A short video promoting Devon’s stunning network of walking and cycling trails to people around the world has been released.
The video kick-starts a campaign to encourage ramblers, cyclists, tourists and locals to take advantage of the county’s wonderful variety of walking and cycling trails.
It also encourages people to highlight Devon for walking and cycling this year on the #PlaceToBe Twitter feed.
The short video has been created, in collaboration with Visit Devon, and shares the fantastic walking and cycling routes Devon has to offer.
It’s not quite over, but Exeter’s hopes of advancing in this season’s Champions Cup are hanging by a thread after defeat away to Bordeaux-Begles.
Like two prize fighters battling away in the ring, the rivalling teams traded countless blows before the Englishmen were finally floored by Marco Tauleigne’s converted try ten minutes from time.
His late touchdown was the last of eight tries scored at the Stade Chaban Delmas and means Rob Baxter’s Chiefs side now need somewhat of a miracle to advance into the quarter-finals....
If you are prone to the January blues after an over-indulgent festive season, you could help researchers at the University of Exeter discover whether healthy eating can ward off depression.
Scientists have long known that depression is often linked to weight issues and poor diet – but there is a lack of evidence on whether a bad diet can actually cause depression or itself results from depression, and whether switching to healthier foods could help to keep low mood at bay.
The MooDFOOD study is recruiting 250 overweight people in and around Exeter and aims to provide the...
Reg Meuross returns to Hope Hall. New album preview ‘DECEMBER'
After 10 album releases Reg Meuross has returned to the solo format which inspired him to write and sing in the first place.
December is a collection of 10 of the most beautiful songs which go straight to the heart and we are delighted that Reg has chosen to do his first album preview gig at Hope Hall.
Many will know award winner Reg for the extraordinary intimacy of his live solo performances, and it’s the countless requests at these unique events for ‘the one that sounds just like what we’ve just heard...
A working collaboration between local charities, Devon Air Ambulance Trust and St Loye’s Foundation has given Devon resident Paul May a chance at a new life by providing him with an employment opportunity.
57 year old Paul May joined the Army in the 1970’s where he played clarinet in The Band of the Royal Corps of Signals.
Following 11 years of service Paul left the military and gained a job as a security officer with a major supermarket but after ten years of employment he was made redundant.
Only three days after losing his job, Paul lost his father to prostate...
Public feedback proves a Public Space Protection Order is not required at Belsher’s Slipway or Shelly Beach
East Devon District councillors have resolved not to introduce a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to address reported issues of antisocial behaviour involving the use of personal water craft at Belshers Slipway and Shelly Beach in Exmouth.
The decision was made in light of overwhelming local feedback received by the council in response to a consultation it undertook, which asked for the public’s views on how a PSPO would impact on their use and enjoyment of these...
The RICS UK Construction Market Survey, Q4 2015, shows labour shortages were reported by 66% of construction professionals across the UK to be the most significant barrier to growth in the last quarter of 2015.
In the South West 44% of respondents agree there is a skills shortage. Quantity surveyors are reported to be in particularly short supply with 57% of survey respondents citing a shortage of these professionals. However only 38% reported problems in finding other construction professionals compared with the national average of 52%. While workloads are still increasing – a net...
Racing continues at Exeter next Tuesday (January 19) with its mid winter fixture when hats, gloves and scarves will be the order of the day for those enjoying a day of sporting action.
Racing UK sponsor the six race card which begins at 1.35pm with a two mile maiden hurdle. Other races include a mares’ handicap hurdle, a novices’ handicap chase, a two mile three furlong handicap chase, a handicap hurdle and a maiden hurdle.
Last year big fields were the order of the day with 76 runners facing the starter. They included the Paul Nicholls-trained Qualando who was beaten a...
Exeter Corn Exchange has revealed details of a busy programme of shows for spring and early summer.
The programme includes comedy from artists such as Russell Howard, Julian Clary and Sarah Millican. Music artists featured include Fairport Convention, Russell Watson and Gareth Gates. Other highlights of a varied programme include the cyclist Mark Beaumont, Vienna Festival Ballet, The Tales of Beatrix Potter and Puppetry of the Penis.
The new programme kicks off with a visit from Circus of Horrors with their latest show ‘Welcome to the Carnevil’ on Monday 18 January, and...
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has spoken of his delight after adding his second new addition to his playing squad for the 2016/17 season.
Having already recruited experienced Australian international prop Greg Holmes from the Queensland Reds, Bath playmaker Ollie Devoto is the latest to put pen to paper on a three-year deal with the Aviva Premiership club.
The 22-year-old will head to Sandy Park from local rivals Bath, whom he has played for since joining their Academy in the 2012/13 season.
Since then, the Yeovil-born back has quietly established himself as a...
