Chiefs side to face Northampton Saints

Rob Baxter says it’s vital his Exeter Chiefs grasp every opportunity afforded to them as they look to maintain their momentum in this season’s Aviva Premiership. Having clocked up a 13-match unbeaten streak that stretches back to the end of October, the Chiefs – along with Wasps and Saracens – have already booked their place in next month’s end of season play-offs. With that objective already safely secured in the bag, however, next on the list for Baxter and his players is to ensure home advantage in the last four – and that means finishing the scheduled season with a flourish. First up...

Early Bird Deadline Looms for Sounds of the Summer

Music lovers have just days left to save money on tickets for this year’s must-see concert at Newton Abbot Racecourse before the Early Bird booking offer closes on Sunday 30 April.

Taking place on Sunday 16 July, Sounds of the Summer will see some of the UK’s best-loved artists grace the stage.

Fans who purchase their tickets prior to Sunday 30 April can join the scores of music lovers who have already taken advantage of the Early Bird offer to save on their ticket price.

Earlier this year Newton Abbot Racecourse announced that its third summer concert would be...

Wild bee family fun day!

Event Date: 
03/08/2017 - 11:00am to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Cricklepit Mill, Commercial Rd, Exeter, EX2 4AB

In celebration of The Wildlife Trusts ‘Wild About Gardens’ campaign, Devon Wildlife Trust will be hosting a wild bee family fun day!

Join us in the Cricklepit garden for a range of exciting activities, crafts and fun as part of the Wild About Gardens campaign - bee creative in the garden! £3 per child

For more information visit http://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/events/2017/03/07/wild-bee-family-fun-...

Contact: Devon Wildlife Trust contactus@devonwildlifetrust.org or call 01392 279244

Cricklepit Garden Open Day

Event Date: 
25/06/2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Venue: 
Cricklepit Mill, Commercial Rd, Exeter, EX2 4AB

Join Devon Wildlife Trust and discover the wonderful wildlife at the charities headquarters, Cricklepit Mill. Often described as an ‘urban oasis’ in the heart of the city, DWT want to invite the public to explore their RHS award-winning wildlife garden.

DWT’s garden group volunteers will be on hand to offer garden tours and give helpful advice on how to turn your garden into a wildlife haven. Children can enjoy nature trails, bug hunting and wild crafts in the garden. DWT will also be selling wildlife friendly plants for you to take home and add to your garden. Refreshments will...

30 Days Wild family fun day at Ludwell

Event Date: 
18/06/2017 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Venue: 
Ludwell Valley Park, Exeter, EX2 6DQ

Join Devon Wildlife Trust on Father’s Day and day 18 of the 30 Days Wild campaign at Ludwell Valley Park. Families can go wild with wildlife trails, crafts, activities and games. You can also join the charity for a big picnic and wildlife and solstice story telling.

This June, it’s all about nature - for everybody, everywhere, every day with Devon Wildlife Trust’s annual 30 Days Wild challenge. People in Devon are being encouraged to enjoy the nature on their doorstep and spend a few minutes or a few hours each day enjoying nature for 30 days.

For more information visit...

30 Days Wild family fun day at Mincinglake

Event Date: 
01/06/2017 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Venue: 
Mincinglake Valley Park, Exeter, EX4 7DT

This June, it’s all about nature - for everybody, everywhere, every day with Devon Wildlife Trust’s annual 30 Days Wild challenge.

People in Devon are being encouraged to enjoy the nature on their doorstep and spend a few minutes or a few hours each day enjoying nature for 30 days.

Kick start 30 Days Wild with Devon Wildlife Trust at Mincinglake Valley park.

Join DWT for a variety of fun activities, crafts and walks to help you explore one of Exeter’s parks and get you started for your 30 days wild. DWT will be giving away 30 Days Wild packs for the 1st 100 to sign...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 04/28/2017 - 10:42am

Your guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this bank holiday weekend (28 April – 1 May).

THEATRE

Richard Herring – The Best Friday, Exeter Northcott Theatre Richard Herring, King of the Edinburgh Fringe, Metro columnist and the UK’s Podfather (RHLSTP, AIOTM) picks his favourite routines from his 12 one-man shows and crams them into 90 minutes for your delectation. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk

The Castle Builder Friday & Saturday, Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter The Castle Builder is an emotional and hard rocking journey into the hearts and souls that exist on the...

Enjoy mid-week racing at Newton Abbot Racecourse

Event Date: 
10/05/2017 - 12:00pm
Venue: 
Newton Abbot Racecourse

Break up your week with a midweek day at the races. Join us for our first of two May fixtures on Wednesday 10 May.

Gates open at 12.05 ahead of the first race at 14.05.

The final race of the day will take place at 17.15.

Tickets are available online now priced at £19 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure.

Tickets are available online until 17.00 on Tuesday 9 May and will also be available at the gates on the day.

Children aged 16 and under, plus students with valid photographic ID go FREE.

Be sure to pay a visit to our...

122nd Devon County Show launches

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 04/28/2017 - 7:24am

HRH The Countess of Wessex will spend two days at the 122nd Devon County Show next month, it was announced yesterday (Thursday). The Countess is President of the Devon County Agricultural Association, which stages the Devon County Show. Show Secretary, Ollie Allen, speaking at the launch of the Show held at Southernhay House, Exeter, said Her Royal Highness was looking forward to being part of ‘this incredible celebration of what makes Devon such a wonderful place to live and work’. “I am sure Her Royal Highness will enjoy going around the showground and will appreciate the the wealth of...

Charity raises awareness of abuse within LGBT+ relationships

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 04/28/2017 - 6:28am

The domestic abuse charity SAFE is to take part in the Exeter Pride festival next month for the first time.

Exeter Pride, on May 13th, is the biggest free celebration of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGTBT+) communities in Devon, and is also an opportunity for support groups to promote their work.

SAFE, who are based in Exeter and work across Devon, will have a stand at the event to raise awareness that domestic abuse can and does happen in LGBT+ relationships, and that help is available for anyone affected by it.

Chief Executive Jacinta Wainwright...

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