gearing up for the big day on Sunday June 28.

Since the first Nello Century Cycle Challenge in 2000, the ride has raised £1.5million for Exeter-based FORCE, which works locally to support anyone affected by cancer, face-to-face and close to home.

The charity has set a target of raising £127,500 from Nello 2026 to meet the increasing demand for its unique services.

Around 1,000 cyclists on all sorts of bikes...

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New figures show the reach of Westbank’s Devon Carers service extends to unpaid carers in Cornwall

The impact of a service delivered by Westbank Community Health and Care (Westbank), which currently supports more than 34,000 unpaid carers across Devon, reaches well beyond the county boundary into neighbouring Cornwall, according to new figures released by the charity.

The data for the 2025-2026 financial year shows that Devon Carers at Westbank supports 152 people whose caring responsibilities straddle the two counties.

Devon Carers at Westbank is a service that’s commissioned jointly by Devon County Council and the NHS. Westbank has been delivering the current...

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Brass Group celebrates its 9th birthday

Celebrations were in order when East Devon DayTime Band (EDDB) recently reached nine years since its formation by Band Administrator, Trevor Heynes.

Among the number of excellent community bands in the local area, EDDB is virtually unique in that it rehearses and performs during daytime hours only.

The band has a vibrant membership and welcomes new members. In particular, Trevor is keen to encourage lapsed players (perhaps those who used to play a brass instrument in their youth) to return and enjoy the proven social and health benefits of playing in a musical group....

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Exeter Student Wins Regional Heat in Risotto Competition

Rising culinary talent Tansi Williams, aged 18, studying at Exeter College, has been named winner of the South West Heat of the Riso Gallo UK & Ireland Young Risotto Chef of the Year 2026 , securing her place in this year’s highly anticipated Grand Final.

Tansi impressed judges with her innovative dish: Heritage Carrot Risotto, showcasing creativity, technical skill, and a strong commitment to sustainability, her dish stood out among a competitive field of young chefs.

“Tansi transformed a humble carrot into a beautifully balanced risotto, showcasing excellent...

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LED Community Leisure recognised as “Unsung Hero” at ‘Hospiscare 40 Club Awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/04/2026 - 10:01pm

LED Community Leisure has been honoured with an “Unsung Hero” award by Hospiscare’s 40 Club, recognising four years of dedicated support, fundraising, and community partnership.

Presented at the 40 Club Awards Lunch at The Hall in Exeter, the award celebrates LED Community Leisure’s consistent and meaningful contribution to Hospiscare mission of providing specialist end-of-life care across the local community.

LED Leisure has been a committed member of the 40 Club since the start, supporting Hospiscare through a wide range of initiatives including event hosting,...

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Cranbrook to Host First eat:Festival Food and Drink Event

eat:Festivals will be hosting a food and drink festival in Cranbrook on Sunday 13 September 2026.

The festival will be happening in the heart of the town, on and surrounding the Tillhouse Road. eat:Festivals are a small social enterprise who have been delivering one day food and drink festivals in towns across the south-west for over 13 years. They are now accepting applications for all 2026 dates, including the Cranbrook one at www.eatfestivals.org/apply

Bev Milner Simonds from eat:Festivals told us: "We specialise in developing festivals that bring the community...

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Teachers given the gift of Exeter’s independents

Exeter Supply Partnership switched from Amazon vouchers to the Exeter Independent Gift Card for its supply team reward and referral programs, funnelling support to the city’s independent sector.

An Exeter based not for profit organisation providing supply staff to over 180 schools in Devon is using a popular city gift card to reward its team, and has praised the initiative for its ability to support independent businesses.

Exeter Supply Partnership rewards its supply teachers who have gone above and beyond in their role each half term. After initially using Amazon...

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HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh to attend opening day of the Devon County Show 2026

The Devon County Agricultural Association is delighted to announce that Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh will attend the opening day of the Devon County Show on Thursday 21st May 2026.

Her Royal Highness’s visit will be a particularly meaningful moment for the County’s farming community. The 2026 Show will serve as the first major opportunity of the year for farmers, producers, rural businesses, and volunteers to come together, reconnect, and celebrate the resilience and spirit that define Devon’s countryside.

The Duchess’s attendance highlights the importance...

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New Exhibition to Open at the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum in Exeter

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 04/30/2026 - 12:32am

A new exhibition has opened at the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum in Exeter. The exhibition showcases numerous examples of film memorabilia, with the exhibit set to run until the end of May.

Lithographs by David Roberts

At the heart of the exhibit are 19th-century lithographs by David Roberts. They depict Cairo, the Sphinx, and the landscapes at the time. Long before photographs became the norm, rendered images were all done by hand, but at the same time, they helped to bring the marvels of Egypt to the Western world.

These same visuals can be seen in numerous...

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Darts Farm celebrates 55 years with Summer Festival

Darts Farm is celebrating a remarkable milestone - 55 years since of ‘Darts Farm’ and they are celebrating with a three-day Summer Festival from 12th to 14th June 2026.

The long weekend community celebrations include live music, from legendary local band Mad Dog Mcrea and The Luke Combs Experience, with a vibrant line-up of local talent.

Food lovers can look forward to long-table open-fire feasts in their pop-up teepee restaurant, hosted by their flagship restaurant, The Farm Table, as well as Mark Hix and Ben Tonks of The Seahorse, Dartmouth, while a bustling market...

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Devon County Show announces new pygmy goat 'Pygnasium' and welcomes back the Alpaca Cade for 2026

Devon County Show 2026 is set to bring some exciting animal‑themed antics to visitors this year with the launch of a brand‑new Pygmy Goat Playground, alongside the return of the hugely popular Alpaca Café — a gentle, interactive space where alpacas wander among visitors in a café style environment.

A Playful New Attraction: The Pygmy Goat Playground

This year’s newest addition, the Pygmy Goat Playground, will showcase a lively group of adult and kid pygmy goats in a purpose‑built activity area in the Family Fun Zone, as they explore, climb and play together in a purpose...

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