A colourful giant knitted Christmas tree has graced the main staircase hall of Arlington Court in Devon.
Complete with Knitted baubles & presents it was originally knitted in 2005 to raise money for charity, the tree contains the work of over 1000 volunteers from across the world who helped to knit it. The tree has been on display in various other locations, but this is the first time it has been displayed in a historic house. The creator, Alison Murray was delighted to be asked to exhibit the tree at Arlington and encouraged her local knitting group to create a special garland...
Dartmoor’s historic Stannary town of Chagford will host an extravaganza of festive food, stylish fashion, hand-made arts and crafts, superb gift ideas and live entertainment on Tuesday 9th December 2014 (6.30 ‘till late).
Chagford’s shops, Square and iconic octagonal Market House will again be bedecked with lights and beautifully decorated Christmas trees at this year’s late night event. The wide array of independent shops is once again putting on a spectacular evening where thousands of delightful gifts will be on offer for the whole family, with something for all budgets....
The Exeter Northcott Theatre is delighted to welcome The Birmingham Stage Company with their production of George’s Marvellous Medicine for Christmas 2014.
This acclaimed adaptation of Roald Dahl by Birmingham Stage Company and David Wood, shows a young boy who makes a marvellous new medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper. But when his grandmother drinks his special new potion, the most incredible things start to happen. And George's adventure has just begun!
Amongst the professional cast, nine girls from Exeter will take it in turns each week to play the...
Christmas is just around the corner but as the shops start to get busier, Devon Wildlife Trust is offering a day away from the crowds.
The annual Christmas celebration at the historic Cricklepit Mill may only be a few minutes’ walk from the High Street, but to the tired Christmas shopper it will feel like a world away.
Christmas at Cricklepit is being held on Saturday 6 December from 10.30am to 3.30pm and is a day of free family activities. Visitors can have a go at willow weaving and make Christmas decorations ready to hang up on their tree at home. There will be seasonal...
Christmas shoppers are being reminded that they can park for free in Exeter City Council run pay and display car parks after 5pm.
The offer runs until Wednesday 24 December.
Those parking prior to 5pm will only be required to purchase a ticket until 5pm, whilst for those arriving after this time parking will be absolutely free. Bartholomew Terrace and Richmond Road Car Parks are for residents only after 6pm but the Christmas offer still stands between 5 and 6pm.
Cllr Rosie Denham, Lead Councillor for Economy & Culture, said: "We wanted to offer something in the...
The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth is holding a Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday 30th November from 10am-4pm to raise money for its work worldwide.
Visitors can kick-start their Christmas shopping, or simply indulge themselves from a wide range of crafts and gifts including textiles and handmade jewellery, or tasty artisan treats!
Entry to the Christmas Craft Fair costs just £2 and includes entry to a prize draw. Festive refreshments including mulled wine, mince pies and homemade muffins will be available.
A visit offers the chance to meet some of our hundreds of...
This festive season Devon and Cornwall Police are running The 12 online frauds of Christmas campaign to protect thousands of people in our communities from falling victim to cyber-fraudsters.
Kicking-off on ‘Black Friday’ (November 28), which marks the start of the busiest four days of internet shopping of the year, police will be doing everything they can to raise awareness of a dozen online frauds that have the potential to ruin your festive fun.
Last Christmas Devon and Cornwall shoppers fell victim to the online fraudsters by losing out on a quarter of million pounds...
Westpoint Exeter’s Christmas Elves have been working hard this year to bring together a huge festive giveaway to celebrate our 25th birthday over 25 days of Christmas!
We have a host of fantastic prizes up for grabs every day, including:
Race Day Ticket for 4 at Exeter Racecourse
30 minute Spa Treatment at Exeter Golf & Country Club
Exeter Cathedral is the stunning backdrop to Exeter College's Festival of Carols being held on Friday December 5th in aid of the college's charity of the year, YoungMinds. The free event, open to the public, will open its doors from 6.30pm to anyone wishing to join the college's staff, students and family members to celebrate the festive season, with the event starting at 7.30pm. Donations collected at the end of the evening will go towards the college's annual fundraising for their chosen charity.
This year's event, sponsored by Lloyds Bank, includes music from the Exeter College...
Come and buy local crafts and gifts at the Table Top Sale being held in Dunchideock Village Hall from 10am to 1pm. Jewellery, crafts, food, gifts, DVDs, home produce and much more.
Bacon rolls,mince pies, mulled wine, tea & coffee for sale.
Entrance free with free parking.
For further info, visit our website www.dunchideock.org.uk or e-mail dunchideockvh@gmail.com . If you want to have a table (£5 each), please reserve a place by e-mail or ring 01392 834755.
