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Experiencing History Live: How Interactive Experiences Are Transforming Exeter and Beyond

In a world where audiences want experiences which they can be part of, Exeter has some suitable options. A city full of rich history, it is embracing the move into the digital age. Interactive experiences that invite participation can be found throughout, turning attractions into more attractive, engaging experiences. Let's explore what's on offer for locals and visitors alike in the wonderful city.

Interactivity as a Common Thread — From Festivals to Digital Platforms

Immersion and interactivity are becoming increasingly important in the entertainment sector and have filtered...

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Former Exeter City player returns to St James Park decades after hanging up his boots

Former Exeter City footballer, Bob Rackley, made an emotional return to St James Park for the first time in more than six decades, supported by the team at Claremont Manor Care Home, Dawlish - part of the Maria Mallaband Care Group.

Bob played for Exeter City between 1958 and 1960, and this visit to watch Exeter City take on Huddersfield Town marked his first live football match in many years.

Born in Teignmouth in 1940, Bob began his football career with Teignmouth and Newton Abbot Spurs before signing professionally for Exeter City in 1958 - giving up an engineering...

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RSPCA urges public to ‘Help Quieten the Noise’ this fireworks season

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Mon, 11/03/2025 - 6:45pm

The RSPCA has made an urgent plea to the public to be a ‘Kind Spark’ this fireworks season - by considering the impact of firework displays on animals and engaging in conversations with neighbours about any planned celebrations.

The call comes in the wake of two heartbreaking incidents last year, where a horse named Foxy was severely injured and a dog named Luna tragically died after fleeing her home in fear.

Recent RSPCA polling reveals that an estimated 6.16 million* households (22%) in England and Wales plan to set off fireworks this season, prompting the charity to...

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Rainy Weekend Plans? Here’s How Exeter Keeps Entertainment Going Indoors

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Mon, 11/03/2025 - 4:37pm

When the skies over Exeter turn grey and the rain refuses to let up, there’s no need to cancel weekend plans. The city is full of indoor venues and activities that keep things interesting no matter the weather. From historic landmarks to modern entertainment spots, Exeter proves that a little rain doesn’t have to ruin the mood. Here’s how to make the most of a rainy weekend while staying warm, dry, and entertained.

Indoor Climbing and Active Fun at Quay Climbing Centre

If energy needs burning off, especially after being stuck indoors all morning, the Quay Climbing Centre...

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66-year-old finishes 200th marathon in 200 days

A retired banker is now thought to be the first man over 60 to cover the entire coastline of mainland Britain on foot, after completing his 200th marathon in 200 days.

Steve James, who celebrated his 66th birthday on the final leg of this journey, has spent the last seven months, completing the 5,240 miles along the British coast, finally ending this challenge in Topsham, where he began on 16 April.

Steve, who lives and trained on Dartmoor, said: “It’s been months of pushing my body to its limits. I’m proud, I’m exhausted, and I can’t quite believe I’ve done it. Being...

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Homebuilder donates £1,000 to help children and young people facing bereavement in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/31/2025 - 1:43pm

A Devon charity that supports children and young people suffering a bereavement has received a £1,000 donation from a local homebuilder.

Balloons, based in Exeter, was given the money by Bellway, which is building homes in the county in Crediton and Tiverton.

The charity offers a range of help to children and young people when someone significant in their lives has died or is about to die. This includes one-to-one support, group work, activity days, advice, information and resources.

Bellway’s donation will fund one-to-one grief support sessions, paying for...

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66-year-old to finish 200th marathon in 200 days on Saturday

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/31/2025 - 1:05pm

A retired banker is set to become the first man over 60 to cover the entire coastline of mainland Britain on foot, when he completes his 200th marathon in 200 days this weekend.

Steve James, who celebrated his 66th birthday on the final leg of this journey, has spent the last seven months, completing the 5,240 miles along the British coast, and will finish this challenge in Topsham, Devon, on Saturday 1 November.

Steve, who lives and trained on Dartmoor, said: “It’s been months of pushing my body to its limits. I’m proud, I’m exhausted, and I can’t quite believe I’ve...

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Lord Mayor Marks Milestone At New Community in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/30/2025 - 11:50pm

THE official opening of a show home marks the latest milestone for a new neighbourhood and country park in Exeter.

Edenstone Homes is making good progress at Willow Grange , where it’s working with LiveWest to deliver 93 new homes under a joint venture.

Between them, Edenstone and LiveWest will deliver 61 private sale properties and 32 affordable homes across just 10 acres of a 32-acre site. More than 22 acres of land will become part of the New Valley Country Park.

The new neighbourhood will also bring more than £1.5million of investment into the wider area,...

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Libraries help neurodiverse families explore Devon's outdoors

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/30/2025 - 12:21pm

Libraries Unlimited, the charity commissioned to run the libraries in Devon and Torbay, has launched a new leaflet and set of resources to help children, young people and families with neurodiverse conditions explore some of Devon’s more accessible outdoor spaces.

The Outdoor Explorer Club features five trails across the county, each with a short story, an audio recording, and clear accessibility information. Braille copies of the leaflet are available by request, and printed copies can be collected from selected Devon and Torbay libraries.

The project, funded by Devon...

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Devon's most haunted pubs and hotels revealed ahead of Halloween

Authored by Media Admin
Posted: Thu, 10/30/2025 - 8:07am

Devon has been named one of the UK’s most haunted regions, according to new research by Where The Trade Buys , one of the UK’s leading print suppliers to the hospitality industry.

The study analysed more than 1,300 recorded ghost sightings from The Paranormal Database, revealing the UK’s most haunted hospitality hotspots ahead of Halloween.

Devon has 43 recorded hauntings across pubs, hotels and restaurants, making it the sixth most haunted region in the UK.

In Exeter, guests have reported strange happenings across the city’s historic hotels. At the Globe Hotel, an...

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

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/28/2025 - 1:42pm

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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