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Ted Wragg Trust Students Conquer the Ten Tors Challenge

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Posted: Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:24pm

A record 134 students from seven schools within the Ted Wragg Trust successfully took on the legendary Ten Tors Challenge this past weekend, demonstrating outstanding resilience, teamwork and determination across the rugged landscapes of Dartmoor.

Representing 23 teams across 35, 45 and 55-mile routes, students from Exmouth Community College, Honiton Community College, Isca Academy, Queen Elizabeth’s School, Sidmouth College, St James School, and West Exe School battled the moor’s unpredictable weather and challenging terrain to complete one of the UK’s most iconic youth...

Get Ready for June Boom: Exeter’s Month of Culture, Comedy, Music and More!

Exeter is set for an unforgettable June as the city comes alive with June Boom — a month-long celebration packed with vibrant events, arts, culture, and entertainment.

From live music and laugh-out-loud comedy to inspiring heritage festivals and creative arts and literature events, there’s something for everyone — and you won’t want to miss a thing.

Nicola Wheeler, CEO at InExeter, says: " Exeter is already an amazing place to visit, but this June, it’s going to be buzzing! We’re shouting from the rooftops, so no one misses out. From live music and comedy to vibrant...

Exeter awaits era-defining tournament as new Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy unveiled and further tickets released

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Posted: Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:58pm

With just 100 days to go until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 kicks off in Sunderland, World Rugby has today unveiled a bold new trophy – a symbol of the game’s unstoppable global rise – and announced the release of additional tickets for what promises to be a generational moment for the sport.

The trophy will embark on a trip to Exeter on 20 May at Exeter Cathedral, as part of a nationwide tour of England.

Sarah Massey, Managing Director of the Rugby World Cup 2025, and several rugby stars will be in attendance to showcase the new trophy.

Exeter will host seven...

Princesshay to be the official Exeter city centre fanzone for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

Princesshay is delighted to announce that it has been awarded official city centre fanzone status for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 this August and September.

Rugby fans will be able to gather and watch all the action in Princesshay Square where live coverage will be shown on a big screen each day of the tournament including all the matches hosted at Sandy Park staring on Friday 22nd August when the tournament officially begins.

Spectators will have a mix of seating options within the free and accessible fan zone including bean bags, deck chairs and picnic benches...

Billy Kidd Brings the Magic to The Poldark Show at Exeter Phoenix this Summer!

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Posted: Tue, 05/13/2025 - 7:37pm

As part of The Poldark Show’s South West tour, stopping at the iconic Exeter Phoenix, audiences are in for an unforgettable evening of astonishing hypnosis, mind-blowing magic and jaw-dropping mentalism. This is more than just a show; it’s an immersive experience where entertainment meets audience interaction. You’re not just the audience, you’re part of the show!

Special guest and South West based, Award Winning Magician, Billy Kidd opens the show on Thursday July 17, 2025 with her own unique high-energy style of magic. Get ready to laugh, be amazed and fully engage as she...

Young Exeter man chosen to share his story at Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award celebrations

A young man from Exeter joined His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, and England footballer Hannah Hampton, to give a speech to thousands of young people and their loved ones at Buckingham Palace on Friday – as they celebrated achieving their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards.   

Ved Kumar, 18 - who was also celebrating achieving his own Gold Award – took to the Palace’s West Terrace to share his inspiring DofE story with around 2,000 other young Award holders. Ved, who did his DofE at Exeter College, was joined for the special day by his parents Vanja and Vinod Kumar....

South West housebuilder makes new appointment

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Posted: Mon, 05/12/2025 - 7:52pm

Persimmon Homes South West has promoted from within to find its new Contracts Manager.

Kenny Corrick has moved into the position after serving as a site manager and senior site manager for the five-star housebuilder for the last six years. He was an assistant site manager for two years before that.

Kenny has had a long career in construction, starting aged 17. He was an apprentice carpenter that used to sub-contract for Persimmon back in 1998, working on sites in Honiton and Seaton in Devon, before a spell as a self-employed carpenter.

Following this, he held...

Absolute PR and Marketing Celebrates Second Birthday as an Employee-Owned Business Following Most Successful Year to Date

Exeter-based, employee-owned communications agency, Absolute PR & Marketing is celebrating two years since becoming an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) — marking the milestone as the agency’s most successful year in its 25-year history.

Since the transition in March 2023, the award-winning agency has expanded its client base, and delivered measurable success for clients, all while embedding its values-led culture and commitment to sustainability at the heart of the business.

The move to employee ownership followed a decision by Founder and Managing Director, Rachael...

Exeter’s Fore Street Flea Returns for 2025

May is here, and with it comes the much-anticipated return of the Fore Street Flea . Now in its ninth year, this iconic market has become a firm favourite in Exeter’s cultural calendar, drawing crowds to the heart of the city’s West Quarter for a day of discovery, community, and celebration.

Mark your calendars, for the Fore Street Flea dates for 2025:

  • Sunday 18 May
  • Sunday 13 July
  • Sunday 14 September
  • Sunday 23 November

First launched in 2016 as a grassroots initiative by local traders, the Flea has grown into one of...

Local care home celebrates international firefighter's day

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Posted: Wed, 05/07/2025 - 6:23pm

Residents and staff at Cumberland Grange care home in Exeter, honoured their local firefighters by visiting their local fire crew to deliver delicious home-baked goodies prepared by the home’s head chef Chris and to thank the firefighters stationed there for their selfless service keeping the community safe.

Coinciding with Saint Florian’s Day, International Firefighters’ Day is celebrated around the world. Saint Florian, who was said to be one of the first commanding firefighters of a Roman battalion, saved many lives and is the patron saint of firefighters. The event was...

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