Exeter blogger proves bus is best for foodie adventure

A food blogger has travelled by bus to some of the best eateries across Exeter and beyond to find out how accessible they are on public transport.

Chris Gower, founder of the Eating Exeter blog that has over 4,000 subscribers, travelled to his culinary destinations using Stagecoach South West’s bus services. Darts Farm, Quicke’s Cheese Farm Shop and Greendale Farm Shop were all on Chris’ list and the upshot is he is now convinced that some of the very best foodie destinations in the region are easily accessible by bus.

Chris said: “It goes without saying that I absolutely...

Aled Jones

Event Date: 
27/05/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Cathedral

Welsh singer Aled Jones MBE is set to wow audiences across the UK in 2016 as he embarks on a 22-date Cathedral tour.

The household name will visit cathedrals in England, Scotland and his home country of Wales on a series of dates throughout May and June, culminating in a very special ‘home-coming’ show in his home-town of Bangor on July 2.

Tickets for the Aled Jones Cathedral Tour go on sale at 9am on Monday 21st December and are available from Ticketmaster 0844 844 0444 and online

Speaking about the tour Aled said: "I'm never more at home than when performing in...

Hijacked Festival

Event Date: 
26/05/2016 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Double Locks, Canal Side, Exeter

Thick As Theives and Hold It Down present the Hijacked Festival, hosted by Stamina MC

Electronic Music, Art and Culture festival for the over 18s only - situated at the canalside Double Locks Pub in Exeter.

Featuring over 100 performers on 4 stages (including VIP), art at Hijacked around the site, local food, South West Ales & Ciders.

Immersive Theatre, Speakers Corner, Hijacked Radio, treasure hunts and much more more.

Hit the link for tickets before they go!

Please note there is absolutely NO parking at the festival.

Full details, times...

Rathbones Spring Concert Series 2016

Event Date: 
25/05/2016 - 6:30pm
Venue: 
RAMM, Queen Street, Exeter

Rathbones Spring Concert Series 2016: during 2014/15, Michael gave recitals in concert halls throughout Europe and also appeared at Wigmore Hall and the Bath International Festival. This season he made his concerto debut with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and appeared as soloist with the Philharmonia and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Erdem Misirlioglu was a Concerto Finalist in the 2008 BBC Young Musicians Competition and has won numerous awards. He was a prize winner in the 2006 International Rachmaninov Competition and in 2011 was awarded 1st prize in the Beethoven Piano Society of...

Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale

Event Date: 
25/05/2016 - 8:30pm to 28/05/2016 - 8:30pm
Venue: 
Cygnet Theatre, Friars' Gate, Exeter

Directed by Alistair Ganley

A playful and accessible production of one of Shakespeare’s late masterpieces: a magical evening of tragedy averted and love redeemed.

At Leontes’ request, Hermione begs Polixenes to extend his stay. Observing her persuasive powers, Leontes sees a spark of affection between his wife and his friend. Consumed by jealousy, Leontes destroys his family and seeks to kill his friend. However, Time and Reason heal deep wounds and True Love’s patience triumphs over betrayal and despair.

Come see the Cygnets before they take The Winter's Tale on...

Mind Body Spirit Fayre

Event Date: 
22/05/2016 - 10:30am
Venue: 
Matthews Hall, Topsham

Mind Body Spirit Fayre

Various stalls, Therapies, Readings and on-site cafe.

Free Admission

10.30am - 4.30pm

http://guidinglightdawlish.webs.com

Live Wrestling Show

Event Date: 
21/05/2016 - 5:30pm
Venue: 
Matthews Hall, Topsham

Exeter's favourite Chis Andrews continues to dominate the entire region. But some say that there is a new star rising - the one and only Jason King. Is it time for Jason to get serious. A win over Chris Andrews would surely get him noticed just now.

The main event will be Exeter based Jason King's biggest match todate when he takes on Devon powerhouse Chris Andrews.

With a chance to meet the stars after the show. One thing for sure - this is a main event not to be missed!

Tickets £8

Tickets available by telephoning 07887 731773

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Variety by the Sea

Event Date: 
21/05/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth

Slightly Fat Features present : Variety By the Sea

It's back. The sell out riotous cabaret show returns. Packed with special guest acts, physical feats, live music and hilarious comedy for all ages. Expect orchestrated mayhem!

£12/ £10 under 16s

Early booking recommended. Previous shows have always sold out!

http://www.manorpavilion.com

Discover the world of farming

Visiting a farm on Open Farm Sunday, Sunday 5th June, is a wonderful way to discover the world of farming.

Modern farming is incredibly diverse and impacts on all of us - from the food we eat, to clothing, medicine, fuel and manufacturing. Agriculture is vital to our future too – so come along and find out more!

Hundreds of farms across Britain will be opening their gates for LEAF’s (Linking Environment And Farming) Open Farm Sunday. It is a great day out for the whole family and a unique opportunity to discover what farmers do and the vital role they have in protecting and...

Labels

Event Date: 
31/05/2016 - 7:30pm to 11/06/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter

Worklight Theatre’s internationally-acclaimed, multi-award winning show is a funny, moving and honest story about mixed heritage and immigration.

Writer and performer, Joe Sellman-Leava, uses comedy, poetry and storytelling to chart a childhood growing up in rural 1990’s England, shifting political landscapes and the global refugee crises.

Winner of a Scotsman Fringe First Award, Adelaide Fringe Best Theatre Award and Holden Street Theatres’ Edinburgh Award, and shortlisted for the Amnesty International’s Freedom of Expression Award, Labels returns to the place it all...

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