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Handel’s rarely performed masterpiece Solomon comes to Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Philharmonic Choir’s Lord Mayor’s concert this spring is a not-to-be-missed musical event, and a first for EPC. On Saturday 14 March 2026 the choir and four soloists will sing Handel's majestic oratorio Solomon , a work not known to have been performed in Exeter Cathedral since its composition in 1748.

High drama, rich orchestration and some of Handel’s most exquisite choral writing combine in this rarely performed masterpiece, including the sparkling ‘Arrival of the Queen of Sheba’.

Exeter Philharmonic Choir is delighted to welcome Martha McLorinan as the wise...

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St Luke’s Students Plant 105 Trees to Boost Biodiversity

Students at St Luke’s Church of England School have been doing their bit for the environment this term by planting 105 new trees on the school grounds.

The trees were supplied by the Woodland Trust, and the school chose the charity’s Wild Harvest selection, which includes a mix of native species such as hazel, blackthorn, crab apple, elder, dog rose and rowan. These varieties were chosen to provide food and habitats for a wide range of wildlife as they mature.

The planting project was largely student-led, building on the ongoing work of the school’s Ecology Club. Last...

Christmas at the Movies Comes to Exeter Cathedral as London Concertante Releases New Album

London Concertante brings its enchanting Christmas Movies by Candlelight tour to Exeter Cathedral on 19 December 2025, transforming one of the South West’s most iconic landmarks into a festive, cinematic experience illuminated by candlelight.

Audiences will be treated to sweeping arrangements from some of the most beloved Christmas films of all time — including Home Alone, Love Actually, Elf, The Polar Express, White Christmas, A Christmas Carol, The Holiday, The Snowman, It’s a Wonderful Life and more.

Every arrangement has been crafted exclusively for London...

Dogs Trust delivers festive cheer to homelessness services across the South West

This Christmas, with increased demand for support, Dogs Trust is sending out gift parcels to homelessness services across the South West, bringing festive cheer to dog owners affected by homelessness.

Each year, through Together Through Homelessness , Dogs Trust aims to bring festive cheer to the dogs of people experiencing homelessness by delivering parcels filled with collars, leads, coats and treats to homelessness services across the UK, to share with owners and their four-legged companions.

This year, more than 2,400 parcels will be delivered to 305 homelessness...

Exeter Homelessness Charity Warns of Impending Rough Sleeping Crisis

AS the first sub-zero nights hit Exeter, local homelessness charity St Petrock’s have issued a clear warning that homelessness and rough sleeping in the city is likely to reach the highest levels ever this winter.

Two main factors have led to this impending crisis: the decision by Devon County Council to end its support for homeless prevention and support services, and excessive delays in Westminster announcing details of the Labour government’s strategy for tackling homelessness and rough sleeping, together with the associated funding that will be made available to local...

Alanis Morissette revealed as final headline star for TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham

Seven-time GRAMMY Award winning artist Alanis Morissette has today announced she will play one of just five UK headline shows for 2026 in the Devon countryside.

The show comes on the heels of Morissette’s most acclaimed UK shows ever this past summer, with a sold out night at the O2 Arena and a career-defining set at her first ever Glastonbury appearance.

The Canadian/American musician will head to TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham on Friday June 26 and she will be joined on the night by musical powerhouse Skunk Anansie. The announcement completes the headline line-up...

Devon & Cornwall Police launches Christmas safety campaign: Think Safe, Stay Festive

As the festive season approaches, Devon & Cornwall Police is launching its annual Christmas safety campaign aimed at helping residents enjoy a safe and crime-free festive period.

Running throughout December, the campaign will share practical advice and timely reminders on a wide range of safety topics – from fraud prevention and online security to personal safety, home security and road safety, so that everyone can celebrate Christmas safely.

Assistant Chief Constable Nikki Leaper said: “Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. Unfortunately, it’s also a...

Thousands of Devon adults are transforming their career prospects with free skills training

With unemployment levels in the UK at their highest since the Covid pandemic, according to recent figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the opportunity to receive free skills training and kickstart a new career has never been more important.

Many people are looking for more secure work, while employers across the region are facing acute skills shortages.

Train4Tomorrow , funded by the Government’s Skills For Life programme and delivered by Devon County Council, meets both needs. It offers * free, flexible Skills Bootcamps designed with employers to fill...

Olly Swayne of LED with Sally Basker from Exeter Science Park

New state-of-the-art gym to open at Exeter Science Park in partnership with LED

A major new gym is set to open at Exeter Science Park this winter, with The Engine offering high-quality fitness provision for Science Park businesses, residents and commuters.

The new facility is the result of a strategic partnership between Exeter Science Park and LED Community Leisure , bringing together the Park’s long-term vision for onsite gym facilities with LED’s extensive expertise in delivering accessible, community-focused fitness centres across the region.

Designed to meet the needs of a rapidly growing community, the new gym - which will be named The Engine -...

Tops Day Nurseries sponsors Exeter panto

Tops Day Nurseries is delighted to sponsor this year’s Cinderella pantomime by Exeter Little Theatre Company, bringing extra festive magic to families across the city. The classic rags-to-riches story follows Cinderella on her journey from the kitchen to the castle, helped along by her Fairy Godmother, a pair of sparkling glass slippers and plenty of pantomime magic as she races to make it to the ball before the clock strikes midnight.

As part of the partnership, Cinderella paid a special visit to Tops Day Nurseries Exeter, located in University of Exeter, where children had the...

Devon Air Ambulance brings warmth to patients with seasonal Comfort at Christmas appeal

As the festive season approaches, Devon Air Ambulance is calling on the community to support its Comfort at Christmas appeal, to help bring warmth, dignity and compassion to patients facing time-critical emergencies this winter.

Mark Hawley, Operations Manager and Pre-hospital Paramedic at Devon Air Ambulance, shares why comfort is an important part of the critical care that the crew brings to the scene of an incident:

‘When we arrive at the scene of an emergency, our priority is always to deliver critical care. But we also do everything we can to ease suffering. A...

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Handel’s rarely performed masterpiece Solomon comes to Exeter Cathedral

St Luke’s Students Plant 105 Trees to Boost Biodiversity

Christmas at the Movies Comes to Exeter Cathedral as London Concertante Releases New Album

Dogs Trust delivers festive cheer to homelessness services across the South West

Exeter Homelessness Charity Warns of Impending Rough Sleeping Crisis

Alanis Morissette revealed as final headline star for TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham

Devon & Cornwall Police launches Christmas safety campaign: Think Safe, Stay Festive

Thousands of Devon adults are transforming their career prospects with free skills training

New state-of-the-art gym to open at Exeter Science Park in partnership with LED

Tops Day Nurseries sponsors Exeter panto

Devon Air Ambulance brings warmth to patients with seasonal Comfort at Christmas appeal

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