Tom Dennis, the new star of War Horse, visits War Horse Valley

Tom Dennis who is set to play the central character ‘Albert Narracott’ in the new 2017 UK tour of the War Horse play, visited War Horse Valley today.

War Horse Valley Country Farm Park is located in a beautiful hidden part of Devon near Hatherleigh in West Devon boasting stunning scenery of rolling hills and valleys with Dartmoor as its magnificent backdrop. The War Horse play is an adaption of Michael Morpurgo’s novel telling the story of a boy and his horse set against the backdrop of the First World War. Tom’s previous starring role was playing Christopher Boone in The Curious...

The Japanese food revolution comes to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 07/07/2017 - 4:00pm

Whether it’s a quick and tasty sushi treat, or an indulgent bowl of ramen noodles, Japanese food is currently one of the most fashionable cuisines in the world.

Not only is Japanese food packed with fascinating new flavours, but it’s also proven to have plenty of healthy properties . And what’s best is that Exeter is in the midst of a Japanese food revolution with innovative restaurants and fun delivery services all helping us get a taste of this captivating cuisine.

Food outlets like Tyepyedong on Sidwell Street exemplify the way that the relaxed dining experience doesn’t...

Double England call up for Exeter School cricketers

Well done to Exeter School alumnus Ben Green and Lower Sixth Former Tom Lammonby for their selection into the England U19 test and one-day squads this summer.

Both Exeter School players have been representing Exeter Cricket Club in the Premier Division as well as playing for Somerset.

Ben has been called up for two four-day matches against India, with Tom selected for a five-match Royal London One-Day Series. Tom has also been invited to play for an invitational XI versus India at Loughborough.

Tom said: "After the disappointment of wrestling with injury last year,...

Moving TV documentary features Devon homelessness service

Nightstop Devon – an emergency accommodation service working in Exeter, North Devon, East Devon, Mid-Devon and Teignbridge – will be featured in a national TV documentary this month.

Channel 4 is to broadcast Would You Take In A Stranger?, a powerful and moving 50-minute film, on the evening of Tuesday 11th July featuring a Devon volunteer host and a young homeless person. Paul has been using emergency accommodation Nightstop Devon – a project of Community Housing Aid – for years but will soon be too old to access the service.

Paul says: “Everything starts to get on top of...

Miranda Sykes Tours at Poltimore House Chapel

Event Date: 
16/09/2017 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Poltimore House Chapel, Exeter, EX4 0AU

Miranda Sykes, the acclaimed singer and bassist with ‘Show of Hands’ is returning to her roots. After a career spanning over 20 years, during which time she has played with many of the top musicians and singers within the folk world, she will be touring as she started out: One woman, one bass, and one guitar. BORROWED PLACES is her debut solo album and draws its inspiration primarily from the songs and landscape of her native Lincolnshire but seen through the eyes of someone who has lived away for many years. With her sensational voice, and accompanying herself, Miranda interprets the soul...

Exeter’s Real Food Company to take over Exeter Library Cafe

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 07/07/2017 - 12:06pm

Exeter’s Real Food Company will be taking over the running of the popular cafe at Exeter Library, as they expand their presence within the city. The bustling Exeter Library, which has around 2,000 visitors a day, will become home to the Real Food Cafe from Saturday 8th July, providing Library users and city centre shoppers with the company’s well-known variety of wholesome, fresh and ethically sourced food. To make way for the arrival of Real Food, a new kitchen area has been installed within the Library cafe to allow for a fresh food preparation area. The cafe will also provide catering...

Exeter gets moving for Children’s Hospice SW

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 07/07/2017 - 10:37am

Princesshay’s Bedford Square will burst into life on Saturday 15th July, from 11am to 3pm with a Dancing in the Streets event raising money for Children’s Hospice South West.

The brainchild of talented local choreographer Mandi Cox of Vibes Dance Company, Dancing in the Streets encourages people to take to the square and strut their stuff for an incredible cause.

The headline workshop is Exeter’s very own Swagga Fit, a whole new genre of fitness class created by Mandi herself. Swagga takes inspiration from music videos, mimicking iconic dances and moves with fitness in mind...

Jehovah's Witness Convention - Exeter

Authored by andycperry
Posted: Fri, 07/07/2017 - 9:21am

An expected audience of around 3,000 Jehovah’s Witnesses and members of the public are beginning to arrive at the Westpoint Arena for their three day annual Exeter Convention.

This year’s Convention theme is “Don’t Give Up!”

“Challenges in life can rob us of peace and even cause some to think about giving up,” states David A. Semonian, spokesman for Jehovah’s Witnesses at their world headquarters in Warwick, New York. “Our convention this year will benefit both Witnesses and non-Witnesses because it promises to empower individuals not only to keep enduring but also to cope...

Old Mill staff ride 200 miles in memory of colleague

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 07/07/2017 - 8:03am

Staff from Old Mill will ride 207 miles this summer in memory of Exeter employee Nick Baker, who sadly lost a short and sudden battle with cancer in August last year.

Starting on Saturday 8th July, 16 of Nick’s colleagues will begin a four day challenge which will see them ride from St Malo in France back to the Old Mill offices in Yeovil.

Day one will be a 44 mile ride from St Malo to Saint Michel and on day two, the riders will travel 66 miles to Lessay. On day three, they will ride 46 miles to Cherbourg where they will board the ferry back to Poole before completing the...

Directors enjoy Three Peaks Challenge success

Four directors from South West Communications Group have scaled the UK’s highest three peaks to raise money for the Prince’s Trust. swcomms ’ managing director Brian Lodge and fellow board members Jon Whiley, John Holdstock and Sean Doyle climbed Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in 23 hours and 20 minutes to beat the required Three Peaks Challenge 24-hour deadline. T hey also achieved this 29-mile, 3,064-metre feat on one of the hottest days of the year. Brian said: “It was an experience I’ll never forget. I was very proud of the total commitment shown from a great team who despite some...

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