Even when we reach adulthood, there are stories, old wives’ tales, and myths that persist in hanging around. It can be hard to shake them off, even with cold hard scientific evidence to prove them wrong. Here are the six of the most common myths that adults believe to be true.
6 – Don’t shave; the hair will grow back thicker! This old wives’ tale has been passed down to young women getting their first razor for generations. Yes, leg hair does grow back if you shave it. No, it does not get thicker every time. If it did women would be using blowtorches for depilatory purposes by the...
Ray Harryhausen is a legendary figure in the history of animation through the models that he created for films such as Jason and the Argonauts, One Million Years B.C, and The Golden Voyage of Sinbad.
And a selection of items from The Ray and Diana Harryhausen Foundation’s collection will be exhibited at The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum at the University of Exeter until 7 October.
The exhibition provides an opportunity to see models made by Ray Harryhausen, including creatures such as Kali and Talos, as well as artwork and storyboards. There are some original items from the...
We are very pleased to be running again our highly successful Business Planning workshop on the 10th and 11th of September at Exeter University.
This workshop has given many South West business owners the knowledge, ability, confidence and inspiration to drive their business forward using their own bespoke business plan.
"I attended the Business strategy and planning workshop as a business owner constantly running out of time, spinning plates and with no real direction. I left as a business owner with a strategy on how to implement a properly defined path of direction, how...
Bicton Arena has announced it has been awarded international status for its August 2015 horse trials.
The venue will run CIC and CIC2 classes. Both are regarded as a necessary stepping stones for riders wishing to compete at international level in the UK and Europe.
Arena manager Helen West said: “We canvassed competitors and the support we have received in our quest to gain a CIC for the area has been overwhelming. We then took our case to British Eventing, the sport’s governing body, who agreed with us that there is a lack of opportunity in the South West.
People are being urged to help cut the number of towing related incidents on the country’s major roads this summer by checking their caravan or trailer before setting out.
There were 516 towing related incidents recorded on Highways Agency roads in the South West between July and September in 2013, and 2415 incidents nationally, each potentially causing long delays and distress to those involved.
But many of these incidents could have been avoided if a few simple checks had been carried out, particularly where the caravan or trailer had not been used since the previous year...
In August 2014 the world marks the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of the First World War. In Exeter the recruitment of civilians into the forces began in earnest in August 1914.
These recruitment events captured the spirit of that time when nobody expected the war to last so long or for the losses to be so severe. Unexpected has created a reinterpretation of the enthusiastic, optimistic recruitment events which encouraged the men and boys from Exeter to enlist in 1914.
Raise Morale! Do Your Bit! Be examined by the Sergeant Major, grab an enlistment pass. Participate in...
This embroidered hanging is the creation of artist and embroidery tutor Adrienne Howells. The six foot high black and white artwork depicts scenes from the trenches, with red silk poppies appliquéd onto banners either side, honouring those who died in the First World War.
Poppies are available for visitors to write the name of a family member who served; each poppy will be sewn around the main image. All donations will go to support the work of the British Legion.
First World War Centenary 2014-18. The First World War changed the way we live. RAMM’s four-year programme of...
Learn more about the power of plants. It is the year 1602; meet, watch and help our Herb Women preparing natural remedies in the Tudor Kitchen. Using a variety of plants gathered from their own physick garden and from the wild places of the former Polsloe Priory, they will be preparing infusions, tisanes, poultices and healing salves for the benefit and well being of the Hurst-Clifton household.
St Nicholas Priory is a hidden jewel just a short walk from the city centre: This splendid Grade 1 listed building was originally part of Exeter’s first medieval monastery. It is now...
RAMM has a wonderful collection of clocks and watches. But before these were invented other ways were used to keep track of time including the stars, sundials, water clocks, hourglasses and candles. Make and decorate a sundial for your sunny spot.
Adults are expected to stay with their children while they participate and must remain with them if they are under 8 years of age. Some activities are messy so please wear clothes that can get dirty. Aprons will be provided. Tickets can be purchased on the day from the Garden reception.
Creation Station family sessions are suitable for 1 to 11 year olds and easily accommodate siblings of different ages. Every session is inspired by a collection at RAMM and participants look, learn, imagine and make something to take home. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets £6, £3 siblings
Tickets in advance from Creation Station. Contact Erin Blake on 0844 824 4534, email erinblake@thecreationstation.co.uk
