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Exeter Community Alcohol Partnership wins national award for work educating 18-25s about alcohol harm

Exeter Community Alcohol Partnership (CAP) has won a national Reaching 18–25s Award in recognition of its pioneering work supporting young adults and improving safety across the city’s evening and night-time economy. The accolade was awarded by Community Alcohol Partnerships and the Exeter CAP team received the award at a ceremony held in the House of Commons on 2nd March 2026.

CAPs are community-led partnerships which bring together local police, councils, schools, retailers, and community groups. Their primary goal is to reduce underage alcohol consumption and the resulting...

Exeter College Rugby Academy confirms squad and launches kit for World Youth Rugby tournament 

Exeter College Rugby Academy has launched its official touring kit ahead of the SANIX World Rugby Youth Tournament in Fukuoka, Japan, and confirmed the squad that will represent England at the prestigious international schools’ competition this April.

Hosted annually by the Japan Rugby Football Union, the SANIX tournament is recognised as one of the world’s leading international schools’ rugby events and brings together top youth teams from across the globe. Exeter College was selected to represent England at this year’s tournament and will face sides from countries including New...

Woodburn ‘honoured’ to sign new Chiefs contract

More than a decade on from his Exeter Chiefs debut, winger Olly Woodburn is capping off an already impressive season by penning a new deal.

The near 200-cap Exeter man, who already has two Gallagher PREM titles and an Investec Champions Cup on his Chiefs CV, is excited to continue to deliver.

Woodburn said: “I’m honoured to have the opportunity to continue my journey here and to keep chasing trophies with such a talented group of players and staff.

“This club has become home for me over the past decade, and I’m incredibly grateful for the support from the fans,...

Exeter Cathedral to Host City’s Largest Volunteer Fair

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 03/11/2026 - 12:36pm

Exeter Community Initiatives is delighted to announce the return of the Exeter Volunteer Fair, taking place on Thursday 23 April 2026, 11am–2pm at Exeter Cathedral.

This free-to-attend, drop-in event will bring together 75 local charities and community organisations, offering residents the chance to explore hundreds of volunteering opportunities in one place. With over 800 people expected to attend, the fair is the largest volunteering event of its kind in Exeter.

Whether people have a few hours to spare or are looking for longer-term roles, the Volunteer Fair helps...

Young runners race down Exeter’s famous home straight on Family Day

Authored by Lucy
Posted: Fri, 03/06/2026 - 4:57pm

Dozens of young runners will soon be charging down the famous home straight at Exeter Racecourse when the much-loved Family Day returns on Sunday, 22 March.

The annual event gives children a rare opportunity to experience the thrill of race day for themselves, sprinting along the same stretch of turf as the racehorses. With race commentary echoing across the course as they run for the finishing post, it is a moment that makes young participants feel like champions.

The children’s dash has become one of the highlights of the day and a firm favourite for families across...

Ted Wragg Trust Shortlisted for National Staff Development Award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 03/05/2026 - 8:15pm

The Ted Wragg Multi-Academy Trust has been shortlisted for the Staff Development Award (for trusts with 13+ schools) at the upcoming MAT Excellence Awards.

The award recognises trusts that demonstrate outstanding commitment to developing and supporting their staff. The Ted Wragg Trust has long been dedicated to growing great people through exceptional, inclusive, and ambitious professional development – all underpinned by the Ted Wragg Institute.

People are at the heart of the trust’s mission to transform lives, strengthen communities and make the world a better place....

Acclaimed comedy theatre company Le Navet Bete presents Oh Zeus!

A riotous, hilarious ride through Greek mythology at Exeter Northcott Theatre from 8 - 18 April 2026

Devon-based kings of comedy Le Navet Bete - one of the UK’s most-loved comedy theatre companies and creators of smash-hit family shows Dracula: The Bloody Truth, King Arthur and Treasure Island - have teamed up with one of the country’s best comedy writers and directors, Olivier Award nominated John Nicholson (The Time Machine: A Comedy), to present their riotous all-out hilarious ride through the world of Greek mythology Oh Zeus! at Exeter Northcott Theatre from Wednesday 8 to Saturday 18...

The People of Exeter by Dr Todd Gray

Event Date: 
07/03/2026 - 2:00pm
Venue: 
St Thomas Church Hall, Church Road, Exeter, EX2 9BQ

The People of Exeter by Dr Todd Gray

Learning the Past to Change the Present

In review with Mali Sharpe and special guest George Connett presenting “The Story of Jack Leslie: by his Devon born nephew”

Saturday 7th March 2-5 pm

Click here for details .

Tickets cost: £3 (solidarity); £6 (middle); £10 (higher) + booking fee

Lunch and/or tea and cake is provided on a ‘pay-what-you-can’ basis

All proceeds go towards funding the free Community Love St Thomas Festival

Private Business Awards launch for 2026 in the South West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/24/2026 - 8:22pm

The Private Business Awards 2026, sponsored by BDO, have officially launched, with nominations now open to private or PE-backed businesses in the South West with a turnover of over £10m.

The second year of the awards programme, which serves to celebrate the businesses that drive UK economic growth, aims to recognise the very best of private business in the region and the rest of the UK. It also recognises the people behind these companies. Last year's inaugural awards saw winners such as Totalmobile, Flagstone Group and Cycle Pharma.

The Private Business Awards is...

Appeal after Exeter baseball club raided

A community baseball club in Exeter has been left reeling after thieves broke into its storage container and stole vital equipment just weeks before the start of the new season.

The break-in happened overnight, with all of the Exeter Spitfire's bats taken. Catchers’ gear was later discovered in a nearby field and is believed to be largely intact, although a full assessment of losses and damage is still under way.

Following the incident, officials at the club confirmed that 12 baseball bats are missing, with an estimated value of at least £1,200. Replacement costs could...

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