Award launched to celebrate projects protecting and improving National Parks

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/04/2018 - 8:57pm

Exmoor and Dartmoor projects contributing to our beautiful National Parks could receive a £2,000 boost in recognition of their work thanks to the Campaign for National Parks’ Park Protector Award.

The Award, sponsored by Ramblers Holidays Charitable Trust, celebrates the work being done to protect and improve National Parks across England and Wales with the winner receiving a £2,000 bursary and a runner up receiving £500 courtesy of Breedon Group.

Nominations are being invited until Tuesday 31 July. Nominated projects must be seeking to conserve or enhance the biodiversity...

Preferred contractor selected for Exeter Bus Station redevelopment

Exeter City Council has selected a preferred contractor for its project to create a state-of-the-art new leisure centre and new bus station in the city centre. Construction firm Kier will carry out the enabling works necessary ahead of the building programme to construct the new facilities. The main build contract for the leisure centre and bus station is expected to be signed later this year. Pete Edwards, leader of the city council, said: “We are delighted to announce today that Kier has been chosen as our preferred contractor.

“Kier has a strong record in completing major...

Play tennis for free in Exeter

It’s Wimbledon fortnight and Exeter City Council is encouraging people to dig out their tennis rackets and get down to one of the 13 free-to-use courts across the city.

They’re located at Heavitree Pleasure Ground, King George V Playing Fields and beside Matthews Hall in Topsham. Three courts at Cowick Barton Playing Fields are currently being re-surfaced and will be ready to use in the coming weeks.

Two years ago, Exeter became the most active city in the South West and now the city is striving to become the most active city in England. Only last November, Sport England...

Whisky Tasting Night

Event Date: 
07/11/2018 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club

Whisky Tasting Night Wednesday 7th November, 7pm - 9pm

A perfect Autumn evening.

Explore six whiskies from the Highlands to the Lowlands of Scotland and explore the intricacies of their flavours and aromas.

An informal and enjoyable evening with April Marks of Regency Wines.

Over 18s only. Ticket includes wine tasters only – so please dine before.

BUY TICKETS OR GET IN TOUCH Please provide names of anyone you purchase tickets for, or please state the names of other guests you would like to sit with.

Tickets £10 per person

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Wedding Fair Open Day

Event Date: 
14/10/2018 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club

Sunday 14th October, 11am - 3pm

Join us for our Wedding Fair Open Day on Sunday 14th October for inspirational ideas, creative culinary tastings and to explore our venue including our newly refurbished room, bar and terrace, The Mews.

EXCLUSIVE WEDDING OFFER A fabulous offer for wedding bookings made on the day will be announced soon.

FREE REGISTRATION Please complete the contact form to tell us how many tickets you would like and the names of you and your guest(s).

Fizz Tasting Night

Event Date: 
10/10/2018 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club

Wednesday 10th October, 7pm - 9pm

Love a bit of bubbly?

Join us to explore six different types of fizz from across the globe with wine connoisseur, April Marks of Regency Wines.

Over 18s only. Ticket includes wine tasters only – so please dine before.

BUY TICKETS OR GET IN TOUCH Please provide names of anyone you purchase tickets for, or please state the names of other guests you would like to sit with.

Tickets £12 per person

Over 30 acts booked for Lapstock

Authored by Proteus
Posted: Wed, 07/04/2018 - 11:35am

Music at the Mill will showcase local young talent

The 12th annual Lapstock Music Festival will feature over 30 acts on three stages over two days including an evening that will showcase some of the best young performers in Devon.

Located in mid-Devon at Lapford’s historic Mill on the River Yeo, the family oriented not-for-profit festival boasts both top-rate professional bands and performers as well as a range of activities for all to enjoy including drumming and didgeridoo workshops, children's storytelling, yoga, sculpture, jewellery making, a forest school and street...

Steak Night at Wear Park Restaurant

Event Date: 
24/08/2018 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club

Friday 24th August, bookings from 7.30pm

Enjoy a Devon steak and chips with a bottle of wine for two people for just £30.

Book now for this monthly event in Wear Park Restaurant, Exeter Golf and Country Club.

Other menu options also available. Early booking recommended.

https://www.exetergcc.co.uk/events/steak-night-august/

Steak Night – Monthly in Wear Park Restaurant

Event Date: 
27/07/2018 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club

Friday 27th July, bookings from 7.30pm

Enjoy a Devon steak and chips with a bottle of wine for two people for just £30.

Book now for this monthly event in Wear Park Restaurant, Exeter Golf and Country Club.

Other menu options also available. Early booking recommended

https://www.exetergcc.co.uk/events/steak-night-july/

Summer Soiree with Josie and The Dukes

Event Date: 
21/07/2018 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club

Grab some friends, dress to impress and join us for a big party with food and dancing.

Kick off the evening with a Pimms on arrival, followed by a three-course dinner and dancing to one of the South West’s best party bands, Josie and The Dukes. With a disco and a table magician too, you are guaranteed a lively and fun-filled summer’s evening.

MENU Salcombe Gin cured salmon, watercress, cucumber gel, horseradish cream

Pork tenderloin wrapped in prosciutto ham, dauphinoise potatoes, rainbow chard, confit carrot, cider jus

Strawberry panna cotta and cream...

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