Live music fans are set for another celebration of amazing entertainment in the Devon countryside as TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham confirms its return for 2026.
Following its debut outing at the historic country estate this July, which saw headline performances from Duran Duran and Basement Jaxx, Live Nation’s Cuffe and Taylor are now planning for a bigger and better event next summer with plans to unveil the first 2026 headliner in the coming weeks.
Cuffe and Taylor have already invested heavily in the venue’s infrastructure, redesigning the site and introducing a...
Staff and residents at Cumberland Grange Care Home in Exeter are celebrating because two of the homes much-loved characters, Avril Tucker and Brian Edwards, have been elected as Resident Ambassadors, a role they are extremely proud of and one they do very well. With their kindness and support to new and existing residents, no one at Cumberland Grange could think of better people to represent them.
Originally from London and living in another care home at the time, Avril moved down to Cumberland Grange in August 2022 to be closer to her sister-in-law. She said: ‘I arrived here and...
Two Ted Wragg Trust schools, St James School in Exeter and Marine Academy Primary in Plymouth, have been appointed as Lead Schools for the Department for Education’s new Attendance and Behaviour Hubs programme.
They are among the first 21 schools nationally to be selected for this prestigious role, leading the way in supporting schools across the country to improve attendance, strengthen behaviour cultures and create supportive environments where every child can thrive.
Both schools previously served as Behaviour Hub Leads between 2022-2024, in recognition of the...
Exeter is set to host two enthralling Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-finals at Sandy Park this weekend.
The tournament, which kickstarted on August 22nd, has already been seen as a generational moment for women’s rugby, with it expected to become the most viewed women’s rugby event of all time.
It has already smashed records as the fastest-selling edition of the tournament ever, with more than 400,000 tickets sold, and tickets are still available for this weekend’s quarter-final action at Exeter’s Sandy Park.
A range of businesses based on scientific breakthroughs from the University of Exeter were showcased to Science and Tech Minister Peter Kyle as part of his visit to the city campus.
The Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology visited four Exeter spin-out companies, which are working to bring the benefits of new research findings in health, climate and AI. The new businesses are providing highly skilled graduate employment and economic growth for the city and region.
The visit was part of Universities UK annual conference. The Exeter spin-out companies...
Westcotts, a leading South West firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, has appointed Jon Sparkes as Tax Director, strengthening the firm’s tax expertise and reinforcing its commitment to helping SMEs and organisations across the region achieve growth and resilience.
Jon, a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (FCA) and Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA), will be based in the firm’s Exeter office and brings more than 30 years’ experience advising owner-managed businesses, larger corporates and not-for-profit organisations.
Exeter College and Petroc have today launched a public consultation on a proposed merger that would see two Devon colleges come together to form a new College Group.
If approved, the new organisation, the Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group (ENDC), would serve more than 16,000 learners across Devon, employ nearly 2,000 staff and have a combined turnover exceeding £100 million.
The proposal is a voluntary merger, with neither college in any form of intervention. By combining their resources and expertise, the Colleges aim to create a stronger, more resilient group with...
Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to Nationwide’s Newton Abbot, Plymouth, Barnstaple and Exmouth, branches this September, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.
Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia, offering life-changing support to families and individuals in the area. The clinics will take place throughout September, and appointments can be booked via Dementia UK’s website here .
A Celebration of Food, Drink & Local Delights from 13th – 21st September 2025
Get ready to tuck into one of the region’s most exciting culinary celebrations as the Taste East Devon Festival returns for its fifth year from 13th to 21st September 2025 ! From vineyard tours and foraging feasts to artisan tastings and family-friendly days out, this 9-day festival promises to showcase the very best of East Devon’s food, drink, and hospitality.
With a packed programme of unique events hosted by some of the area’s most iconic producers, chefs, and venues, Taste East Devon brings...
After months of building work, the new children’s library in Exeter is now open to the public. The Clore Children's Library features a brand-new sensory area, a floating mezzanine and activities for older children. Designed to be welcoming and accessible to all children and families, and championing interests, passions and their imaginations.
The new dedicated sensory space aims to support children with ADHD, autism, and sensory processing disorders. Created in collaboration with specialists Aurora , part of the Osborne Technologies group. The space features a lift to ensure all...
