The countdown has begun as entries officially open for the highly anticipated 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards. Following the resounding success of last year’s event, the awards once again promise to celebrate the very best food and drink Devon has to offer, from artisan producers and innovative brands to much-loved cafés, pubs, restaurants, bars, takeaways and retailers.
Widely recognised as the gold standard for food and drink excellence in the county, the Food Drink Devon Awards shine a spotlight on the talent, passion and creativity that make Devon such a celebrated food and...
Fun Flower Workshop - Early Summer Abundance - A Romantic Garden Vase Arrangement - Saturday 9th May 2026 10am-12.30pm
Discover the Joy of Floral Creation – Perfect for Solo Relaxation or Shared Fun.
Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in a tranquil morning of creativity and connection at our 2.5-hour floral workshops. Held in our purpose-designed studio in a stunning rural setting, this is your chance to craft your own floral masterpiece in an environment of peace and inspiration.
What to Expect:
All materials provided: Everything you need perfectly...
Mother's Day Special - A Hand-tied Bouquet of Love - Saturday 14th March 2026 10am-12.30pm
Location 3 Dunchideock Barton, Nr Exeter EX2 9UA
Make (or gift) something truly special for this Mother’s Day. Create a gorgeous, garden-style hand-tied bouquet filled with scented seasonal flowers and wrap with a choice of Claryton's beautiful paper— perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.
Held in our purpose-designed studio in a stunning rural setting, this is your chance to craft your own floral masterpiece in an environment of peace and inspiration.
Spring Arrangement with Bulbs - Living Spring Garden Bowl Workshop - Saturday 28th February 2026 - 10am-12.30pm
Location - 3 Dunchideock Barton EX2 9UA
A joyful workshop celebrating the rebirth of spring. Work with living bulbs, spring flowers, moss, twigs, and textures to craft a piece that grows and changes — a living artwork for your table.
Perfect for floral enthusiasts and beginners alike, this workshop offers the chance to explore eco-friendly floristry techniques while enjoying a creative and social atmosphere. Make it extra special and share it with a...
Winter into Spring Transition Workshop - Transitional Table Design - Saturday 31st January 2026 - 10am-12.30pm
Elevate your dining or coffee table with a bespoke, handcrafted floral arrangement by joining our Floral Table Design Workshop.
You’ll work with fresh flowers and seasonal foliage to create a show-stopping centrepiece, ideal for any gathering. Guided by an expert tutor, you’ll craft a well-balanced and sustainable display that adds elegance to your table throughout the season.
Perfect for floral enthusiasts and beginners alike, this workshop offers the...
A series of essential road repairs and highway improvements are due to be carried out on the A3015 Rydon Lane in Exeter in the coming weeks.
The work, which is scheduled to take place between Monday 19 January and Saturday 7 March, will be undertaken in phases on several areas of the route.
The scheme will start on both the northbound and southbound carriageway of Rydon Lane with lane closures needed from Monday 19 January to Thursday 19 February to enable drainage work, vegetation clearance and replacement of signs and streetlighting.
Young people across Devon are gaining vital skills, confidence and real-world experience thanks to the Chiefs Engage 16+ Programme. Devon Contract Waste (DCW), working alongside the Exeter Chiefs, has been supporting the five-week Chiefs Engage 16+ Programme, which is designed for 16–18-year-olds who are currently not in education or employment. The programme helps young people rebuild confidence and develop the practical employability skills they need to re-enter the world of work.
The initiative focuses on hands-on learning and real workplace insight. Throughout the five-week...
The Exeter Chiefs Foundation has funded its largest ever Feeding the Community at Christmas campaign, ensuring that 1,100 people received a proper festive feast.
Working in partnership with Exeter Food Action (EFA), the Foundation funded the distribution of essential festive fare – including meat, mince pies and seasonal staples – to 16 different charities and community organisations, supporting people who might otherwise have gone without.
This year’s campaign also included an additional donation to homeless charity St Petrock’s, enabling the team there to serve even...
The Emma Lavelle-trained Silver Thorn won the feature Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase, making virtually all the running to score by two lengths from co-favourite El Granjero at Exeter yesterday, where the sun shone on a beautiful day at Haldon Hill.
The grey had won his previous start at Doncaster in December, with his trainer reporting that he was progressing well. Lavelle said: “He’s still learning and he only ever really does as much as he needs to, which is great as he’ll keep improving. We’re very pleased with how he’s handled the ground today, which means he’ll go on...
Most people use the roads every day without giving much thought to the risks involved. Driving, cycling or simply crossing the road often feel routine, but each of these activities can come with hidden risks, no matter how carefully you approach them. Accidents can happen suddenly and are often caused by factors outside the injured person’s control, meaning that even when drivers, cyclists and pedestrians act responsibly, hazards on or around the road can still lead to injuries that have a lasting impact.
Below are five common road dangers that regularly lead to injury claims...
