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Brand-new £1 million nursery set to open in Cranbrook

A brand-new, purpose-built nursery and pre-school will open in Cranbrook, on the outskirts of Exeter, in September.

The Little Pioneers Cranbrook nursery, located on Elm Drive, will open following an £1 million investment by owners, OurCoop, the UK’s largest independent co-operative Society, and offers 100 spaces for children aged from three months to five years.

Ahead of its upcoming opening, its launch was marked by a ribbon cutting ceremony last week attended by the Vice Chair of Cranbrook Town Council, alongside OurCoop directors and executive team.

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Build It Live South West returns to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 07/12/2026 - 10:22pm

Build It Live South West is back at Westpoint Arena, Exeter, on 12 and 13 September 2026, promising a weekend packed with inspiration, practical know-how and expert guidance for anyone planning to build, renovate, extend or improve their home.

Created by the team behind Build It magazine, the event brings together hundreds of products, trusted suppliers, specialist advice clinics and real-life project stories under one roof - making it an essential diary date for readers who are ready to turn home ambitions into action.

Visitors can compare products up close, quiz...

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Lombard Rally Festival to bring iconic rally cars to Escot Park

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Posted: Sun, 07/12/2026 - 9:59pm

Motor sport fans across Devon are set to enjoy something completely new this autumn as the Lombard Rally Festival arrives at Escot Park, near Exeter, on 26 and 27 September.

The new event will bring a major historic rally car spectacle to the West Country, giving enthusiasts from across Devon and Cornwall the chance to see some of the world's most iconic rally machinery in action without having to travel to events elsewhere in the country.

The series of historic rally car demonstration events run by the Lombard Rally organisation expands in 2026, with Escot Park becoming...

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Celebrating 100 Years of Morecambe and Wise: Eric and Ern Comes to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 07/12/2026 - 9:14pm

Eric and Ern, the new show from Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens - the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated and critically acclaimed West End hit Eric & Little Ern - will be coming to Exeter Northcott Theatre from Wednesday 16 to Sunday 20 December, as the culmination of an extensive Autumn/Winter UK tour.

The show’s 2026 national tour is a mark of celebration for the 100th birthdays of Eric Morecambe (born 14 May 1926) and Ernie Wise (born 17 November 1925) and their legendary comedy partnership.

Eric and Ern takes audiences back to the times when whole...

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Exeter McDonald's reopens following reimaging

McDonald’s in Exeter, in Stone Lane Retail Park, which is owned and operated by local Franchisee David Shawyer, has reopened after a redesign, the result of which promises to deliver a better customer experience for all.

With consumers increasingly looking for greater speed, efficiency and choice when ordering their food, McDonald’s reimaging programmecombines a new restaurant layout with the latest technology to create a more seamless and enjoyable experience for customers.

Improvements have been made for restaurant crew with a redesign of the crew room which will...

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Exeter charity launches free "Joy Rides" to help people get cycling again

Ride On is launching a new, free cycling programme aimed at beginners, people returning to cycling after a break, or anyone looking for a sociable ride to help them get back outside this summer.

Called Joy Rides, the sessions launch on Saturday 18 July and run weekly through to September, alternating between Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings to fit around work, family, and shift patterns. Each ride follows one of three easy, mostly traffic-free routes around Exeter Quay, the Exe estuary, and Topsham, led by trained ride leaders and open to all abilities.

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Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital Maintains ‘Good’ CQC Rating with ‘Outstanding’ for Caring

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 07/10/2026 - 9:18pm

Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital is delighted to announce that it has successfully maintained its ‘Good’ overall rating following its latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection, with inspectors also awarding an ‘Outstanding’ rating for the hospital’s caring services.

The latest CQC report recognises the hospital’s continued commitment to delivering high-quality care across all services, highlighting the compassion, professionalism and dedication demonstrated by staff. Inspectors praised the hospital for its strong patient-focused approach, particularly noting the exceptional...

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Tops Exeter Announces Exciting Partnership with Exeter Little Theatre

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 07/09/2026 - 3:18pm

Tops Day Nurseries Exeter, onsite at Exeter University, is delighted to announce a new long-term partnership with Exeter Little Theatre, beginning with sponsorship of the theatre's upcoming production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang .

The partnership reflects Tops' commitment to enriching children's learning through meaningful experiences within the local community. Alongside supporting the theatre's productions, the collaboration will create exciting opportunities for children and families to experience the magic of theatre both on and off the stage.

As part of the...

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Play for free in Princesshay this summer

Princesshay has unveiled its line-up of summer activities, including PrincessPlay; a free playground, alongside the return of its Independent Market, street food traders and live music for visitors to enjoy in the heart of Exeter.

The start of the school holidays will see the main square transformed into PrincessPlay an all age playground and pitstop with grass and seating to create a place where people can stop, relax and spend time together while enjoying a range of free activities including table tennis, mini golf, giant chess, hopscotch, snakes and ladders and climbing...

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£30,000 grants launched for Exeter charitable organisations to upskill next generation of creatives

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/08/2026 - 10:55pm

Amazon’s Regional Creatives Fund returns for 2026, offering multiple grants of up to £30,000 for Exeter charitable organisations upskilling people for creative industries careers

The fund supports Exeter charities, Community Interest Companies (CICs) and Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs) that run programmes aimed at boosting skills and increasing access to creative industry careers in performing arts, music, TV, podcasting, gaming, fashion, photography, journalism, comedy and more

The fund is open for applications today from single charitable organisations and...

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Work begins on £2.2m mental health R&D facility

Work has commenced on a new, state-of-the-art research facility at Devon Partnership NHS Trust's (DPT) Wonford House site in Exeter. It marks a significant milestone in the organisation’s ambition to expand access to clinical research and improve health outcomes for communities across Devon.

The new facility forms part of DPT’s wider strategy to increase research participation and address inequalities in access to clinical trials in the field of mental health. Research undertaken through the NHS England Research Engagement Network Development project has identified lower...

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