Police appeal for witnesses of robbery in Honiton high street

Banwell Antiques Ltd suffered a robbery today in which a large quantity of jewellery was stolen.

The offence took place at 9 am today (22nd March 2014). A female shop worker was attacked by a lone male suspect as she opened the store to start work.

A full lost of the items stolen can be found at http://www.devon-cornwall.police.uk/NewsAppeals/15102

The suspect is described as a white male of slim build, heavily unshaven, short dark hair, aged between 30 – 50 years. He was wearing a blue coat, blue denim jeans, black trainers, beige coloured flat cap and was carrying...

Flood Recovery Minister Visits Devon and Dorset

Authored by Huw Oxburgh
Posted: Sat, 03/22/2014 - 4:16pm

The newly appointed flood recovery minister for Devon and Dorset has been visiting victims of the flooding in both counties earlier today.

The new minister, Mr Oliver Letwin, the MP for West Dorset also held meetings today in Exeter and Dorchester to meet businesses and residents to understand the impact across the region and work that needs to be done.

In his new role, Mr Letwin will assess the how effectively parties, such as the Environment Agency, utilities companies and local authorities, worked together,during the severe winter weather to explore any weaknesses in...

Garden Photography for Beginners

Event Date: 
12/04/2014 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Venue: 
Poltimore House and Grounds

Garden Photography for Beginners

Saturday12 April, 9am-noon, in the Studio and Grounds at Poltimore House.

An opportunity to spend a morning with Philip Smith, the renowned garden photographer behind the International Garden Photographer of the Year Competition. A one hour talk will be followed by a practical demonstration of photography in our gardens. The talk will take place in the Studio, followed by afternoon tea or coffee served with a choice of cake (included in the price) before venturing out into the garden for a demonstration. Bring your own camera, as you will...

Easter Egg hunt

Event Date: 
05/04/2014 - 9:30am to 21/04/2014 - 4:30pm
Venue: 
Escot Estate, Ottery St Mary

To get into the swing of the easter holidays our Easter egg hunt takes place all day every day until the 21st April.

Collect a clue sheet from the kiosk and see if you can find the eggs hidden around the park. A chocolate prize and certificate is awarded for every completed clue sheet.

During Easter weekend we have a very special GOLDEN EASTER EGG HUNT - keep your eyes peeled for these very special eggs hidden around the park - each egg contains a very special prize!

Cost £1 per clue sheet.

Escot entry fee applies to non-members.

http://www.escot-...

South West Quilt Festival

Event Date: 
04/04/2014 - 10:30am to 06/04/2014 - 4:30pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

This is a fantastic opportunity for all quilting enthusiasts. The show features a large display of quilts from all over the world as well as Patchwork and Quilting suppliers stands. Quilting enthusiasts and personalities will be on hand to 'show you how'!

Workshops are available, and can only be booked at the Show on a first come, first served basis.

There are good on site facilities including a restaurant, disabled facilities, easy and instant access with free parking.

Opening times: 10am - 4.30pm

http://www.grosvenorshows.co.uk/

Philip Clayton and Chris Prindl exhibition

Event Date: 
30/03/2014 - 4:15pm to 27/04/2014 - 4:15pm
Venue: 
The Art Room, Fore Street, Topsham

Philip Clayton Since graduating from Central St. Martins, Philip Clayton has combined his painting life with a career in art education. His work concentrates on recording the environment, especially landscape, using the medium of oil paint ‘en plein-air’. This exhibition will feature scenes from London, France and Devon.

Chris Prindl Chris Prindl started making pots in 1987 with Toshiko Takaezu while at Princeton University. After graduating he went to Japan as an apprentice to Takao Okazaki in Yamagata. It was here he honed the skills to express his Japanese sensitivity with clay...

Jungle Jim

Event Date: 
18/04/2014 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Devon's Crealy Great Adventure Park

Join Jungle Jim, the multi award-winning entertainer here at Devon's Crealy Great Adventure Park, As Jungle Jim, creates a 'Rumble in the Jungle' with all his Jungle friends including Pee Wee the elephant, Dandelion, Slippy the seal, Rufus the gorilla, Scratch the rat, Pippo the hippo, Camilla the ostrich and lots more. Jim and his gang will provide a unique, unforgettable show.

Appearing at 11.30am 1.00pm 2.30pm 4.00pm

www.crealy.co.uk

Peppa Pig

Event Date: 
16/04/2014 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Devon's Crealy Great Adventure Park

Loveable Peppa will be trotting into the South West’s No.1 Family Attraction for a day full of laughter and fun. Recognised as one of the greatest children’s television shows, Peppa Pig will delight guests with Story Time appearances in the Showtime Arena.

Appearing at 11.00am 12 noon 1.00pm 2.00pm 3.00pm

www.crealy.co.uk

Postman Pat

Event Date: 
09/04/2014 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Devon's Crealy Great Adventure Park

Guaranteed to deliver lots of fun and laughter, everyone’s favourite Postman from Greendale, Postman Pat® and his black and white cat Jess, will visit the Park to perform a series of Mini Shows in the Show Dome.

Accompanied by his friend Ben Taylor, General Manager of the Post Office, the loveable characters will lead families through exciting adventures which are sure to delight children of all ages.

Appearing at 11.30am 1.00pm 2.30pm 4.00pm

www.crealy.co.uk

Bugz Unlimited

Event Date: 
28/03/2014 - 9:00am
Venue: 
Devon's Crealy Great Adventure Park

The animals have always been at the heart of Crealy and this year, theyhave invested again in their Animal Barn.

Crealy welcome Bugz Unlimited this Easter, an interactive bug show that will see ants, cockroaches and many other creepy crawlies make their new home with us here at Crealy.

If that was not exciting enough, you will see their brand new bunny land where our bunnies can enjoy a whole new play area from Easter.

For the little ones, we are creating a colouring area specifically in the barn for the children to colour in their favourite animals.

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