Chiefs side to face London Welsh

Ali Hepher says Exeter Chiefs will go “full bore” at ensuring this latest block of Aviva Premiership fixtures finishes on a high note.

Having notched up successive league wins over Newcastle Falcons, Harlequins and Bath to move to third in the current standings, the Devon club will now be looking to add the scalp of lowly London Welsh to their list of victims at Sandy Park today (3pm).

It’s certainly been an encouraging response from the Chiefs, who either side of Christmas lost four games on the bounce in the top flight.

However, buoyed by their first-ever league...

Bring out your wild side

When we stop and think, we all know that nature is good for us – but how often do we stop and think?

Devon Wildlife Trust has launched My Wild Life which encourages us all to stop for a minute to reflect on what wildlife means to us and think about how to make wildlife part of our everyday lives.

If we did this, not only would wildlife benefit, but so would we – because contact with nature is good for us. Those people lucky enough to live near and experience green spaces have a 50% chance of being more healthy – both physically and mentally and are 40% less likely to become...

CityVets awarded special status

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 03/06/2015 - 11:01pm

CityVets today announced that it has achieved hospital status from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

With a member of staff on the premises 24 hours a day, this means that the CityVets veterinary team are always on hand and responsible for the care of animal patients.

The RCVS Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) is a voluntary initiative to accredit veterinary practices in the UK. Through setting standards and carrying out regular inspections, the Scheme aims to promote and maintain the highest standards of veterinary care.

By voluntarily agreeing to a regular...

Exeter Night Market

Event Date: 
16/04/2015 - 4:30pm
Venue: 
Piazza Terracina, The Quay, Exeter

Based on the success of last years night markets at the quay, Exeter Street Food have been able to add a new date to their diary, Piazza Terracina, every third Thursday of the month. Starting April 16th 4:30pm – 9pm

There will be events such as Salsa dancing and Music, pop up bar, massages, canoeing, leap of faith from the 23m tower wall at Haven Banks, boat hire and lots more! The Night Market @ Piazza Terracina will be held 16th April 4:30pm – 9pm.

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Devon case features in Pub Murder Guide

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 03/06/2015 - 5:17pm

The Krays, Lord Lucan, Jack the Ripper and more feature in Murder at the Inn

A riveting case from Devon’s past features in the nation’s first ever guide to historic crimes in Britain’s pubs and hotels.

Murder at The Inn: A History of Crime in Britain’s Pubs and Hotels, published by the History Press, reveals where to find more than 250 hostelries across the country linked to fascinating cases of murder and mayhem.

As well as featuring well known criminals like the Krays, Dick Turpin and Jack the Ripper the book also reveals the details of a fascinating case from...

Riding Lights return to Exeter with Passion Play Inheritance

Following a highly successful tour in 2014, Riding Lights Theatre Company returns with its Passion Play, Inheritance, weaving the strands of the biblical Passion into a dramatic narrative, exploring in particular some of Jesus’ encounters with women in the gospels.

Inheritance evokes the community where Jesus lived, the people who knew him best, the powers that brought him to execution. And in the shadow of the cross it casts light on some of the women who Jesus stands alongside, sharing in their suffering.

See Inheritance performed in Exeter on Saturday 21st March, 7.30pm...

Homebuilder seeks local apprentices in Exeter

As National Apprenticeship Week gets underway, top UK apprentice employer, Barratt Developments, is looking for keen learners hoping to join the homebuilding industry to support business growth in Exeter.

The established homebuilder, recently named Employer of the Year at the National Apprentices Awards, aims to recruit six apprentice bricklayers, joiners, and technical apprentices at developments across the region.

The company has now opened the window for applications for apprentices to apply for work at developments across the region.

Chris Burton, regional...

Dartmoor Life in the First World War

Event Date: 
10/08/2015 - 10:00am to 09/09/2015 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Dartmoor National Park Visitor Centre, Princetown

Every year at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month we remember those who gave their lives during the First World War. But how much thought do we give to those who survived and to those at home who strived to support the war effort.

Dartmoor Life in the First World War provides a unique snapshot of what life was like on Dartmoor during the First World War – how life for many continued as normal, how farming changed and women came to work on farms and in the forests. It covers the recruitment marches and the wounded soldiers who were brought to Dartmoor to recuperate as...

Saving Castle Drogo – Nothing is normal

What might happen if Castle Drogo was left to the elements? From 9 March, a perfect glass ‘drip’ is suspended in a trophy cabinet, a room where Dartmoor appears to have taken over. As the conservation project to save Castle Drogo enters its final two years, artists have taken inspiration from the history and stories of this striking 20th century castle overlooking the Teign Valley. Each artist has taken a very different approach – with everything from sculpture, interactive gadgets, photography and film to new interpretations of objects in the collection. Visitors can look forward to new...

Donkey Sanctuary launches annual car show

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 03/06/2015 - 2:56pm

The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth is looking for proud owners to show off their cherished motors at its first ever annual Car Show this July.

There will be competitions for modern and vintage cars with categories including ‘Show and Shine’ and ‘Best in Show’.

Fabulous prizes include top ‘detailing’ kits kindly sponsored by Servo Engineering, Exeter.

Visitors can enter a free raffle to win a pressure washer and a range of cleaning products.

As well as admiring beautiful motors the show offers the chance to meet hundreds of rescued donkeys and mules on site...

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