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Family donate £4,300 to Exeter’s Neonatal Unit

A family from Lewdown near Okehampton have raised over £4,300 for the Neonatal Unit (NNU) at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, as a thank you for the help and support they received from staff when their little boy was seriously ill.

Chris Back and Crystal Jordan spent 66 days on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with their son Jax who was born at 29 weeks, 11 weeks prematurely in December 2016. The couple, who also have two other young children, were caught a little unprepared by Jax’s surprise early arrival however they were helped through the ordeal by the staff on NNU...

FREE Discovery Week at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Exeter, Matford Green

Event Date: 
18/09/2017 - 10:00am to 23/09/2017 - 1:30pm
Venue: 
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, Matford Green Business Park, Exeter, EX2 8LB

Unlock your child’s imagination at our FREE Discovery sessions from Monday 18th to Saturday 23rd September!

Monday to Friday: 10-11am and 2-3pm Saturday: 10.30am to 1 pm

This is the perfect opportunity for your little one to explore a range of learning and educational activities, with access to a fantastic range of toys and resources - all in a fun environment.

Each event is a great opportunity for you too to learn what nursery life is like and to speak to our dedicated and experienced practitioners.

Our Discovery Week will be packed full of exciting...

FREE Discovery Week at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Exeter, Sowton

Event Date: 
18/09/2017 - 10:00am to 23/09/2017 - 1:30pm
Venue: 
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, Emperor Way, Exeter Business Park, Exeter, EX1 3QS

Unlock your child’s imagination at our FREE Discovery sessions from Monday 18th to Saturday 23rd September

Monday to Friday: 10-11am and 2-3pm Saturday: 10.30am to 1 pm

This is the perfect opportunity for your little one to explore a range of learning and educational activities, with access to a fantastic range of toys and resources - all in a fun environment. Each event is a great opportunity for you too to learn what nursery life is like and to speak to our dedicated and experienced practitioners.

Our Discovery Week will be packed full of exciting activities,...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 06/28/2017 - 10:51am

Your essential guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this weekend (30 June – 2 July):

THEATRE

Daliso Chaponda Friday, 8pm, Barnfied Theatre, Exeter Comedy Grove are proud to announce Daliso Chaponda & Friends. Straight from the stages of Britain’s Got Talent where Daliso finished 3rd place in the completion. Tickets £11. www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk

Joel Dommett - Live 2017 ** SOLD OUT ** Friday, 8pm, Exeter Corn Exchange Fresh from his hugely memorable performance on 2016’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, one of the UK’s most energetic and exciting...

The Summer Show

Event Date: 
22/07/2017 - 10:00am to 10/09/2017 - 5:30pm
Venue: 
Devon Guild of Craftsmen, Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey, Devon TQ13 9AF

This year marks the 62nd annual Summer exhibition of selected pieces by Devon Guild Members.

The show features a diverse range of contemporary craft from across the South West. You can also gain an insight into what makers do all day with diary snapshots of Members' everyday lives displayed alongside the exhibits.

There is a DIY 'Perfect Day' Craft activity in the gallery for kids and don’t forget to vote for your favourite maker in The People’s Choice Award.

Open daily, 10am-5.30pm. Free entry

http://www.crafts.org.uk

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Your guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (16-18 June):

THEATRE

The Railway Children Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Northcott Theatre, Exeter E. Nesbit’s classic novel The Railway Children is brought thrillingly to life in a stunning new stage production. When their father mysteriously disappears with two strangers one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are turned upside down. Forced to leave the comforts of their privileged London life in exchange for a simple existence in the depths of the Yorkshire countryside, this fractured family soon...

Friday Feeling Raceday

Event Date: 
22/09/2017 - 12:15pm to 5:15pm
Venue: 
Newton Abbot Racecourse

The weekend starts here! Join us for an afternoon of Summer Jumps racing in the beautiful South West.

NEW for 2017: Check out our two new Fizz Friday ticket packages at just £30pp which include Paddock entry, fizz or a refreshing drink, a tasty treat and a racecard. These packages are only available via our online ticket store until 5pm on Thursday 21 September.

Alternatively, Paddock Enclosure tickets are on sale now priced at £19 per person or £12 for Course Enclosure tickets. Children aged 16 and under, plus students with a valid photographic ID go FREE. Gates open at 12...

2 for 1 Paddock Entry - Mon 11 Sept

Event Date: 
11/09/2017 - 12:15pm to 5:15pm
Venue: 
Newton Abbot Racecourse

Come racing and save. Enjoy two Paddock Enclosure tickets for the price of one on Monday 11 September when you book by 5pm on Monday 4 September.

Missed the deadline? Tickets will still be available after this date at the full price of £19 per Paddock Enclosure ticket or £12 for Course Enclosure.

Gates open at 12.15 ahead of the first race at 14.15. The last race of the day will take place at 17.15.

Please note times are subject to change so please be sure to check the website for updates.

To find out more information and to buy tickets, visit www....

Summertime Racing

Event Date: 
16/08/2017 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Venue: 
Newton Abbot Racecourse

Make the most of the summer holidays and enjoy making new memories from your afternoon at the races on Wednesday 16 August.

Gates open at 12.00 ahead of the first race at 14.00. The final race of the day will take place at 17.00.

Tickets are available online now priced at £19 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure.

Tickets are available online until 17.00 on Tuesday 15 August and will also be available at the gates on the day. Children aged 16 and under, plus students with valid photographic ID go FREE.

Be sure to pay a visit to our new...

Friday Feeling Raceday

Event Date: 
07/07/2017 - 12:15pm
Venue: 
Newton Abbot Racecourse

The weekend starts here! Join us for an afternoon of Summer Jumps racing in the beautiful South West.

NEW for 2017: Check out our two new Fizz Friday ticket packages at just £30pp which include Paddock entry, fizz or a refreshing drink, a tasty treat and a racecard. These packages are only available via our online ticket store until 5pm on Thursday 6 July.

Alternatively, Paddock Enclosure tickets are on sale now priced at £19 per person or £12 for Course Enclosure tickets. Children aged 16 and under, plus students with a valid photographic ID go FREE.

Gates open at...

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