Devon County Council has identified a location for a new bridge further inland from Alma Bridge in Sidmouth.
The County Council has drawn up preliminary plans for a new structure to cross the mouth of the River Sid, and it is planning to consult with Sidmouth Town Council, East Devon District Council, South West Water, and the Environment Agency in the coming weeks.
The authority is committed to maintaining the crossing at Alma Bridge as long as possible, provided costs do not become unaffordable and as long as it is safe for people to use. The Council will work with East...
Join in the Mammal Society’s annual hunt for Easter Bunnies and Mad March Hares this Easter weekend. The Mammal Society is appealing for the public to record sightings of rabbits and hares and help target conservation efforts in the UK.
Both rabbits and hares are a regular sight in the countryside and are relatively easy to spot compared with many other mammals.
Prof Fiona Mathews, Chair of The Mammal Society, says ‘Rabbits and hares have formed an important part of our ecosystem for a very long time. The native mountain hare was joined by the Brown Hare in the Iron Age,...
Thanks to an ingenious initiative by Exeter based Chartered Surveyor, Kevin Bateman, the three Farming Help Charities: The Addington Fund, R.A.B.I and the Farming Community Network (FCN) have received a total of £20,405 to boost their funds.
As part of the move from the Single Payment Scheme (SPS) to the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS), all entitlements had to be matched on a one to one hectare basis with the land on which farmers were making a claim. Kevin realised that many farmers had a miss-match between the two and whilst large blocks of entitlements could be traded economically in...
Young rugby players have the chance to follow in the stud marks of Grand Slam winners Jack Nowell and Luke Cowan-Dickie thanks to an exciting new partnership unveiled today between Exeter Chiefs and Exeter College.
Starting in September 2016, aspiring rugby players will get the chance to nurture not only their rugby talent, but also first-class education and training after the Aviva Premiership club joins forces with the outstanding further education college.
The Exeter Chiefs Rugby Academy at Exeter College will provide education and rugby training required to support...
Sidmouth Musical Theatre Society present : Jesus Christ Superstar
The iconic rock musical written by Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot.
No performance on Sunday 20th March, Saturday matinee at 2.30pm.
The Quay Artists are a group of local artists who are holding an exhibition and sale of art at the Custom House, Exeter Quay on Good Friday 25th March - Sunday 3rd April.
Works for sale are in various mediums including oil, watercolour, pastel and acrylic.
The exhibition is being held in the historic Custom House, located on Exeter's wonderful quayside and a great place for lunch by the River and Canal. The building dates back to 1680 and is itself worth a visit for its wonderful ceiling on the upper floor.
Opening times: 10am-5pm daily (closed 1pm-1.45pm for lunch...
Children can meet the famous chocolatier with the Pocketwatch team who have an affection for perfection in confection! Themed sessions take place at specified times.
Sessions run for approximately 45 to 60 minutes and are aimed for children between 5 -11yrs (and adults) of all ages.
Outdoor themed sessions may be dependent on the weather and PTC/Powderham reserve the right to make changes, substitutions and cancellations to the published schedule at any time.
Are you a budding donkey groom? Come along and have some exclusive time to groom and cuddle the donkeys. Book on the day from the Visitors' Centre for just £3 per session. Arrive early to avoid disappointment as there are only limited spaces available!
Face Painting
Times: 12-2pm
Visit the Events Barn to get your face painted with a funky design! £3 per child
Easter Holiday Hunt
Times: All day event
Complete the Easter Holiday Hunt with your friends and family to...
It’s 1972. An era of possibility, polyester and pubic hair. Ziggy Stardust is on Top of the Pops, Penny is writing an essay on Lady Chatterley’s Lover and Christine is watching Deepthroat. Brian is confused.
The Wardrobe Ensemble tell the story of the class of ‘72 with a handsome funk guitarist and some spacehoppers. Was it easier back then? Where did we go wrong? A brisk romp through the ins and outs of those excellently awkward first sexual encounters.
Tickets: £10 (£8) (£5 First Tuesday) Age Recommendation 18+ (Brief Nudity)
Bea and Joseph are re-kindling their love. But, with the arrival of a fracking company ready to dig, the village where they live is falling apart. Through the lives of a young couple, This Land tells a story of community, belonging and the ground beneath our feet. What does the place where you live mean to you? What happens when someone else comes along and stakes their claim? Be taken on a theatrical journey through an ever-changing landscape with this new play.
