UK health and life insurer The Exeter has announced that seven of their colleagues are preparing to cycle 340 miles from London to Paris in June 2026, as part of a major fundraising effort for the company’s corporate charity partner, Macmillan Cancer Support.
The team has already raised more than £23,000, with fundraising continuing ahead of the challenge. The ride reflects The Exeter’s ongoing commitment to supporting Macmillan’s work, which provides care, practical support and advocacy for people affected by cancer across the UK.
Lympstone Manor, the Michelin-starred country house hotel in Devon from celebrated Chef Owner Michael Caines MBE, has been named in The Telegraph’s inaugural ‘250 Best Hotels in the UK’ guide – a prestigious new collection celebrating the very best hotels across Britain.
Selected by Telegraph Travel’s expert hotel editors and independently reviewed by a network of 60 experienced reviewers, the brand-new guide recognises exceptional hotels based on location, character, service, facilities, food and drink, and value for money. Chosen from more than 2,000 hotel reviews nationwide,...
National law firm Foot Anstey has reinforced its commitment to the region with the promotion of two Exeter-based lawyers to the firm's partnership, as well as the relocation of its Exeter office to a new city-centre base at Broadwalk House on Southernhay West.
Emma Clayton and Dominic Cromwell, both in the firm’s Corporate & Private Equity team, have been promoted to partner. The promotions come as the firm marks a major milestone in Exeter relocating, after more than 20 years at Senate Court, to a modern, purpose-designed workspace that supports collaboration, flexibility...
Custard Town is a safe, inclusive, and interactive play space for children aged six and under, opening this June at Guildhall Shopping Exeter. Designed to spark imagination and sensory exploration, Custard Town offers a welcoming environment where children and grown-ups alike are encouraged to jump in and play.
Located in the heart of the city centre on Level One of Guildhall Shopping Exeter, the space brings a new, family-focused experience to Exeter’s retail and community offering, creating a place where play, connection and accessibility come together.
It’s 10 years since Devon County Council rolled out its community road warden scheme across the county, and to mark the milestone, councillors have issued a rallying cry for new recruits to come forward.
Volunteer Road Wardens are supported by the County Council to organise and carry out minor work in their local community such as weed clearance, grass cutting, sign cleaning, and small drainage work. They can also request training to carry out small pothole repairs using a simple-to-use pothole repair material paid for by Devon County Council.
You won’t want to miss June in Exeter, with an impressive array of over 200 events celebrating arts, culture and creativity in the city. Whether you're an art lover, culture seeker, or a fan of live music and gigs, the city promises an electrifying calendar that will leave you craving more.
From live music to side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking exhibitions, bustling markets and vibrant festivals, Exeter is where creativity flourishes and enjoyment is guaranteed. This is not just an events programme - it’s your ticket to an unforgettable month out.
A local not-for-profit dementia care and support service, The Filo Project , is using this Dementia Action Week to encourage families across the region to reach out for help sooner and to challenge common myths that can prevent people from getting the support they need.
There are around one million people with the dementia in the UK, and Alzheimer’s Society estimates over 21,000 people over the age of 65 are living with dementia in the NHS Devon ICS area. Yet one in three people with dementia do not have a diagnosis and struggle to access the help and support they need.
First Thursdays is a new event you won’t want to miss.
From June to September, Gandy Street will come alive on the first Thursday of each month, with a festival atmosphere in the early evening.
The first event takes place on Thursday 4 June, 5–8pm. Expect late-night shopping, live music, street entertainment, extended opening hours at cultural venues and a cocktail trail. All your favourite businesses on Gandy Street and in the surrounding area will be open, including:
Boston Tea Party : Will be hosting an indoor market with Circular Social, featuring
Plans for two brand new South West hubs have been revealed by leading logistics network, Pall-Ex Group , as it earmarks an £8 million investment for strengthening its services across the region.
The South West peninsula, often known as the ‘final frontier’, has historically been one of the most challenging delivery locations in the UK due to its landscape. In spite of that, the region has been dubbed a ‘logistics hot spot’ , with brands like Pall-Ex continuing to see year-on-year growth .
Now, businesses throughout the region will soon benefit from the launch of two new...
Devon County Show is delighted to announce that Farmer Will Young—sheep farmer, content creator and former Love Island contestant—will be joining visitors at the Show on the final day of this year’s show, Saturday 23 May.
He will be at the Show in the morning, giving fans, families and young farmers the chance to meet one of the most recognisable advocates for modern, positive, accessible farming.
Championing farming for the next generation
Will, known for his engaging video content, his habit of chatting to his sheep and alpacas, and his enthusiasm for rural...
