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Double Trouble in Chelsea - family friendly

There's a version of this industry that nobody talks about honestly. Not the tabloid version, not the cautionary tale. The reality is quieter, more considered, and - when it's done properly - very elegant.

Chelsea knows this. It has always known it.

The Room Reads You Before You Sit Down

Walk into the Ivy Chelsea Garden on a Friday evening, and you'll notice right away that the room is performing. Everyone in it has decided how they want to be perceived. The lighting is low enough to flatter, and the booths are wide enough for four people. The clientele has collectively...

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Overbeck to host exhibition in memory of its WW1 role

Overbeck's near Salcombe will be holding an exhibition from 1 June to 2 November to mark the role it played in World War One.

The National Trust attraction, which is home to inventor and scientist Otto Overbeck, offers amaing views of Salcombe.

Malcolm, a volunteer guide at Overbeck’s, said: "We are proud to commemorate the brave servicemen who fought in the war and are delighted with the increased popularity of our museum tours since the BBC started a new series The Crimson Field about the role played by Voluntary Aid Detachment (VAD) nurses."

Overbeck’s was a...

Sizzling Success for FORCE fundraiser

On 3 April, over 50 people from the local business community joined Exeter-based FORCE cancer charity and corporate sponsor, Gilbert Stephens LLP, for a ‘Great Devon Breakfast’ at St Olaves Hotel in Exeter.

The event raised £385 for the charity, which has been raising vital funds to support its outreach programme, offering essential support to cancer patients around Devon.

Naomi Cole, Fundraising Manager for FORCE, comments: “We were delighted to see so many people from the local business community come out on such a rainy day to support the event and people were not only...

'Bird-ringing’ demonstration to be held at The Donkey Sanctuary

Now that spring has sprung The Donkey Sanctuary is offering bird-lovers a very special breakfast ‘bird ringing’ demonstration to show how birds are tagged so that they can be identified and tracked and so that we can learn more about their fascinating habits.

Participants can enjoy an introductory talk followed by the chance to watch licensed ringers catch, tag and record some woodland birds. Maybe even a beautiful woodpecker, like the one pictured. There may be the opportunity to release the birds.

James Chubb, The Donkey Sanctuary’s wildlife expert, said:

“There’s...

Anthos Arts to perform new show

Anthos Arts, a collaborative of theatre professionals who work with 20 14-16 year olds from various areas of Devon and backgrounds, are to perform their new show ‘Wings in the Way’ in May.

Wings in the Way is a fast moving, funny, thought provoking and emotional performance, which asks audiences to think about our place within local and global communities.

The cast will explore the difficulties faced, through physical theatre, when community is no longer a fixed state.

Wings in the Way is to be performed in various Devon locations throughout May. The dates are as...

Hatfuls of prizes at Exeter’s ladies’ night

Ladies’ Night at Exeter Racecourse, in association with Exeter Living, is when the glitz and glamour of racing descends on Haldon Hill. With fabulous prizes to be won for the best dressed ladies and gentleman it’s a date not to be missed.

Those who want to make the occasion an extra special night can chose to enjoy a luxury racecourse picnic for £49 per person or £450 per table of ten, and then indulge in some free experiences with Amanda Marsden Aveda Lifestyle Salon in Exeter.

There is also 25 per cent off all tickets purchased prior to midnight on Friday 2nd May and...

The Real Food Store invites locals to help celebrate their birthday

Exeter’s dedicated local food shop is celebrating its third birthday and plans to record this occasion by creating a wall of photographs of people with their favourite food or drink item. The Real Food Store, Paris Street, Exeter has over 300 shareholders plus hundreds of regular customers and staff who have already started taking pictures.

Store manager Natalie Ohlson said:

“This isn’t just an ordinary shop selling local food, we’re all about people, both our regular customers and the producers who supply us. The link between those who live or work in town and those who...

Casitas return to Devon for homecoming gig

Devon’s own success story ‘Casitas’ are back in Devon for a homecoming gig on Friday 18th April at the Tobacco Factory in Exeter.

Casitas, consisting of Barney, James, Ed, Felix and Jack, are returning to Devon after uprooting to London to further their music career.

Originally from Exeter, they will perform at the Tobacco Factory in the city on Friday 18th April at 7pm.

As well as their Exeter performance the group, who were recently featured on Dermot O’Leary’s Radio Two show, are also set to perform a live session for BBC Introducing in Devon on Saturday 19th...

Renowned fiddle players to perform in Exeter

Some of the most legendary names in folk will be joining forces for Feast of Fiddles landmark 21st birthday tour, with a performance even lined up on Wednesday 9th April at Exeter's Corn Exchange.

The celebrated 11-piece collective founded and led by accordionist/frontman Hugh Crabtree are marking their milestone 21st year with a 14-date tour between April 7-20. Hugh said:

“What started as a somewhat daft idea for a folk club night has grown into a folk-rock institution with six CDs to its name, several key festival appearances and sell-out shows the length and breadth of...

X Factor star Shelley Smith to perform at Mama Stones

Shelley Smith is back in Exeter doing what she does best on Friday 11th April when she will perform at Mama Stones.

Shelley has proved she is more than just a flash in the pan since her stint on last year’s X Factor.

She’s appeared on TV shows, performed in and out of the UK and even bagged herself a two week trip to Florida. Shelley said:

“Anybody that says The X Factor doesn’t change your life is lying because it literally flipped my life upside down! It has been incredible, I think it is one of the biggest platforms you could ever have being on one of the biggest...

Dean Clarke House Show Apartment Launch

More than 130 guests gathered in the Club Room of Dean Clarke House, on Southernhay East, to celebrate the launch of the Show Apartment – the first to be completed as part of the £8 million refurbishment of one of Exeter’s most iconic buildings by Burrington Estates and Staunch.

As well as enjoying Champagne and canapés to the sounds of harpist Siona Stockel, guests were taken on escorted tours of the apartment, which was styled by Cornish Interiors and Individual Interior Solutions to showcase the Georgian building’s impressive architecture and generous proportions. To arrange a...

Social Diary

Double Trouble in Chelsea - family friendly

Overbeck to host exhibition in memory of its WW1 role

Sizzling Success for FORCE fundraiser

'Bird-ringing’ demonstration to be held at The Donkey Sanctuary

Anthos Arts to perform new show

Hatfuls of prizes at Exeter’s ladies’ night

The Real Food Store invites locals to help celebrate their birthday

Casitas return to Devon for homecoming gig

Renowned fiddle players to perform in Exeter

X Factor star Shelley Smith to perform at Mama Stones

Dean Clarke House Show Apartment Launch

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