Wreaths come in many different styles and colours, but what exactly do they represent? The Exeter Daily finds out...
In ancient Rome, people used decorative wreaths as a sign of victory. Some believe that this is where the hanging of wreaths on doors came from.
The origins of the Advent wreath are found in the folk practices of the pre-Christian Germanic peoples who, during the cold December darkness of Eastern Europe, gathered wreaths of evergreen and lighted fires as signs of hope in a coming spring and renewed light.
One of the ducks in the Walled Garden Pets Corner at Powderham Castle has hatched out 6 gorgeous fluffy chicks. This is a surprise, not only due to the unusual timing, but also due the fact that ducks aren’t known to be the best surrogate parents!
With just a few days to go before Christmas, John Lewis Exeter has revealed its top selling gifts for the festive period, with shoppers in Devon favouring luxury gifts and technology must haves.
The Nespresso U Coffee Machine, which offers perfect espresso at the touch of a button, and the Edinburgh Preserves Condiment For Steak gift set, which includes sauces to complement steak, are proving popular for gifts this Christmas.
However, the new Kindle Fire, which features a 7” touchscreen perfect for browsing, watching, playing and reading content, is the shop’s biggest...
The Coca-Cola Truck Tour kicked off the countdown to Christmas in Exeter today.
For millions of people, the sight of the famous Coca-Cola Christmas advertisement hails the beginning of the festive season.
And despite the wet weather, Bedford Square was transformed into a snowy winter wonderland from 1pm to 9pm complete with Christmas trees and festive helpers on hand to serve chilled Coca-Cola, Diet Coke and Coke Zero, and the Coca-Cola brass band will be leading a selection of seasonal carols in the magical setting.
Final arrangements are being made at Exeter Airport to handle passengers over the Festive period when fifteen thousand people are expected to use the airport.
Several flights are departing on Saturday to airports in the Alps for winter sports enthusiasts and although bookings to Geneva, Chambery and Salzburg have been filling up since the snowfall, there is still some availability with Flybe, Crystal and Inghams for those who want to spend New Year in the snow.
A flight to Alicante, also with Flybe, departs on Saturday and winter sun seekers are also off on Sunday’s fully...
Christmas is almost here! The turkey needs cooking, the mulled wine needs warming but Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service want you to celebrate Christmas safely this year.
Although it's important all year round, the extra distractions at Christmas make it vital to be vigilant during the festive season.
More than half of accidental fires during the Christmas period are started in the kitchen making this a high risk area. Think before you cook after a night out! Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service have produced an M&S inspired video highlighting the...
The St Loye’s Foundation car raffle, in which Princesshay shoppers have had the chance to win a Peugeot 107 for £1, has raised in excess of £10,000 for the Exeter-based charity. The winning raffle ticket was drawn on Monday 17th December by Exeter’s very own Santa - the Deputy Lord Mayor of Exeter, Cllr Percy Prowse.
The lucky winner, Abbey Cheung of Kingsteignton will receive her brand new car in time for Christmas. The super new car, worth over £7,000 was donated to St Loye’s Foundation by Exeter’s Truscotts Peugeot dealership.
Tenants will be enjoying Christmas in new homes at Cornerstone’s latest development of nine flats at Vicus House, Western Way, Exeter. The one bedroom flats for single people and couples are set at affordable rents, based on 80% of market rates, on five year fixed term tenancy agreements.
The unfurnished properties each have stylish kitchens and individual balconies as well as a communal secure bike store and photovoltaic solar panels generating renewable electricity. The site is in a great location close to Exeter city centre and the Quay and has good transportation links....
What would Christmas be without the prerequisite pantomime dames, fairytale princesses and cross-dressing performers cavorting around the city's theatres and village halls.
Here is The Exeter Daily's round-up of the best pantomimes in and around the city...
Ali Baba & the Forty Thieves
Until 16 December, Broadclyst Victory Hall
Join Broadclyst Theatre Group for some Arabian Nights as Ali Baba, his family, friends and foe conjure up the bustling streets of Baghdad at the Victory Hall this Christmas. This production promises to be colourful, musical,...
Wonderworks takes place at Chagford's Jubilee Hall and runs from 10am to 5pm on Saturday, 15th December and 10am to 4.30pm on Sunday, 16th December. A great day out!
