The competition was launched to lift people’s spirits during the third national lockdown
The winners of a wildlife at home photography competition that attracted nearly 100 entries, have received their prizes.
The competition, organised by Exeter City Council and Devon Wildlife Trust, proved very popular, drawing a total of 93 entries from amateur photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. The standard of entries was exceptional, with dozens of stunning images.
In the end it was David Flint’s close-up of a garden dragonfly in his conservatory that impressed judges the most...
Sport and physical activity in Exeter has received a boost with the awarding of £280,000 government money to support the recovery of leisure centres.
Exeter City Council is one of 266 local authorities that have benefitted from the £100 million National Leisure Recovery Fund.
The money offsets some of the losses made since leisure centres were forced to close because of COVID. It will also support the phased reopening of Leisure Centres on 12 April, when the government restrictions are eased further.
In October last year the Council took over the running of its...
People in Exeter have been thanked for their “unswerving support, patience and understanding” through what has been a difficult year.
The words come from Exeter City Council Leader Phil Bialyk, on the first anniversary of Covid-19 ‘lockdown’, as the Council is set to unveil a tree to commemorate those in the city who have died from the virus.
“My thoughts are with everyone who has lost family or friends during the last 12 months,” said Cllr Bialyk.
“It has been a horrendous year for everyone and if there is a positive, it has to be how Exeter pulled together to...
Bus passengers in Exeter will get a major boost this summer when a brand new bus station opens in the city.
The striking new Exeter Bus Station features striking glass-fronted covered waiting and boarding areas and high quality facilities. It will replace the existing bus station which was opened in 1964.
The emerging new facility will be operated by Stagecoach following the recent completion of a competitive tendering process.
Council Leader Phil Bialyk said he was delighted to see the progress that has been made on the new station. He said: “As a former bus...
People across Exeter can now take part in a study to assess the effect of ash dieback disease on the landscape of the city.
Three fixed camera points have been installed at three locations across the city where ash dieback will have an impact.
Members of the public are now being encouraged to take photographs from the fixed posts to capture Exeter’s changing landscape over the coming months and years. The pictures, will capture changes to the treescape and will help inform decisions about future plantings across the city.
Organisers or a wildlife at home photography competition have been bowled over by the high standard of entries.
Exeter City Council and Devon Wildlife Trust received 93 entries for the competition, with dozens of stunning images.
In the end it was David Flint’s close-up of a garden dragonfly that impressed judges the most. David will receive a book on Wildlife Gardening, kindly donated by Devon Wildlife Trust (DWT) for his efforts.
Eleven-year-old Oliver Marsh won the junior category with his shot of a robin on a bench. Oliver will also receive a book of...
People are being encouraged to stay positive during ‘lockdown’ and share their tips for keeping upbeat as part of a new social media campaign.
‘Stay Positive Exeter’ has been launched by the City Council to help people through these difficult times.
People are being asked to post a picture of themselves on Facebook holding a piece of paper containing the words #staypositiveexeter along with something they are doing to stay positive during this challenging period.
It could be something really simple like #staypositiveexeter:
Householders in Exeter may soon be able to take advantage of a variety of council-run garden and landscaping services.
Exeter City Council is looking to broaden out a number of its services like landscape gardening and path and patio laying.
“The City Council is a trusted and established brand,” said Cllr David Harvey, Lead Councillor for City Management.
“And what we have built up over the years in our parks and open spaces, is a highly experienced team capable of delivering some first class projects across the city,” he added.
People are being encouraged to take photographs of ‘Wildlife at Home’ in a fantastic new competition with some great prizes up for grabs.
Exeter City Council has partnered up with Devon Wildlife Trust, who manage Exeter’s Valley Parks on behalf of the Council, to see what wildlife people have in their gardens or backyards across the city.
The competition – which is open to everyone in Exeter (see restrictions below) – supports the government’s ‘Stay at Home’ message in trying to stop the spread of Covid-19, whilst at the same time helps mental well-being and encourages...
Exeter City Council will be making extra emergency accommodation available to rough sleepers over the coming days as temperatures are set to dip below freezing.
The City Council stressed that nobody needs to be sleeping outside and has activated its Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) in light of the worsening forecast for tonight (Wednesday) and the next four nights.
The Council is also said that members of the public who see someone they believe to be rough sleeping overnight can contact report it to the Exeter Assertive Homeless Outreach team (AHOT) on 01392...
