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Exeter Pupils Invited to Enter Dream Library Design Competition

Portakabin launches school library initiative as children’s reading enjoyment hits its lowest level in two decades

Aligning with the government’s pledge to provide a library in every primary school, Portakabin will deliver a fully equipped library building to one school, shaped by the winning design.

The competition invites primary school pupils and teachers to imagine and design their dream school library, supporting a UK-wide effort to address the shortage of library spaces in primary schools.

The initiative follows Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ recent pledge to...

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Gift card encourages people to explore Exeter and discover new indies

Independent retail, hospitality and health and beauty businesses are some of the most popular places for people to spend their Exeter Independent Gift Card

Independent businesses in Exeter are crediting the city’s local gift card with bringing in new customers and driving sales as the initiative reaches a significant milestone. Over £75,000 of Exeter Independent Gift Cards have now been sold, with an estimated £100,000 plus benefit to city businesses.

Led by InExeter Business Improvement District, the gift card was introduced to encourage a ‘shop local’ ethos and keep spend...

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Exeter Science Centre and University of Exeter sign Memorandum of Understanding

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 07/04/2023 - 10:45pm

Exeter Science Centre and the University of Exeter have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to further their shared ambitions to make a difference in Exeter and the wider region.

Both organisations have been collaborating since Exeter Science Centre's inception, with University of Exeter academics forming part of their trustee board and working together on public engagement activities.

Since then, the University's world-leading research has been a regular feature of Exeter Science Centre's projects, and as the charity grows over the next few years this MOU will...

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Chicago Bears touchdown in Exeter as children enjoy Monster American football clinic

Local children from Exeter enjoyed their first go at American Football and received a masterclass with former Chicago Bears player Kaseem Sinceno as part of the Bears’ Mini Monsters UK tour this June.

The Chicago Bears are one of the most successful professional American Football teams and have brought their Mini Monsters Clinics back to the United Kingdom this summer. The six-city tour has been designed to inspire and encourage more boys and girls in the UK to pick up an American Football for the first time.

There were 300 school children from across Exeter in...

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Exeter Carnival set to return in November

Following the revival and huge success of Exeter Carnival in November 2022, InExeter the Business Improvement District for Exeter is proud to announce the date for 2023 Carnival as Saturday 25th November. The announcement comes just as InExeter has achieved national recognition by winning the prestigious 'Best Event' category at the Association of Town & City Management Awards in Leicester. InExeter were shortlisted against formidable contenders Leeds BID and Bradford BID, going on to emerge victorious to win the accolade for their remarkable efforts that led to an outstanding revival...

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Marsh Barton station opens

Seven years after it should have welcomed passengers, Marsh Barton’s long-awaited new £16 million train station has been formally opened by the transport secretary.

Regular services will call at the station, which serves the city’s largest trading estate, from Tuesday. A new cycle and pedestrian bridge is part of the project.

Trains were initially due to call at Marsh Barton from December 2016, but setbacks, including spiralling costs and protracted discussions with the rail industry, led to considerable delays.

Transport secretary Mark Harper says it will...

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Exeter Northcott Theatre Unveils Autumn/Winter 2023-2024 Season

Exeter Northcott is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated autumn / winter season, showcasing more than 60 captivating performances and stories across Exeter from August 2023 to January 2024, including:

  • Le Navet Bete return with King Arthur and then co-create Christmas pantomime Dick Whittington with the Northcott. Younger children can also enjoy a Christmas treat at the Barnfield Theatre with Dear Santa .
  • South West companies Documental and Richard Chappell Dance debut new work at the Barnfield.
  • Sadiq Ali challenges conventions with The Chosen
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Exeter Community Initiatives celebrates 30th anniversary!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 07/03/2023 - 10:31pm

Local charity, Exeter Community Initiatives (ECI), is celebrating its 30th anniversary this summer!

Established in 1993, ECI has supported more than 50,000 people in Exeter and across Devon over the last three decades.

Initially set up by local churches to help homeless people in Exeter, ECI was originally known as the Palace Gate Project. It soon became an umbrella charity creating more than 25 new community projects, several of which still operate as independent charities today, including St Sidwell’s Centre, St Petrock’s and Homemaker South West Ltd.

Thirty...

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Northcott pilots new Community Associates Programme with Café Theatre Company

Exeter Northcott Theatre launched today a new Community Associates Programme to learn how it can support artists or companies who work with:

  • Communities with limited access to arts opportunities.
  • Communities whose stories and voices have low visibility.

The Northcott will first partner with Café Theatre, a Devon-based company that creates work involving participants over the age of 60 at its Barnfield Theatre.

The Northcott’s aim for its Community Associates Programme is to provide comprehensive support to community-based artists,...

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What are the Best Casinos in the South West of the UK?

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 07/03/2023 - 2:19pm

The South-West region of the UK is known for its picturesque landscapes, stunning coastlines, and vibrant cities. Alongside these attractions, the area also boasts a diverse and exciting casino scene.

Our friends at Live Casino Man have helped us with the research for this one, so read on to explore some of the best casinos in the South-West and discover what makes them standout destinations for thrilling entertainment. So, let's roll the dice and dive into the world of top-notch casinos in the South-West of the UK!

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Calling All Art Lovers!

Authored by Katie Keeler
Posted: Fri, 06/30/2023 - 12:02pm

Are you an art-lover? Do you like a bit of drama? Or beauty? Or food for thought?

Well, this summer, Exeter-based international production studio, Kaleider, is looking for art-lovers to become Citizen Commissioners of a new artwork.

A Citizen Commissioner is someone who wants to see an artwork made and out in the world. For just £10, they can support an international piece of art, and get their name (or the name of a loved one) in the credits forever.

“The goal is to find 2,000 people to donate £10 each. So it’s a really collective, ground up kind of campaign.”...

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