Our concert on Thursday March 12th at 7.30 p.m. in Exeter Cathedral features one of Poulenc’s most celebrated works, “Gloria” followed by a journey into a world of dreams with Elgar’s “The Music Makers”.
The Exeter Philharmonic Choir conducted by Andrew Millington will be joined by The Sinfonietta.
We feature two contrasting works in this concert: Poulenc’s sense of fun and mischief shines through his setting of the Gloria. He said of the piece: “I had in mind those frescoes by Gozzoli where the angels stick out their tongues; and also some serious Benedictine monks I had...
Bicton Arena has announced that Empire Coachbuilders, a firm of horsebox manufacturers based in Worcestershire, are the new title sponsors of its two international horse trials next year. The Devon venue will stage two CIC, or international, competitions in 2015, the first in April and the second in August with another affiliated event taking place in July. The new sponsorship deal means there is a substantial prize fund for the CIC two star classes. Arena manager Helen West said: “This is wonderful news as we are now able to offer prize money that is very much worth winning and we hope it...
TV gardener Toby Buckland has never been on a cruise but can’t wait to sail on Saga Sapphire as guest speaker on the Gardens of the Atlantic cruise in February.
The father-of-three says he has always wanted to sail on the ocean after hearing stories from his father and uncles who, as £10 Poms, went to Melbourne after the Second World War - and were there to watch the Olympic Games in 1956.
Toby, who is based in Devon, said: “They worked in the building trade but came back because my grandmother sent them a telegram to say she was unwell. They packed up everything and came...
Researchers at the University of Exeter are looking to recruit people who consume more than the recommended UK guidelines for safe drinking to take part in a psychology experiment targeted at understanding alcohol consumption.
The experiment:
Has been approved by the University of Exeter ethics committee.
Will involve a one off session that will take roughly one hour to complete.
Will be undertaken at the University of Exeter.
Is a computer based task.
In thanks for undertaking the experiment we can offer participants £...
We’re really excited to announce more dates for our DIY Skirt Class!
This class is 100% suitable for beginners – come and guzzle tea and learn to sew the uncomplicated, casual Otton’s way. You’ll leave the class with one fully finished skirt to wear, and the know how to do it again and again.
The dates for this course are Thursday 19th March, 6pm to 8.30pm, and Tuesday 21st April, 6pm to 8.30pm, and Thursday 28th May, 6pm to 8.30pm.. The class will cost you £25, which includes everything except your fabric – bring your a metre of your own or buy some from us on the night...
We’re really excited to announce more dates for our DIY Skirt Class!
This class is 100% suitable for beginners – come and guzzle tea and learn to sew the uncomplicated, casual Otton’s way. You’ll leave the class with one fully finished skirt to wear, and the know how to do it again and again.
The dates for this course are Tuesday 27th January, from 6pm to 8.30pm, and Thursday 26th February, from 6pm to 8.30pm. The class will cost you £25, which includes everything except your fabric – bring your a metre of your own or buy some from us on the night!
The fair is being held one of the most stunning venues in Exeter and located just off the High Street, Exeter Castle. Following the huge success of last year's event, this 'vintage spectacular' will be running for two days this year, open 11am-4pm both days.
Visitors to the event will be able roam the court rooms, ballroom and courtyard where over 60 exhibitors will be showcasing their vintage-inspired products and services.
Everything from exquisite bridal gowns and jewellery from some of the leading Bridal wear providers in the South West, designer cakes and chocolates,...
A host of your favourite regular vinyl and CD dealers from the South West along with a couple of returning dealers that have not attended for a while.
With all the dealers having masses of good quality Vinyl Records, CDs and much more to choose from and following on from the success of the last fair, it should be another good event for everyone.
Doors open at 9.30am, entry is £1. For the earlybirds entry can be from 8am with a £3 fee. The fair finishes at around 4pm.
Exeter Record Fair is now on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Exeter-Record-Fair/...
A host of your favourite regular vinyl and CD dealers from the South West along with a couple of returning dealers that have not attended for a while.
With all the dealers having masses of good quality Vinyl Records, CDs and much more to choose from and following on from the success of the last fair, it should be another good event for everyone.
Doors open at 9.30am, entry is £1. For the earlybirds entry can be from 8am with a £3 fee. The fair finishes at around 4pm.
Exeter Record Fair is now on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Exeter-Record-Fair/...
A host of your favourite regular vinyl and CD dealers from the South West along with a couple of returning dealers that have not attended for a while.
With all the dealers having masses of good quality Vinyl Records, CDs and much more to choose from and following on from the success of the last fair, it should be another good event for everyone.
Doors open at 9.30am, entry is £1. For the earlybirds entry can be from 8am with a £3 fee. The fair finishes at around 4pm.
Exeter Record Fair is now on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Exeter-Record-Fair/...
