Local News

Go Ape Haldon are launching adults-only sessions for the first time this summer. So you can swear up a storm all the way down the zipline guilt free (guessing that happens a lot).

Landing just in time for VAT Summer, where you can save 15% across Go Ape locations until 1st September 2026. Part of the Great British Summer Savings. Get the offer at goape.co.uk/offers (T&Cs apply).

Go Ape's first-ever adults-only sessions are Thursdays and Fridays for a limited time until 31st August. In July 4pm to 8pm, and in August 5pm to 8pm. After work, in the trees, just you, the...

Leading gaming company, MERKUR Slots has opened a new venue as part of a wider £5 million UK investment programme, with further venue expansion planned across the country.

The £400,000 entertainment centre on Sidwell Street in Exeter, will boost local employment with 10 new job role opportunities.

Mark Schertle, chief operating officer at MERKUR Slots’ parent company MERKUR Casino UK, said: “We’re delighted to officially open our new Exeter venue and create 10 new job opportunities for the local community. Investment in new venues remains a major focus for us and this...

This summer, visitors are invited to view Patricia Dixon’s climactic artwork in response to the ‘Our Killerton’ display.

Patricia, an artist who works in contemporary stained glass and textiles, was commissioned by the National Trust at Killerton to create a new artwork inspired by the people-led stories behind Killerton’s objects.

The ‘Our Killerton’ display on the ground floor of the house features eight objects, carefully chosen by people connected to Killerton: visitors, staff, volunteers and community partners.

They were all asked the same question: ‘...

Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to 15 Nationwide branches in The South-West over summer, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.

Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia, offering life-changing support to families and individuals in the area. Appointments can be booked via Dementia UK’s website here .

The clinics will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia – from worries about symptoms...