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Exeter Women’s Rugby World Cup volunteers rewarded with unique pitchside Twickenham final experience

The hard work of two Sandy Park volunteers at the Women’s Rugby World Cup was celebrated in front of a record Twickenham crowd at the recent World Cup Final match between England and Canada.

Tobit Emmens and Colin Searle were volunteers at the Exeter venue. They were at Twickenham as the invited guests of Allwyn, the operator of The National Lottery. They were the sponsor of the Official Volunteer Programme at the tournament and wanted to highlight the essential role that volunteers played in making the Rugby World Cup a success.

Tobit and Colin were two of 14 volunteers...

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Elite Training can help you save lives

Elite Training are currently offering Emergency First Aid at Work courses in our Exeter centre on the following dates:

Saturday 19th Sep 2015 Friday 25th Sep 2015 Saturday 17th Oct 2015 Friday 23rd Oct 2015

This Level 2 Award is certificated by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and successful candidates will be able to:

- Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider - Assess an incident - Manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally - Manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally - Recognise and assist a...

Flood warning as heavy rain set to hit Devon

The Met Office is warning that areas of heavy rain are likely affect parts of Devon this morning (Monday).

Forecasters say the rain should start clearing by early afternoon, but are warning to be aware of the possibility of localised surface water flooding, as well as minor disruption to road travel and outdoor activities.

The Exeter-based agency’s Chief Forecaster said: A zone of moist, warm air covers the UK at present, and as developments in the Atlantic move northeast, some heavy rain is likely to develop.

“30-40mm of rain could fall locally within around six...

Fun for all at 108th Okehampton Show

For the Okehampton & District Agricultural Association work is well underway and plans are in place for the 108th Okehampton Show on Thursday 13th August at Stoney Park Showground, just outside Okehampton.

This traditional countryside event, where animals take pride of place, is a very popular day out in a beautiful setting on the northern edge of the Dartmoor National Park and is a great opportunity to meet with friends from far and wide. With all day entertainment and approximately 300 trade stands there’s plenty for everyone to see and do throughout the day.

The...

Dozens of firefighters tackle barn blaze

Dozens of firefighters were called to tackle a large barn fire involving 4,000 litres of diesel near Exeter in the early hours of today (Sunday 9 August).

Fire engines from Middlemoor, Danes Castle and Topsham were sent to the blaze at New House Farm in Clyst Honiton at around 1am.

On arrival crews requested a fourth appliance. The water bowser from Danes Castle and the incident command unit from Honiton were also sent, and the fourth appliance came from Ottery St Mary.

Crews then requested the environmental protection unit, which was mobilised from Newton Abbot due...

Treat for sheep shearing and dog trials fans

Fans of sheep shearing can enjoy a day of trials and competitions on a Devon farm on Saturday (August 15). Organisers of the Devon County Show are hosting the annual Lamb Shearing at Sidbury, near Sidmouth. Entry is free and the line-up features some of the most talented shearers and sheep dog handlers in the country. Show Secretary Ollie Allen said the shearing competitions were sure to be fast-paced and packed with action and drama. She added: “Everyone is welcome to come along to see the rising stars of shearing take on the champions in what is sure to be a thoroughly enjoyable day on...

Try something wild this summer at Killerton

If you need some family inspiration this summer then look no further than Killerton. The Outdoor Team has created an action packed programme of weekly events for August that will inspire and entertain all members of your family. Some of these events are a first for Killerton, and the National Trust Rangers are very excited at this new opportunity to show off the wild side of the estate.

‘Try it Tuesdays’ give taster sessions of sports and activities including rock climbing, laser clay pigeon shooting, cricket, tag rugby, archery and more. You can turn up and join in any time...

Entrepreneurs on track for national success

A pioneering student entrepreneur support programme has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.

The IGNITE scheme, which supports budding student entrepreneurs to gain experience and develop their ideas, has been nominated for The Duke of York Award for University Entrepreneurship in the 2015 Lloyds Bank National Business Awards.

Representatives from IGNITE will join other finalists at a special award ceremony, held on 10 November at Park Lane’s Grosvenor House Hotel in London.

Founded in 2012, IGNITE provides the perfect environment to encourage students...

Devon holiday parks celebrate unique double

Two award-winning holiday parks owned by the same Devon family have been awarded the highest accolade achievable in the tourism industry.

Ladram Bay Holiday Park and sister park Castle Brake have both been awarded five Gold Stars each through the VisitEngland National Quality Assessment Scheme.

Ladram Bay is situated in Otterton near Budleigh Salterton on the Jurassic Coast. Sister site Castle Brake is set on the edge of Woodbury Common, only a short drive away from the coast.

The accolade comes after Ladram Bay officially launched close to £3million worth of new...

Ambulance staff support local charities

Staff from South Western Ambulance Service (SWASFT) have raised more than £2,000 for local charities from a sponsored cycle and walk along the Granite Way.

The event took place on 16 May 2015 with many ambulance staff and their friends and family cycling and walking from Okehampton to Bridestowe, along the Granite Way. The event was in aid of the Devon Ambulance Staff Benevolent Fund (DASBF) and FORCE Cancer Charity.

The cycle route was 16 miles long and the walk eight miles with support for those taking part being given in the form of fresh fruit supplied by Riverford...

A Witchy Romance on Cathedral Green

Romance blossomed when Willy Wonka met Witch, Granny Weatherwax on the Cathedral Green.

The drama happened as witches, a baddie, a warrior and a ghostly king were enjoying a spot of sighting around the city, posing outside the romantic House that Moved and the atmospheric Stepcote Hill, before arriving in the calm oasis of the Cathedral Green.

But wait, who’s causing a commotion? Racing down the hill was a large group of Oompa Loompas, with Willy Wonka leading the charge!

On spying something to jump over (boys!) the Oompa Loompas took it in turns to leap over the...

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Exeter Women’s Rugby World Cup volunteers rewarded with unique pitchside Twickenham final experience

Elite Training can help you save lives

Flood warning as heavy rain set to hit Devon

Fun for all at 108th Okehampton Show

Dozens of firefighters tackle barn blaze

Treat for sheep shearing and dog trials fans

Try something wild this summer at Killerton

Entrepreneurs on track for national success

Devon holiday parks celebrate unique double

Ambulance staff support local charities

A Witchy Romance on Cathedral Green

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