Devon

The BIG Cake Show

Event Date: 
28/03/2014 - 9:30am to 30/03/2014 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

28th - 30th March 2014

It's baking nicely............The BIGGEST cake event the South West has ever seen, coming March 2014 to Westpoint, Exeter , bringing with it a whole host of exhibitors offering the latest in cake, baking and decorating supplies.

Featuring demonstrations, baking workshops and displays from industry professionals as well as hands-on events and competitions for the enthusiastic amateur to the skilled cake decorator.

There will also be a number of very familiar faces joining us at the evnt - keep an eye out for more details soon!

Show...

The BCA Western Classic Cheerleading Competition

Event Date: 
01/03/2014 - 9:00am to 02/03/2014 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

1- 2 March 2014

Day 1

•All Cheer Divisions •Mini, Youth & Junior Group Stunt Divisions •All Duo & Trio Cheer Tumbling Divisions

Day 2

•All Dance Divisions •All Dance Duet Divisions •Senior & Senior Open Group Stunts

*EVENT TIMES TBC*

Spectators tickets available:

Adults: £15.00

Children (12 years and under): £10.00

Seniors: £15.00

Tickets can be purchased via the BCA website : www.cheerleading.org.uk

Robin Cousins' Ice

Event Date: 
19/02/2014 - 7:30pm to 23/02/2014 - 4:15pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

19 - 23 February 2014

ICE SKATING REDEFINED FOR THE NEW GENERATION!!

Brand new sensational skating show ICE comes to Westpoint Arena on 19 February for five days only during half term!

Olympic champion and head judge on ITV’s Dancing on Ice , Robin Cousins has hand-picked the greatest ice skaters from around the globe to bring his incredible new production to life.

Dynamic and atmospheric, Robin Cousins’ ICE will draw you into its unique world, where internationally renowned skaters glide, soar, flip and fly in a truly theatrical setting ICE features a...

Craft 4 Crafters

Event Date: 
30/01/2014 - 10:00am to 01/02/2014 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

If you are looking for a great day out and are into all things creative then make a note on the calendar for 30 January - 1 February when Craft 4 Crafters returns to Westpoint Arena .

The show is the ideal place to buy thousands of crafting supplies, and get some great ideas and inspiration. With leading local and national exhibitors offering products for Card Making, Papercrafts, Stamping, Scrapbooking, Sewing, Cross Stitch, Embroidery, Beading, Painting, Patchwork, Quilting, Knitting, and many others.

Opening Times:

10am - 5pm

Admission:

Beat the...

Sell out summer says Devon Hotels Association

Devon Hotels & Restaurants Association has reported a substantial rise in bookings this summer, with many members seeing record numbers of visitors throughout the holidays and sell out July and August months.

James Sharp, chair of Devon Hotels said: “We have seen an increase in overseas visitors but one of the main growth areas has been holidaymakers choosing to ‘staycation’ in Devon due to the fantastic weather we have been experiencing. This has been the third hottest summer on record which has helped businesses after a series of bad summers. One member has seen an 8.6% rise...

The Westcountry Equine Fair

Event Date: 
07/12/2013 - 9:00am to 08/12/2013 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

Join us at this award-winning event and experience the dedicated equestrian event at the heart of the Westcountry.

With its indoor arena and dedicated shopping village, the event is the perfect place to indulge in all things equestrian. Safe from the wintery weather you will be able to enjoy the fascinating arena demonstrations, over 150 equestrian retailers, spread throughout the main hall and annex, and the thousands of products and gifts to see, touch and buy.

For further details on this years show and to keep up-to-date with what will be taking place, visit the...

Christmas Shopping Fayre

Event Date: 
29/11/2013 - 9:30am to 01/12/2013 - 5:30pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

Why not take the pressure out of Christmas this year by doing all your festive shopping in one go at the annual “Christmas Shopping Fayre” at Exeter’s Westpoint Arena . With over 300 stands with 1000's of outstanding seasonal offers you will receive a greater choice of exciting gift ideas than in a high street full of shops.

For three fun-packed days Westpoint hosts an amazing range of retailers, manufacturers, craftspeople, wholesalers and importers from far and wide who transform the vast 4,500sq m hall into an Aladdin’s cave of wonderful gift ideas and essential Christmas items...

The New International Westpoint Antiques and Collectors Fair

Event Date: 
23/11/2013 - 10:00am to 24/11/2013 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

23 - 24 November 2013

If Antiques are your thing, then don't miss The International Westpoint Antiques & Collectors Fair at Westpoint Arena .

With up to 400 stands from all over the UK, offering an extensive range of Antiques & Collectables, the fair provides a great day out for people who love all things Antique.

With dealers from all over the UK there will be a huge selection of Antiques & Collectables to include; Furniture, Porcelain, Silver, Gold , Jewellery, Glass, Textiles, Vintage clothing, Paintings, Lighting, Militaria, Kitchenalia, Toys,...

Poirot to return in new novel authorised by Agatha Christie's family

Hercule Poirot, Agatha Christie's much-loved fictional Belgian detective with the little moustache, pince-nez glasses and unmatchable"little grey cells", is to return in a new novel fully authorised by Devon-born Christie's family.

It has been announced that the new novel will be published worldwide in September 2014 and will be written by the British crime writer and poet Sophie Hannah.

Agatha Christie frist introduced her brilliant detective to the world in her first book, The Mysterious Affair at Styles , published in 1920. Written with the full backing of the family,...

Warning of heavy rain and possible floods in the region on Saturday

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning of rain for the region, including Plymouth, on Saturday (7 September), with the risk of possible localised flooding.

The warning highlights "periods of heavy and persistent rain

"The public should be aware that there is a risk of localised disruption due to flooding.

"Some flooding from rivers or surface water is possible. There is still significant uncertainty as to where and when the heaviest rainfall and greatest impacts will occur and this alert will be updated on Friday."

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/

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