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Science on tap: Exeter pubs to host Pint of Science 2026 

Some of Exeter’s best-loved pubs will be hosting this year’s Pint of Science, offering up fascinating talks on everything from atoms and galaxies to understanding neurodiversity.

Running from 18-20 May, this year’s festival marks the 13th edition of the annual event, which brings researchers out of the lab and into local bars in 42 cities across the UK.

In Exeter, venues including the Bootlegger, Arcadia and City Gate Hotel will transform into hubs of scientific discussion with informative talks, demonstrations, live experiments, and a multi-city pub quiz competition....

Second Sunday Volunteering: Helping the butterflies of Haytor Down

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/07/2019 - 11:40am

Brighten up a dull February by join Assistant Ranger Stuart and Conservation Apprentice Leo as they carry out habitat management for the beautiful Pearl Bordered and Small Pearl Bordered Butterfly on Haytor Down.

The Pearl Bordered is a particularly fussy client in its demand for a ‘well-balanced’ bracken environment, requiring bracken for wind shelter and warmth, whilst simultaneously requiring clearer patches to facilitate the growth of dog violets – its main food and egg laying plant.

The techniques we will be using to manage the site are quite basic - a lot can be...

Can you help plant 2,200 trees for a greener future in East Devon?

Volunteers are needed to plant 2,200 new trees in East Devon.

The trees will be planted at Mosshayne Farm on Friday 15th February and Saturday 16th February. If you can lend a hand, please contact Jon Freeman by emailing jfreeman@eastdevon.gov.uk.

East Devon District Council’s project officers for Great Trees in the Clyst Valley helped farmer Henry Gent sign up to the Woodland Trust’s MOREWoods scheme. The Woodland Trust provide the trees, expertise and a tailored plan. The tree-planting will create new environmentally-friendly woodland at Mosshayne Farm in the Clyst Valley...

How Tarot Card reading affects people's feelings

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 02/07/2019 - 8:48am

Tarot card reading is an exercise that should be undertaken with a lot of discretion and discernment. The attention you dedicate to it will help you understand what each card stands for. A good interpretation of tarot cards will provide you with a guide about your future. There is a way tarot card reading affects people’s feelings.

Can be scary

No doubt this is an exercise that might send some people into panic. It is pretty scary reading these cards, especially alone. You will tend to freak out most of the times, especially when flipping the cards to reveal their...

The most common money management mistakes - and how to avoid them

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 02/06/2019 - 10:48am

Mistakes in money management are more common than you may expect. In fact, several people struggle to plan their finances across the UK. A third of us even fear that we’ll be unable to clear our debts fully.

So, what can we do to minimise the risk of overspending? One solution is to learn from our errors – and identify ways to avoid them.

Mistake: Not Seeking Expert Advice

When it comes to money management, we can be reluctant to seek advice. Often, this is because many of us aren’t sure where to look for it. Because of this, we risk losing out on the opportunity...

Exeter City to take stand against homophobia for 10th year

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/05/2019 - 9:26am

EXETER City Football Club will be saying “no to homophobia” at its home game with Bury (Saturday, February 16; kick off 3pm).

Fans looking to wager on this match are heading to betbrain.co.uk as their preferred online sports book.

It is 10 years ago that the international initiative was founded and the 10th time that a designated Football v Homophobia (FvH) match has been held by Exeter City.

Two years ago, Lou Englefield, Director of the national Football v Homophobia campaign, presented the Exeter OGOC Group with a commemorative pennant, acknowledging the Club’s...

5 gift ideas for women that combine the traditional and modern

With our help, you can buy a gift for the women in your life that will not disappoint. The favourite traditional gifts come from four main categories of jewellery, clothing, beauty, culture and experiential gifts. Whether you are choosing a gift for Valentines Day, your wedding anniversary, Christmas, Chanukah or any other occasion we have some ideas that add a modern touch for the modern woman who cherishes traditions.

Jewellery

Jewellery can be inspired by heritage, culture and symbolism, providing many options for a piece that will be appreciated. If you are unsure,...

Why It’s never too late to change career

The decisions you make when you’re at school about what you want to do with your life are always subject to change. Even people who seem to have the clearest ideas or a calling to a specific career can find their interests and abilities taking them in new directions. No matter what age you are, you always have a chance to change your life for the better, and being older shouldn’t prevent you from achieving your goals.

If you discover a new passion in your life, or a previously unknown talent comes to the surface, you can’t normally just switch to a new career without undergoing...

New play equipment for Exeter parks

Youngsters in Exeter are set to get an unexpected bonus of new play park equipment, Exeter City Council has announced.

Through careful financial management, the City Council has managed to secure an additional £70,000 worth of swings, see-saws, carousels and climbing frames.

The play equipment will be installed at 11 sites across the city over the coming months. The fun gear will suit a range of ages from toddlers through to young teens.

Cllr David Harvey, Lead Councillor for Place, said: “This is great news for youngsters in the city and is above and beyond what we...

Co-cars and Exeter College announce exciting new partnership

Co-cars, the South West’s hire-by-the-hour car club, and Exeter College, the city’s multi-award winning further education college, have announced an innovative new partnership to give Exeter-based college staff access to their own dedicated Co-car.

Starting from February 2019, a brand new Toyota Yaris Hybrid will be available at the college’s Hele Road campus for staff to hire-by-the-hour. Whilst many businesses already take advantage of Co-cars’ network of great value, low emission cars, this is the first time an organisation has had a car exclusively allocated for their use....

Two Short Nights Film Festival invites submissions

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/04/2019 - 2:49pm

Two Short Nights Film Festival is one of the biggest dates in the city’s creative diary.

Organised by Exeter Phoenix, the festival celebrates regional, national and international short films, and the people who make them.

Filmmakers and film lovers alike can enjoy selected screenings, workshops, talks and creative sessions with industry professionals.

2019 will be the festival’s 18th year of bringing world-class cinema to the South West, and take over Exeter Phoenix from 27th – 29th November.

Speaking about the festival, Jonas Hawkins – Exeter Phoenix’s...

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