An illegal trade in marine turtles is continuing despite legislation and conservation awareness campaigns, a pioneering study has shown.
The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Exeter in the Cape Verde islands, 500 km off the West Coast of Africa, and one of the world’s leading nesting sites for the protected loggerhead species, found that the biological impact of the trade has been previously underestimated and that turtles are still being harvested and consumed.
The authors suggest that conservation interventions need to be refined and reassessed and...
Exeter Science Park Centre has marked the launch of a new tech incubator initiative with a visit from two tech start-ups from Boston, US, looking for opportunities to expand their businesses in Exeter.
The initiative, Canopy Exeter, is an extension of the well-established model at Canopy Boston, where start-ups, freelancers and mentors come together to help young tech businesses grow.
Based at the Science Park, the Exeter scheme launched on 12th May and is offering the first 100 members free membership and hands on involvement in shaping the initiative, as well as giving...
Leading independent electrical wholesaler, Devondale Electrical, has been awarded bronze by people management assessor, Investors in People.
The business was first assessed as achieving the standard in 2012, but the most recent assessment found that Devondale had moved up to the next level.
Managing Director, Paul Wood said: “We are absolutely delighted to have achieved not just the standard, but a bronze level.
“This is a real stamp of approval for the professionalism of the company and a recognition of our commitment to bringing on people who work within our team...
Badgers, dragonflies and robins are just a selection of the species that can be observed at the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus for the annual BioBlitz day.
The team are inviting members of the community to join a team of students to ‘blitz’ the Penryn Campus in a bid to survey the surrounding animals on Saturday 21 May.
In addition to the survey, wildlife and charity organisations from Cornwall will play host to exciting stalls and activities for everyone to get involved in as part of the day. Activities include nature walks, small mammal trapping, treasure hunts,...
Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (13-15 May).
THEATRE
Travels with My Aunt Friday & Saturday, 7.30pm, Exeter Northcott Theatre Four actors take on over 20 characters in this hilarious mad cap dash around the world with Henry Pulling, a retired suburban bank manager with a penchant for dahlias. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk
Jonny & the Baptists: The End is Nigh Friday & Saturday, Exeter Bike Shed Theatre Last year, Jonny accidentally told his four-year-old niece climate change would end the world. To stop her crying,...
Originally formed as an opportunity to play their shared passion of the Border, Tex-Mex and Americana music that the members of the band love, they started as a practice band playing when other musical commitments allowed- top musicians just playing for fun. Word got around as word does and soon the band started playing gigs.
At least one member of this highly respected group will be very familiar. Los Pacaminos is fronted by one of the UK's finest and best loved vocalists - Paul Young. However, Paul is not the only luminary in this seven piece band. Some of...
The timeless repertoire of the Bee Gees is brought to life in this stunning stage production that is taking the country by storm.
This charismatic ensemble boasts stars from TV and London's West End and is fronted by real-life family members Darren, Gary and Jack Simmons making for an unrivalled vocal harmony blend.
Backed up by a stunning band and live string section, you will be taken on an emotional journey from tender orchestrated 60's classics such as Massachusetts and Words, to the 70's Disco classics such as Night Fever,...
The Vintage and Classic Car Rally has evolved from the Steam Festival Days held at Pecorama in the mid 1990's. It is now a standalone event which has grown in popularity over the years, with vehicles travelling from as far afield as Bournemouth, Bristol, Plymouth and Trowbridge to take part.
It's always a jolly and colourful affair, with deck chairs, sun brollies and picnic baskets scattered among the cherished vehicles. Much chatter and camera clicking takes place, as both visitors and participants alike inspect and admire the host of vehicles displayed in the Pecorama car parks...
Tiverton Museum is kicking the Bank Holiday weekend off to a great start with a special family day.
On Saturday 30th April there will be plenty of fun activities for all the family to enjoy.Activities include dressing up as a Victorian and taking part in a Victorian style school lesson, complete with strict school ma’am and writing on slates.
There will be a chance to get creative with crafts such as making a peg doll or a paper game, and games and toys will be available, including organized sessions playing ‘Hunt the thimble’ and ‘Elements’.If the weather allows, our...
A great weekend of family entertainment awaits at the annual Exmouth Festival - now celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Live music, arts & crafts, children's activities, food & drink.
Main event (27 - 30 May) : 33 Live Music Acts, Art Exhibitions and Workshops, a Circus Jamboree, numerous Food and Drink outlets, a host of Trade Stands, and more… Including the legendary Bad Manners on their 40th anniversary tour, the new Exmouth Art Trail and the Thelma Hulbert Gallery Takeover at the Blackmore Theatre.
Half Term Week Fun in the Manor Gardens (31 May - 3 June...
