#Exmouth

Hendy shortlisted for prestigious industry award

Authored by Hendy
Posted: Fri, 01/24/2020 - 10:04am

Hendy Group has been shortlisted for a key automotive award for its commitment to supporting the communities in which it operates.

It has been shortlisted for the Community Hero Award in the AM Awards for its work in setting up the Hendy Foundation which provides grants to charities and organisations.

Hendy commercial director and Hendy Foundation trustee Mark Busby said he was thrilled that the initiative has been shortlisted for such a prestigious award less than a year after being set up.

“Throughout Hendy’s 161 years in business the company has always had an...

Louise Hancock, 23, from Exmouth, will manage the Pete’s Dragons shop in Rolle Street. The premises was formerly The Hub.

Now that's retail therapy! Charity's first-ever shop champions mental health on the high street

Authored by RedSoil PR
Posted: Fri, 04/05/2019 - 10:21am

Retail therapy with a difference will bring mental health to the high street when a charity opens its first-ever shop in Exmouth.

Pete’s Dragons will give shoppers the chance to look after their minds and bodies while bagging a bargain at its outlet in Rolle Street.

The cause has issued an appeal for help, donations and volunteers ahead of the store’s grand opening in later this month. Work is currently under way to transform the premises, formerly The Hub.

“Our shop will be quite unique, with a section devoted to mental wellbeing,” said manager Louise Hancock....

Exmouth Choral Society Concert: Britten, Goodall and Vaughan Williams

Event Date: 
11/05/2019 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Holy Trinity Church, Exmouth

Exmouth Choral Society are joined by their professional orchestra and soloists for a May weekend performance, conducted by Laurence Blyth Britten "Rejoice in the Lamb" Goodall "Eternal Light: A Requiem" Vaughan Williams "Five Mystical Songs" Whitacre "The Seal Lullaby"

Ticket information: £10 online in advance or £12 on the door. Under 18s FREE.

Also available in advance from Holy Trinity Church (Rolle St, Exmouth), Cabin News (The Parade, Exmouth) and The Card Shop Too (High Street, Budleigh Salterton)

Book online: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/date/636485

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

Event Date: 
21/02/2019 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

On 3rd February 1959, Rock ’n’ Roll - and the world - lost its brightest star.

The unparalleled catalogue of music that Buddy Holly left behind has entertained, inspired and moved every subsequent generation to laughter, tears and an irrepressible desire to dance!

To commemorate Buddy’s anniversary and to celebrate the joy he has brought millions of people worldwide for over 60 years, the country’s first and best-loved Buddy Holly act, Buddy Holly and The Cricketers, plays a very special show in venues all over the UK. Buddy Holly and The Cricketers has delighted audiences...

Strictly Nashville

Event Date: 
16/02/2019 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

Celebrating the very best in music from America's 'Music City' this brand new show promises an exciting fusion of pure Country gold with 'New Country' blockbusters!

Guitarist, vocalist and band-leader Bob Drury, who has been selling out in theatres across the country for the past 6 years with his highly acclaimed shows, heads up an amazing cast of musicians to a deliver a set of pristine classics from the likes of Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, Brad Paisley, Garth Brooks, Willie Nelson and Kenny Rogers.

Featuring Bob's daughter Harriet on female lead vocals the band present...

AMY - A Tribute to Amy Winehouse

Event Date: 
15/02/2019 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

‘’AMY’’ was established by a group of musicians who are genuine fans of Amy and her music. Their love for Amy and her material shines through in their live performances.

“AMY” have left no stone unturned - paying close attention to every detail of recreating her music.

Fronted by the tremendously talented Stacey Lou, who not only brings the swagger of Amy, but the raw emotion and flawless vocals too.

If you are a fan of Amy this is a show you will not want to miss.

Performing all the hits that defined the unique talent that was Amy Winehouse, we look forward...

Devon charity aims to fill record number of hampers to bring Christmas comfort to suicide bereaved families

COMMUNITY kindness is being harnessed to help a charity bring Christmas comfort to scores of suicide bereaved families across Devon and Cornwall.

This year’s Operation Christmas Hamper will be the largest in the history of Pete’s Dragons.

The launch of the drive was met with a wave of generous support at Tesco in Exmouth and Sainsbury’s in Ottery St Mary when shoppers gifted trolley-loads of goods and hundreds of pounds.

Donations of gifts, food and festive items are being sought by the cause as it strives to support people struggling to deal with the loss of a...