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Exeter College welcomes back ex-student and acclaimed tenor, Thomas Hobbs, for homecoming show

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/24/2017 - 6:04am

Exeter College welcomes back internationally acclaimed tenor and alumnus, Thomas Hobbs, for one off show at Exeter’s historic St Michael & All Angels Church. Thomas has been described as one of the finest tenors in the UK and is in demand, appearing with many leading baroque and early music ensembles throughout Europe and the US. He also has performed as a soloist in key works from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. Thomas was born in Exeter and was educated at Exeter School and then Exeter College before moving onto the Royal College of Music. Iorwerth Pugh, Programme Leader &...

Police appeal following assault in Exeter park

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/23/2017 - 5:11pm

Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident at a park in Exeter.

At around 6pm on Saturday the 7th of October, there was an altercation between three teenagers and a man near the basketball courts in Regents Park, Heavitree.

One 16-year-old and two 15-year-old boys were assaulted by a man following an argument.

The suspect is described as in his 20’s, white, around 5”8 in height and of slim build.

Anyone with any information is asked to email 101@dc.police.uk quoting crime reference CR/087115/17.

307 Squadron Day in Exeter

Authored by NEWTOWN
Posted: Mon, 10/23/2017 - 4:00pm

307 Squadron Project invite you to a number of important events taking place in Exeter on Wednesday 15th November (307 Squadron Day) to honour the Polish 307 Squadron.

307 Squadron, part of the RAF, were night-fighters who fought the Luftwaffe over the skies of Britain and prevented Exeter from being totally destroyed during the blitz on the city in 1942.

This year is the 75th anniversary of when the squadron presented the city of Exeter with the Polish flag on 15th November 1942 in a sign of international cooperation.

The events on 15th November, ‘307 Squadron Day...

Reindeer trail

Event Date: 
18/12/2017 - 10:30am to 3:00pm
Venue: 
Reed Base at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Father Christmas needs your help!

Follow the clues around the wetlands to help track down Father Christmas' missing reindeer in time to deliver his presents!

Once you've completed the trail join the Education rangers in the Reed Base for Christmas crafts and hot drinks.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/december-2017/rei...

What's that bird?

Event Date: 
14/12/2017 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Island hide at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Whatever your experience come along and improve your bird identification skills

An informal drop-in session to improve your bird identification skills.

Whatever your level of knowledge come along and enjoy an afternoons birdwatching with the help of a knowledgeable and experienced volunteer guide.

Meet in the Island Hide at Seaton Wetlands.

Telescopes and binoculars are available for use in the hide free of charge during the session.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/december-2017/wha...

Woodland work-out!

Event Date: 
13/12/2017 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Holyford Woods , Holyford Lane, Colyton, EX24 6HW

Join us in nature's 'green-gym'.

Join the Countryside ranger and the Axe Vale and District Conservation Society in nature's 'green-gym'!

Help to conserve wildlife with a range of practical tasks, meet like-minded people and feel the health benefits of spending more time outdoors.

No dogs.

Please book to ensure there are enough snack refreshments for everyone!

Please contact the Counryside team in advance about any health/ physical concerns.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/december-2017/woo...

Wreath making at Seaton Wetlands

Event Date: 
23/10/2017 - 1:00pm to 7:00pm
Venue: 
Reed Base at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Prepare your home for Christmas

Get that festive feeling with the Countryside rangers at Seaton Wetlands.

Make a beautiful Christmas wreath for your front door using natural materials.

Enjoy mince pies, festive drinks and Christmas carols in the Reed Base at Seaton Wetlands.

Afternoon wreath making: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/december-2017/wre...

Evening wreath making: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/december-2017/eve...

What's that bird?

Event Date: 
02/12/2017 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Tower Hide at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Whatever your experience come along and improve your bird identification skills

An informal drop-in session to improve your bird identification skills.

Whatever your level of knowledge come along and enjoy an afternoons birdwatching with the help of a knowledgeable and experienced volunteer guide.

Meet in the Tower Hide at Seaton Wetlands.

Telescopes and binoculars are available for use in the hide free of charge during the session.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/december-2017/wha...

Increased credit card limits cause bigger problems

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/23/2017 - 3:04pm

Major new research by the Citizens Advice service finds that nearly 1 in 5 people struggling with debts have had their credit card limit raised without them requesting it - a practice the charity would like to see banned.

After the Bank of England issued a warning to lenders about how they are granting credit to consumers, leading local advice charity, Citizens Advice Exeter, says poor affordability checks by firms are making people’s financial situation worse.

Consumer borrowing has risen to over £200 billion and over a third of this - £67 billion - is on credit cards....

What's that bird?

Event Date: 
16/11/2017 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Island hide at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Whatever your experience come along and improve your bird identification skills

An informal drop-in session to improve your bird identification skills.

Whatever your level of knowledge come along and enjoy an afternoons birdwatching with the help of a knowledgeable and experienced volunteer guide.

Meet in the Island Hide at Seaton Wetlands.

Telescopes and binoculars are available for use in the hide free of charge during the session.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/november-2017/wha...

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