Devon

What's that bird?

Event Date: 
16/11/2017 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Island hide at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Whatever your experience come along and improve your bird identification skills

An informal drop-in session to improve your bird identification skills.

Whatever your level of knowledge come along and enjoy an afternoons birdwatching with the help of a knowledgeable and experienced volunteer guide.

Meet in the Island Hide at Seaton Wetlands.

Telescopes and binoculars are available for use in the hide free of charge during the session.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/november-2017/wha...

Woodland work-out!

Event Date: 
15/11/2017 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Holyford Woods , Holyford Lane, Colyton, EX24 6HW Satellite Satellite

Join us in nature's 'green-gym'

Join the Countryside ranger and the Axe Vale and District Conservation Society in nature's 'green-gym'!

Help to conserve wildlife with a range of practical tasks, meet like-minded people and feel the health benefits of spending more time outdoors.

No dogs.

Please book toensure there are enough snack refreshments for everyone!

Please contact the Counryside team in advance about any health/ physical concerns.

Book online here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/november-2017/woo...

What's that bird?

Event Date: 
04/11/2017 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Tower Hide at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Whatever your experience come along and improve your bird identification skills

An informal drop-in session to improve your bird identification skills.

Whatever your level of knowledge come along and enjoy an afternoons birdwatching with the help of a knowledgeable and experienced volunteer guide.

Meet in the Tower Hide at Seaton Wetlands.

Telescopes and binoculars are available for use in the hide free of charge during the session.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/november-2017/wha...

Hedge walk and seed collecting

Event Date: 
04/11/2017 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Younghayes Community Centre, Cranbrook, EX5 7DR

Celebrate Hedge Week in Cranbrook

Join the Cranbrook Country Park ranger to celebrate Hedge Week.

Walk to gather seeds from your hedges in Cranbrook then head back to the Younghayes Community Centre to plant them.

Take your planted seeds home and watch them grow!

Meet at the community centre at 10am.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/

Nightwalk at Holyford Woods

Event Date: 
03/11/2017 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Venue: 
Holyford Woods nr Colyford, Meet at Seaton Tower picnic area, Near Seaton Tower Services (nearest postcode EX12 2TH)

Experience the woods after dark!

Search for owls and look for stars as you discover the science behind your night vision.

Wrap up warm, wear your wellies or boots and bring a torch just in case!

The walk will finish with a yummy hot chocolate in the woods to warm up!

Minimum 8 years old.

Book a space online: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/november-2017/nig...

It's nearly time for the Jolly Good Jaunt!

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Mon, 10/23/2017 - 1:32pm

The wait is almost over. The hour is very nearly at hand.

Sunday (29 October) will see this year’s epic 7.5-mile Jolly Good Jaunt walk from the Deer Park Hotel through the breath-taking beauty of the autumnal East Devon countryside. This year promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Advance bookings including online registration ( www.jollygoodjaunt.co.uk ) closed on 24 October but you can still sign up on the day itself with entry being £20 for adults and £10 per child.

The NEW nature trail consisting of a scavenger hunt, nature bingo, crafting and storytelling...

Community Fund to donate £1,000 for winter project

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 10/23/2017 - 12:56pm

Community groups, charities and schools in the Exeter area are being invited to apply for £1,000 worth of building materials to help with a winter project as part of RGB Building Supplies’ Well Built Community Fund.

Whether materials are needed to build a Christmas grotto, help put on a pantomime, or ensure a community centre is protected against winter weather, RGB would like to hear about it.

Paul West, Branch Manager at RGB Exeter, commented: “Everyone at RGB is extremely proud to support groups across the region with our Well Built Community Fund. We’re always surprised...

Exeter School Sixth Form Interview Scheme hosted by Ashfords for first time

Over 35 professionals from the parent, alumni and friends of Exeter School body conducted almost 200 work style interviews in one day.

Each Upper Sixth pupil participated in two professional interviews which will stand them in good stead for university, work experience or future careers.

Careers Adviser Ruth Cheesman said: "Whether interviews are for University, work experience or a career it is something that can be daunting to all of us.

"We believe giving our pupils an opportunity to develop their skills in a safe environment is crucial in preparing them for...

Property upgrade for Devon hedgehogs

Hedgehogs living in the grounds of a Devon school will sleep in style this winter thanks to local housebuilder David Wilson Homes which has donated a hogitat to Tipton St John Primary School.

The five star housebuilder, which has just launched new homes at Minerva on the outskirts of Exeter, donated the hedgehog home as part of its commitment to supporting local wildlife. It’s hoped the new home will provide a safe haven as research shows dwindling numbers of the tiny mammals in the UK. According to a survey of more than 2,600 people by BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine, more than half...

City narrowly beaten in League Two

Exeter City were narrowly beaten 1-0 by Port Vale at St James Park in Sky Bet League Two.

Tom Pope's first-half goal gave Vale all three points, and despite City's best efforts to get back into the match, they were unable to find the net.

The Grecians made three changes to the side that were beaten by Luton Town in midweek, as Jordan-Moore-Taylor and Hiram Boateng returned from injury and Kyle Edwards also came into the team with Craig Woodman, Jordan Tillson and Lee Holmes all replaced.

The away side created the first opportunity of the match on five minutes as Ben...

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