Award-winning architectural practice Poynton Bradbury Architects has marked its 50th anniversary with an exciting expansion—opening a new studio in Exeter to serve Devon and Somerset communities more closely.

Founded in St Ives, Cornwall, the firm is celebrated for its commitment to sustainable, community-led, and heritage-sensitive design. The new office, opened in 2024, is led by Associate Architect Kate Wotton, who brings more than a decade of experience, particularly in public-sector and educational architecture.

“Opening our Exeter studio strengthens our ability to...

Devon and Torbay libraries are set to burst with colour, sound, and imagination this autumn as Libraries Unlimited unveils its exciting new programme, running from 1st August to 31st October, under the vibrant theme ‘Get Creating’.

Far from the quiet spaces of the past, libraries will host everything from craft workshops and discos to live theatre and concerts. Visitors can learn to make musical instruments, explore bugs, build fantasy houses, or create watercolours, mosaics and screen-prints—all within their local library.

Libraries will transform by day and night....

A powerful and uplifting art exhibition titled ‘This City We Live In’ is now open to the public at CoLab Exeter, running from 24 July to 16 September 2025.

The exhibition is free to visit Monday to Friday, 10am–1pm and 2pm–4pm, at Wat Tyler House, 3 King William Street, Exeter, EX4 6PD.

The exhibition features artwork created by people supported by local charities Julian House and CoLab through a creative group called CoLab Creativity. The group is funded by the Urban Learning Academy (ULA) via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Since launching in September 2024,...

A torchlit procession, ethereal harmonies, and festive magic await as the Mediaeval Baebes bring their enchanting Twelfth Moon concert to Exeter Cathedral on Saturday 6th December. Renowned for their spellbinding blend of early music, poetry, and theatre, the Baebes promise an unforgettable evening of song, storytelling, and seasonal celebration.

The night begins with a procession through Exeter’s streets, setting the tone for the atmospheric concert inside the cathedral’s historic walls. With soaring vocal harmonies, evocative costumes, and an array of exotic historical...

The creative talents of Exeter’s older women artists will be on full display this summer as Crowshow 25 returns to Positive Light on Sidwell Street for its fourth annual exhibition. Running from Saturday, August 16 to Saturday, August 30, the free exhibition is open daily to the public from 10am to 4pm.

Organised by CROW (Creative Older Women), the exhibition celebrates the bold, diverse, and thought-provoking work of women artists aged 50 and above. This year’s show features work from 30 members, with a wide range of paintings, sculptures, textiles, printmaking, and mixed media...

Peace of mind isn't just a luxury reserved for holidays or weekend getaways; it's a necessity that should be woven into the fabric of your everyday life. In a world that moves fast and demands more from us every day, having a sense of calm, control, and clarity can drastically change the way we live. Building peace of mind into your daily routine isn't about making huge life changes overnight – it's about small, thoughtful decisions that reduce stress and create stability.

When peace of mind becomes part of your everyday rhythm,...

Discover why Face Mask Fridays are making a natural comeback in 2025 here. Thoughtful rituals, gentle ingredients, and skin-loving care start right here.

Manpower and materials donated to Westbank Community Health and Care by the Kier Group have transformed the charity’s Community Allotment at Exminster into a space that’s accessible to everyone.

Eleven local volunteers from Kier’s Natural Resources Nuclear & Networks division recently worked over a total of about 4 days to create a tarmac access ramp, level the ground and lay a concrete pathway to make the allotment accessible to wheelchair users. The monetary value of the work amounts to approximately £7,000, including labour and materials.

Kerry Fenton of Kier NRNN...

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