Westpoint is a fantastic summer event - a place to come into the presence of God and learn, love and go alongside hundreds of his people.
Newfrontiers Churches from the South and South West are holding their annual bible weekend at Westpoint from 22rd - 25th August. They expect to see 2000 adults, young people and children attend, with main meetings in the Arena and camping on site.
There will be a wide and varied programme of events across the weekend including: Sports and Games, Big Meetings, Prayer, Fantastic Childrens Activities.
In a moving presentation to Exeter Enterprise Rotary Club, Lt. Colonel Gary Green spoke about how he responded to a personal tragedy in his own life caused by the death from cancer of his wife four years ago. Rather than do nothing, he saw this as a unique opportunity to raise money initially to thank those who cared for his wife, by doing a 1,000 km ski challenge.
Having completed this challenge, he then decided to create a challenge which would involve Commandos raising money for Commandos. Out of this came the idea of the 1664 Challenge. He realised that in 2014, the Corps of...
Find out more about our feathered friends in RAMM’s birds’ gallery. RSPB experts will be on hand to answer your questions on the collections and the work of the RSPB.
Free guided wildlife tours through RAMM start in the In Find Feather gallery at 11am and 2pm. The tours are a 20 to 30 minute walk around the museum discovering the fantastic wildlife on display and how the RSPB is helping to protect it. Discover underwater wonders around Devon's shores, learn how bees are saving the UK millions of pounds a year, find out which piece of clothing inspired the RSPB's origins and how...
Bees are essential to us all but they are in trouble. Meet local beekeeper Rob Paskell for an introduction to beekeeping and bee-haviour. Rob is a member of the British Beekeepers Association.
Dont be late for the tea party. Follow Alice down the rabbit hole to meet the weird and wonderful characters in Wonderland!
The interactive sessions take place at 12.30 and 2.30. Each child wishing to take part will be given a session ticket on arrival. Gather in the courtyard at your given time and wait for the fun to begin! Each session lasts about 50 minutes.
Children will love to follow the treasure trail around the grounds too. This can be done in their own time and they win a prize for doing it! All our other attractions open as usual from our nature trail to meeting...
Residents in Sidmouth have been helping shape redevelopment plans for their library.
A recent consultation, which attracted more than 300 responses, aimed to gather the view of residents on how they would like to see the library facilities improved, including what services and activities should be on offer.
Comments and suggestions were looked at carefully, and the designs have been amended to reflect the consultation responses.
The results showed lots of support for improving access for children, young people and their families and plans include moving the children...
Captain Jack and his lively crew are back from Tortuga for some more pirate antics. Your last chance to meet him this season!
The interactive sessions take place at 12.30 and 2.30. Each child wishing to take part will be given a session ticket on arrival. Gather in the courtyard at your given time and wait for the fun to begin! Each session lasts about 50 minutes.
Children will love to follow the treasure trail around the grounds too. This can be done in their own time and they win a prize for doing it! All our other attractions open as usual from our nature trail to...
A special show event for all lovers of horses and agricultural events.
From Plough to Loaf will be demonstrated; ploughing, rolling, harrowing and drilling. Corn will be cut with a binder drawn by three shire horses. Brae will be baked on the field and a commentator will explain the whole process.
Other ring events include an opportunity to 'Have a Go' at ploughing following instruction.
