Devon

Chris Watson Dawn Chorus Sound Walk

Event Date: 
29/04/2015 - 3:00am
Venue: 
Dartmoor

Join Chris Watson on a dawn chorus walk on the edge of Dartmoor and see the world with your ears.

The walk starts in the dark and will involve uneven surfaces. It is not suitable for young children or those with limited mobility. Details of when and where to meet and what to wear and bring will be sent to ticket holders after booking.

Accompanying Ebb and Flow: Seasonal sounds through the Devon Year – An installation by Chris Watson, 28 March to 31 December.

Tickets are available online or from the Royal Albert Memorial Museum reception in person or by phone using a...

Poltimore on the Eve of the First World War

Event Date: 
25/04/2015 - 10:30am
Venue: 
Poltimore House, Exeter

Spend a morning, afternoon or even all day with members of Poltimore Estate Research Society as they explain their discoveries regarding the people and houses of the village in the early 20th century.

The morning session offers displays and short talks from 10.30am-12.30pm.

Refreshments will be available to buy from the Cafe between Sessions, including Soup & Roll, Pasties and Sandwiches to order

Meet in the Chapel for the afternoon session which will involve a short, guided walk around the village and wider estate from 1.30pm-4pm.

There is a charge for...

Singalonga Frozen

Event Date: 
12/04/2015 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

Exmouth Pavilion will host Sing-a-long-a Frozen, when the unique, interactive screening of the worldwide phenomenon Frozen rolls into town as part of a nationwide UK tour.

Singalonga Productions are delighted to announce that Disney's Frozen is the new Singalonga must see! A screening of Disney’s Frozen with lyrics on screen to help you sing along with Elsa and Anna. The show is introduced by a live host who will show you how to use your interactive prop bag and then just sit back and 'Let it Go'! YOU the audience can be the stars!

Remember to dress up as your favourite...

Elizabeth-Jane Baldry Concert

Event Date: 
15/04/2015 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Temple Methodist Church, Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton

The first concert organised by St Peter's Music Society in Budleigh Salterton in 2015 is a recital of music for harp, to be given by Elizabeth-Jane Baldry who lives in Devon. Elizabeth-Jane Baldry will give a recital taking her audience on an entertaining journey through the history of harp music, performing captivating harp solos from five centuries. Elizabeth-Jane is also the world’s silent film accompanist on harp.

“It is hard to say just which was more pleasurable – the exquisite playing or the often deliciously outrageous stories of composer’s lives that Elizabeth-Jane...

Ruby Country Market

Event Date: 
04/04/2015 - 9:00am to 05/04/2015 - 2:00pm
Venue: 
Hatherleigh

Hatherleigh’s traditional style Ruby Country Market was set up in 2012 and has quickly become one of Devon’s largest markets exceeding 200 stalls including a 50+ stall Food Hall.

Ruby Country Market is situated on a purpose built market site with ample parking & facilities available and as an exciting business venue it brings together buyers and sellers from all over the West Country. The market is established as a great family day out and a community & social event in the local calendar, it not only offers the chance to buy items from the original local growers &...

Keep it Real with Mr. Scruff

Event Date: 
24/04/2015 - 9:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix

StandiNinja Tune producer, DJ and cartoonist Mr Scruff will be at the turntables for the whole night, serving up a melting pot of jazz, soul, hip hop, funk, disco, reggae Latin and more. Expect fantastic sound, quirky potato visuals and a great atmosphere. Oh and you can even get a Mr Scruff brew!

9pm-2am

Tickets £15 standing

Over 18s

www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Krafty Kuts and A.Skillz

Event Date: 
17/04/2015 - 9:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix

Krafty Kuts, real name Martin Reeves, is the multi-award winning DJ/producer and the undisputed King of breaks. Acclaimed in the UK, adored in Australia, admired in North America, Krafty is a living legend of electronic music. His multi-genre sets, dexterity on the decks and dedication to dancefloor hedonism have earned him hierarchy status in every genre of electronic music. From humble beginnings, Krafty Kuts is now one of the big players on the world’s club scene. An enviable career which boasts accolades ranging from eight times Breakspoll Winner, Best International DJ and Best Single...

Cathedral awarded £275k for repairs

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sat, 03/28/2015 - 12:16pm

Exeter Cathedral has been awarded £275,000 from the final round of the government’s World War One Cathedrals Repairs Fund.

The money will be spent on urgent repairs and conservation of the Cathedral’s East End, which houses the medieval Great East Window.

The window dates back to around 1300 and is thought to have been one of the most ambitious of its day in England.

The glass contained in the window is of national significance, incorporating important examples of early 14th and 15th century craftsmanship.

The government grant will help to pay for the glass...

10 best things about Toby Buckland’s Garden Festival

After last year’s outstanding success, Toby Buckland’s Garden Festival is back at Powderham Castle on Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd May and heralds a new style of gardening show, combining expert horticultural knowledge with plenty of delicious local food, craft, live music and family fun - a great day out for everyone.

10 Things ………..

1. It’s a festival!

“I love a party,” says Toby, “for me the festival is a giant garden party where I can invite some of my favourite friends to speak and share their vast knowledge but there’s plenty more going on too, it’s a place...

Santander launches new service for ambitious businesses

Santander Corporate & Commercial, the leading challenger bank in the UK, yesterday announced a new suite of services and products for the country’s most ambitious businesses. The launch is part of Santander’s plan to further disrupt and enhance the UK business banking market, and double its current SME market share to 10% by the end of 2016.

Based on four years’ experience of working closely with UK businesses – including hundreds of fast-growth SMEs under the Santander Breakthrough programme – the new proposition from Santander is built around five key service ‘pillars’ that...

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