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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly refugee fundraiser

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/14/2016 - 10:47am

Some 20 years ago three young and upcoming DJ's from the South West party scene came together to hold The Good, The Bad & The Ugly (GBU) dance nights, individually they had strong followings, as a trio they floor filled each and every venue where these theme nights took place.

Now as all 3 DJs continue to successfully deliver beats to dance floors all over the UK they are coming together again for another passion they all share.

Their passion and current mission, to spread the real message on how our government is turning its back on the refugee crisis & how as...

Local mums launch pop up children's market in Exeter

Two local mums are launching a brand new pop up children’s market this month. The Cheeki Monkeys preloved sale will open it’s doors at the end of the month and, along with lots of bargains for mums and dads to browse, will also feature a ton of exciting entertainment for the kids. Taster sessions will be available from Rugby Tots, Pyjama Drama and Urban Flow to keep the little ones amused whilst the grown ups shop. The event will also include a bouncy castle, face painting, colouring contest and much more!

Rosanna and Sally are really proud to be organising the monthly event...

The Midwinter Boho Ball

Event Date: 
26/11/2016 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Castle, Castle Street, Exeter

Blue Fizz Events presents a fabulously unique and exciting pre-Christmas Party at historical Exeter Castle: The Midwinter Boho Ball on Saturday 26th November, 7pm–1am.

With Christmas just around the corner it’ll be a great time to discover your ‘inner boho’ and unleash the festive party spirit. The team from Blue Fizz Events will be styling this awesome venue from head to toe to create an unforgettable and one-off night of celebration.

The venue: Exeter Castle

THE most perfect venue for this ‘not to be missed’ party. Exeter Castle is steeped in history, and offers...

Fun for all at Donkey Sanctuary's Autumn Family Craft Fair

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 09/25/2016 - 11:38am

The Donkey Sanctuary is holding an Autumn Family Craft Fair on Sunday 9 October from 10am till 3pm.

As well as a fantastic range of crafts, gifts and edible treats, there will be plenty to keep the children entertained.

There will be a marquee full of talented local crafters; including, Handmade Devon, The Distinguished Dog Company, Love Lottie Rose, Beespoke of Devon and Eddie & Matilda; selling a fabulous collection of jewellery, knitted and sewn items, beauty and skincare, pottery and ceramics, luxury canine accessories, Christmas items, and more. The Donkey...

Fete raises over £1,000 for Balloons charity

Authored by Naomi J Ryan
Posted: Wed, 09/21/2016 - 12:48pm

The figures are now in from the Late Summer Fete, held on Saturday 17th September at Magdalen Court School and Kinderkare Nursery. This unique community event, spearheaded by Southernhay-based estate agents Naomi J Ryan , has raised an incredible £1,295.49 for bereavement support charity, Balloons .

Based at Basepoint Business Centre in Marsh Barton, Balloons provide much needed support for children, young people and their families before and after the death of someone significant in their lives. Speaking about the success of the day, Naomi of Naomi J Ryan said “Balloons is a...

Unveil'd Photography Festival | 20 - 23 October 2016

Event Date: 
20/10/2016 - 7:00am to 23/10/2016 - 9:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter

Unveil’d returns to Exeter this Autumn, in cultural venues and public grounds throughout the city.

Full programme | www.unveild.photography

Including both the work of South West based and international photographers, the festival features exhibitions, talks, film screenings, workshops and a book fair. A range of work from acclaimed visual artists and emerging photographers, supported by Unveil’d, will be on view to the public.

Towers, Southernhay, Northenhay & Rougemont Gardens, 17 – 25 October, 7:00 - 21:00; has been curated in response to the fortification of...

Don’t miss the show-stopping WESC Foundation Annual Fashion Show - bigger and better than ever before…

Event Date: 
20/10/2016 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Castle

Compered by Judi Spiers, WESC will host a fabulous evening of style and glamour brought to you by Sally Allen Fashion and models showcasing exclusive jewellery from independent Michael Spiers. Students from Exeter College will also be modelling their own designs.

Fantastic auction prizes with popular auctioneer, BBC Homes Under the Hammer, Graham Barton, plus the opportunity to bid for high-end luxury lots in a silent auction via the WESC website.

Family event celebrates all that is great about Britain

STUNNING manor house Bridwell Park will be opening its doors to the public this September, as part of a two-day family event to celebrate all that is great about the UK.

The Great British Day Out, which will feature music, entertainment, stalls and even survival workshops, will be taking place at the stately home in Uffculme over the weekend of September 17 and 18.

It is the first time in its 240-year history that the Georgian property, which is the family home of Lord Ivar Mountbatten, has opened its doors to the public for an event of this kind.

Jo Macaskie of...

A Celebration of A Cappella

Event Date: 
16/10/2016 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Northcott Theatre

Tedburn St Mary Community Choir return to Exeter Northcott Theatre after their sell out show in July 2015. This time they are hosting a Celebration of A Cappella including performances by Tedburn KIDZ (Key Stage 2 and 3 children from local schools), Orchard Harmony (a female a cappella group from Whimple) and featuring Semi-Toned (Exeter University’s very own award winning male a cappella group). With music ranging from current pop music to musical theatre and well known classics this is an evening not to be missed. Musical Director Julia Green This is a fund raising concert for Rowcroft...

Is your business cyber secure?

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/07/2016 - 6:41am

Devon & Somerset Trading Standards Service is hosting a free event in October to help businesses protect themselves against digital threats.

Digital crime can affect any business which uses a computer or communicates digitally with customers or suppliers.

If your business uses email, online banking and internet marketing your business could potentially be at risk from cyber rogues.

Trading standards wants to give local businesses the tools to protect themselves against online scammers by informing them on the ways they could be targeted and what to look out for...

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