Cathedral Green

The Young Traders South West Regional Final Market returns to Exeter

InExeter, the local Business Improvement District - is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the National Market Traders Federation (NMTF) for the second consecutive year to host the South West Regional Final for the prestigious Young Market Trader of the Year Awards.

This much-anticipated event aims to support and celebrate the remarkable young talent (under 30s) across the UK. It will take place on Sunday 6th August at Cathedral Green in Exeter.

The Young Traders Market provides a unique platform for budding entrepreneurs to showcase their skills, innovation, and...

Police appeal after Exeter assault

Police investigating a reported assault in Exeter have issued images of a man they would like to identify in connection with the incident.

It happened in Cathedral Green, outside the rear of NatWest Bank, at about 10pm on Monday, 3 October, 2022.

A man sustained life-changing injuries.

A 51-year-old male from Exeter has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent, and bailed until 31 March.

A 52-year-old male from Exeter and a 50-year-old male of no fixed abode, have both been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and bailed until 31...

Grand opening revealed for Exeter’s new fine-dining and cocktail lounge on Cathedral Green

Visitors and residents of Exeter are in for a real treat as No. 5, an exciting new fine-dining restaurant and cocktail lounge located on Cathedral Green, has announced it will officially open its doors at 9am on Tuesday 8th December.

No.5 occupies the former ASK Italian restaurant in the historic grounds of Cathedral Green. The new venue will serve an incredible selection of the finest food and drink in a luxurious but relaxed setting. Dinner guests, coffee drinkers and cocktail connoisseurs are sure to fall in love with this incredible new venue. The restaurant will feature two...

Dramatic Royal Clarence Hotel fire video revealed

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/27/2017 - 4:40pm

It has been six months since the fire on Cathedral Green.

To mark the occasion Exeter City Council has released some of the CCTV footage from the night which has never been seen before.

A spokesman said: "We would again like to thank Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service and Devon & Cornwall Police for the amazing job they did on the night. We would also like to thank the public in Exeter for their continued support of the city centre. Please feel free to share our short film."

At its height, almost every fire station in Devon and Somerset was involved...

Dramatic images show raging inferno

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/28/2016 - 1:33pm

These dramatic images show the moment that fire took hold at the art gallery on Cathedral Green, sparking a major incident.

The whole building became a raging inferno.

They were taken on a mobile phone by a guest who was evacuated from the Royal Clarence Hotel.

She told how she and her husband fled the buiding in just their dresssing gowns.

Major blaze in Exeter city centre

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/28/2016 - 7:49am

Dozens of firefighters are tackling a blaze at a building in Exeter city centre.

Police were alerted by the fire service at 5.20am (Friday 28 October 2016) to a large fire towards the South Street end of Exeter High Street.

The fire is involving The Royal Clarence Hotel and the Waterstones Shop and has been declared as a 'major Incident' by the fire service.

The Royal Clarence Hotel has been evacuated as a precaution, and all staff and residents are accounted for.

It is not known at this time where or how the fire started or how many properties have been...

Refugee rally attracts 600 supporters

Six hundred people gathered outside Exeter Cathedral this Saturday 12th September, in response to the escalating European refugee crisis. The shocking pictures of children dying in the Mediterranean, and reports of treacherous journeys being undertaken to escape war and persecution, stirred the hearts and minds of the people of Exeter to help. The compassion rally was called to show the government that refugees are welcome in Exeter and to ask the government to do more to help refugees. A petition asking Exeter City Council to provide homes for 50 refugee families, signed by 1313 people,...

Another jewel added to Exeter Cathedral Green's crown

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 03/24/2015 - 12:45pm

Cathedral Green will be home to a new luxury retailer later this year as Michael Spiers Jewellers has confirmed that it will be relocating to Exeter’s most prestigious location.

The South West jewellery and watch retailer will move from its current Exeter premises on Castle Street to take the keys of 22 Cathedral Yard – currently home to Lugets of Exeter – on 1 April.

After an extensive refit, the new showroom is due to open on 16 June.

The move represents a major expansion for the family-run firm, as the new premises will be triple the size of their current Exeter...

Exeter's Chandni Chowk is on the move

Authored by Paul Garrod
Posted: Tue, 03/24/2015 - 9:41am

After three years trading at the Custom House on Exeter Quay Chandni Chowk is to return to the heart of Exeter.

The store, which is known for its hand made textiles and clothing ranges, has found a new location in the Medieval Hall at 8 Cathedral Close, just off the Green.

Described by one historian as "one of the most remarkable medieval sights in the southwest of England" the building, also known as The Law Library, dates from the 15th century and is noted for its unusual hammer beam roof.

The company, which began in Barnstaple Pannier Market, has been...

The Exeter Green Fair

Event Date: 
30/08/2014 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Cathedral Green

Exeter's annual Green Fair returns to the Cathedral Green on Saturday 30 August from 10am until 4pm.

This is a FREE event with lots to do and see including Local Green Businesses, Food, Charities and Children's Entertainment.

In addition to the usual mix this year's special theme is "Fabrics of Society", exploring the issues around fabric and clothing.

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