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Exeter Racecourse partners with ELF to launch Festive Gifting Programme

Exeter Racecourse is delighted to announce a new partnership with The Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF) for ELF Raceday, taking place on Friday 5th December 2025.

Through this collaboration, ELF and Exeter Racecourse will launch a special gifting programme aimed at bringing joy to children and families supported by the charity during the Festive season.

Exeter Racecourse will support ELF’s work by gifting toys to children who are patients or family members affected by blood cancers and blood disorders. Racegoers, owners, trainers, jockeys and the local community are being...

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Why car dealers facing tough competition

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 05/01/2019 - 10:09am

A few years ago, shopping for a car meant a lot of footwork as buyers went from dealership to dealership in search of their new (or used) car. The process usually took days, even weeks for those who are ultra-particular about the features and specs they need in a car.

Fast forward to today and finding a car to buy can be done in a few clicks.

Thanks to technological advancements, it has become super easy to find, pay for, and ship a car to any location – without leaving the comfort of your home. With online alternatives to car dealers growing in popularity and numbers, that...

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Firm backs campaign for access to legal advice by taking to the road

A legal team from Exeter solicitors Cartridges Law will be taking to the road this May in support of the Law Society’s national campaign to ensure everyone has access to legal advice when they need it.

They will be holding free legal drop in sessions in St Thomas and Pathfinder Village over four dates in May and September.

The Law Society is campaigning to improve access to justice for all, regardless of social background or wealth. Details about the campaign can be found here https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/policy-campaigns/campaigns/access-to-justice/

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Work to start on new crossing in Exmouth

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/30/2019 - 10:59pm

Work will start on the installation of a Toucan crossing on the A376, on the edge of Exmouth, on Tuesday 7 May.

The crossing will be located between Rivermead Avenue and Courtlands Cross and will connect to the Exe Estuary Trail via the National Trust’s Lower Halsdon Farm public path.

As part of the scheme, which is expected to take four weeks to complete, minor footpath widening will also be carried out on the eastern side of Exeter Road.

The scheme will provide a safer crossing of the A376 for pedestrians and cyclists and will improve sustainable transport links...

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Princesshay public toilets reopen

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/30/2019 - 5:31pm

The Princesshay public toilets have now reopened to the public after an extensive refurbishment.

The £500,000 refurbishment has been funded in partnership by Princesshay retailers and restaurants and its owners The Crown Estate and Nuveen as part of their ongoing investment in Princesshay.

The toilets in Catherine Square have undergone a complete overhaul. The facilities include male and female toilets, two family / gender neutral toilets and fully accessible facilities.

Changing Places – fully accessible toilets at St Stephen’s House

Princesshay provides...

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The pink fizz is chilling in readiness for the 2019 Twilight Walk!

The pink fizz is chilling in readiness for the 2019 Twilight Walk!

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Tue, 04/30/2019 - 12:14pm

Saturday 6 July will be a BIG day in Exmouth for local charity Hospiscare . Exmouth and Lympstone Hospiscare will be holding their Family Fun Day at Manor Gardens from 10am – 4pm with live entertainment and lots of fun activities. Having had a great day with the whole family it will then be time for the mums, nans and aunties to don their pink tutus and bunny ears (not compulsory) and head on down to The Maer for either the Twilight Walk or 5K Fizz Run in aid of Hospiscare.

This sponsored event offers a scenic five or ten mile walking route or a 5K running route along the stunning...

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Overnight resurfacing planned on A380

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/30/2019 - 12:08pm

The next phase of overnight resurfacing work on the A380 is due to start on the evening of Tuesday 7 May.

Work will be taking place on the southbound carriageway at Harcombe Plantation.

To undertake the work safely, the A380 will be closed each night between 7pm and 7am (from 8pm on Friday nights) from its junction with the A38 to Mamhead Cross.

A signed diversion route will be in place via the A38, B3344, B3193, B3193 (Strap Lane), B3195 and A380.

The A380 will be fully open during the daytime but, for safety reasons, a temporary 40mph speed limit will be...

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Heart2Heart participant Allison with her Hospiscare nurse Harriet

Heart2Heart with Hospiscare: Allison's Story

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Tue, 04/30/2019 - 10:49am

“Heart failure….. The word failure is just such a negative word, when you get a diagnosis of heart failure it can be such a dark time. But you mustn’t be put off. With the right medication and advice you can still lead a good life with heart failure.”

Allison Rand, 52 from Exeter, was diagnosed with heart failure a couple of years ago.

“It was a total shock. I had been feeling unwell for a while but ignored it as I was too busy with life. Eventually I went for an ECG and they thought it didn’t look right so booked me in for an appointment. I lay down on the table and that...

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Garden & Food Festival set to wow visitors

From local sparkling wine to nursery plants, crafts and gifts to locally-produced delicious food, floral workshops and expert panels, together with a newly revamped Children’s Area, the Garden and Food Festival run by the Colyton Grammar School PA is a great day out for all the family.

The Festival returns to Colyton Grammar School on Saturday 11th May between 10.00am and 4.00pm and there is no charge for attendance.

In its 16th year, the 2019 Festival will have more than 60 local gardening, food and craft stalls. Taking place throughout the Colyton Grammar School campus in...

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Man arrested after alleged indecent exposure and stalking incidents in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/29/2019 - 7:59pm

Police are appealing for information after receiving reports of alleged stalking and indecent exposure at Flowerpot playing fields in Exeter.

Officers are investigating a number of complaints from members of the public during March and April.

Anyone who has witnessed any suspicious activity in the area has been urged to come forward.

A 39-year-old man from the Exeter area has been arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency and harassment and has been released under investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, or via email...

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Sell your luxury watch: Which is the best site for doing so?

Are you looking to sell your luxury watch? You should not just trust anyone. Luxury watches are a great treasure, and as much as you may have many reasons that could push you to sell yours, you have to ensure that you are making the most out of it.

You should take your time and select an expert company, a company that understands its way around the market and one that knows how to acquire the highest market values possible for you. A lot of people will have their eyes set on that timepiece, and if you are not careful enough, you will end up falling for the least price or even worse...

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