The Twelve Days of Christmas

Event Date: 
02/12/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Cygnet Theatre, Exeter

2 December 7.30pm Tickets: £ 11

Distraction Theatre Company The Twelve Days of Christmas 10th Anniversary Tour

Mr Edward Fitzwilliam is in love with Miss Fairfax, but since she is a ‘most charming and dear creature; no ordinary wooing will do.’ But what to get a lady of such extraordinary charm and beauty? Luckily for Mr Edward, the local townsfolk have plenty of suggestions (and plenty of things they’re trying to sell).

https://cygnettheatre.co.uk

The Three Musketeers

Event Date: 
18/11/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Cygnet Theatre, Exeter

Baroque Theatre Company Written & Directed by Ivan Wilkinson

Adapted from the Alexandre Dumas Novel Produced by Claire Bibby

Baroque Theatre Company is proud to present this classic family adventure adapted from Alexandre Dumas’ ‘The Three Musketeers!’

Cry ‘All for one and one for all,’ this winter as we join D’Artagnan and his friends Porthos, Athos and Aramis, in their quest against the scheming Cardinal Richelieu. A rip roaring, fast paced, swashbuckling show ideal for families (ages 5+). Inventive stagecraft, witty dialogue and with colourful characters from...

Blackberries & Bandages

Event Date: 
17/11/2017 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Cygnet Theatre, Exeter

17 November 8.00pm Tickets £10

Wren Music presents Blackberries & Bandages Songs that tell the story of Devon’s Home Front in WW1 Featuring singers and players from Wren Music’s Voices in Common Choirs & Rough Music

https://cygnettheatre.co.uk

6 Interior Trends to Look Out for in 2018

Every year brings in new fashions and trends for us to encompass and bring into our lifestyles. Some are fleeting, but others can last a lifetime and be the inspiration you never knew you needed – especially when it comes to decorating your tired-looking home. Therefore, with a new year in sight, it’s be exciting to see which styles will influence our homes. Here are the six interior trends you need to look out for in 2018.

New Colour Palettes

Pantone forecasts the latest colour trends, and for spring 2018, they foreshadow an increased popularity in fun and dramatic...

South Devon primary children celebrate World Space Week

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 10/13/2017 - 12:17pm

Children from two South Devon primary schools celebrated World Space Week by designing and building space vehicles at a special day organised by South Devon University Technical College.

More than 20 Year Six pupils from Decoy Community Primary School and Landscove C of E Primary School were invited to a day packed full of fun activities as South Devon UTC hosted the hands-on day to promote science and engineering.

Pupils learnt exactly what engineering was and what type of engineer they might consider being in the future. Children took part in activities including a...

Chiefs side to face Glasgow Warriors

Authored by Mark Stevens
Posted: Fri, 10/13/2017 - 12:10pm

Rob Baxter insists the only target he has given his players ahead of their European Champions Cup campaign is to deliver “six Exeter Chiefs-type performances”.

A simple message of sorts, but one the Chiefs’ Director of Rugby is keen to see implemented, particularly as Exeter have too often been found guilty of sluggish starts against Europe’s elite clubs.

Tomorrow night, the reigning Aviva Premiership champions have the chance to kick-off the new season in style, playing host to rivals Glasgow Warriors at Sandy Park (7:45pm).

In what should be a mouth-watering...

Devon Delivers Ambassadors highlight business success

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/13/2017 - 11:10am

Devon businesses gathered at a special event at Powderham Castle this week to show their support for the Devon Delivers Ambassadors’ programme.

The initiative is run by Devon County Council to promote Devon as a location where businesses thrive, and to encourage others to relocate to the county. Over 40 local businesses have signed up as Ambassadors and support the scheme by highlighting the benefits of living and working in Devon. The event was an opportunity for local businesses to network and to hear some of the achievements of the Ambassadors. The Countess of Devon provided a...

Some Enchanted Evening

Authored by elfcharity
Posted: Fri, 10/13/2017 - 10:56am

180 guests joined Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF) for their Enchanted Ball at Exeter Castle. The event was sponsored by Equinix and Brewin Dolphin and hosted by celebrity gardener Toby Buckland.

Over £25,000 was raised at the event. This could pay for ELF’s counsellor for a whole year meaning that 300 families can get the advice and support they need during some of the most difficult times of their lives.

Guests enjoyed a 3 course meal and a silent auction with prizes including a guitar signed by MUSE, a holiday in Cornwall and a box at the 02, before dancing the night away to...

Mind Body Soul ...Inspire!

Event Date: 
21/10/2017 - 10:00am to 22/10/2017 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Racecourse - EX6 7XS

Mind Body Soul...Inspire! An alternative healing weekend, featuring the very best of the South West ...Healers, Readers, Retails, Therapies and Workshops!

A very special CHARITY EVENT being held in aid of South West Equine Protection,

to be held at Exeter Racecourse, Kennford EX6 7XS. Saturday 21st October 2017 (10am - 5pm) Sunday 22nd October 2017 (10 am - 5pm)

For more details of how to be part of it, please contact: mindbodysoulinspire@gmail.com

Exeter Race Course, Kennford, Exeter EX6 7XS

Double success for Exeter start-ups

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/13/2017 - 9:55am

Exeter businesses are celebrating double success in the National Santander Entrepreneurship Awards, after local businesses Bird Sunglasses and sustainable clothing company Sancho's Dress beat over 2000 entries to each come 2nd in the pre and post revenue categories respectively. The awards, which are one of the UK’s largest student and graduate business competitions, support and encourage university students and recent graduates to pursue their business ideas by rewarding the best with cash prizes, mentoring and start-up support. Since the awards were launched, Santander Universities has...

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