We are fortunate to have many stunning outdoor places in the county to enjoy.
If you would like an opportunity to get involved in discussing and advising on recreational opportunities and access why not apply to be a member of the Devon Countryside Access Forum?
Local access forums are statutory bodies, set up under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000, to give independent advice on how to enhance and improve public access to the countryside and green space for open air recreation and enjoyment.
Each Forum has to include a wide and balanced spectrum of...
Saturday 27th January saw the performance of a new work, SHOAH, by composer Philip Arkwright, Master of Music at Buckfast Abbey at Exeter’s Mint Methodist Church as part of the commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau on that date in 1945.
This day is commemorated annually by communities across Britain. The name of the piece is from a Hebrew word, Sho’ah, meaning catastrophe or devastation, initially used to describe the genocide that took place. By the end of the Second World War the Nazis and their collaborators had murdered...
The Donkey Sanctuary will be running its Best Friends Forever Trail over the February half term (Saturday 10 - Sunday 18 February) and showcasing its new visitor attractions.
Through a range of interactive exhibits, visitors will discover how The Donkey Sanctuary works to improve the welfare of donkeys and mules around the world and the communities that rely on them. Visitors can take a trip back in time and explore the history of donkeys and the origins of The Donkey Sanctuary itself. Learn fascinating donkey facts, see what goes on behind the scenes at the donkey hospital and...
Devon and Cornwall Police have recently introduced Infrared ‘low Light’ camera technology within Plymouth and have now expanded their innovative equipment across the Force area.
The use of such use technology intends to reduce the amount of fatal and serious road traffic collisions on Devon and Cornwall roads.
Marcus Laine, Operations Manager for the Peninsula Road Safety Partnership said: “Infrared lighting enables officers to continue enforcing speeding vehicles in reduced light.
“This demonstration aims to show the public our increased capability and our...
Aspirational engineers from Exeter School are celebrating winning three prizes at the South West Regional Finals of the F1 in Schools Competition with one team making it into the National Final at Silverstone.
Exeter School entered three teams into the regional heat held at South Devon University Technical College.
The F1 in Schools aerodynamic competition challenges pupils to CAD design and make a CO2 powered vehicle using CNC milling and 3D printing. The racing car must adhere to strict regulations and complete the 20-metre course as fast as possible.
East Devon is delighted to announce that it has teamed up with the South West Ambulance Service and invested in four new on-site defibrillators that will be maintained by the council at its current headquarters at Knowle in Sidmouth, as well as at Exmouth Town Hall and Camperdown Terrace in Exmouth, and at Seaton Wetlands.
The council recognises the importance of first aid in its workplaces and centres, whether for its own staff, volunteers or visitors. First aid can save lives if applied promptly and, in particular, the use of an Automated external defibrillator (AED) in the...
Thomas Waldrom has today confirmed he is to leave the Exeter Chiefs at the end of the current 2017/18 season.
The free-scoring No.8, who has scored 50 tries in 91 appearances for the club to date, says the time has now come for him to return home to his native New Zealand with his family.
His departure after four seasons with the Chiefs will undoubtedly be felt by everyone at Sandy Park, particularly given his outstanding form since arriving from Aviva Premiership rivals Leicester Tigers in 2014, but he insists he still has plenty to play for between now and the end of the...
Passionate volunteers in Exeter are being asked to come forward to help form a new fundraising group to support Alzheimer’s Research UK.
The UK’s leading dementia research charity is looking for people with a range of skills to help set up the group, which aims to raise vital funds and awareness across the region.
Members can get involved in a variety of ways, from getting stuck into fundraising challenges that raise money for pioneering research, to representing Alzheimer’s Research UK at events and spreading the word about the charity within their local communities....
A week ago it appeared Exeter's Anglo-Welsh dream was hanging by a thread following their defeat at Worcester. Tonight, it's alive and kicking as the Chiefs booked themselves a home semi-final against Newcastle Falcons with this seven-try victory over visiting Saracens.
Having surrendered top spot to Harlequins heading into the final round of pool games, the odds were seemingly staked against Devon's finest with the Londoners needing to collect just a solitary point from their own trip to Northampton Saints on Friday night to ensure they would be the side to advance from Pool 2....
Exeter City slipped to a narrow defeat away from home to league leaders Luton Town in Sky Bet League Two.
The Grecians, who spent much of the match without the ball against a strong Luton team, defended well for much of the game but weren't able to hold out.
Harry Cornick's shot in the first half took a wicked deflection off the impressive Jordan Storey and ended up in the back of the net as the Hatters claimed the win.
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With a quick turnaround from Wednesday night’s win over Forest Green...
