The first ever sculpture exhibition held at Overbeck’s, the exotic hidden garden overlooking Salcombe estuary and the sea, is proving to be a great success with visitors this summer.
Each of the ten sculptures chosen for the exhibition, entitled ‘An Uncommon Quest’, is as unique and spectacular as Overbeck’s sub-tropical garden. Inspired by the beautiful natural forms all around, they reflect the spirit of Overbeck’s as a place of curiosity, discovery and creativity.
Mother and son, Coral and Bruin Valentine from Cumbria, visited Overbeck’s recently. After spending time...
On Saturday 13 July the National Trust South Devon rangers joined forces with New Barton farm tenants, Tim and Charlotte Jakins, for the annual ‘From Field to Plate’ open day. The sun shone, and a large crowd of visitors soon formed at the farm.
The aim of the day was to reconnect consumers to their food, giving people a better understanding of the countryside and how their food is produced. It also promoted the purchase of local food and produce, such as New Barton Farm’s own range, Moostone Meats.
Tractor and trailer tours occurred throughout the day and were very much...
Starbucks and Costas are now ten a penny across The UK, and globally. Luckily for Exeter residents and visitors a new tea room has burst on to the scene offering them beautiful things, amazing service, and just something that little bit different.
The Hidden Treasure Tea Room, located at New Bridge Street just off from Fore Street, opened on the 13 July and has been a roaring success ever since.
Vicki Parks, the owner of the tea room said: ‘’ The feedback has all been really positive.
‘’I keep asking people for criticism and nobody has been able to give me any so...
On Saturday 27 July, car owners visiting or staying at the Southgate Hotel will have the opportunity to get their cars cleaned by a team of employees. At only £5 per car, it means your car will be returned to you 'wheely' sparkly-clean.
All proceeds are in aid of our nominated charity of the year: Hospiscare, Caring in Devon!
Hospiscare is a local charity providing an all-encompassing service for people with a terminal diagnosis. All of their services are provided free of charge with the support of the local community.
James Sharp - General Manager of Sidholme Hotel, Sidmouth. Chairman of Exeter and Heart of Devon Hotels and Restaurants Association, President of Sidmouth & District Hospitality Association and a Director of the Heart of Devon Area Tourism Partnership - talks to The Exeter Daily about his favourite Exeter hotspots and hidden treasures.
How would you describe yourself in 5 words? Hospitality, Food & Drink enthusiast
How would you describe Exeter in 5 words? Thriving city nestled in countryside
What brought you to Exeter? Promotion within the company and...
Exeter Leukaemia Fund were delighted to welcome special guest, Olympian and ELF Vice Patron, Jo Pavey, to their second Let’s Talk Running event which was held at the Buckerell Lodge Hotel on Tuesday 23 July.
The events are held for runners of all abilities who are currently training to run an event in aid of ELF, have run for ELF in the past, or are interested in running for ELF in the future.
The relaxed, informal and interactive atmosphere at the Buckerell Lodge ensured that the evening flew past, with Jo talking to the attendees about her experiences in the world of...
Crew volunteers rescued a novice kitesurfer from Exmouth’s ‘duckpond’ in the rising tide on 25 July. Later that afternoon, the inshore lifeboat was tasked to rescue two people in the water after their trimaran capsized near the marina.
Brixham coastguard tasked the inshore lifeboat George Bearman at 9.34am, responding to an emergency call to a kitesurfer in difficulties in the Exe estuary. Crew volunteers Scott Ranft, Roy Stott and Guy Munnings located the casualty, a man from Exeter, within five minutes of launching.
The man was in the ‘duckpond’, an area of the estuary...
The wilder side of towns and cities in the South West is explored in a one-off documentary on BBC One (South West) on Thursday 1 August at 7.00pm.
Presented by Nick Baker and Sam Smith, Urban Jungle is part of the BBC's Summer of Wildlife season of programming and showcases events that will celebrate the UK’s unique and extraordinary wildlife. The aim is to inspire and galvanise people to discover more about the incredible species and habitats on their doorstep. Nick Baker heads to Exeter to see how the industrial landscape can be transformed into a haven for wildlife. He visits...
A private dental practice, located in the heart of Exeter, has celebrated a successful first year of business as The Exeter Dental Centre with the launch of a new seven-day service.
The introduction of the centre’s new, seven-day opening this month has marked the first anniversary of new ownership by Michael Hesketh. To celebrate, staff, patients and local businesses joined together at a drinks reception on Tuesday, 23 July.
During the event principal dentist and owner, Michael Hesketh, thanked his staff and patients for their support and talked about the success of the...
You are pleased to learn that your charity has been left a large legacy or even the residue of the Estate under a generous donor's Will. Then 'bang' comes the solicitors' letter – a disappointed beneficiary does not think the Will is valid. A legacy officer's nightmare no doubt and one which in these trying times is becoming more common, not less.
Probate litigation has increased in recent years and appears set to continue to do so. Statistics from the Ministry of Justice show that probate actions nearly doubled during the period from 2006 to 2011....
