Exeter

Film debut for Devon Morris Dancers and chance to be an Extra in iShort Festival

An exciting new short film, Hell's Bells, made by Exeter based film and theatre company Wandering Tiger, will be shot in Devon this summer after winning the backing of Creative England and the British Film Institute through their iShorts scheme for emerging filmmakers.

Described as a psychological thriller about Morris dancing, Hell's Bells is a new short film written by Exeter writer & director Luke Jeffery, and tells the story of Rosie Dean, a young woman who has been brainwashed by a group of renegade Morris dancers! Now in pre-production, Hell's Bells have linked up with...

Theatre in Killerton's garden: The Importance of Being Earnest

Event Date: 
14/07/2016 - 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Venue: 
Killerton, Broadclyst, near Exeter, EX5 3LE

Join Heartbreak Productions for a hilarious adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s brilliant masterpiece. Expect laugh-out-loud mistaken identities as everyone learns the vital importance of being earnest. Recommended for aged 8+.

Full details and booking here .

Classic car day at Killerton

Event Date: 
15/05/2016 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Venue: 
Killerton, Broadclyst, near Exeter, EX5 3LE

On Sunday 15 May, hundreds of vintage vehicles will park up in style to celebrate ‘classic car day’ in Killerton's historic parkland. With a backdrop like no other, admire a huge variety of unique cars, enjoy live music and visit craft and food stalls.

For full details, including how to book your classic car in for display, see Killerton's website.

Praise for Exeter on housing with warnings about impact of new Government policies on the city

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 04/13/2016 - 3:35pm

Labour's national housing spokesman has singled out Exeter for praise for its record of delivering affordable housing, but warns the city's job will be harder because of the latest policies from Government.

During a visit to Exeter tomorrow, John Healey will highlight the fact that Exeter has built more affordable homes for rent than any other council in the South West, but he'll warn the shift in Government policy towards homes to buy for £250,000 will make the city's housing affordability crisis worse. He will also criticise Government plans to force housing associations to sell...

Appeal after woman assaulted in Exeter car park

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 04/13/2016 - 9:51am

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted and two cars were damaged in a car park in Exeter at the weekend.

A 46-year-old local woman was assaulted by a man, who was known to her, in the Stone Lane Retail Park in Marsh Barton on Sunday 10 April at around 3.45pm.

The wing mirrors and a windscreen wiper were reported to have been damaged on a silver Volkswagen Touran, which was parked next to the Matalan store.

A black Skoda was also damaged during the incident.

A 25-year-old man, from Dawlish, was arrested on suspicion of common assault...

Bring your Dog to Work Day 2016

The third national Bring Your Dog To Work Day - which is organised by the dog grooming product company HOWND - has been confirmed for early summer.

On Friday 24 June, businesses from across the UK will welcome their dog loving employees into the workplace along with their loyal (and well-behaved!) four-legged companions, all in the name of charity.

Britain’s most memorable day at the office took the national press and social media by storm in 2015. The initiative was mentioned by The Times, Daily Mirror, The Independent, Metro and Mashable - it even trended on Twitter...

Bluebird Care Exeter Celebrates its 5th anniversary

Bluebird Care Exeter, an award winning local homecare provider was proud to recently celebrate its 5 year anniversary and raise a toast to an exciting future.

In 2011, the inspirational husband and wife team William and Sara Flint both gave up Senior Management careers with the NHS to follow and fulfil their combined passion for providing outstanding support to the vulnerable in their community. Over the past 5 years, they have worked hard to build Bluebird Care a reputation across Exeter as an industry leader in the homecare sector.

William Flint, Director said: “Sara and...

Teignmouth's Fish Quay gets major overhaul

A new £1.125million quay built to boost fishing, leisure and tourism industries in Teignmouth is open for use.

Teignbridge District Council has worked with a range of partners to regenerate the Fish Quay at Gales Hill, something that will boost the livelihoods of local fishermen and shore-dependent jobs, retain the important fishing heritage and encourage more visitors with new, modern recreational facilities for passenger boats.

The old wooden jetty has been replaced with a new pontoon and equipment that makes it much easier and quicker for fishermen to process their...

Exeter apprentice is top of the class

An Exeter man has scooped the title of Apprentice of the Year from his employer Western Power Distribution (WPD).

Daniel Bickham, 24, from Kingsteignton, Newton Abbott, won the coveted title for the company’s South West region after joining WPD in September 2013 as an apprentice Jointer.

WPD Distribution Manager, Paul Elsen who nominated Daniel, explained: “Our apprentice recruitment programme continues to flourish and to produce outstanding nominations for the annual apprentice shield which recognises individuals who have demonstrated high standards in both their practical...

Bluebird Care Exeter celebrates award win

Local homecare provider, Bluebird Care Exeter & East Devon has been named as the overall winner in the Employer of The Year category at the 2016 Express & Echo Business Awards.

“We have a fantastic team of staff and are bowled over daily by their dedication and hard work. We really do value them and the care and support they provide in our local communities; they are the embodiment of our passion for care in the local community.

To be recognised as Employer of the Year is an amazing achievement for us, it really does show how rewarding a career in the Care industry...

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