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
During Tudor times, silver spoons had finials which might be in the form of a person or an animal as with RAMM’s famous Gilbert spoon on display in the Making History gallery. Make a Tudor spoon, engrave it and add a finial of your own design.
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.
Meet at Northernhay Gardens entrance, off Queen Street in Exeter
Spend a relaxing hour or so with members of Devon Wildlife Trust Exeter Group and find out which flowers are causing a buzz with bees, butterflies and other insects, plus tips on identifying common bumblebees.
For more information, call 01392 279244 E contactus@devonwildlifetrust.org
Discover a hidden jewel just a short walk from the city centre: Join a guide for extra insight into this splendid Grade 1 listed building. Originally part of Exeter’s first medieval monastery, St Nicholas Priory is presented as a richly furnished Tudor home in 1602 style based on evidence from inventories and archaeology.
Tickets are available online or from the Royal Albert Memorial Museum reception in person or by phone using a credit or debit card on 01392 265858 during opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm.
Take a 40-minute behind the scenes tour. See some of the reserve collections and find out more about the conservation, display and storage of objects.
Tickets are available online or from the Royal Albert Memorial Museum reception in person or by phone using a credit or debit card on 01392 265858 during opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm.
10.30am - noon
Entry £7 (£5)
Tickets are also available in person or by phone using a credit or debit card on 01392 265858 during opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm
