Masquerade Ball for Cystic Fibrosis

Finally the Christmas ball you have all been waiting for!

For a night full of mystery, music and masks, come and join the Masquerade Ball at the Livermead Cliff Hotel in Torquay, Devon, to help raise money for Cystic Fibrosis. The night will consist of a delicious festive 3-course meal, along with the band The Breaks performing live, a raffle, and a few surprises throughout the evening – oh, and did we mention there was a red carpet.

The ball is being held to raise money for Cystic fibrosis, an inherited disease that is caused by a faulty gene. This gene controls the...

Italy beat Romania 32-22 at Sandy Park

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/11/2015 - 4:04pm

Exeter hosted its final match in the Rugby World Cup tournament today (Sunday 11 October) which saw Italy beat Romania 32-22 and confirm automatic place at Japan 2019.

Italy scored four tries to three in defeating Romania 32-22 in the Pool D battle for third spot at Sandy Park and in the process gained a prized automatic berth at RWC 2019 in Japan.

Leading 22-3 at half-time following tries from wing Leonardo Sarto, scrum-half Edoardo Gori and fly-half Tommaso Allan, Italy did enough in the second half through an early touchdown from Alessandro Zanni (pictured) to keep a...

Mind, Body, Spirit Fayre

Event Date: 
25/10/2015 - 10:30am
Venue: 
Matthews Hall, Topsham, Exeter

There will be many Therapists, Stalls, Readers and Demonstrations.

This is a lovely venue in the centre of Topsham towards the River Exe Estuary, with various places to enjoy a Sunday Lunch. Topsham has its own railway station and regular bus service.

Free admission

http://guidinglightdawlish.webs.com/

Apple and Pumpkin Day

Event Date: 
25/10/2015 - 11:00am
Venue: 
West Town Farm, Ide, near Exeter EX2 9TG

It’s harvest! and to celebrate West Town Farm are holding their annual apple and pumpkin day!

Amongst the activities taking place are tractor and trailer rides, straw bale den, animals, stories, crafts, barbecue, campfire cooking and lots more..

Entry: £3 child, £4 adult, £12 family.

11am-4pm

www.westtownfarm.co.uk

Trick or Treat with the Treehouse Trolls

Event Date: 
24/10/2015 - 9:00am to 01/11/2015 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Crealy Great Adventure Park, Exeter

Trick or Treat with the Treehouse Trolls in our spooky Wilderness! Dare you enter the troll's treehouse for your Trick or Treat at Devon's Crealy this Halloween?

And once again we be asking you seek out the legendary Witch's Cavern. Are you brave enough to meet a real...live...WITCH? There are horrid and ghastly surprises at every turn, be careful of what's lurking in the shadows.

Free pumpkins for all little ghouls and boys! Grab your hats, broomsticks, whiskers and pussycat tails and enchant us with your best freaky fancy dress! Swing by for all inclusive spooks!!...

Pumpkins, Witches and Wizards

Event Date: 
24/10/2015 - 9:30am to 01/11/2015 - 4:30pm
Venue: 
Escot, near Ottery St Mary

Down at the Greenwood Centre this half term you’ll find Hagatha our resident witch who is making a brew for the grossest Yucky Dip in Devon ready for Escot Fright Nights.

Come along and help stir the cauldron if you can bear the smell! Get ready for Halloween and with help from our friendly witches and wizards, choose and carve your own pumpkin to take home with you.

There is a small charge for the pumpkins

Escot entry fee applies to non-members

http://www.escot-devon.co.uk/

An Autumn Concert with Sidmouth Town Band

Event Date: 
18/10/2015 - 2:30pm
Venue: 
Manor Pavilion Theatre, Manor Road, Sidmouth

The award-winning Sidmouth Town Band present an autumn concert with a varied programme of music to entertain all ages.

The band have enjoyed a period of steady progression in recent years, and has strengthened its position as one of the most popular and entertaining in Devon. Now in its 153rd year, they continue to celebrate their history whilst looking forward towards a bright and successful future.

This excellent brass band perform at a range of civic duties, including Remembrance Parades and church services, as well as supporting the Sidmouth Folk Festival and local...

Snake and Lanterns Week

Event Date: 
25/10/2015 - 10:00am to 30/10/2015 - 4:30pm
Venue: 
Powderham Castle, Kenton

A thrilling half-term awaits.... children can follow the Pumpkin Trail to win their own pumpkin to carve in the Potting Shed. The braver ones can have a close encounter with Dartmoor Reptiles!

Included in admission

http://www.powderham.co.uk/

Pumpkin Trails

Event Date: 
24/10/2015 - 11:00am to 31/10/2015 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Killerton House, Broadclyst, Exeter

Explore the free trail to spot pumpkin faces hiding around the garden.

Go off the beaten track to discover secret paths, the Bear's hut and the ice house. Crunch leaves underfoot while you enjoy the natural beauty of the changing season.

Normal admission fees apply. National Trust members and under 5s free.

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/killerton

Fungi Foray

Event Date: 
25/10/2015 - 2:00pm
Venue: 
Barley Valley Local Nature Reserve, Exeter

Head off and search for fungi in this Local Nature Reserve with its meadows and small woods and then return to have your bounty identified by our fungi expert.

Barley Valley Local Nature Reserve: Meet at the end of Nadder Park Road, Redhills (take ‘P’ bus to the end of Barley Lane).

This event is led by Exeter City Council’s Countryside Service and Nigel Pinhorn of Devon Nature Walks.

All events are free. For further details or to book please contact Nigel on 01392 211247 or email devonnaturewalks@btinternet.com

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