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Devon County Show Confirms 106,000 Visitors in Another Record-Breaking Year

The tickets have now been counted, and Devon County Show has officially confirmed an audited attendance of 106,000 visitors for 2026 — an uplift of 5,000 on last year’s record-breaking figure.

This year’s Show coincided with the late May half‑term break, a rare calendar alignment that contributed to an especially strong family turnout. While children go free on Saturday and therefore cannot be fully audited, the organisers witnessed a noticeably higher number of young visitors enjoying the attractions, activities and livestock displays.

Across all three days, the Show...

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Exeter Canal and Quay Trust seeks new chair

Formed in 1981, the Exeter Canal and Quay Trust is a charity that renovates, develops and leases out the heritage quayside properties and spaces in and around Exeter Quay. We also fund and organise events that promote and celebrate our waterfront location and its remarkable history and heritage, including the Exeter Heritage Harbour Festival, the Quayside Shanty Festival and our Summer at the Quayside activity programme.

The Trust also manages the Exeter Custom House , which is a Grade I Listed building that has been transformed into a centre of arts and culture at the heart of...

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Aldi opens applications for apprenticeship roles in Devon

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Posted: Thu, 02/06/2025 - 9:52pm

Aldi is looking to recruit over 500 new apprentices across the UK in 2025, including in Devon.

The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket is welcoming applications for its apprenticeship scheme, with opportunities now live across stores and warehouse roles.

At Aldi, Store Apprentices can earn £8.61 per hour, rising to £12.07. Inside the M25, Store Apprentices can earn £8.84 per hour, rising to £12.72. Meanwhile, those in warehouse roles can earn up to £11.18 per hour.

Successful applicants will be able to gain industry-recognised qualifications while they earn and will...

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Exeter Co-op re-launches following major makeover to ‘transform’ the store

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Posted: Thu, 02/06/2025 - 8:52pm

Co-op re-launches its Queen Street, Exeter, store following an eight-week programme of works and improvements to ‘transform’ the store.

The store is the first of around 80 Co-op stores across the UK to have a major refurbishment in 2025, which is alongside the convenience retailer’s ambitions for convenience growth and to open an additional 75 new shops this year.

Alongside the fresh, new-look, the investment in theQueen Street store offers an enhanced range of fresh and healthy produce, alongside a focus on food-to-go and meal deals; Fairtrade products, an in store...

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Devon Battle of the Bands Winner’s Debut Single Stacks Up The Streams

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Posted: Wed, 02/05/2025 - 7:56pm

Music from the Devon Battle of the Bands winners’ is starting to be released and to stack up the streams, helped by the organisers MIDI, Devon Music Education Hub and R&K Systems.

The 2025 contest is being held this month, with four heats on 4th, 6th, 11th and 13th of February at Petroc College Barnstaple, KEVICC Totnes, Uffculme School Cullompton and Plympton Academy. The final will be held at Exeter Phoenix on Tuesday 25th February, is open to the public and tickets are £8; https://www.fatsoma.com/e/qp2ysilz/devon-schools-battle-of-the-bands-grand-final-2025

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Ludo Takes Customers Back to 1981 with 51p Pints as Exeter City Takes on Nottingham Forest!

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Posted: Tue, 02/04/2025 - 11:29pm

To celebrate Exeter City qualifying for the fourth round of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time in 44 years, customers can enjoy 1981 priced pints at Ludo Exeter!

That’s right… As part of a new agreement, Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen will now be stocking Harbour Singlefin. So, as an ode to the last time Exeter City made it to this round of the FA Cup, if Exeter score against Nottingham Forest, pints of the Cornish Lager are rolled back to 1981 prices and become 51p.

Offering a premium sports viewing experience with full UHD screens and state-of-the-art sound systems...

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Anticipating KLM’s new service from Exeter: Top 10 visiting countries and destinations

With just under two months to go until the launch of KLM’s new daily service from Exeter Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol on 30th March, the global airline says forward bookings are proving hugely encouraging.

The eagerly anticipated route is set to enhance connectivity for the South West, offering travel to Amsterdam and beyond. Not only is the service proving popular with local travellers looking for the convenience of flying from their local airport, but it is also attracting international tourists and business travellers to the region.

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Darts Farm Raise Record-Breaking £65k for local charities

The team at Darts Farm are thrilled to announce that over the past 12 months they have raised an incredible total of £65,790 for local charities & community initiatives.

Their charity initiatives have been nothing short of extraordinary, with an exciting range of events supporting a variety of local causes. Their iconic Pick-Your-Own Sunflowers raised vital funds for Hospiscare, while the popular Amazing Maze Maize supported the RNLI on their 200th Anniversary year. A record-breaking turnout at the Father’s Day Classic Car Show raised an equally impressive sum for the Estuary...

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Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival announces lineup for Spring Weekend

Festival organisers unveil inspiring line up of authors for Spring Weekend

From Churchill’s legacy to the profound impact of books on our lives, this year’s Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival Spring Weekend promises an inspiring and thought-provoking programme for all.

Taking place in the town’s St Peter’s Church on March 7 and 8, the festival brings together a distinguished lineup of authors and speakers who will share captivating stories, bold ideas, and fresh perspectives. Attendees can look forward to exploring history, politics, music, justice, and personal journeys, all while celebrating the power of the written and spoken word.

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Exeter Community Initiatives is proud to host the 2025 Exeter Volunteer Fair!

Back for its 5th year, The Exeter Volunteer Fair 2025 will be held at the iconic Exeter Cathedral on Thursday, 3rd April 2025 , from 11am to 3pm .

This annual event promises to be bigger and better than ever, providing a fantastic opportunity for local organisations to connect with individuals who are passionate about giving back to the community.

The Volunteer Fair is a unique platform where charities, non-profits, and community groups from across the region can meet with potential volunteers eager to make a difference.

It’s a chance to showcase the incredible...

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Exeter Co-op set to re-launch following major makeover to ‘transform’ the store

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Posted: Thu, 01/30/2025 - 8:38pm

Co-op is set to re-launch its Queen Street, Exeter, store this week (Friday, 31 January) following an eight-week programme of works and improvements to ‘transform’ the store.

The store is the first of around 80 Co-op stores across the UK to have a major refurbishment in 2025, which is alongside the convenience retailer’s ambitions for convenience growth and to open an additional 75 new shops this year.

The Queen Street store offers an enhanced range of fresh and healthy produce, alongside a focus on food-to-go and meal deals; Fairtrade products, an in store bakery, hot...

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