Ashley's 24-hour challenge begins

Devon businesswoman Ashley Petrons is just hours away from starting her effort to complete 24 feats in 24 hours and raise £1,000 for the Exeter Foundation.

Swimming in the River Exe, training with the Exeter Chiefs and serving behind the bar at the Southgate Mercure Exeter Hotel in Southernhay, are amongst challenges facing Ashley (pictured second left) of Exeter-based public relations and marketing firm Astley Media.

Three of the challenges will be picked from ideas suggested by followers of @Devon_Hour on Twitter, hosted by Ashley for an hour last week, and in doing so,...

Tortoise & Hare: Making a Meal of Storytelling this half term

Event Date: 
28/10/2014 - 12:00pm to 01/11/2014 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
The Bike Shed Theatre Exeter

This Autumn half term from Tuesday 28th October to Saturday 1st November, The Bike Shed Theatre, in Exeter’s Fore Street, will be transformed into a kitchen, dining room, and story-world for the arrival of Tortoise & Hare- as they make a meal of storytelling. The perfect show for children ages 5 and up (and their parents) it includes a three-course meal crafted from fine local produce, as literature and cuisine combine. Just one catch, you’re the cook!

Early bird tickets are available for £5 until the end of September here: http://www.bikeshedtheatre.co.uk/whats-on/tortoise-...

Exeter's Princesshay shortlisted for UK's Coolest Place to Work

The search for Britain’s coolest place to work sees Princesshay in Exeter rival major cities across the nation for the top spot, with businesses in the area among the most satisfied in the UK.

In a search for the most exciting, up-and-coming business districts, nationwide property management company Capital Properties has announced a shortlist of the UK’s Coolest Places to Work.

Exeter’s premier business location made the cut thanks to its eclectic mix of heritage architecture and sleek office and retail spaces.

Princesshay now vies for the title of Coolest Place to...

Natural Light in Portraiture Masterclass

On Tuesday 14 October, Southernhay House Hotel in Exeter will host two of the country’s top portrait photographers, who are joining forces for a masterclass on capturing natural light in environmental portraiture.

The event is being run by the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP); an internationally recognised qualifying organisation with over 100 years of experience in qualifying and supporting photographers.

The well known UK & European portrait photographer, Bella West FBIPP, will lead the day by demonstrating how to achieve beautiful portraits of...

Freshers urged to get Meningitis C vaccine

Young people in Exeter, entering university for the first time this autumn, are being encouraged to get the Meningitis C vaccine booster.

Meningococcal group C disease is a rare but life-threatening disease that occurs mainly in young children and young adults.

Young people are at a greater risk of catching meningitis just after starting university as they will be mixing closely with lots of new people, some of whom may unknowingly carry the meningococcal bacteria.

Matthew Dominey, Screening and Immunisation Manager, Public Health England said: “Starting university...

Soul Funktion Christmas Ball with Dinner

Event Date: 
05/12/2014 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club

Leading soul and funk band in the South West, Soul Funktion is performing live at the Exeter Golf and Country Club Christmas Ball on Friday 5th December.

With a three course festive dinner and live music and dancing to this acclaimed band, the Christmas Ball is set to be the highlight of the Christmas season.

Tickets from 01392 874139 / info@exetergcc.co.uk

Social Media Surgery event back by popular demand

If your organisation is looking to take your social media activity to the next level or you’re ready to get things started then this could be the perfect event for you.

This FREE event being held for the second time by Doodlebug Marketing & Design is back by popular demand and will see business owners Zoe Keeping & Ben Hicks deliver four 45 minute sessions to local businesses to provide insight, advice and tips on the way forward.

It will be Taking place from 1pm on Thursday 23rd October at The Generator, Exeter.

Register your interest register today www....

Free Social Media Surgeries

Event Date: 
23/10/2014 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Venue: 
The Generator, Exeter

This free event being held for the second time by Doodlebug Marketing & Design is back by popular demand and will see business owners Zoe Keeping & Ben Hicks deliver four, 45 minute sessions to local businesses to provide insight, advice and tips on the way forward.

Register your interest register today www.doodlebugmarketing.co.uk/socialmediasurgery

Bonfire Night with Firework Display

Event Date: 
07/11/2014 - 5:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club

Bonfire Night with a huge firework is always our top night of the year. This year the Bonfire Night and Firework Display is going to be bigger and better than ever before with children’s fancy dress disco, hog roast and barbeque, children’s fun ride, mulled wine and bars open, a huge bonfire and one of the best firework displays in Exeter.

If you’re looking for the perfect firework display and Bonfire Night party for all the family – this is it.

Buy your Bonfire Night tickets now 01392 874139 http://exetergcc.co.uk/bonfire-night-fireworks/13188

India Electric Co. with Sarah Yeo live gig

Event Date: 
16/10/2014 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Golf and Country Club, Topsham Road, Exeter

India Electic Co. are returning to Exeter Golf and Country Club for another live gig following their popularity at the Steve Knightley concert back in June. The India Electric Co live gig President’s Night is on 16th October.

To raise money for Hospiscare for the Club President’s Night, India Electric Co. are returning to perform live with support from local singer songwriter, Sarah Yeo.

With recent performances as Beautiful Days, Glastonbury and many more festivals over the summer, the band are set for success with great acclaim from the music industry already.

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