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Revealed - the history of Exeter’s Guildhall Shopping Centre

The Guildhall Shopping Centre’s 50th anniversary is being marked by a special lecture, lifting the lid on how it became such a prominent part of Exeter.

It’s known today for its seamless integration of 30-plus contemporary shops and restaurants with the historic St Pancras Church and the Guildhall itself.

But how were these historic landmarks saved from demolition in the 1960s and 1970s? And what other history has been revealed by the research undertaken to mark the centre’s 50th birthday?

Nigel Sadler, whose Sands of Time heritage consultancy was commissioned...

Testing the temperature of Devon's agriculture industry

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 08/11/2016 - 10:36am

As the UK Government works out what the nation's future relationship with the European Union will look like, some Devon farmers are concerned that Brexit will lead to challenges for an industry already feeling the strain.

While some in the agricultural industry feel that leaving the EU will create opportunities, others are concerned that breaking the ties could place yet further pressures on the industry with a potential loss of subsidises and uncertainty over new trade agreements.

And these on top of a list of challenges that farmers everywhere are facing, and which have...

Meet the makers in Princesshay

Independent retailer, Insideout will be hosting a ‘Meet the Maker’ event showcasing some of the best local craft and design talent.

The event will take place on 10th September between 10.30am and 4.30pm outside the store in Bampfylde Lane, Princesshay. Local makers who will be at the event include, Totnes based One & Eight, who design and make porcelain jewellery, Alison Whately who focuses on textile artwork and is based in Exeter and Habulous.

The Habulous brand is the creation of Insideout owners, Nicky & Paul Edmunds and features handmade items including Eco...

Local cafe could be Britain’s best

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 08/11/2016 - 6:07am

Local cafes around the area are vying for the title of Britain’s Best Cafe and everyone will get the chance to vote for their favourite. The national competition is being organised by SIG Roofing and its local branch, based in Exeter, formerly known as South West Roofing, will be supporting the cafes in their bid to win the title. When votes are counted at the end of October this year, 14 regional winners will be announced, with the national winner confirmed at the presentation event at the end of November. With around 6,000 cafes in the UK helping the nation to get to work every morning...

Dance performance depicts link between rocks and the body

A special performance by a dancer at the University of Exeter’s picturesque campus is one of the events on offer as part of a project examining the links between the human body and the geological world.

The free and public exhibition also includes video installations and pictures by British and overseas artists depicting ways in which the human body encounters and connects with rock. The exhibition is designed to raise questions about people’s place in the world and their responsibility towards the environment.

The project, Rock/Body, involves humanities scholars, social...

University climbs student satisfaction rankings

The University of Exeter has climbed places to 11th in the National Student Survey rankings of student experience.

The University has been rated best in the South West, and has also retained second place within the 24 members of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive institutions, based on an average across all question category scores.

The overall score at Exeter was 85.9 per cent, reflecting the outstanding student experience offered at one of the world’s top 100 universities.

The ranking of 11th is based on the University of Exeter’s own analysis of...

Excellence Award for Devon Archives and Local Studies Service

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/10/2016 - 3:18pm

The South West Heritage Trust has received a new Excellence Award for its pioneering work in transforming archive services in Devon.

The Archives and Records Association, the lead professional body for archivists, conservators and records managers in the United Kingdom and Ireland, is making the Excellence Awards for the first time. The South West Heritage Trust has received the award for Record-Keeping Service of the Year.

The Trust was nominated by the Friends of Devon’s Archives for work done at the Devon Archives and Local Studies Service since the creation of the Trust...

Roll up, roll up for Hospiscare's Summer Fete

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Wed, 08/10/2016 - 12:17pm

Roll up! Roll up! The 2016 Hospiscare Summer Fete will soon be here where a wealth of entertainment, refreshments and good old fashioned fun for all the family is guaranteed.

The fete will be held on Saturday 3rd September from 1pm-5pm at Wonford House Lawn, next to Searle House, Dryden Lane, Exeter,

There are a huge range of attractions and entertainments available including a Hospiscare Choir, Birds of Prey, Frog Racing (though not using real frogs!), a broad range of arts and crafts, a grand prize draw and lots more. The event is organised by the staff nurses. A full...

Support needed for Stover Park regeneration

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 08/10/2016 - 11:58am

An ambitious plan to restore the historic Stover Park in Newton Abbot to its former glory is hoping to attract vital funding.

The ten year vision incorporates Devon County Council’s award winning ‘Stover Country Park and Local Nature Reserve’ and the larger surrounding ‘Registered Historic Park and Garden’, known as Stover Park.

Developed in partnership with local organisations, landowners and statutory bodies such as Natural England, the Parkland Plan outlines how the Park will be improved and conserved for the future, including reducing and reversing many of the risks to...

Killerton’s produce wins national awards at Countryfile Live

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 08/10/2016 - 10:22am

Killerton estate apple juice fought off stiff competition to take home Overall Drinks Winner at the National Trust’s Fine Farm Produce Awards and Killerton won four more awards for its sparkling cider, charcoal, honey, and its Clyston Mill stoneground flour. The Fine Farm Produce Awards recognise the best food and drink being produced by National Trust farms and estates. Now in their 11th year, the awards acknowledge the contribution to nature conservation and quality food and drink by the farmers and producers who occupy the 500,000 acres of farmland in the care of the National Trust. The...

Woman's body found in the Exe

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/10/2016 - 9:28am

A police investigation is underway after a woman's body was found in the River Exe.

The discovery was made near Exe Bridges at about 6am today.

Officers have cordoned off the path near where the body was found.

* More to come.

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