Edible bananas have been grown for the first time by the talented gardeners at the University of Exeter.
The mini versions of the popular fruit of the Musa acuminata ‘Dwarf Cavendish’ – normally only found in tropical countries - have been cultivated at a greenhouse at the University’s Streatham campus. They are of the same Cavendish variety found in shops but taste slightly sweeter.
The plant has been growing for five years, and the University’s grounds team are unsure as to why it has suddenly started producing fruit. It gets plenty of feed and attention, particularly...
Chris Dadds specialises in residential planning advice for developers and landowners, as well as seeking the allocation of land for residential use and securing planning permissions. He previously worked for Peter Brett Associates. He will work closely with James Petherick who has recently joined JLL as a director of residential development, based in Bristol. Together they bring a new breadth of expertise to the company’s residential development services in the South and Wales region. James specialises in the sale and acquisition of residential development land and advising developers on...
Exeter solicitors Cartridges Law will be raising a glass to help raise much-needed funds for the charity Headway Devon.
The charity, which supports people affected by brain injury, is holding a wine-tasting quiz evening, thanks to sponsorship from Cartridges Law.
The event will be held at Headway’s Exeter Quayside headquarters, The X Centre, at 6.30pm on Friday April 28.
Partner at Cartridges Law, Nicky Mein, said: ‘We are very excited to sponsor this event in support of such an important local charity. It promises to be a lively, fun-filled evening for a worthwhile...
Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink has announced new exhibitors for the 2017 festival as part of its Fresh at the Festival initiative. The scheme supports local independent start-ups and this year eight exciting new Fresh at the Festival exhibitors will feature alongside many festival favourites.
The initiative offers discounted stands and a one-day training and business support seminar to new exhibitors that have been in business for three years or less. Sponsor and Devon County Councillor, Andrew Leadbetter said: “We are continually looking to encourage and support...
The show features a large display of quilts from all over the world as well as Patchwork and Quilting suppliers stands. Quilting enthusiasts and personalities will be on hand to 'show you how'. Workshops are available, and can only be booked at the Show on a first come, first served basis. Open 10am - 4.30pm (Sunday 10am-4pm).
The world is going bonkers and it’s still cold outside. So forget all your worries and escape for a night of comedy, cabaret and surprises.
Yes, it’s back. The brand new Exeter Cabaret Show returns with the cream of the international cabaret scene, brought to your doorstep. So get out of the cold and warm yourself with some award-winning comedy cabaret!
This show will feature an amazing line up including:
Barbara Nice Absolutely unmissable character comedy. As seen on Phoenix Nights. ‘As hilarious as it’s possible to get’ (THE SCOTSMAN) Abi Collins Multi talented...
With just days to go until a thrilling new season of racing returns to Newton Abbot Racecourse, finishing touches are being made following a major winter improvement programme.
The summer jump season opener on Tuesday April 4 will signal the start of an exciting 18 fixture programme of racing and special events at the newly-improved course in South Devon.
Once again the racecourse will be celebrating summer with a major music concert. Sounds of the Summer, on Sunday July 16, will feature an amazing array of pop acts including reggae royalty UB40 and special guests All...
With local elections taking place in just a few weeks, voters in Exeter are being urged to make sure they are registered to vote and are able to take part on polling day, Thursday 4 May. The call for voters to sign up comes as the Electoral Commission launches a national voter registration campaign to encourage as many people as possible to register ahead of elections taking place this year across the country.
People need to register by Thursday 13 April otherwise they won’t be able to take part in the forthcoming Devon County Council elections or the City Council By-election in...
The Archdeacon of Exeter, the Ven Christopher Futcher presented St Sidwell’s Church of England Primary School with their Outstanding Church School Inspection (SIAMS) certificate this week.
St Sidwells has retained their ‘outstanding’ status in their recent Church School Inspection (SIAMS - National Society Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools). The school serves an area with a diverse multicultural population and a high proportion of children have English as an additional language.
The school was rated as outstanding in their distinctiveness and...
