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Skinner locks in as Chiefs’ number 10 with new contract

Exeter Chiefs fly-half Harvey Skinner has committed his future to wearing the number 10 as he signs a new two-year contract with the club.

The Chiefs centurion has been enjoying a stellar campaign since establishing a new half-back partnership with Italian international scrum-half Stephen Varney. The pair have helped to shepherd Chiefs to an EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final this weekend.

Skinner said: “I’m really happy to sign a new deal with the club, as I truly love playing here. I’m enjoying the connection we have among the group and the style of rugby we’re playing....

LIV Golf's huge impact on Luke Donald's Ryder Cup selections

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sun, 06/25/2023 - 9:12pm

LIV Golf has dominated golfing discourse for the past year and its biggest on-course impact will surely be felt when the Ryder Cup is staged at the end of September.

The recent announcement of a commercial merger between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has offered a strong indication of a unified approach towards the future of golf, at least off the course.

But whether such unity will be on show at the Marco Simone Golf Club in Italy will be fascinating to witness, especially given how many departures to LIV Golf have hit Europe’s...

Princesshay presents live screenings of Wimbledon alongside three family films

Princesshay is bringing Wimbledon to Exeter with live outdoor screenings of matches on a giant screen. The screen will be in Princesshay Square for the duration of the legendary two-week tournament (Monday 3rd July – Sunday 16th July 2023).

Tennis fans will be able sit and watch the prime court matches free of charge on picnic benches and deckchairs within Princesshay Green in the main square.

Princesshay will also host three family film specials, details of which will be announced in the coming weeks.

Throughout the three-week screenings, Lloyds Lounge will be...

Planning Your First Visit to Exeter Racecourse

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 06/19/2023 - 6:20am

Looking for something different to do during your trip to Exeter? Then think about visiting Exeter Racecourse, a highly rated horse racing venue. This race ground is notable for its relaxed approach; the atmosphere is a lot more casual than in other racecourses you’ll find around the country.

But that doesn’t mean that this isn’t a serious horse racing venue. It is. Interested in exploring what this venue has to offer? Follow the below tips to have a great first trip to Exeter Racecourse.

Planning Your Trip

There are seventeen race events held between October and...

Why You Need Insurance in Competitive Sports

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Fri, 06/16/2023 - 11:28am

Sports, with all their glory and excitement, have been an integral part of British culture for centuries. From the hallowed grounds of rugby pitches to the thunderous roar of football stadiums, the nation's love affair with competitive sports is undeniable. However, amidst the cheers and victories, it is essential to recognize the potential risks involved in these physically demanding activities. That is where insurance comes into play. In this article, we delve into the importance of insurance in competitive sports, with a particular focus on two iconic British games: rugby and football...

100 HOLES

3 intrepid golfers will play over 5 continuous rounds of golf this Friday (June 16th) in an attempt to play 100 holes at Teign Valley Golf Club.

This feat will see 3 of the club’s well-known figures – Pete Layland (mens captain), Nathan Davies (East Devon League captain) and Dan Hugo (incoming B Team captain) – playing more golf in one day than many keen golfers play in a month. They are starting at first light – approximately 4.30am and hope to be finished by around 8.30pm - roughly 16 hours. The 3 friends and team mates will be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK and Purple...

England ace Jack delivers tips to Saracens

England and British & Irish Lions star Jack Nowell made the dreams of young Exeter rugby players come true by making a special guest appearance at a training session – thanks to Selco.

After opening a new branch in the city last year, we arranged for Jack to offer tips and advice to two junior teams at Exeter Saracens.

The boys under 13s and girls under 14s were the two groups to benefit in a session held at the Saracens’ home ground of Exhibition Fields in Whipton.

Departing Exeter Chiefs winger Jack said: “It was a fantastic night and great to see so many...

Dom Bess misses out on England recall to replace injured Jack Leach

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 06/12/2023 - 3:09pm

Exeter-born Dom Bess has missed out on selection for the first two Test matches of the Ashes series between England and Australia. The 25-year-old former Somerset player was one of several names mentioned as a potential replacement for the injured Jack Leach.

But it has now been confirmed that Brendon McCullum and Bet Stokes have opted for Warwickshire’s all-rounder Moeen Ali, meaning Bess will have to sit out the first two matches, at the very least.

Leach injury has seen Australia made the betting favourite

The two nations were level pegging in the betting before the...

Local house builder Allison Homes gives back to the local community

Devon housing developer Allison Homes South West has announced its latest community initiatives as part of its ongoing support for Winkleigh.

Allison Homes South West has recently provided sponsorship to Winkleigh School, allowing them to buy brand new kit for the year 3 and 4 football team.

The children will be showing off their kit as they compete against other schools in the area in the coming months.

Last month, year 5 students were also welcomed into the High Moor View show home to attend a writing workshop. The trip was documented by Allison Homes' film crew,...

Working patterns cause footfall to double on tuesdays in towns in SW

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/31/2023 - 3:12pm

Place Informatics, the leading provider of footfall and location visitor behaviour data has seen a surprising new trend across the South West of England as changing working patterns are causing a surge in footfall activity on Tuesdays - with more than twice as many workers in town centres - an increase of 103% in March 2023, compared to the same time last year.

This data has highlighted how a huge shift in hybrid working patterns in the last 12 months is impacting town centre footfall with millions opting to work in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays rather than...

Gallagher announced as The Jockey Club’s first group community partner

The Jockey Club is delighted to announce a three-year partnership with global insurance broking and risk management firm Gallagher as it continues its drive to engage with younger and more diverse audiences.

This first ever group-wide community partnership will see The Jockey Club and Gallagher work together with the collective aim of opening up the sport to young people from a broad range of backgrounds, with a focus on creating “experience days” across many of The Jockey Club’s 15 racecourses nationwide, including Exeter, when they are not staging racedays.

It is hoped...

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