For Christmas 2015, Exeter Northcott Theatre and Creative Cow present a magical new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ much-loved Christmas classic.
Ebenezer Scrooge is a notoriously bitter old man who is determined not to let Christmas interfere with his miserly routine. But one Christmas Eve, Scrooge receives some unexpected supernatural visitors who are determined to show him the true spirit of Christmas and the error of his ways.
Creative Cow’s artistic director Amanda Knott directs an ensemble company of actors and musicians to bring you this magical, inventive, heart-...
A truly spectacular and beautiful evening celebrating the spirit of Christmas is set to take place on 11 December when The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth presents their annual Christmas service, Carols by Candlelight.
The evening starts at 3.30pm when staff begin to light thousands of candles around the Sanctuary creating a magical atmosphere. Each candle represents a dedication from supporters to the memory of a loved one.
Visitors will be able to soak up the warm, welcoming ambiance around The Sanctuary before the main carol service which starts at 5pm in the Main Barn....
Devon’s Crealy Great Adventure Park mark the countdown to Christmas with a special visit from Santa, Rudolph and his helpers this December for festive fun.
Guests are invited to join Santa in his grotto for Santa’s Interactive Story Time and hear magical tales of his festive adventures. Younger guests will also receive a free gift from Santa to take home at the end of their visit.
Santa’s Storytime with Rudolph and his helpers will take place at on 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th December and 19th - 23rd December from 10.30am, so there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy a spectacular...
As 90 percent of Brits admit to decorating their home and garden in the next few weeks, less than a quarter (23 percent) would consider the impact this might have on the electrics in their home.
The new study, commissioned by the UK’s leading regulatory body for electricians NICEIC and ELECSA surveyed 2,000 UK tenants and homeowners, and has revealed some disturbing facts about the safety of UK homes at Christmas. It found that 42 percent of Brits paid more attention to aesthetics than safety, with 1 in 5 admitting to feeling they needed to compete with their friends and neighbours...
Shoppers are being given an early Christmas present by the City Council – a great parking offer!
Customers will be able to double the length of their stay in the Council’s Pay & Display car parks when arriving after 10.00am on Wednesdays in December.
The length of stay indicated on the purchased ticket will be doubled by officers undertaking enforcement patrols.
Councillor Rosie Denham, Lead Councillor for Economy & Culture said: “The aim is to encourage people to spend longer enjoying what Exeter has to offer and to encourage people to come into the city on...
On Sunday 29 November The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth will be holding their annual Christmas Fair and Santa’s Grotto from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Come and kick-start your Christmas shopping, or simply treat yourself at this festive event!
The arena will be full of traders selling wonderfully unique, and in some cases delicious items and goods. Choose from a range of freshly cut Christmas trees, available to take away on the day.
Pick up some gorgeous gifts at the Christmas Fair! Everything from handmade original items to beautiful products from local artisans will be available...
It’s back! Exeter’s highly successful Ladies Do Lunch re-launches next month with a glorious Christmas celebration.
The new look luncheon club is now being run by renowned after dinner speaker Sally Sedgman who previously hosted Ladies Do lunches at the Royal Clarence Hotel on Cathedral Green.
"There’s no better time to launch the new club than at Christmas," said Sally (pictured) who is known all over the South West for her many television and radio appearances as well as speaking engagements.
She even won a whole ITV series, Hurrah It’s Sally Sedgman, on the...
Killerton House will throw open its festive doors on Saturday 21 November to unveil its much anticipated Christmas transformation inspired by ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’, by C.S. Lewis.
The National Trust property, just outside of Exeter, invites visitors to step through the wardrobe and embark on a festive journey to experience the magic of this Christmas classic.
A beautifully transformed mansion themed on the story will send shivers down spines, each room adorned with decorations and sparkling displays. The house will reflect places from the classic story,...
10am - 5pm, free entry. Join us for a day of Christmas festivities! Carol singers, free mulled wine and homemade shortbreads, DIY making action for kids in the gallery, plus drink and food tastings in the cafe. Join our expert potter Taja, for drop-in porcelain modelling - part of the BBC GetCreative campaign: Hey Clay! Select from a huge range of Christmas decorations, cards and handmade gifts in the shop too.
