Exeter Pride, the region's biggest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) parade takes place on 23 March. Here is a complete guide to what's on in the run up to and on the day of the parade:
Tuesday 19 March
Fusion Club Night Vaults Bar & Club, Gandy Street, Exeter A club night to kick off Exeter Pride. Free entry and drinks promos, 9pm-2am.
Thursday 21 March
University Pride Think and Action Day The Forum, University of Exeter Performances by student groups, accapella singers, dance, music, plus a series of mini lectures, all welcome, free,...
To celebrate National Science and Engineering Week The Devon Carousel Project are running an afternoon of science play for under 5s and their families.
Working with the theme of "Invention and Discovery" they be exploring the wonders of the natural world through experience, experiment, movement and art. Through fun activities find out why plants are amazing…
The Carousel Project is an Exeter-based social enterprise bringing creative learning, new experiences and outdoor adventure to early years children and their families.
Adapted from her own book of children's poetry, popular TV presenter Michaela Strachan will take families on a delightful journey through an alphabet jungle of animal rhymes.
From Antelopes to Zebras, from orphaned orangutans to polar bear dentistry, this is a whistle-stop interactive show full of poetry, dancing, music and lots of fascinating wildlife facts.
The show is directed by award-winning Malachi Bogdanov and Michaela will be signing copies of her book after the show.
Suitable for children ageed 3-6.
Tickets: £12, family ticket: £33 for 3 plus up to...
A special river trip for Easter Sunday departing from Exmouth.
Sail the tranquil waters of the River Exe Estuary whilst enjoying a ploughman's buffet of local produce including salads, ham, cheeses, pickles and chutney.
The boat is covered and heated so we can travel whether it's rain or shine and there is a licensed bar on board.
Tickets: £13 adults, £10 children.
Telephone 01395 279693 to secure your place. www.stuartlinecruises.co.uk
Lots of fun for all the family over Easter at Seaton's historic tramway attraction.
Children – ask for your Easter Activity sheet and join in the Easter fun. Spot the April Fool on Easter Monday?
Adults - Driver’s Eye Experience available on Easter Monday 1st April at Colyton Station.
Ever thought you would like to be a tram driver? Now is your chance.
Together with your driving instructor, drive one of our trams from Colyton Station to Colyford and return for only £25 per person which also includes a souvenir certificate. Guest passengers pay £6.50 per...
Children will love to meet our very own Willy Wonka and Mrs Fudge throughout the holidays.
The amazing Chocolatier and his assistants will be on form for some candy capers at the Castle.
There will be lots to see and you can discover the science behind sweets and chocolates too. There will be a special Easter trail for children to follow around the grounds to win a prize and of course all the usual wonderful attractions.
Sessions take place at 12.15pm and 2.45pm. Pick up your session ticket on arrival. This event is included in a child's admission.
Visit Crealy during the Easter bank holiday weekend and each child will receive a mini pack of Haribo Bunny Mix.
Join in the Easter hunt across the park and if you find three bunnies you will be able to enter our special Easter Lucky Dip where you’ll get the chance to win a holiday, plus lots of other prizes to be won.
This year’s new attractions will be open for the first time over Easter:
Jump aboard the New Safari Express – as you set off for a Safari adventure, see how many different animals you can spot as you enjoy the new family ride.
Rumours and rumblings about the potential arrival of Swedish giant IKEA to Exeter's growing list of big name retailers have rumbled on for years - in 2001 plans to open a store failed because the City Council was unable to identify a site of sufficient size to satisfy the retail giant's needs.
However, we could well be moving a step closer to this becoming reality. It is now believed that a site near Sandy Park and opposite Tesco has been identified as of a sufficient size and therefore the preferred site following discussions with Exeter City Council.
GEMFEST is an indoor festival in March raising money for Brain Tumour UK/The Brain Tumour Charity.
The festival will be divided into 2 sections.
The daytime is a family orientated event and will be free of charge to attend. There will be a performing arts workshops (some of which need to be prebooked), arts and crafts, storytelling, stalls, films, facepainting, games, competitions and more. Some activities have a small charge to cover costs but most of it is free. This will run from 12-5pm. The evening runs from 6pm-2am and will be tickets only.
Enjoy a dance on the platform or just listen to the fabulous Coly River Jazz band at Colyton Station 7.30pm-10.30pm.
Great entertainment and a delicious Exeter Stew with Savoury doughboys and homemade crusty bread together with a wonderful tram ride along the Axe Estuary.
The tram departs from Seaton at 7pm and Colyton Station 10.30pm.
Tram, entertainment and food: £23 adults, £17 children (3-15 years), £5 children under 3. Entertainment and food: £18 adults, £12 children (3-15 years), £5 children under 3.
Tickets available from Seaton Tramway, gift shops...
