An exhibition celebrating the light, life and landscape of the West Country. Alan Cotton, one of the most revered artists in our midst selects a body of work from artists across the UK who are known for their love of the West Country and studies of the same. Beautiful paintings become the theme of this show. Given a subject as diverse and often challenging as our region’s landscapes and ‘lifescapes’, these Fine Artists have produced the most astonishing selection of styles, colours, moods and hues to excite and inspire you.
Many of the world's leading artists have enjoyed making posters for their exhibitions. These often took the form of original lithographs, printed by some of the great Parisian ateliers. The poster, by nature, is ephemeral and mint copies are rare so Brook Gallery are delighted to exhibit a selection of these striking prints.
The first cuckoo of the 2016 season has already been heard on Dartmoor, thereby heralding the long-awaited spring.
Over the last two years, Dartmoor National Park Authority, in partnership with Devon Birds and Exeter University, has been asking the public to report their cuckoo sightings.
During that time, we have collected over 2,000 records of cuckoos across Devon, with 90% of those records coming from Dartmoor.
This spring, we are again collecting as many sightings as possible. Please log your observations by going to our interactive map at www.dartmoor.gov.uk/...
A University of Exeter expert will describe his fascinating work to unlock the secrets of Shakespeare’s grave at an event held to mark 400 years since the playwright’s death.
Professor Philip Schwyzer has been trying to solve the mystery of the curious forbidding curse on the writer’s tombstone. He will share information about his quest during a public lecture at Exeter Cathedral next week.
Visitors will also be able to view an early collection of Shakespeare’s plays which is held in Exeter Cathedral Library. This rare book is known as the ‘second folio’. The engraved...
More emergency care patients in the South West of England have the opportunity to take part in research studies out of hospital than ever before.
Six years ago South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) was not conducting a single research study on the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) portfolio and had no research-active paramedics.
In 2014/15 SWASFT was the top patient recruiting ambulance trust in England and it is the first ambulance service to sponsor a Health Technology Assessment (HTA) funded study.
A clinical study evaluating a new hypothesis that an inexpensive drug with a simple treatment regimen can prevent type 1 diabetes will be launched tomorrow.
The autoimmune diabetes Accelerator Prevention Trial (adAPT) is led by Professor Terence Wilkin, of the University of Exeter Medical School, with support from colleagues at the University of Dundee and NHS Tayside. It will be launched at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, on Tuesday, 19th April.
Initial funding of $1.7 million is being provided by JDRF, the leading global organisation backing type 1 diabetes research.
A Church of England priest in Torquay will run the London Marathon this weekend in aid of Exeter Cathedral.
Mark Searle, who is leads the congregation at St Mary Magdalene Church in the centre of Torquay will attempt the London race on 24th April just one week after setting a new personal best in the Brighton Marathon on Sunday 17th April.
As a teenager Mark used to sit outside Exeter Cathedral pondering faith and talking to others about it. He said:
“In those years the magnificence of the Cathedral provided a reminder of the unshakable glory of God and inspired my...
Tiverton house builder Devonshire Homes has unveiled its new look with the launch of fresh corporate branding.
Designed by Exeter-based brand design studio Believe in, the company’s logo has been transformed into a dramatic black and white design that incorporates a new ‘maker’s mark’ symbol.
“With Devonshire Homes fast approaching its first quarter century, it was time to update the story that the company was presenting to the world.” said Devonshire Homes Managing Director Steve Russell. “We are building more houses than ever in the county, becoming much more ambitious in...
Devon’s Crealy is reporting increased visitor numbers for the Easter period with a 5% boost to last year’s numbers, despite the holiday falling early in the calendar for 2016. The family adventure park are celebrating their success and looking forward to a busy year ahead.
Josh Haywood, General Manager said: ‘The Easter school holidays have been fantastic for us here at Devon’s Crealy. Our new seasonal recruits have been brilliant, helping us to welcome families to the Park and ensure that they have a great day out. We all know that the weather has been a bit hit and miss over...
Local street food business owners Hannah and Lauren have joined forces to create a new healthy lunch option for the workplaces across Exeter, called Nourishers.
They will be serving up favourites such as Falafel Tabbouleh and Superfood Salads as well as Daily Specials and seasonal Nourish Boxes, all from a vintage americana dodge truck.
Alongside this they will be providing energising and nutrient-rich snacks ad]nd drinks, bringing a wholesome and healthy option to lunchtime.
With Lauren’s experience in nutritional therapy and Hannah’s catering background they’ll...
