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Team FORCE at the Great West Run 2026

Team FORCE smash it at the 2026 Great West Run

Team FORCE has again pulled out all the stops at this year’s Great West Run.

Nearly 450 people ran either the half marathon or 10K around the streets of Exeter and beyond in Sunday’s sweltering heat to support FORCE Cancer Charity.

Between them they have raised more than £135,000 so far, which will support local people dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

Chloe Richardson, event fundraiser for FORCE, said: “It was a great day and we are astounded by the support and love for FORCE from our runners.

“It was humbling to hear all their stories, the reasons why...

Ted Wragg Trust Students Conquer the Ten Tors Challenge

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:24pm

A record 134 students from seven schools within the Ted Wragg Trust successfully took on the legendary Ten Tors Challenge this past weekend, demonstrating outstanding resilience, teamwork and determination across the rugged landscapes of Dartmoor.

Representing 23 teams across 35, 45 and 55-mile routes, students from Exmouth Community College, Honiton Community College, Isca Academy, Queen Elizabeth’s School, Sidmouth College, St James School, and West Exe School battled the moor’s unpredictable weather and challenging terrain to complete one of the UK’s most iconic youth...

Get Ready for June Boom: Exeter’s Month of Culture, Comedy, Music and More!

Exeter is set for an unforgettable June as the city comes alive with June Boom — a month-long celebration packed with vibrant events, arts, culture, and entertainment.

From live music and laugh-out-loud comedy to inspiring heritage festivals and creative arts and literature events, there’s something for everyone — and you won’t want to miss a thing.

Nicola Wheeler, CEO at InExeter, says: " Exeter is already an amazing place to visit, but this June, it’s going to be buzzing! We’re shouting from the rooftops, so no one misses out. From live music and comedy to vibrant...

DIY SOS are on the lookout for new projects

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:12am

DIY SOS is back! Nick and his trusted team of Purple Shirts, along with an army of Volunteers, are looking for deserving families, individuals, or community projects across the UK, who need their help.

It could be someone who has always given back to the local community, who now needs help themselves or a family whose home is no longer suitable for their needs.

To apply: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/diy-sos

Nick Knowles said, “We are so excited to be back building again for people who really need our help, and the help of their community. We...

Princesshay to be the official Exeter city centre fanzone for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

Princesshay is delighted to announce that it has been awarded official city centre fanzone status for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 this August and September.

Rugby fans will be able to gather and watch all the action in Princesshay Square where live coverage will be shown on a big screen each day of the tournament including all the matches hosted at Sandy Park staring on Friday 22nd August when the tournament officially begins.

Spectators will have a mix of seating options within the free and accessible fan zone including bean bags, deck chairs and picnic benches...

iGB Live 2025 and its Devon Connections

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 05/13/2025 - 5:44pm

The iGaming industry is one of the fastest-growing in the UK. In layman’s terms, it’s the online casino and sportsbook market. It has grown to around £5 billion in terms of overall revenue. That makes it a significant part of the UK’s entertainment economy. Because of that, a number of industry conferences have become regular events here.

iGB Live is one of those, and is set to be held in London again this July, this time at ExCel. It has become one of Europe’s biggest conferences for the iGaming market, and delegates and affiliates will flock from across the world to be part of...

Young Exeter man chosen to share his story at Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award celebrations

A young man from Exeter joined His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, and England footballer Hannah Hampton, to give a speech to thousands of young people and their loved ones at Buckingham Palace on Friday – as they celebrated achieving their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards.   

Ved Kumar, 18 - who was also celebrating achieving his own Gold Award – took to the Palace’s West Terrace to share his inspiring DofE story with around 2,000 other young Award holders. Ved, who did his DofE at Exeter College, was joined for the special day by his parents Vanja and Vinod Kumar....

Vyshyvanka Day 2025: Standing Together for Culture, Memory and Freedom

📅 Saturday, 17 May 2025 📍 Bedford Square, Exeter | 14:00–15:00 🎨 Art Exhibition: 15:30–16:30 | 19 North Street, Exeter, EX4 3QS

In the fourth year of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as the war continues to ravage cities and uproot millions, Vyshyvanka Day 2025 takes on urgent new meaning. The Devon Ukrainian Association invites the local community, Ukrainian diaspora, and friends of Ukraine to gather for a symbolic rally and cultural celebration in the heart of Exeter — to stand in unity, wear our heritage with pride, and declare that Ukrainian culture will not be erased...

Exeter care home celebrates the 80th anniversaryof VE Day

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/12/2025 - 7:47pm

Cumberland Grange in Exeter marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day in style by throwing a 1940s afternoon tea party to remember. The home was decorated in red, white and blue and residents and their families enjoyed an afternoon of live music and dancing.

Head chef Chris whipped up delicious cream teas and fruit platters, all washed down with pots of tea and celebratory jugs of Pimms to mark the occasion.

Residents observed the national two minute silence and listened again to Churchill’s iconic speech accepting Germany’s surrender and an address from the...

New Photography Project Gives Voice to Young People's Mental Health Experiences

A thought-provoking new photography project is set to bring to life the mental health challenges young people experience. Images from the project, called (in)visible, will be exhibited in venues across Exeter and East Devon from May to November this year.

The project aims to challenge the familiar but limiting ‘head in hands’ image often used to depict mental health struggles.

Inspired by a call in a charity newsletter to rethink how mental health is visually represented, local photographer, Theo Moye - drawing from his own experience with anxiety - set out to create...

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Hats (On) For Headway

Authored by Presunlim
Posted: Sun, 05/11/2025 - 11:46am

Headway Devon the local charity, based in Exeter, that specialises in helping those rehabilitate from head injuries are asking people to wear their hats on May 16th.

Every year supporters of the charity come together for a hat-tastic fundraising day to help them improve the lives of people suffering with brain injury.

Ruth Wells, CEO at Headway Devon says, “supporters of the day are encouraged to make a donation, wear a hat, take photos and share them on social media using the hashtag #HatsForHeadway”.

Previous events have seen participants get really creative with...

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