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Free Cider and Summer Tunes Come to Devon with a Music Series from Thatchers Cider

Free pints, live music and summer vibes

Thatchers is set to delight music and cider fans heading into venues and pubs across the summer with a national 40+ gig series that will visit Devon throughout August.

A mix of Juicy Sounds DJ nights and Summer Sessions acoustic evenings will be held to celebrate what promises to be a summer filled, not just with sport, but with music too.

Events are currently planned for:

  • The Blue Ball in Exeter on Friday 7th August.

  • Boathouse, Dawlish, Saturday 8th August.

  • Hyde Dendy,

    • ...
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When kids go home, adults Go Ape this summer!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 07/07/2026 - 9:28pm

Go Ape Haldon are launching adults-only sessions for the first time this summer. So you can swear up a storm all the way down the zipline guilt free (guessing that happens a lot).

Landing just in time for VAT Summer, where you can save 15% across Go Ape locations until 1st September 2026. Part of the Great British Summer Savings. Get the offer at goape.co.uk/offers (T&Cs apply).

Go Ape's first-ever adults-only sessions are Thursdays and Fridays for a limited time until 31st August. In July 4pm to 8pm, and in August 5pm to 8pm. After work, in the trees, just you, the...

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Tilia Homes announces three-year partnership with Royal Devon Hospitals Charity

Tilia Homes has announced a new three-year partnership with Royal Devon Hospitals Charity, reinforcing its commitment to supporting communities across Devon.

Royal Devon Hospitals Charity supports two acute hospitals, 17 community hospitals and a range of community, specialist and primary care services across north, mid and east Devon. The charity raises money to enhance hospital care beyond what’s possible with NHS funding. Through the partnership, Tilia Homes will work alongside the charity to support fundraising initiatives, raise awareness of its work and help strengthen...

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New MERKUR Slots invests £400k in new Exeter venue and 10 new jobs

Leading gaming company, MERKUR Slots has opened a new venue as part of a wider £5 million UK investment programme, with further venue expansion planned across the country.

The £400,000 entertainment centre on Sidwell Street in Exeter, will boost local employment with 10 new job role opportunities.

Mark Schertle, chief operating officer at MERKUR Slots’ parent company MERKUR Casino UK, said: “We’re delighted to officially open our new Exeter venue and create 10 new job opportunities for the local community. Investment in new venues remains a major focus for us and this...

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Students and volunteers at the Big EO Clean Up

Exeter Businesses Collect 100kg of Litter in City-Wide EO Day Clean Up

Fourteen businesses from across Exeter joined forces on Friday 19th June 2026 to collect more than 100kg of litter during a city-wide clean-up celebrating Employee Ownership (EO) Day 2026.

The Big EO Clean Up 2026, led by Absolute PR and Marketing, Coastal Recycling, Market Carpets and Stephens Scown LLP, brought together more than 50 volunteers to clean shared spaces across Exeter and demonstrate the positive role businesses can play in their local communities.

All waste collected – ranging from discarded cutlery to cigarette butts – will be processed by Coastal Recycling...

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Our Killerton: Artwork revealed following community collaboration

This summer, visitors are invited to view Patricia Dixon’s climactic artwork in response to the ‘Our Killerton’ display.

Patricia, an artist who works in contemporary stained glass and textiles, was commissioned by the National Trust at Killerton to create a new artwork inspired by the people-led stories behind Killerton’s objects.

The ‘Our Killerton’ display on the ground floor of the house features eight objects, carefully chosen by people connected to Killerton: visitors, staff, volunteers and community partners.

They were all asked the same question: ‘...

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Exmouth author returns with new children's book full of chaotic fun to get kids reading!

Exmouth author Chris McGuire has released the second book in his children’s series Crooks and Nannies Too , continuing a fast growing world of mischievous characters, secret organisations and plenty of humour aimed at younger readers.

Chris, who lives in Exmouth, is a former children’s television producer and now writes full time. His latest book follows on from Crooks and Nannies: A N.A.U.G.H.T.Y.

Beginning , which introduced readers to a secret organisation of highly unusual nannies tasked with taking on the world’s worst villains.

The new book continues the...

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Dementia UK shares advice on how to look after yourself as a carer ahead of free clinics in The South-West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 07/06/2026 - 8:00pm

Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to 15 Nationwide branches in The South-West over summer, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.

Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia, offering life-changing support to families and individuals in the area. Appointments can be booked via Dementia UK’s website here .

The clinics will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia – from worries about symptoms...

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The Story Behind One of Exeter's Most Historic Corners

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 07/06/2026 - 5:22pm

Walk down North Street in the heart of Exeter, and you’ll pass a building that most people just walk past without any thought.

However, the landmark at number 12 has been entertaining the city for 90+ years. It holds a story in Art Deco architecture, wartime survival, banned horror films, and more.

A Grand 1932 Opening

The building began its life as Gaumont Palace, opening on Whit Monday, 16 May 1932.

It was the work of important architects and designers Henry Watkins and Percy Bartlett. Two individuals are the people behind the unusual Scandinavian Art Deco...

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Alcohol Awareness Week shines a light on drinking habits

Alcohol Awareness Week this year is all about "alcohol and me". Alcohol is often made to feel central to everyday moments – from birthdays and barbeques to celebrations with friends – and this year’s campaign invites everyone to pause and reflect on the role alcohol is playing in their lives.

The campaign running all next week (6 to 12 July), supported by Public Health Devon, aims to normalise keeping an eye on our drinking in the same way we monitor other aspects of our health and wellbeing, like checking our blood pressure or getting an eye test.

People are encouraged...

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Exeter site manager recognised as one of the best in the country

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 07/03/2026 - 4:23pm

A Redrow site manager at St Michael's Meadow has won a top national award for the quality of the homes they’re building in Exeter.

Roy Taylor has won a Pride in the Job award from the National House Building Council (NHBC) for the second consecutive year. This follows his success in 2025 when he achieved the Seal of Excellence in the regional stage of the competition – an accolade awarded to only the top 5% of site managers in the UK.

The awards, often dubbed the ‘Oscars’ of the housebuilding industry, recognise the very best site managers across the country. Judging is...

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