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New Cohousing Community Set to Save Exeter Landmark

A pioneering new 'cohousing' community is proposing to save a listed building in the Pinhoe Road, Exeter, as part of a brand new development that they are helping to design themselves.

Located at the former site of the Honeylands Assessment Unit, the group are working with a developer, Aspen Retirement, who will submit a planning application in mid-June for a scheme known as ‘cohousing’.

The first members of the Cohousing Exeter group have begun co-designing their planned 37 future homes on the site of Honeylands House at Whipton which has been vacant for over ten years...

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Exeter police proud of newly announced Purple Flag status

Exeter has been awarded Purple Flag accreditation which recognises places where people can enjoy a safe night out with confidence.

The Purple Flag is an internationally recognised award that celebrates towns and cities which offer a safe, well-managed and vibrant evening and night-time economy, supported by strong partnership working, good transport connections and a clear focus on safety and wellbeing.

Sergeant Jim Wellard leads on policing of the evening and night-time economy (ENTE) in Exeter. He said “Over the last 18 months, we have made significant and much needed...

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Exeter Children’s Venue Alibi and St Thomas Library join forces to create a story wonderland during half-term

Free drop-in event celebrates National Year of Reading with week-long programme of stories, crafts, and creativity

Families across Exeter and the wider region are invited to step into a wonderland of free creative activities for children this February half-term.

Children’s venue Alibi are teaming up with St Thomas Library to present The Story Box (16-21 February) celebrating the 2026 National Year of Reading.

Emmanuel Hall, home of both Alibi and St Thomas Library, will transform into a giant library filled with cosy reading corners, creative play spaces, and a welcoming...

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Devon welcomes Government drive to raise profile of fostering

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Posted: Thu, 02/05/2026 - 10:29pm

The Government’s announcement to recruit 10,000 new foster carers by 2029 has been welcomed by Devon County Council.

The plans, backed with £88 million over the next two years, are part of a government drive to provide more loving homes to vulnerable children while improving support for foster carers and tackling the shortage of carers.

Declining numbers of fostering households is a national issue, and in Devon the number of approved fostering households has fallen by a third since 2020.

Devon County Council committed a £2million investment to its fostering...

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RAW named PR Agency of the Year at Roxhill Media Awards 2026

Specialist food and drink PR agency RAW has been named ‘PR Agency of the Year’ at the 2026 Roxhill Media Awards, following a rigorous judging process led by senior national journalists.

Founded in 2011 and based in Devon, RAW is celebrating 15 years in business this year. The judges of the award commented: “This agency has been named PR Company of the Year for consistently delivering national-calibre results while remaining proudly regional, offering a truly integrated 360° service that rivals major London firms with stronger ROI and a highly collaborative client experience. By...

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Sign up to sleep out and support homelessness project

Can you brave the cold to take part in a Big Sleep Out at Exeter City’s St James Park stadium to raise vital funds for people facing homelessness in Exeter?

Exeter City Community Trust ’s Big Sleep Out takes place on March 20 and challenges participants to swap their warm beds for sleeping bags inside the famous stadium, in solidarity with those who face the harsh reality of sleeping rough every night.

The event raises funds for the charity’s Supported Housing programme, which helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness rebuild their lives, maintain...

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Banff Mountain Film Festival Tour – adventure on the big screen!

Get set for thrilling adventure! The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is bringing a night of adrenaline-packed films to venues around the UK and Ireland in 2026.

With extreme climbing, kayaking, mountain biking and more, the Banff Mountain Film Festival features two new collections of inspirational short films from remote corners of the planet.

“Immerse yourself in a night of gripping adventure – up on the big screen!” says tour director Nell Teasdale.

“The Banff Mountain Film Festival showcases the year’s most inspiring stories of adventure, with cutting...

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Retirement Village Residents Raise Over £10,000 for Children’s Hospice

Millbrook Retirement Village in Exeter, owned and operated by Inspired Villages, has raised more than £10,000 for Children’s Hospice South West following a year of community-led fundraising by residents and staff.

Throughout 2025, more than 200 residents and 30 members of staff came together to support the charity through a wide range of creative initiatives including a sponsored walk, charity dinner, Christmas craft fair, concerts, patio cleaning, raffles and knitted sock sales.

The fundraising total was formally presented earlier this month at the village’s regular...

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Pupils Meet 106-Year-Old Ex-Headteacher

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Posted: Mon, 02/02/2026 - 8:05pm

Pupils from Whipton Barton Federation visited an Exeter care home as part of their Civic Awards programme.

Year 6 pupils spent time at Cumberland Grange Care Home, playing board games, chatting with residents, and learning about life across generations.

Staff praised the pupils for the care, respect and maturity they showed throughout the visit. A particularly memorable moment came when the group met Joan, a 106-year-old former headteacher. When asked her secret, she said: “Devonshire clotted cream.”

Experiences like this reflect Whipton Barton Federation’s...

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SW businesses raise £900 for FORCE Cancer Charity at Exeter Padel Tournament

Business from across the South West came together at City Padel Exeter to raise £900 for FORCE Cancer Chairty as part of a charity padel tournament hosted by Konker .

The event saw 12 local businesses compete in a friendly tournament, combining sport, networking and fundraising in support of Devon based cancer charity. The day aimed to create a relaxed and social alternative to traditional business events, while raising money for a cause with strong local impact.

Funds raised will support FORCE Cancer Charity’s ongoing work providing practical, emotional and well-being...

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Lord Mayor Officially Opens Tops Day Nurseries Exeter

Tops Exeter has officially opened its doors to children and families in the city, marking the occasion with a vibrant celebration featuring catered refreshments, children’s activities and a special ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Lord Mayor of Exeter, Cllr Anne Jobson. The new eco‑conscious nursery, part of the Tops Day Nurseries family, welcomed parents, carers and local partners to explore the setting, meet the team and find out more about the flexible childcare on offer.

Guests enjoyed a delicious catered spread, made by the award winning Tops catering team. It included a...

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