Devon crowds will have the chance to see 11 of the UCI’s (Union Cycliste Internationale) top level WorldTour teams race compete in the Tour of Britain this September.
The final list of 20 teams for the OVO Energy Tour of Britain has now been confirmed and it includes the four British UCI Continental teams that have qualified for the UK’s most prestigious cycle race. Stage 2 of the race will take place on Monday September 3. It is hosted by Devon County Council, supported by East Devon District Council and North Devon Council and working with Cranbrook Town Council and Barnstaple...
]Sandy Park are pleased to launch new immersive 3D tours of their award-winning spaces.
Created by Helmores Estate Agents, the tours show a virtual 3D view of the rooms set-up for a variety of different events, as well as links to static photographs showing alternative layouts for each room. In addition, users can view the layout of each floor using the 'dolls house view' - particularly useful for event organisers who may not be able to visit the venue.
Events Sales Manager Bev Gratton said: “We hope these immersive 3D tours will make it easier for event organisers to view...
Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience one of Germany's finest Ensembles Chamber Philharmonia Cologne performing on Monday 20th August 2018 at 7.30 pm in St. David’s Church in Exeter
Classics from Germany
A diverse program ranging from Antonio Vivaldis "La Tempesta di Mare" to W.A. Mozart, Peter Tchaikovsky and Niccolo Paganini Bookings: Exeter Visitor Information and Tickets, Dix’s Field, EX1 1GF Exeter / Devon, Tel. 01392 / 665700 Adults: £ 16.-, Seniors / Pensioners: £ 14.-, Students / Children: £ 12.
A packed programme of events to encourage children to pack books along with snacks and sunscreen for all their summer activities has been launched across Devon and Torbay. The Summer Reading Challenge 2018 has officially started across the 54 libraries in Devon and Torbay with well over 600 participants signed up on the first day. It’s hoped that this year’s Challenge, which has the theme of ‘Mischief Makers’ and is inspired by the historic Beano comic which celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, will once again involve thousands of children from across the county. Libraries Unlimited...
Five Exmoor ponies are spending the summer and autumn grazing heathland at Trinity Hill near Axminster to bring new life to this area through conservation grazing. The ponies are on loan from the RSPB in Aylesbeare, who look after the animals during the winter.
East Devon Conservation Volunteers worked with East Devon District Council Countryside ranger, Nathan Robinson to prepare the site for the ponies. They have created fenced compartments, which will be grazed in rotation. The ponies will be checked daily throughout their time at the reserve to ensure they are healthy and have...
If you have never travelled overseas, you might not know where to start when planning a trip. As a result, you might book a break at the wrong time, or you might fail to pack the right items. However, do not despair, as a little bit of research could ensure you have a hassle-free, enjoyable holiday you’ll remember for all the right reasons. Read on for some top tips on how to plan your first holiday abroad.
Apply for a Passport
As you have never travelled overseas before, you probably haven’t got a passport. Don’t make the mistake of leaving it until the last minute to...
Pupils, staff and teachers at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Newton Abbot received the Sustrans Bronze School Mark award at a special celebration event last week (Thursday 12 July).
The prestigious award is given to schools that have worked hard to bring about organisational, cultural and behavioural changes which help the school community choose to travel in more active and sustainable ways.
As part of the Devon Active Travel to Schools project which is delivered by Sustrans and funded by Devon County Council through the Access Fund, Sustrans has been working with...
Exeter-based Lightfoot, the award-winning connected car technology that rewards better drivers, has announced a new partnership with specialist fruit juice and premium juice drink manufacturer Frobishers.
As part of this partnership, Frobishers will sponsor their own Lightfoot league in which Elite Drivers (those who achieve Lightfoot's gold standard for efficient driving) can compete for prizes. By following Lightfoot's in car audio and visual guidance, Elite Drivers not only cut their fuel bills and carbon footprint but are rewarded for smoother driving through a host of rewards...
Powderham Food Festival has revealed the line-up of high profile chefs who will be featuring at this year's Festival on 6th and 7th October 2018.
Michelin starred John Burton-Race and Peter Gorton will be making their debut appearance at the exciting autumnal foodie event alongside broadcaster Judi Spiers, who will be hosting the chefs' theatre across the weekend.
Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Powderham Castle, master chefs John Burton-Race and Peter Gorton will be joined at the two day celebration of South West food and drink by acclaimed patisserie chef Colin...
With football fever having gripped the country over the past month, the Exeter branch of RGB Building Supplies recently gave customers and staff the chance to score a penalty against the company’s mascot Archie Bee, helping to raise £389.73 for Children’s Hospice South West.
Penalty takers made a £1 donation to take their shot and all those that beat Archie Bee were entered into a prize draw to win a Sharp 49” LED TV.
Paul West, Branch Manager at RGB Exeter, commented:
“The penalty shoot-out was great fun and, although Archie Bee’s performance wasn’t quite up to the...
