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The Exeter takes on London to Paris cycle for Macmillan Cancer Support

UK health and life insurer The Exeter has announced that seven of their colleagues are preparing to cycle 340 miles from London to Paris in June 2026, as part of a major fundraising effort for the company’s corporate charity partner, Macmillan Cancer Support.

The team has already raised more than £23,000, with fundraising continuing ahead of the challenge. The ride reflects The Exeter’s ongoing commitment to supporting Macmillan’s work, which provides care, practical support and advocacy for people affected by cancer across the UK.

The Exeter has organised a range of...

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Leading musicians to perform at concert marking the Army Benevolent Fund’s 80th anniversary

Devon residents are invited to show their support for soldiers of the past, present and future by attending the ABF80 Concert , taking place at Exeter Cathedral on Saturday 14 th September in aid of the Army Benevolent Fund.

This concert will raise vital funds for the Army Benevolent Fund, the Army’s national charity, which for 80 years has supported soldiers, former soldiers and their families. It will feature music from stage, screen and the classical repertoire, performed by the Exeter Symphony Orchestra (ESO), and conducted by Arturo Serna, professional cellist, teacher and...

Exeter teen Triumphs in Outward Bound’s toughest expedition

On 9 August, Samuel Pennington, 19, from Exeter, completed Outward Bound's Pinnacle expedition, a 19-day summer camp that aims to take young people on a journey of triumph and self-discovery in the wild.

Sam, along with 11 newfound friends, embarked on this epic journey together as they set off from the shores of Lakes Ullswater and into the mountains of the Lake District.

The Pinnacle is Outward Bound's most challenging but rewarding expedition, attracting participants from around the world, with fewer than 100 young people completing it every year. Made for those who...

Local charity launches ‘Every Step Counts’ challenge

Leading Devon mental health charity, Step One, is excited to announce the launch of their new challenge, Every Step Counts . In honour of World Mental Health Day in October, this community initiative aims to raise awareness of mental health whilst raising vital funds for BeWell@StepOne , their free mental health support service which continues to be a lifeline for those in need. Kicking off on 1st October 2024, the month-long steps challenge encourages individuals and businesses to get active and support this great cause. Participants have the option to choose from three ambitious step...

Ready, Set... Bake Off for Take Off!

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is encouraging supporters to host a baking event to support the charity this summer. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, the charity wants you to organise a delicious fundraiser that makes a difference and indulge in some sweet treats to help save lives.

The charity is calling upon the people of Devon to gather friends, family, and colleagues to organise their very own Bake Off for Take off event . Be it a coffee morning, a bake sale at a workplace, hosting an afternoon tea – or any cake event you can cook up – the support to raise vital...

Persimmon Homes South West donates £1,000 to RD&E Hospital’s ‘Project Play’

The Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital has received a cheque for £1,000, after being announced as one of Persimmon Homes South West’s Community Champions.

The five-star housebuilder’s donation will support the Hospital’s ‘Project Play’ fundraising initiative, improving the waiting areas of their Medical Imaging Department for paediatric patients, their families, and everybody who visits.

The money will go towards transforming waiting areas with colour, toys, and other interactive activities representing all of the Hospital’s young patients and the disabilities they may...

Fostering clean growth for a resilient economy

Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone (EEDEZ) [ Exeter & East Devon Enterprise Zone – Accelerating clean growth (eedez.com) ] is sponsoring the Sustainable Futures Award at the University of Exeter 's Knowledge Exchange Awards [ Knowledge Exchange Awards 2024 | University of Exeter (exeterinnovation.com) ], celebrating the best collaborations between the University of Exeter researchers and external partners regionally, nationally, and globally.

The Sustainable Futures Award recognises excellence in sustainability, environment and life sciences. Potential innovations can...

Introducing New North Devon based business - Crowdforce

We are crowdforce, and we’re excited to introduce ourselves. We are a new business based in North Devon. The business was set up at the beginning of 2024 by two mums with extra time on our hands, both our families have grown and all our baby chicks have flown the nest.

We bought the popular and successful Devon company Groovees Local Buying Collective, many of you may recognise the name and have used it before.

After rebranding as Crowdforce, our mission remains the same: to collaborate with local businesses across the South West and bring you incredible deals at discounted...

Seaton Wetlands seeks volunteers to welcome visitors

The East Devon District Council (EDDC) Countryside team, which manages the Seaton Wetlands nature reserve, is calling for enthusiastic volunteers to join the Discovery Hut team during the busy summer period.

Volunteers at the Discovery Hut play a crucial role in enhancing the visitor experience. Volunteers work in pairs to greet visitors, provide up-to-date information about recent wildlife sightings and serve simple refreshments.

From the Discovery Hut visitors to the wetlands can view live footage on the seasonal nest cams, hire pond dipping equipment and explore the...

BYD South West Announces Exeter Chiefs’ Wing Immanuel Feyi- Waboso as Official Brand Ambassador

BYD South West are excited to announce Exeter Chiefs player Immanuel Feyi-Waboso as an Official BYD South West Ambassador. Born and raised in Cardiff, Feyi-Waboso represents England at international level after qualifying on ancestry grounds.

Feyi-Waboso began playing with Rumney FC, before signing for the Cardiff Blues academy ahead of the 2020-21 season. In 2022, Wasps announced the signing of Feyi-Waboso. Following the Wasps’ expulsion from the league due to their administration, Feyi-Waboso was signed by Exeter Chiefs.

Feyi-Waboso received his first call-up to the...

Devon housebuilder commits to providing Homes for Nature

A Devon housebuilder has signed up to a major new initiative to support wildlife on its new developments.

The Homes for Nature commitment will see a bird-nesting brick or box installed for every new home built, as well as hedgehog highways created as standard on every new development taken through planning from September 2024.

Barratt David Wilson Homes, along with 18 other housebuilders that collectively build more than 90,000 homes a year, have already signed up to the voluntary commitment, with the move representing a major step towards providing the minimum of 300,...

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The Exeter takes on London to Paris cycle for Macmillan Cancer Support

Leading musicians to perform at concert marking the Army Benevolent Fund’s 80th anniversary

Exeter teen Triumphs in Outward Bound’s toughest expedition

Local charity launches ‘Every Step Counts’ challenge

Ready, Set... Bake Off for Take Off!

Persimmon Homes South West donates £1,000 to RD&E Hospital’s ‘Project Play’

Fostering clean growth for a resilient economy

Introducing New North Devon based business - Crowdforce

Seaton Wetlands seeks volunteers to welcome visitors

BYD South West Announces Exeter Chiefs’ Wing Immanuel Feyi- Waboso as Official Brand Ambassador

Devon housebuilder commits to providing Homes for Nature

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