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Exeter charity issues urgent appeal for volunteers

A charity tackling hunger, loneliness, and food waste by providing free three-course community meals for those in need, is appealing for urgent help from Exeter residents, amid a ‘summer volunteering slump’.

Community dining charity FoodCycle needs to fill almost 10,000 volunteering slots to keep weekly community meals going at around 100 locations in England and Wales this summer.

Among them FoodCycle Exeter runs on Tuesdays at 6.30pm, at the Mint Methodist Church, and FoodCycle Exeter Beacon Heath runs on Thursdays 6.30pm, at Beacon Heath Church.

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Exeter Airport celebrates top ranking by Civil Aviation Authority for accessibility services

Exeter Airport is celebrating a top ranking from the Civil Aviation Authority for the quality of customer service it provides to disabled and less mobile passengers.

The CAA's annual Airport Accessibility Report, published on Thursday (21 July), assesses 26 of the UK's largest airports and ranks Exeter as 'very good', the highest rating. Exeter's sister airports at Bournemouth and Norwich achieved the same rating.

The recognition is testament to RCA's efforts in ensuring that every passenger, regardless of their mobility needs, enjoys a seamless and relaxed travel...

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Emily celebrates becoming the third generation of her family to graduate from the University of Exeter

When Emily Simons graduated from the University of Exeter she was following what has become a unintended family tradition - following in the footsteps of both her mother and grandfather.

Emily is the third generation of her family to graduate from the university. Her late grandfather Christopher Webb secured a degree in maths, physics and chemistry in 1960 while her mother Heather Simons graduated with a mathematics degree in 1992.

Mrs Simons said: “As soon as Emily came to Exeter she felt at home, it definitely wasn’t due to me that she chose it. We came to look around...

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Magdalen Road Summer Market a 'resounding success'

On Saturday 1st July 2023 the Magdalen Road Summer Market was held with resounding success, igniting a spirit of celebration and community in the heart of Exeter. The event showcased the thriving businesses and this incredible street.

“ The event really showcased the neighbourhood of Magdalen Road ” said Lottie Stanley, Markets Manager at InExeter. “ It was joyful to see so many enjoying this enhanced space, with its fantastic café culture and the vibrant atmosphere that filled the air. ”

The Summer Market was a testament to the unique charm of Magdalen Road, as...

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Qualified Nordic walking instructor offers free courses through funding from ‘Move More Cranbrook’ grants

Authored by Glen King PR
Posted: Thu, 07/20/2023 - 10:58pm

Exeter-based Nordic Walking instructor, Sue Holden is offering free training sessions together with a set of poles on loan for residents of Cranbrook. The courses in this accessible form of walking are being funded by ‘Move More Cranbrook’ grants scheme, supported by Live & Move.

A qualified INWA Nordic Walking Instructor through British Nordic Walking, Sue started her business ‘Exe Nordic Walking’ in 2020. She organises training courses and small group walks using local open spaces and parks across Exeter and Cranbrook, as well as at Powderham Castle and Exmouth beach, for...

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National Trust’s Killerton conserves Grade I listed chapel 

The National Trust’s Killerton, near Exeter, has begun an extensive interventive conservation plan to repair the historic chapel. The Chapel of the Holy Evangelists at Killerton was built in 1841 at the request of Sir Thomas Acland, 10th Baronet.

Designed as a grand chapel by C. R. Cockerell and is based upon the Lady Chapel and Crypt of Joseph of Arimathea at Glastonbury. It is Killerton’s only Grade I listed building and so the most significant building on the Estate.

The chapel was in need of extensive repair and building works began on the stonework structure in...

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Exeter Chiefs install the latest in juicing technology to power its Players

Commercial juice provider iSqueeze has installed the Citrocasa Fantastic the most reliable self-serve juicer within the Exeter Chiefs training ground. The latest in juicing technology will boost players nutrients and energy levels in the lead up to the Rugby Premiership which kicks off in September.

Professional Rugby Union - the Exeter Chiefs - place the utmost importance in fuelling their players and coaches throughout busy training schedules. This machine from iSqueeze allows the team to fuel themselves with fresh juice throughout the pre squeezed on the spot and full of pure...

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Award winning ocean activist backs new eco beach wear brand

AN award-winning UK paddleboarder and eco pioneer is to be the face of a new Devon ethical beachwear brand, set up to help families make waves with their wardrobe.

David Haze – who was recently named Ocean Activist of the Year by Surfers Against Sewage at its Plastic Free awards – has joined forces with Ottery St Mary-based SeaSurf.

And the 38-year-old, from Dorset, who is a nine-times world record stand up paddleboarder, has pledged to help the fledgling business in its war against waste.

The brand was founded by Marc Astley and his partner Laura Bond who,...

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University of Exeter celebrates a decade of student entrepreneurs

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 07/18/2023 - 11:08pm

The University of Exeter this month celebrated its thriving community of student entrepreneurs at its annual Student Startup Awards ceremony.

The event marked more than a decade of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through the award-winning Student Startup programme, open to students and recent graduates across all faculties.

Under the umbrella of the SETsquared partnership, the world's number one university business incubator, the Student Startup Programme has become a cornerstone of entrepreneurship support at the University of Exeter.

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University of Exeter campuses awarded coveted Green Flag Award

The University of Exeter has been officially recognised as one of the country’s best parks following its receipt of two Green Flag Awards for 2023.

Exeter’s Streatham campus, and the Penryn campus it shares with Falmouth University, have both received the accreditation – the international quality mark for parks and green spaces – from the environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy.

Streatham is the largest of the University’s three campuses and is built around a country estate overlooking the city. The 300-acre site is a Registered Botanic Garden, and home to a range of...

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Leading construction supplier stopping off at Exeter builders merchant for demonstration event

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 07/18/2023 - 10:59pm

Leading construction industry supplier TIMCO is touring RGB Building Supplies’ branches giving advice and demonstrations to those working in the trades and property owners, and will be at the Exeter depot on Monday 24th July.

Between 7.30am and 2pm, visitors to the branch will be able to see demonstrations of TIMCO’s effective insulation board fixings and advanced coach screws. Experts from the supplier will be on hand to talk to customers and answer questions.

There will also be giveaways and special offers throughout the free event.

Paul West, Branch Manager...

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