Local News

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...

Full story

From Trainees to Owners: Exeter Accountants Take Over Leading Local Firm

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/07/2025 - 11:55pm

An established Exeter accountancy firm has entered an exciting new chapter after three long-standing team members successfully took ownership of the business.

Sidaways Chartered Accountants, which has been a trusted financial partner to businesses in and around Exeter for nearly four decades, has always placed a strong emphasis on developing local talent. Many of its employees started their careers at the firm, gaining experience and progressing into senior roles. Now, with the help of Allica Bank, the three of them have completed a management buyout to ensure Sidaways remains...

Read more

Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital performs its 2,500th Mako robotic-assisted surgery

Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital has performed its 2500th surgery with the Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery system, which enables consultant surgeons to carry out more precise knee and hip replacements.

The Mako technology is an innovative system that uses a robotic arm to remove damaged bone and cartilage and allows more precise positioning of the new hip or knee implant, with consultant surgeons creating a 3D model based on the patient’s anatomy.

Patients have experienced reduced pain and faster recovery times, while hospital stays are shorter, with some patients able...

Read more

Taylor Wimpey helps Exeter Foodbank in their efforts to lift people out of poverty

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 04/05/2025 - 9:38am

Taylor Wimpey has helped Exeter Foodbank in its bid to lift families across the city out of poverty for good with a £500 donation.

The generosity of local residents each year allows the charity to offer food packages to hundreds of people. The foodbank has since launched a new appeal in an effort to make a longer-term difference to people’s lives.

The appeal is centred around its financial inclusion work, which tackles some of the root causes of poverty. The foodbank works with families to address the issues that keep them trapped in a cycle of hunger and insecurity....

Read more

Solar PV system for Devon charity to save thousands

Authored by AmyKSays
Posted: Fri, 04/04/2025 - 1:43pm

The EX2 Group are delighted to have completed the installation of solar panels for local charity the Estuary League of Friends at their Topsham hub Nancy Potter House.

Predicted to save the charity more than £3,450 a year by generating 40% of their total energy needs, the design and installation was funded by VCSE Energy Efficiency Groundwork UK. The system includes 50 PV solar panels as well as battery storage to maximise the use of low-cost energy.

Nancy Potter House was built in 2017, opened its doors in 2018 and houses a Community Cafe, Topsham Post Office, the...

Read more

Cranbrook Education Campus Hosts Walk and Wheel Active Breakfast

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/03/2025 - 7:54pm

This month Cranbrook Education Campus, (CEC) joined forces with the charity Sustrans to host a Walk and Wheel Active Breakfast, an event designed to inspire families to choose walking, cycling, or scooting as part of their daily commute to school.

The event was a resounding success, with families flocking to the school gates on foot, bike, or scooter, eager to enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet as a reward for their commitment to active travel. The breakfast was also supported by Morrisons who provided a £20 donation.

Active travel is about more than just getting to...

Read more

Aspire Training Team, Evolves into Shoots Training

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/03/2025 - 7:30pm

Aspire Training Team, a leading provider of apprenticeships and professional qualifications in Exeter, is excited to announce its rebrand to Shoots Training.

This transformation marks a significant step forward in the company’s mission to develop talent in the Early Years and business sectors, unveiling a fresh identity that embodies growth, innovation, and opportunity.

With over 25 years of excellence in training, the organisation has empowered thousands of learners and businesses with the skills they need to succeed. The new name, Shoots Training, reflects its...

Read more
Ben Hodges of Abode Heat is pictured with Sally Basker of Exeter Science Park

Exeter Science Park supports rapid growth of renewable energy firm

Just a year after relocating to Exeter Science Park , renewable energy specialist Abode Heat is expanding, marking a significant milestone in its rapid growth.

Following a year of substantial progress - including its acquisition by UK Plumbing Supplies - Abode Heat has moved into a larger office space at the Science Park to accommodate its evolving business.

Abode Heat focuses on developing low-carbon heat pump solutions and initially moved to Exeter Science Park to leverage cutting-edge technology, including AI, to enhance its design and consultancy services. It has grown...

Read more

Stagecoach South West confirms timetables changes

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 04/02/2025 - 8:00pm

Local bus operator Stagecoach South West announces improvements to its bus network across Devon from 20 April 2025. Working in partnership with Devon County Council, and funded by Bus Service Improvement Plan funding from the Department for Transport, customers across Devon will benefit from more frequent bus services. For customers travelling within Exeter, there will be more buses to Alphington, Exwick, Pennsylvania and Wonford. Outside of Exeter, Appledore, Bideford, Dawlish, Newton Abbot and Tiverton are amongst the areas that will also benefit from more frequent buses.

The...

Read more

Exeter Airport opens door to the world with launch of daily KLM flights to Amsterdam

Exeter Airport has opened the door to the world with the official launch of new daily flights to Amsterdam with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.

The start of the route means travellers from the South West now have a direct link to Amsterdam with onward connections to over 160 destinations worldwide , and access to hundreds more destinations through KLM’s collaboration with partner airlines.

Almost every place in the world can be reached via Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, making the route a significant step forward in the region's global connectivity.

Stephen Wiltshire,...

Read more

Funk and soul star Craig Charles and DJ Storm Mollison join Basement Jaxx for Powderham Presents

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 04/02/2025 - 11:26am

Celebrated DJ and actor Craig Charles is set to join the bill as Basement Jaxx make a thrilling return to live shows when they play Powderham Presents this summer.

The funk and soul tastemaker will be bringing his legendary DJ show to the grounds of Powderham Castle near Exeter before Basement Jaxx ’s headline performance on Friday July 4, with rising DJ Storm Mollison opening the party.

Craig and Storm join the line up, alongside the previously announced headline show from Duran Duran with special guests Nile Rodgers & CHIC on Thursday July 3 at the newly launched...

Read more
Ida Hotel and Restaurant, Icmeler, Türkiye
your pets daily logo
Home Education Daily logo
Food and Drink Daily logo in red, white and black
your beauty daily logo with heart

Top video

Selco Builders Warehouse | England Rugby star Jack Nowell visits Exeter Saracens junior teams

England ace Jack delivers tips to Saracens

Exeter Weather