Souvenirs from Home brings together work produced in the three-year touring project ‘Home Ground’. An exhibition and workshops travelled to six towns across the UK whose football clubs have nicknames linked to their traditional craft industries: these are Sheffield United (The Blades), Crystal Palace (The Glaziers), Stoke City (The Potters), Luton Town (The Hatters), Macclesfield Town (The Silkmen) and Walsall (The Saddlers). Work on display is made by local communities and club supporters who worked alongside selected artists. Zoe Hillyard helped The Silkmen supporters design unique...
Macmillan Cancer Support's Financial Grant Scheme has recently been boosted by a donation of £5,000 from the Devonshire Freemasons. The donation was made after the Freemason's learned of the financial struggle people are facing when diagnosed with cancer.
Area Fundraising Manager for Macmillan, Suzie Warren, said "We are so grateful for the support we have received from the Devonshire Freemasons. This donation will have a direct impact on people in Devon struggling with the cost of cancer."
Suzie went on to say, "Many people find themselves having to stop work or reduce...
Devon and Cornwall Police are working closely with the organisers of a music festival to be held on the Powderham estate, near Exeter, this weekend to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone.
The Lockdown festival, organised by UK Live, runs on Friday 9th, Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th of September.
Chief Inspector Adrian Leisk is in charge of the policing of the event. He said: “Our objectives are entirely in line with those of the organisers, in that we want everyone to have a good time and to be safe while they are within the confines of the festival and when they...
Your essential guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this weekend (9-11 September).
THEATRE
Exeter Comedy Grove Friday, 8pm, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter Exeter Comedy Grove brings you the very Best in live stand up, showcasing some of the best comedians that this country has to offer. http://www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk
Two Gentlemen of Verona Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Exeter Northcott Theatre Valentine loves Silvia and Proteus loves Julia – but Proteus is fickle, and falls for Silvia too. When Valentine plots an elopement, Proteus betrays him and Valentine is...
Police are asking the public to be vigilant after reports of a man impersonating a police officer in Exeter.
Police have had reports that a man has been in the Beacon Heath area of Exeter attempting to gain entrance to properties claiming that he is a police officer. The man isn’t wearing a uniform and is using a handwritten ID. We believe that he is targeting the elderly.
The man is described as a white man in his 40’s/50’s, very short dark hair, sometimes wearing a dark blue baseball cap, stocky build and around 5”8 tall.
Our chefs have created a seasonal menu to celebrate the world-class quality produce of the land and seas of Devon.
Earlier this year we had great feedback from our French and Italian nights in Wear Park Restaurant, so we thought it was time to explore the fabulously fresh food closer to home.
Our Head Chef, Adam Little is passionate about the provenance of his ingredients and the huge variety of culinary delights on our doorstep, promising a deliciously Devonshire dinner.
A stunning stained glass depicting Exeter’s patron saint St Sidwella is to go on display for the first time in 74 years.
It was recently discovered at St Matthew’s church, in Newtown, where it has remained undisturbed since the Blitz.
Now the forgotten glass, with its stunning depiction of St Sidwella, is to form the centrepiece of two special Heritage Open Days at St Sidwell’s Community Centre, on September 9-10.
Exeter’s patron saint gives her name to the new leisure centre St Sidwell’s Point, which will be built by Exeter City Council on the site of the current...
Kick-start the weekend with an afternoon of thrilling jumps racing at Newton Abbot Racecourse on Friday 16 September. A great afternoon out with friends, group bookings are available when booked in advance. Children aged 16 and under plus students with a valid student photo ID / NUS card enjoy free entry. Tickets are available online until 17:00 on Thursday 15 September. Tickets will also be available to buy at the gate on the day. Tickets are priced at £18 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure. Racing starts at 13:50 with gates opening at 11:50. The last race will...
Join us on Saturday 17th September from 11:00am - 3:00pm, for our Wedding Open Day. Our open day will give you a chance to meet Jo, our Wedding Expert, discover our venue & discuss your ideas and plans for your big day, with sparkling drinks and canapés on arrival.
And if you find a GOLDEN TICKET in one of the free goodie bags being given away, you could win 2 tickets for the Westpoint Wedding Show on October 8th and 9th. #SouthgateGoldenTicket
Luke Cowan-Dickie says Exeter Chiefs will have to be firing on all cylinders when they welcome defending English and European champions Saracens to Sandy Park this Sunday (3pm).
Having kicked off their latest Aviva Premiership campaign with a 25-20 loss at Wasps last weekend, Devon’s finest will be looking for an immediate riposte against the star-studded Londoners.
The two club met three times last season – including the Premiership Final itself in May – and on each occasion it was Mark McCall’s side who triumphed.
Their 14-11 victory at Sandy Park back in February...
