Police are appealing for witnesses of a fatal collision near Totnes on the Friday 14th February. Richard Golborn, a 47-year-old man from Plymouth, was travelling on the A385 from Totnes to Avonwick when at around 2pm his car, a black Ford Focus, left the road and collided with a tree. Members of the public stopped and assisted with first aid for Mr Golbron but his injuries tragically proved to be fatal. Police officers closed the road for investigation and are now keen to trace anyone who witnessed the collision or who saw the car travelling shortly before the incident to call police on...
Fire crews have worked through the night to tackle a fire hitting a farm building in Okehampton. Crews were first called to the scene shortly after 4am and work to douse the flames continued until nearly 10am this morning. The fire, thought to be accidental, started in a single story farm building filled with large amounts of hay, straw, corn and animal feeds as well as some light farm machinery, half of which was consumed by the flames. The fire was extinguished by fire crews using three hose reel jets, one compressed air foam systems jet and two breathing apparatus wearers. Devon and...
The exhibition ‘Soft Estate’, the title of which derives from the Highways Agency term used to describe the natural habitats that have evolved along motorways and trunk roads, looks at how green borders offer a refuge for wildlife and a modern form of wilderness in the midst of intense urbanisation and agrochemical farming.
Artist and academic Edward Chell investigates these contemporary motorway landscapes, linking them to 18th century ideas of the picturesque to explore the interface between history, ecology, roads and travel through a series of new works.
The Beacons are a four piece indie-rock band hailing from Exmouth. Taking influences from artists such as Two Door Cinema Club, John Frusciante, Alex Clare and Little Comets, the band has created a fresh, exciting sound and their energetic live shows ensure audiences are hooked from start to finish. Relentless touring across the UK has led to the band receiving a great deal of interest from BBC Radio and other radio stations, including interviews, sessions and airplay on BBC Introducing, BBC Radio Devon, Exeter FM and GasHouse Radio (Philadelphia, US). Recent support slots alongside Hard-...
Budding performers got their chance to shine last week as auditions for the upcoming community project, The Day We Played Brazil, continued in venues across Exeter.
Beginning at Exeter Northcott Theatre and also stopping at Exeter City’s St James’ Park and the University of Exeter Streatham Campus, singers, dancers and actors took part in the relaxed workshop-auditions which involved playing drama games, singing, and acting parts of the script in large groups.
One auditionee at St James’ Park said “There was a bit of script work, some great warm –ups and some movement,...
Following the recent success of the Performance Related Pay seminar held in Gloucester, Classpeople will be holding a second at Exeter Racecourse.
Classpeople will be hosting the opportunity for teachers and schools' senior management to discuss recent changes to teacher pay legislation on March 19 at Exeter Racecourse.
"The proposed changes to teachers' salary means awareness must be raised on how this will affect teaching staff and ensure schools are prepared for these reforms. We've invited teachers and schools across Devon to attend the event after a successful session...
Following the recent success of the Performance Related Pay seminar held in Gloucester, Classpeople will be holding a second at Exeter Racecourse. Classpeople will be hosting the opportunity for teachers and schools' senior management to discuss recent changes to teacher pay legislation on March 19 at Exeter Racecourse.
"The proposed changes to teachers' salary means awareness must be raised on how this will affect teaching staff and ensure schools are prepared for these reforms. We've invited teachers and schools across Devon to attend the event after a successful session in...
Exeter Bach Society and Orchestra will perform JS Bach's sacred oratorio the St John Passion on Saturday 29 March in Exeter's Mint Methodist Church.
The St John Passion is a dramatic representation of the Passion as told in the Gospel of John. It was composed for the the Good Friday Vespers service of 1724 when Bach was responsible for church music at the St Thomas Church and the St Nicholas Church in Leipzig.
The Exeter Bach Society was founded in 1995 by Alderman Ramon Yeo, an accomplished organist and admirer of Bach’s many compositions. Since its formation the society...
Coming to the Westpoint Arena in March 2014, The Big Cake Show will feature celebrity chefs, competitions, baking demonstrations, kid's kitchen, Winners of TV's Biggest Baking Show as well as lots of opportunities to browse and buy with over 100 stands.
Featuring the chance to meet and watch the nations favourite baking chefs including, Mary Berry, Paul Hollywood, Phil Vickery, John Whaite, Edd Kimber and the MasterChef finalist.
Spring is officially here! So come along to Escot and take part in our fun spring event.
Pick up a copy of our Signs of Spring tick sheet and see how many signs of spring you can spot in the park and in your own garden. This is the time of year when birds start to build their nests so come and have a go at making your own nest and decorate your very own stone eggs.
This event is free but normal park entry fee applies to non-members.
