The results of a shocking investigation by The Donkey Sanctuary reveals mass-scale suffering of donkeys caught up in global trading of their skins to sustain the demand for ejiao, a traditional Chinese medicine that relies on gelatin from the hides.
In the first comprehensive study of the trade, the charity has discovered that as many as 10 million donkeys are at risk and it now calls for an immediate halt to the trade until it can be proven to be sustainable and humane.
The Donkey Sanctuary’s ‘Under the Skin’ investigative report reveals that the trade has led to an...
Mum2mum market nearly new sale in Exeter Mum2mum market (as seen on Dragon’s den!!) – America hall, February 5th 10.30 – 12.30 Buy top quality pre loved baby, children’s and maternity goods at a fraction of their high street price – all great brands in top condition. At mum2mum market there’s a huge selection of just about everything… There will be over 20 stalls brimming with bargains. Free goody bags for the first 100 people through the door. Free car parking Refreshment and cake stall Katherine Newman photography will also be there with her pop up studio and has an exclusive special...
Thursday February 2 sees St James Park host the first ‘Grecians Comedy Club’ in the Paramount Personnel Lounge, featuring top stand-up from Ignacio Lopez, Chris Chopping, Suzy Bennett, and compare Louis Burgess.
First up on the bill is Suzy Bennett, winner of ‘Funny Women 2006’ has been described by Jimmy Carr as being “A naturally funny person” Suzy has a uniquely warm and chatty stage presence.
Following Suzy is Chris Chopping, who is known for being a ‘quick-witted raconteur’. His strong material and deadpan persona have led to a cult following. Chris’ performances at...
Thursday February 2 sees St James Park host the first ‘Grecians Comedy Club’ in the Paramount Personnel Lounge, featuring top stand-up from Ignacio Lopez, Chris Chopping, Suzy Bennett, and compare Louis Burgess.
First up on the bill is Suzy Bennett, winner of ‘Funny Women 2006’ has been described by Jimmy Carr as being “A naturally funny person” Suzy has a uniquely warm and chatty stage presence.
Following Suzy is Chris Chopping, who is known for being a ‘quick-witted raconteur’. His strong material and deadpan persona have led to a cult following. Chris’ performances at...
Ottery St Mary Library will move into its new premises in the former NatWest bank during the week of 20th February, Libraries Unlimited has revealed.
The relocation of the library will be carried out over the course of the week, officially opening its doors for the first time on Saturday 25th February.
The building has been significantly refurbished through a partnership with Ottery St Mary Town Council, Devon County Council and Libraries Unlimited. The Friends of Ottery Library have also helped to raise funds to contribute towards the new library furniture.
Crowds will be racing to Exeter Racecourse annual Super Sunday meeting on February 12 when a combination of fantastic prize money, top class racing and a terrific savings on pre-booked tickets make it one of the most popular days in its calendar.
A pair of pre-booked Grandstand and Paddock tickets cost just £15 (children aged 17 and under go racing for free) and with previous years boasting racing of the highest calibre, the racecourse is once again looking forward to welcoming the crowds to Haldon Hill.
General manager Daniel Thompson said: “It really is racing straight...
Joe Simmonds says he will look to make the most of opportunities afforded to him after he put in another assured performance for the Exeter Chiefs during their weekend win.
The 20-year-old was one of 10 academy players who featured in a Chiefs squad that dismantled Wasps 52-5 in the Anglo-Welsh Cup at Sandy Park.
The emphatic victory lifted the Chiefs back to the top of Pool 2 on points difference and has put them back in the driving seat for qualification into the last four of the competition.
Starting at fly-half, Simmonds converted six of the home side's eight...
The Exeter Philharmonic Choir, directed by Andrew Millington will be performing Verdi’s Requiem with The Exeter Philharmonic orchestra on Saturday March 18th at 7.30 p.m. in Exeter Cathedral. Soprano Cheryl Enever Mezzo-Soprano Madeleine Shaw Tenor Andrew Mackenzie-Wicks Bass Darren Jeffery Tickets: £22, £17, £12 (unreserved) online at: www.exephil.org.uk at the box office: Exeter Visitor Information and Tickets, Dix’s Field, Exeter 01392 665885
The second masterwork of our season brings the drama of Verdi’s Requiem to the cathedral. After Rossini’s death in 1868, Verdi suggested...
As winter takes hold, with plummeting temperatures predicted for Exeter, it’s important to consider ways of keeping your home warm without it costing a fortune.
Here, seven industry experts from the Heating Installer Awards share their advice on how to save you money and energy and why using your trusted, local tradesman is key. Take back control Have you considered changing how you control the temperature in your home? Many homes across the UK have outdated thermostats, such as dials; installing a more modern, programmable tool will generally mean you can run the system for less...
Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez will provide almost £24m additional money so that Chief Constable Shaun Sawyer can put more police officers on the streets by 2020. On Friday the PCC will publish her first Police and Crime Plan, entitled Safe, resilient and connected communities, with a vow to help keep people safe by improving the public’s connection to police. The Plan comes as a result of the peninsula’s biggest consultation into policing issues, which Ms Hernandez commissioned last summer. “Our consultation clearly showed the public wants better connectivity with, and...
