Exeter expert secures place among world's "most inspiring" engineers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 01/31/2022 - 11:13pm

One of the University of Exeter’s most eminent and distinguished engineers has been celebrated as being amongst the world’s most influential academics in his field.

Professor Ken Evans, a leading expert in Materials Engineering, features in a new prominent list of the most inspiring engineers and technologists, published by the Institution of Engineering and Technology.

The campaign features 95 of the most illustrious experts from across the globe, both past and present, who have made a “significant impact” through their work.

Professor Evans features alongside...

Finishing touches at St Sidwell’s Point ahead of long-awaited opening

New images reveal Exeter’s iconic new leisure centre St Sidwell’s Point as the finishing touches are put in place ahead of opening in the spring.

St Sidwell’s Point is the UK’s first leisure centre built to the super energy efficient Passivhaus standard.

The unique facility in the heart of the city centre has been funded by the City Council and constructed by Kier.

It features an eight-lane, 25m main pool and four-lane, 20m learner pool, both with moveable floors making learning to swim accessible to all who visit.

St Sidwell’s Point, which is next to...

290 new affordable homes for local people in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 01/31/2022 - 10:24pm

Local housing association Aster Group is set to build 290 new affordable homes in Devon after securing nine new development deals, representing one of its biggest ever single investments in the county.

The new affordable homes for local people will be built in locations including:

  • 102 in Cranbrook, Exeter
  • 61 in Matford, Exeter
  • 22 in Swan Park, Dawlish
  • 17 Mead Park, Bickington
  • 17 Larkbear Tawcroft in Barnstable.

Construction is already underway at Mead Park and Larkbear Tawcroft, with the first tranche of...

How to make a road sign for your business

Many of Exeter’s thousands of businesses make use of signage to attract customers and to ensure that deliveries make it to their store or facility. These signs can be difficult to erect, given that you’ll often require some planning permission or permission from the local authority to even begin planning them. Even after that permission is granted, you’ll need to find a sign producer to get your sign made so that it lasts for decades to come. Here are some key tips to help you plan a sign that’ll lead consumers, clients, and logistics firms to your business.

Planning

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Improv with Cathy: Short-form improv workshop

Improv with Cathy: Short-form improv workshop

Event Date: 
20/03/2022 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Community Centre, 17 St. Davids Hill, Exeter EX4 3RG

Improv with Cathy is an intensive and fun exploration into body, mind and feelings with an emphasis on how we can all play together and all win.

Benefits include: Improves ability to think on your feet; helps develop confidence and creativity; introduces refreshing ways to connect and communicate, prepares you for better performance, whether on stage, at work, in life.

Rather than taking you beyond your comfort zone, Cathy helps you make your comfort zone bigger.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/creative-culture-south-west-17876957823

Improv with Cathy: Short-form improv workshop

Improv with Cathy: Short-form improv workshop

Event Date: 
20/02/2022 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Community Centre, 17 St. Davids Hill, Exeter EX4 3RG

Improv with Cathy is an intensive and fun exploration into body, mind and feelings with an emphasis on how we can all play together and all win.

Benefits include: Improves ability to think on your feet; helps develop confidence and creativity; introduces refreshing ways to connect and communicate, prepares you for better performance, whether on stage, at work, in life.

Rather than taking you beyond your comfort zone, Cathy helps you make your comfort zone bigger.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/creative-culture-south-west-17876957823

Exeter Recycling Scheme wins National Award

Exeter City Council and Exeter City Football Club (ECFC) have won a national recycling award for their innovative scheme, Cans 4 City, which encourages Exeter football fans to recycle used drink cans while also raising money for charity.

The team behind Cans 4 City were presented with a Green Can Award by not-for-profit Every Can Counts in recognition of their outstanding recycling efforts.    

The prize-giving took place during half-time in Saturday’s match against Hartlepool United, with over 5000 fans in attendance.  

 Since 2020, the initiative has collected...

Off the Cuff: Short-form improv theatre evening

Off the Cuff: Short-form improv theatre evening

Event Date: 
17/02/2022 - 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Venue: 
1 Guinea St, Exeter EX1 1BS

A night of unpredictable fun! Join us for the only regular improv theatre jam evening below Bristol. Off the Cuff is our regular short-form improvisation theatre evening where a team of performers puts together scenes, songs, and stories from audience suggestions. All scenes are created in the moment, and no two shows are ever the same.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/off-the-cuff-short-form-improv-theatre-evening-tickets-259446039087

Sam Morgan's Improvisation Studio

Sam Morgan's Improvisation Studio

Event Date: 
03/04/2022 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Community Centre, 17 St. Davids Hill, Exeter EX4 3RG

Sam Morgan is an experienced, BBC-certified actor, comedian, and Improv specialist. His workshop will help you tread the boards with extreme confidence, or at the very least, crack witty off-the-cuff jokes to your friends! Spontaneity can go a long way in work and life, not just on the stage.

No need prior experience; Sam’s workshops are open to everyone!

One last perk: if you attend you will also have the opportunity to perform at Off the Cuff, Creative Culture South West’s bi-monthly improv night. What’s not to love? We’ll see you there!

More info here: https://...

Sam Morgan's Improvisation Studio

Sam Morgan's Improvisation Studio

Event Date: 
06/03/2022 - 11:00am to 1:00pm

Sam Morgan is an experienced, BBC-certified actor, comedian, and Improv specialist. His workshop will help you tread the boards with extreme confidence, or at the very least, crack witty off-the-cuff jokes to your friends! Spontaneity can go a long way in work and life, not just on the stage.

No need prior experience; Sam’s workshops are open to everyone!

One last perk: if you attend you will also have the opportunity to perform at Off the Cuff, Creative Culture South West’s bi-monthly improv night. What’s not to love? We’ll see you there!

More info here: https://...

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