Exeter’s mid November meeting is when students descend on Haldon Hill to enjoy a free day at the races.
Anyone who is studying, whether its for a degree, or a British Horse Society exam is welcome to attend for free, as long as they possess a valid student card.
A free behind the scenes tour precedes the six races, and Luke Harvey will be offering his tips from the winners’ enclosure too.
Students are also eligible for a 50 per cent discount off Grandstand and Paddock tickets throughout the season.
Seven races are on the card with the first off at 1.40pm and...
Haldon Gold Cup Day at Exeter is Devon’s premier race meeting and everyone who loves great racing, fresh air and being in the thick of the action makes it a date in their diary.
It’s when Haldon Hill is buzzing with excitement at the prospect of some of the country’s very best racehorses vying to add their name to the BetVictor Haldon Gold Cup’s prestigious role call.
This year to add to the excitement, past winners, including Planet of Sound and Medermit, will be parading prior to the race.
The two miles race is fast and furious and spectacular leaps are guaranteed...
Local residents are being challenged to abseil 80 feet down the side of Princesshay Shopping Centre dressed as Santa for charity. Action for Children is seeking daredevils who will raise vital funds for the country’s most vulnerable children, young people and their families by taking part in its Advent Abseil on Saturday 30 November. It is hoped the event will see hordes of Santas stepping safely off the top of the local landmark, 80 feet up in the air. Action for Children fundraiser, Jamie Lee, said: “Christmas can be a very difficult time for many families. By dressing as Santa and...
Do you have piles of clothes that you no longer wear? Do you wish you had a whole new wardrobe but can't afford a shopping spree? Then this is the event for you!! Join us at County Hall's clothes swapping event and swap 'til you drop!
How it works:
Drop off your clothes, shoes and accessories in advance of the event (either by prior arrangement or by turning up to the event 30 mins or so early). For each item you bring you will receive one ticket. At 5pm on the day you can begin swapping your tickets for new items....
The Honiton Waste Not Want Not Events are held on the first Saturday morning of every month 9-12. Declutter your home, garden and garage, bring along your unwanted items, take away items for free!
Free entry.
The more people bring, the greater the choice on the day.
Nothing to bring? No problem, just come along and find a freebie anyway!
Tiverton Museum is delighted to be the only museum to become a finalist in the Small Visitor Attraction category at the Devon Tourism Awards. Reaching this stage means that the museum will win either Gold, Silver, Bronze or Highly Commended awards.
Andrea Rowe Chairman of Trustees commented: "Tiverton Museum has shown that it consistently provides an excellent experience for tourists who are always delighted at its value for money, with children going free and adults finding plenty to amuse them."
The museum was awarded the Bronze Award for Visitor Attraction at last year’s...
All eyes were turned to the skies in Exeter this lunchtime (Monday 21 October) when a four-engined Hercules Transporter aircraft made a low level fly past over Exeter to mark the start of the Freedom of the City ceremony for RAF Brize Norton. Despite the poor visibility, meaning that it was only visible for moments before disappearing into low cloud, and the constant drizzle of rain, the fly past was warmly cheered by a slightly damp but enthusiastic crowd.
Over 100 serving Airmen from RAF Brize Norton, accompanied by the Band of the RAF Regiment, marched through Exeter city centre...
Exeter Corn Exchange is to host another of its very successful Bhangra Extravaganzas on Friday 8 November, this time with the added bonus of a slice of Bollywood as the Bollywood Brass Band feature in a celebration of 100 years of Bollywood cinema.
The event organised by the Corn Exchange in association with the Asian Arts Agency & Exeter Friends of Gujarat kicks off with an authentic Gugarati Special Thali meal before the entertainment begins with the famous Bollywood Brass Band performing some of the world’s greatest pop songs played in new arrangements and accompanied by...
More than 600 public sector workers from Exeter could be owed a share of £2.6million for mis-sold add-on pension schemes, according to leading Exeter-based Financial Claims Management Company EMCAS.
Public sector employees, who make up two fifths (37%) of all workers in Exeter, are being urged to take the time to check whether they could have been mis-sold a Free Standing Additional Voluntary Contributions (FSAVC) policy as a claim could lead to a more comfortable retirement. It could also help cushion the impact of recent pension reforms, which mean public sector workers face cuts...
