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January Sessions: Try something new this New Year

January is often a month of resolutions and resets and InExeter is inviting everyone to try something new.

January Sessions is a programme of activity-led, no or low alcohol evenings across the city - great nights out that fit perfectly with Dry January, and a fresh start to the year without losing any of the fun.

From learning a new craft to joining a welcoming group or mixing up amazing flavours at tea-based mixology classes, January Sessions offers creative, social and relaxing ways to reset the button this month.

Nicola Wheeler, CEO at InExeter, said: “...

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Devon’s Top Attractions announce new members

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/05/2018 - 7:01am

The Devon Association of Tourist Attractions is pleased to announce that they have two NEW members joining the Association for 2018. Torre Abbey and Coldharbour Mill have both been awarded the acclaimed tourism quality stamp and now feature amongst Devon’s Top Attractions.

To qualify as a member, the attractions go through a rigorous inspection process and have to pass the Association’s strict quality criteria. These inspections ensure that visitors experience quality in terms of venue, facilities, content, service and value for money.

Association members are regularly...

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Devon Countryside Access Forum seeks new members

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/05/2018 - 6:45am

We are fortunate to have many stunning outdoor places in the county to enjoy.

If you would like an opportunity to get involved in discussing and advising on recreational opportunities and access why not apply to be a member of the Devon Countryside Access Forum?



Local access forums are statutory bodies, set up under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000, to give independent advice on how to enhance and improve public access to the countryside and green space for open air recreation and enjoyment.
 


Each Forum has to include a wide and balanced spectrum of...

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Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/04/2018 - 9:36pm

Saturday 27th January saw the performance of a new work, SHOAH, by composer Philip Arkwright, Master of Music at Buckfast Abbey at Exeter’s Mint Methodist Church as part of the commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau on that date in 1945.

This day is commemorated annually by communities across Britain. The name of the piece is from a Hebrew word, Sho’ah, meaning catastrophe or devastation, initially used to describe the genocide that took place. By the end of the Second World War the Nazis and their collaborators had murdered...

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New attractions at The Donkey Sanctuary this half term

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/04/2018 - 8:53pm

The Donkey Sanctuary will be running its Best Friends Forever Trail over the February half term (Saturday 10 - Sunday 18 February) and showcasing its new visitor attractions.

Through a range of interactive exhibits, visitors will discover how The Donkey Sanctuary works to improve the welfare of donkeys and mules around the world and the communities that rely on them. Visitors can take a trip back in time and explore the history of donkeys and the origins of The Donkey Sanctuary itself. Learn fascinating donkey facts, see what goes on behind the scenes at the donkey hospital and...

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Police expand infrared lighting on Speed detection vans

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/04/2018 - 12:31pm

Devon and Cornwall Police have recently introduced Infrared ‘low Light’ camera technology within Plymouth and have now expanded their innovative equipment across the Force area.

The use of such use technology intends to reduce the amount of fatal and serious road traffic collisions on Devon and Cornwall roads.

Marcus Laine, Operations Manager for the Peninsula Road Safety Partnership said: “Infrared lighting enables officers to continue enforcing speeding vehicles in reduced light.

“This demonstration aims to show the public our increased capability and our...

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East Devon joins forces with South West Ambulance to fund new on-site defibrillators

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/04/2018 - 12:16pm

East Devon is delighted to announce that it has teamed up with the South West Ambulance Service and invested in four new on-site defibrillators that will be maintained by the council at its current headquarters at Knowle in Sidmouth, as well as at Exmouth Town Hall and Camperdown Terrace in Exmouth, and at Seaton Wetlands.

The council recognises the importance of first aid in its workplaces and centres, whether for its own staff, volunteers or visitors. First aid can save lives if applied promptly and, in particular, the use of an Automated external defibrillator (AED) in the...

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Devon and Cornwall Longwool Sheep

Rare Opportunity to Acquire a Ready Made Flock of Devon and Cornwall Longwool Sheep

What a wonderful opportunity will be available at Exeter Livestock Market on Friday 9th February.

A flock of 52 Devon and Cornwall Longwool in-lamb ewes and two rams will be being auctioned off. Jim and Marian Candy established their flock of Longwools in 2007, when they bought 9 pedigree ewes under the guidance of James Moon, who was one of the great Devon and Cornwall Longwool breeders of his generation.

The Devon and Cornwall Longwool sheep is a very traditional West Country sheep...

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Devon and Cornwall Venus Awards semi-finalists announced

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Posted: Sat, 02/03/2018 - 6:24am

Alexis Bowater, Regional Partner of the Devon and Cornwall Venus Awards 2018 was host to over 100 people at the Treasury in Plymouth, welcoming guests that included nominees and sponsors from all corners of the counties, and where the names of those progressing to the Semi-Finalist stage were announced.

The successful Semi-Finalists will be invited to the Finalists Announcement on 1st March 2018.

In its fifth consecutive year of the Venus Awards in Devon and with the new addition of Cornwall, the response remains consistently strong with over 1750 nominations and 500...

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New cycle and pedestrian bridge across the M5 opens

A new pedestrian and cycle bridge just north of Junction 29 of the M5 at Exeter opened for public use on Friday afternoon (February 2).

The 60-metre Tithebarn Lane bridge was first lifted into place in November. Since then contractors have been finishing work on the bridge and constructing and surfacing the cycle path approaching the bridge. The finishing touches to landscaping will be completed once the weather improves and the ground dries out. The bridge is a Devon County Council scheme and part of the development linking Cumberland Way and the Exeter Science Park. The southern...

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Next phase for on-schedule Stadium redevelopment

The £3.4 million stadium redevelopment at St James Park, the home of Exeter City FC, is entering the next phase in the programme of works. The Old Stagecoach stand, which dated back to 1927, has been demolished and a new stand is being built in its place, along with other improvements, including the ground’s away end. The most recent activity has been the piling operation, which saw 160 piles sunk to an average depth of 12 metres to provide the foundations for the new Grandstand. A spokesman for the club, said: ‘We are pleased to be able to report that the piling operation was completed on...

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