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Free family fun returns to Exeter Quay

Families can enjoy a summer of free activities down by Exeter’s waterside.

Running every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday during the school holidays, the Transit Shed and Piazza will be hosting creative and hands-on activities for all ages.

Once again, Summer at the Quay has been organised by Exeter Canal and Quay Trust, bringing free holiday fun to the quayside.

No booking is needed, just drop in and enjoy activities ranging from wool weaving and boat building to circus skills, puppetry and music making.

Highlights include Prom Prom’s Free Quay Fridays,...

National Trust trials pioneering NaviLens technology to aid blind and partially sighted people

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 08/20/2024 - 8:37pm

The National Trust will be trialling the use of a pioneering navigational app for partially sighted visitors at Saltram in Plymouth this summer to improve access to heritage and nature.

NaviLens is a free navigation app which can help give greater independence and freedom for users to navigate their way around places with less or even no aid.

The technology is currently in use on transport systems across Spain and in some parts of the USA and UK, as well as in some museums and food products in UK supermarkets.

The app uses QR-style codes that users can detect on...

Phil Domville-Musters, Martin Meredith, Pete Cain and Marc Millon with grandson Sol Millon-Martinez

Founder Marc finally completes 25th Nello ride

The man who founded one of the biggest charity rides in the region has completed this year’s event seven weeks after everyone else!

Topsham-based wine, food and travel writer Marc Millon set up The Nello in 2000 to raise money for FORCE Cancer Charity in memory of his great friend Nello Ghezzo.

He was all set for the special 25th ride in June this year when COVID struck and for the first time, he was forced to sit it out.

Marc and wife Kim usually complete the 100-mile ride, which starts and finishes at Topsham Rugby Club, on a tandem.

“Both Kim and I...

Devon Air Ambulance to host Medi-Connect Conference in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 08/19/2024 - 11:19pm

Devon Air Ambulance will host their first Medi-Connect conference, kindly sponsored by Zoll and SES, next month. The charity is looking forward to welcoming attendees to Exeter Racecourse on Tuesday 24 September for this fully interactive and educational experience, the first of its kind in the Southwest.

The 2024 Medi-Connect Conference designed for those in the pre-hospital emergency services will focus on rural responding, emphasising agricultural incidents. This new and innovative day of sharing knowledge and learning from each other is relevant to those already working in...

Can you beat the antiques experts?

Three local antiques experts who have featured on popular TV shows will be doing their best to baffle an audience at a special charity event next month.

Cristian Beadman, Brian Goodison-Blanks and Nic Saintey are hosting a Call My Bluff evening for FORCE Cancer Charity on Thursday September 19.

“Call My Bluff is light-hearted, antique-based entertainment,” said Nic.

“We bring ten objects, some valuable and some worthless, and the three experts attempt to bamboozle you as to what each one is and what value it has.

“But we warn you, we are adept at wrong-...

Exploring Exeter: A Guide to the City's Highlights and Attractions

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Sun, 08/18/2024 - 6:56am

Exeter, the vibrant and historic city in Devon, England, is a treasure trove of culture, history, and modern attractions. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor, there's no shortage of things to see and do in this picturesque city. From its rich heritage to its bustling shopping streets and scenic outdoor spaces, Exeter offers something for everyone.

Historical and Cultural Landmarks

Exeter's history dates back over 2,000 years, and the city's landmarks reflect this deep historical legacy. The Exeter Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, is one of the...

Devon: The perfect holiday destination - even if you’re working

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/16/2024 - 12:19am

While Devon has long been a popular destination for tourists during the summer holidays, it’s now also becoming a hotspot for visitors on a “workcation”.

Devon’s Work Hubs are reporting that they are being used more regularly by visitors looking for a place to work in order to extend their stay in the county.

While Devon can boast two National Parks, five National Landscapes, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the UNESCO designated North Devon Biosphere Reserve and countless attractions, it seems that Work Hubs are also an important asset for some visitors.

In...

Leading musicians to perform at concert marking the Army Benevolent Fund’s 80th anniversary

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 08/15/2024 - 6:08am

Devon residents are invited to show their support for soldiers of the past, present and future by attending the ABF80 Concert , taking place at Exeter Cathedral on Saturday 14 th September in aid of the Army Benevolent Fund.

This concert will raise vital funds for the Army Benevolent Fund, the Army’s national charity, which for 80 years has supported soldiers, former soldiers and their families. It will feature music from stage, screen and the classical repertoire, performed by the Exeter Symphony Orchestra (ESO), and conducted by Arturo Serna, professional cellist, teacher and...

Exeter teen Triumphs in Outward Bound’s toughest expedition

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/14/2024 - 3:58pm

On 9 August, Samuel Pennington, 19, from Exeter, completed Outward Bound's Pinnacle expedition, a 19-day summer camp that aims to take young people on a journey of triumph and self-discovery in the wild.

Sam, along with 11 newfound friends, embarked on this epic journey together as they set off from the shores of Lakes Ullswater and into the mountains of the Lake District.

The Pinnacle is Outward Bound's most challenging but rewarding expedition, attracting participants from around the world, with fewer than 100 young people completing it every year. Made for those who...

Local charity launches ‘Every Step Counts’ challenge

Leading Devon mental health charity, Step One, is excited to announce the launch of their new challenge, Every Step Counts . In honour of World Mental Health Day in October, this community initiative aims to raise awareness of mental health whilst raising vital funds for BeWell@StepOne , their free mental health support service which continues to be a lifeline for those in need. Kicking off on 1st October 2024, the month-long steps challenge encourages individuals and businesses to get active and support this great cause. Participants have the option to choose from three ambitious step...

Ready, Set... Bake Off for Take Off!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 08/10/2024 - 10:19am

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is encouraging supporters to host a baking event to support the charity this summer. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, the charity wants you to organise a delicious fundraiser that makes a difference and indulge in some sweet treats to help save lives.

The charity is calling upon the people of Devon to gather friends, family, and colleagues to organise their very own Bake Off for Take off event . Be it a coffee morning, a bake sale at a workplace, hosting an afternoon tea – or any cake event you can cook up – the support to raise vital...

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