This Christmas, the team at Crave Exeter are swapping their own festive lunches for aprons and community spirit, opening the restaurant’s doors on Christmas Day (10am–2pm) to welcome anyone looking for company, conversation or simply somewhere warm to celebrate.
In the true spirit of giving, Crave will be serving a free light buffet including barbecue breakfast baps, pizza slices, chicken wings, cakes and brownies. Guests will also receive a complimentary mulled wine on arrival, with any additional drinks available to purchase from the bar. While the food is free, Crave is...
AS the first sub-zero nights hit Exeter, local homelessness charity St Petrock’s have issued a clear warning that homelessness and rough sleeping in the city is likely to reach the highest levels ever this winter.
Two main factors have led to this impending crisis: the decision by Devon County Council to end its support for homeless prevention and support services, and excessive delays in Westminster announcing details of the Labour government’s strategy for tackling homelessness and rough sleeping, together with the associated funding that will be made available to local...
Seven-time GRAMMY Award winning artist Alanis Morissette has today announced she will play one of just five UK headline shows for 2026 in the Devon countryside.
The show comes on the heels of Morissette’s most acclaimed UK shows ever this past summer, with a sold out night at the O2 Arena and a career-defining set at her first ever Glastonbury appearance.
The Canadian/American musician will head to TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham on Friday June 26 and she will be joined on the night by musical powerhouse Skunk Anansie. The announcement completes the headline line-up...
As the festive season approaches, Devon & Cornwall Police is launching its annual Christmas safety campaign aimed at helping residents enjoy a safe and crime-free festive period.
Running throughout December, the campaign will share practical advice and timely reminders on a wide range of safety topics – from fraud prevention and online security to personal safety, home security and road safety, so that everyone can celebrate Christmas safely.
Assistant Chief Constable Nikki Leaper said: “Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. Unfortunately, it’s also a...
Exeter College has secured £1.3m in funding to create a new, world-class healthcare training facility, opening up opportunities for hundreds of learners to develop vital skills in nursing and healthcare professions.
Funded through an Office for Students grant, the state-of-the-art facility will see a fully simulated hospital ward and two multi-purpose laboratories added to Exeter College’s Hele Road campus, right in the heart of Exeter City Centre.
Work to convert the existing Ted Wragg building, which will house both the ward and laboratories, is scheduled to start in...
Hospital Radio Exeter is delighted to extend its heartfelt thanks to the Devonshire Freemasons for their generous donation supporting our ongoing work within the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital community.
This kind contribution will help us continue delivering music, entertainment and companionship to patients, staff and visitors—services that make a meaningful difference to the hospital experience. As a volunteer-run charity, we rely heavily on the goodwill of supporters like the Devonshire Freemasons, whose commitment helps ensure we can keep broadcasting 24 hours a day....
1st December 2025 – Stephen Arnold joins Foot Anstey at a pivotal moment for the firm, following a year of strong performance and continued investment in its national growth strategy. This includes expansion into Northern Ireland through its combination with McKees and the firm’s increased focus on Manchester as a key hub for future growth.
Stephen brings extensive senior experience from leading international law firms. He began his legal-sector career at Linklaters, before moving to Clifford Chance where he helped shape the firm’s global client strategy and worked with some of...
Lit by the warm glow of flaming torches and accompanied by a musical fanfare of medieval instruments and drums, the Mediaeval Baebes’ procession will magically wend its way towards Exeter Cathedral on Saturday 6th December.
Renowned for their soaring harmonies, stunning costumes, and performing with a plethora of exotic historical instruments; the Mediaeval Baebes will honour the twelfth month as they celebrate the beauty and passion of all things mydwynter.
Dressed in flowing gowns and carrying the dancing torches to guide the way, families, musicians and reenactors are...
West Exe School is delighted to share that it has been recognised for its outstanding achievement in introducing Classics. The Exeter school was awarded a ‘Secondary School of the Year - Highly Commended’ certificate by Classics for All in their 2025 Impact Awards.
At West Exe, the Classical Civilisation GCSE is a course that continues to grow with currently 84 students enrolled across Years 9 to 11. Since its induction, Classics has only grown in popularity amongst both staff and students. This year, students participated in a visit to the University of Exeter, where they...
The South West region’s Construction Technical Excellence College (CTEC), Exeter College , has announced its initial plans to deliver its CTEC program and lead the region’s response to the construction industry’s growing skills challenge.
Across the UK, nearly 48,000 additional construction workers are needed each year to meet demand. The sector currently faces more than 140,000 vacancies, and by 2027, it will require an estimated 225,000 new recruits.
On Friday 21 November, Exeter College outlined its strategy to help bridge this gap and boost the pipeline of skilled...
