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Exeter Students Take Anti-Bullying Message to National Stage

Students from West Exe School have represented their community at a national anti-bullying conference in London.

Ayeisha, William and Willow, Senior Anti-Bullying Ambassadors at the school, travelled to the capital with staff to take part in the first Young Anti-Bullying Alliance (ABA) meeting for the 2026 England and Wales cohort.

The conference brought together young people from across the country to share ideas, develop strategies, and strengthen efforts to tackle bullying in schools.

The day also included open discussions about the impact of social media and...

Exeter development celebrates success as all homes sold

Authored by KieraeadyPR
Posted: Mon, 03/30/2026 - 2:18pm

A local housebuilder has sold the last of 187 homes at its popular Exeter development.

Barratt Homes’ Victoria Heights, on Loveridge Drive in Alphington, launched in 2021 and has seen a thriving community built over the past few years – helping many first-time buyers get onto the property ladder in the region.

Situated on the edge of Exeter, the final homes have now sold, with the last residents starting their new chapter in the charming development.

As part of its development, the housebuilder invested £1,357,485 into supporting improvements to local transport,...

Exeter Brick Festival returns

After the HUGE success of last year, the Exeter Brick Festival returns on 26 th April, and it's gearing up to be the biggest brick-tastic celebration for LEGO fans!

Immerse yourself in a world of creativity and fun as families, collectors, adult builders, and every LEGO-fanatic imaginable come together for a day of brick-filled bliss!

Wondering what's on at a Brick Festival event? Hold onto your bricks, as Exeter Brick Festival is unleashing a whirlwind of excitement! With new LEGO activities that include lightning-fast speed building competitions to super creative...

Jest For Men: A 6-week stand-up comedy course for aspiring funnymen

A stand-up comedy course designed to help men find their voice, build confidence, and perform their own material live on stage is coming to Exeter this spring.

Led by award-winning comedian and comedy educator Angie Belcher, the course offers aspiring comedians the chance to develop their own comedic style, learn the tools of stand-up, and write a short routine in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Jest For Men, hosted by Alright Mate? CIC, will take place at The Bootlegger, Exeter, across six Saturday sessions from 18th April to 23rd May, culminating in a live...

First look: Tenpin Exeter Transformation Revealed

Tenpin Exeter, on Havenbanks Retail Park, is delighted to unveil its new look today (27th March).

The transformation marks a major step forward for the site, introducing a wider range of activities designed to cater to a much broader audience, promising an action packed day out for the whole family.

The revamped venue brings together a wide range of new and upgraded attractions, including 26 state-of-the-art bowling lanes, private karaoke rooms, and an immersive laser tag arena.

Guests can also enjoy interactive darts, brand new escape rooms, and a dedicated...

Exeter led international collaboration given £4.5 million to tackle deadly fungal disease

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 03/26/2026 - 9:53pm

An international collaboration led by the University of Exeter has been awarded £4.5 million to help improve understanding of fungal diseases that kill 2.5 million people each year.

The funding, from Wellcome, will enable researchers to develop bioimaging tools to visualise the fundamental biology of microscopic fungal pathogens, and to provide training for researchers at the forefront of these diseases.

The team brings together experts from the University of Exeter, the University of Edinburgh, and the University of Cape Town. They are all part of the Mycology...

Cake Box arrives in Exeter

Cake Box is set to open its new Exeter store on Saturday 28th March, bringing free treats, samples, and family fun to Guildhall Shopping Centre to mark the launch.

The opening day celebrations will include giveaways throughout the day, with the first 100 customers receiving free cake slices and 100 free cupcakes available for children, alongside product samples and face painting.

Located in Guildhall Shopping Centre, the new store will offer Exeter shoppers a wide range of freshly made, egg-free celebration cakes and sweet treats, perfect for birthdays, special occasions...

Devon County Show 2026 Unveils Exciting New Breed Competitions

The Devon County Show is set to expand its livestock offering in 2026 with a series of new competitions designed to champion breed excellence, nurture young handlers, and bring a light-hearted theme to the show rings.

The additions reflect the Show’s commitment to supporting British livestock, encouraging the next generation, and celebrating the character and creativity of the farming community.

New Classes for 2026

Bleu du Maine Sheep Classes

Known for their distinctive blue‑tinged faces and exceptional maternal qualities, Bleu du Maine sheep will have...

MP Meets Exeter Teams Expanding Cataract Care

MP for Exmouth and Exeter East visited SpaMedica Exeter to discuss how independent sector capacity is supporting NHS ophthalmology services across the country.

SpaMedica is one of the UK’s largest independent providers of NHS-funded ophthalmology care, specialising in cataract surgery and YAG laser capsulotomy.

Our efficient model integrates advanced technology and clinical expertise to deliver high-quality outcomes and best in class patient satisfaction, whilst also playing a vital role in advancing the Government’s mission to cut waiting times and improve access to...

Win an Electric MINI in Vertu Giveaway

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/25/2026 - 11:37am

Vertu is giving away an all-electric MINI Cooper S – and the competition is completely free to enter.

This latest Vertu Car Giveaway is the fourth to take place, with three lucky people having already secured a brand new set of wheels from the fourth largest automotive retailer in the UK. Lisa West from Durham won a 22-plate Hyundai Tucson back in October before Gary Williams from Cardiff collected the keys to a 22-plate Volkswagen Golf R Line.

The third winner will soon take collection of their prize, having won a new car up to the value of £35,000.

The chosen...

New Community Safety Charter developed by partners in Exeter

A new Community Safety Charter highlighting the steps being taken to ensure Exeter remains safe and welcoming has been developed by key partners in the city.

Partners want to reassure businesses and residents everything is being done to make people feel safe in the city centre.

The Community Safety Charter unites partners in a shared commitment to ensure Exeter remains a safe, inclusive, and welcoming place for everyone, regardless of background or circumstance.

The Charter has been developed by partners including Exeter City Council, Devon and Cornwall Police,...

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