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Tenpin Exeter prepares to unveil its striking new look for 2026

One of the UK’s premier entertainment destinations, Tenpin, is pleased to announce that the refurbishment of Tenpin Exeter is scheduled for completion on March 27th, 2026.

The Exeter team is excited to share its transformation, which will be packed with bigger and better entertainment than previously seen. Designed to offer unforgettable experiences for family days out, social get-togethers and celebrations, customers will be able to enjoy several brand-new attractions.

The updated venue will feature 26 state-of-the-art bowling lanes, alongside two new private karaoke...

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Local blogger makes history by becoming the first person to win Miss Devon over two consecutive years

Exeter-based blogger, Clara George, has won the Miss Devon title for the second year running and will go on to compete in the Miss Great Britain 75th anniversary final in February next year. This is the first time since the pageant was founded that the same person has won the Miss Devon title for two consecutive years.

Clara, 23, started her journey as a lifestyle blogger back in 2011, and started her consultancy business last year; the same year that she first won the Miss Devon award. Over recent years Clara has built up a reputation as a lifestyle blogger, documenting her...

Alison Squire and Karen Mcanally collecting their GCSE results

“I’m really proud of what I've done” - GCSE success for Exeter adults

As thousands of teenagers picked up their GCSE results last week, few would have spared a thought for adults nervously arriving to collect their own results after a year of hard work.

That was exactly the case for a number Exeter College’s GCSE students as they arrived at the college on Thursday to see if their hard work had paid off.

Alison Squire, 41, previously struggled in school and decided to study at Exeter College as a personal confidence-builder as her son starts to prepare for his exams in the coming years.

Alison chose to study for her GCSE English at the...

People asked to back new project enhancing Exeter’s wildflowers

People are being asked to help increase Exeter's wildflowers by backing a project that seeks to brighten up the city even more.

Devon Wildlife Trust has launched a Crowdfunder scheme to create more wildflower meadows across the county.

In Exeter the Trust are joining up with the City Council to further enhance the displays of wildflowers that have been bursting with colour on roadside verges, roundabouts and open spaces.

People are being asked to support the scheme by donating to Crowdfunder. People have until the end of Friday to make their pledges and can do so by...

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10 tips on how to organise your dream folk wedding

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 08/28/2019 - 7:47am

Are you dreaming of a wedding that’s personal, casual, and fits your laid-back lifestyle? One that isn’t stiff, fancy, or costs an arm and a leg? If so, a folk wedding might be just the ticket for you and your spouse-to-be.

Also known as a rustic, boho, shabby chic, vintage, or country ceremony, folk weddings have a do-it-yourself vibe that can be tailored to match your distinct personality, hobbies, and passions. If down home and handmade nuptials sound like a perfect fit for you, our advice is: Go for it! Get crafty, creative, and have fun with it, and your guests will...

Police hunt man who 'touched himself inappropriately' in front of women on Devon train

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 08/27/2019 - 7:37pm

British Transport Police are investigating two acts of indecency where a man touched himself inappropriately on Devon trains are looking to identify him in connection.

The first incident happened on 26 July at approximately 8.30pm, the second happened the following month on 7 August at 5.25pm. During both incidents, a man sat near a woman and began to touch himself inappropriately while staring at the victim. The man would then leave the train at Torre station. Following a number of enquiries, officers believe both incidents are now linked. Officers believe the man shown in this...

Cadogan Court residents Peter Lawry (left) and Ted Forward (right) lark about with the Home’s Activities Coordinator Luan Phillips.

Exeter care home residents inspired by the Great British Bake Off

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 08/27/2019 - 3:29pm

As the nation eagerly awaits the start of the Great British Bake Off 2019 this week, residents at RMBI Home Cadogan Court in Exeter have enjoyed a culinary competition of their own.

With the support of the Home’s three chefs, the residents, all in their 80s and 90s, tried their hands at making traditional Cornish pasties.

Inspired by the hit TV series, the Home holds two Bake Off sessions a month with residents providing ideas about what they wish to make. All the bakes are done in the morning with a tasting afternoon held for all the residents to taste and judge the...

Order yourself a cup of conservation

Order yourself a cup of conservation

Authored by Paigntonzoo
Posted: Tue, 08/27/2019 - 12:11pm

The charity zoo has its very own branded blend – Zoorabica. It’s the first time the charity has offered its own named coffee. The new beverage is supplied by Coffeeworks, based in Exeter, an independent company with over 20 years’ experience.

Paignton Zoo Group Catering Manager Jennifer Proctor, who helped choose the final blend, said: “We have gone for this new blend because of taste, price, the support that Coffeeworks offer and the training they provide.” She visited the family-owned roasting business in Bristol to select the coffee.

The beans are triple certified – they...

New digital service gives people at risk of homelessness immediate help

People at risk of homelessness can now contact the council to start accessing key housing services at any time of the day or night – every day of the year.

Advice, information and access to the council’s housing team can now be obtained from the council’s website.

The new digital service gives people the ability to make appointments, upload documents and communicate directly with housing case workers, without needing to take time out of their day to visit the council offices.

It also allows professionals from statutory and voluntary agencies to easily refer clients...

What to consider when hiring funfair rides for a party

Hiring fairground rides for your next party will take it to the next level. Kids can stay occupied throughout the event, and adults will have more time socialising. Whether it is a birthday party, company family outing, or a Christmas party, funfair rides are versatile and work for any occasion.

But choosing fairground rides for hire is not always easy. When you have several choices and ideas to consider, it gets more challenging to decide. You need to ensure that you have carefully planned and narrowed down the list of rides and activities you want to hire so that you can focus on...

Exeter staff help the environment by reusing hundreds of unwanted items 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 08/27/2019 - 7:30am

A platform that has encouraged hundreds of University of Exeter staff members to reuse unwanted items in order to help the environment is celebrating its first anniversary.

The Waste Action Reuse Portal (WARPit) is an online reuse platform that makes it easy for staff to get, give and loan surplus assets across the university.

It focuses on the sustainability of the university’s waste management and enables the university to make the most of its resources by encouraging staff to swap items between themselves, rather than send them to landfill or recycling.

The...

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