A non-native species has turned up in the greenhouses of Exeter City Council's Belle Isle nursery.
A 12-ft model giraffe has taken up residence in the local authority's plant store, awaiting a golden makeover!
The African visitor will form the centre piece of the 'Growing for Gold' show garden being created by Jon Wheatly, the Chair of SW in Bloom and winner of 21 Chelsea gold medals, for the Royal Horticultural Society's Hampton Court Flower Show in London on the 8th, 9th and 10th of July.
'Gerald the Golden Giraffe', as they are calling him, will represent the...
Police Dog Sharpe has been praised for his work in finding a missing vulnerable man in Tiverton, this morning (Wednesday, June 18, 2014).
Sharpe was called with his handler PC Lee Crampton to the search to find a man with dementia who had been reported missing in Tiverton at around 8pm on Tuesday, June 17. After an initial search of the man’s property proved negative, a search around Long Mead, Tiverton, was widened at around 3am when Sharpe was called to the scene. After around 40 minutes Sharpe searched the front and rear garden of a house, before jumping a perimeter fence and...
A major project to reduce the number of people in Devon affected by skin cancer has been launched.
Our county has some of the highest rates of skin cancer in the UK, with almost 3,000 new cases per year.
Malignant melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, is the second most common cancer in the 15 – 34 year old age range. Rates in all ages have more than quadrupled in the last 40 years.
However, up to 80% of skin cancers could be prevented through practising sun safety and avoiding sunburn.
The project, funded by Devon County Council’s Public Health...
We've just filmed the second in our series of videos about emotional intelligence with Exeter based Bitpod. This one focuses on leadership; on how leaders can develop and enhance their EQi and as a result, improve performance and well-being.
Well-known Exeter-based businessman Bertie Cozic is joining forces with two successful city entrepreneurs, Alastair Banks and James Dawkins, in order to launch Source Yourself - an exciting new one-stop shop for the catering and hospitality industry. Source Yourself is an impressive online resource connecting businesses and employers with talented staff and approved suppliers.
Source Yourself is a concept which will revolutionise the hospitality and catering industry in the south west, offering an efficient alternative to the way products, supplies and staff are currently sourced....
Blue Fizz Events is super-excited to announce a fabulous two-day vintage wedding fair at Devon’s Killerton House, a beautiful National Trust property near Exeter, and once again in partnership with Crikey it’s Vintage.
On Saturday and Sunday June 21-22, from 10.30am – 6pm the Blue Fizz traditional canvas style pole tent will house a stunning selection of vintage inspired wedding suppliers for a two day extravaganza. The weekend promises to be vibrant, visual and very vintage – a fabulous day out, and a treat for any bride and groom.
As the rest of the country is glued to their screens watching the World Cup, we've challenged the South American regions, known for their football prowess, to a Wine challenge. Join us as we see how Brazil, Argentina and Chile stand up against each other when it comes to their vineyards.
Hosted by our fantastic wine supplier Bibendum, the evening will explore exciting new wines from South America's most up and coming wineries and regions. Each wine perfectly matched with a delicious and infomal 3 course South American feast.
Join us as we host a selection of fabulous foodie evenings. Sip reception drinks on the terrace, before retiring to our exclusive private dining room for an evening sharing gourmet experience with fellow food lovers. There's nothing better than fantastic food and wonderful wine shared in great company.
Seafood & Champagne | Thursday 3 July | 7pm | £65
From Devon Crab to seared scallops, relish the fruits of the sea accompanied by lots of bubbles.
An Evening in Provence | Thursday 21 August | 7pm | £59
Bursting with fresh and flavoursome cuisine, The...
The Exe Estuary Trail between Exmouth, Exeter and Dawlish is a star attraction of a new national cycling campaign launched by VisitEngland.
As the biggest nationwide cycling event in the UK, Bike Week, gets underway, the 26-mile family-friendly route is being promoted across the country as part of ‘Cycling Breaks in England’.
Featured in a guide distributed with the Guardian newspaper on Saturday (June 14) and being promoted on social media, including on Twitter #morecycling, the mainly level and off-road route offers stunning views of the Exe Estuary and its wildlife...
Join Layland and Gill Branfield on a 2 hour walk round Moorlands Farm, near Two Bridges. Hear about the life of a Dartmoor farmer and see the livestock, farming systems, habitats and historic features on this traditional high Dartmoor Farm. The tour includes seeing the remains of a unique early 20th century cableway used for moving timber. Booking is essential for these popular farm walks. Sorry no dogs.
This event is run by the Dartmoor Hill Farm Project and farmers Layland and Gill Branfield. Due to the presence of livestock on the farm...
