The Exeter, Mid and East Devon branch of Samaritans is seeking more volunteers - with the promise that anyone who joins will make a difference and touch someone’s life.
Two open evenings are being held at the branch, in central Exeter, on November 24 and January 13 to explain what is involved and how people can help.
“To touch another person’s life, when it really matters to them, is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done” explains Caz from Exeter (pictured) who has volunteered with Samaritans for the past 18 months.
For many pupils, parents and National Trust supporters, the beginning of the Festive Season is heralded by the Exeter School Concert in aid of the National Trust in Exeter Cathedral.
For the fifteenth year running, the concert showcases the school's senior orchestral groups, brass and choirs in the magnificent Cathedral setting.
This year, highlights within the programme promise to be performances of Sibelius' impressive 'Finlandia' by the Symphony Orchestra, whilst the more intimate Chamber Orchestra will play excerpts from Warlock's 'Capriol Suite'.
Michelmores has become the latest corporate member to join the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance − which works to reduce stigma and misconceptions surrounding dementia, by raising local awareness and offering regular dementia information sessions.
The alliance has over 29 members and counting, including Waitrose, Barclays Bank and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum.
Michelmores will be organising Dementia Friends education sessions to promote awareness and understanding of the issues facing individuals living with dementia − with a view to ensuring that members of staff are...
An initiative to install the UK's first solar panel car ports in two Exeter car parks has won an environmental award for Exeter City Council.
The City Council scooped The Most Sustainable Public Sector Project - Innovation Award at the Public Sector Sustainability Awards in London.
Jo Pearce, Corporate Energy Manager, who oversaw the installation of the solar panel car ports on the top decks of Mary Arches and John Lewis Car Parks was presented with the Award by Lord Renesdale.
The pioneering initiative was put in place by Devon firm Sungift Energy on behalf of...
The magical world of Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is brought to life at Killerton. You can see the house transformed into scenes from the classic fairy-tale. Wrapping up warm to follow the outdoor family trail, take part in activities and see if you can spot the willow reindeer under thousands of twinkling lights.The estate stays open until 6pm on Fridays and Saturdays in December so you can fall in love with Killerton at dusk. The shop will be selling beautiful gifts, Christmas trees and local produce and the cafe and restaurant will serve up delicious treats. Bring the whole family...
A weather warning has been issued for Devon as gale force winds are expected to hit the region on Tuesday (17 November).
Gusts are expected to reach 60-70mph inland and possibly 80mph along exposed coasts, which could cause disruption to travel.
The warning is valid from 3.30pm until 11.30pm on Tuesday.
Gusts of this strength could bring down tress and lead to some damage to weakened structures.
A chief forecaster at the Met Office said: “A deepening area of low pressure is likely to track east across southern Ireland and then central parts of the UK during...
On Saturday 21 November, the Killerton estate will be hosting ‘Night Run’. Starting just before 5pm, it is great way to enjoy the outdoors and parkland after dark.
There are two different length routes. First time runners can choose the beginner and family-friendly Explorer route (1.5km), while experienced off-roaders may opt for the Adventurer route (6km). Both courses are totally traffic-free and mostly on paths and trails rather than tarmac.
Andy Bramwell, Outdoors Visitor Services Officer at Killerton, said: “Put on your running shoes, turn on your head torch, and...
Princesshay’s Roman Walk will be sparkling with festive cheer as the centre hosts its third Charity Christmas Tree Festival.
The festival, which aims to raise both awareness and funds for local charities, will be opened with a celebratory light switch-on by the Lord Mayor of Exeter at 5pm on Friday 20 November. Representatives from participating charities will be attending the event, which follows the centre’s main Christmas lights switch-on on Thursday evening.
35 Christmas trees and lights, all donated by Princesshay, will be uniquely decorated by local charities to...
An independent charity, which provides training and personal development for young people aged 10-26 in rural communities, is celebrating the news that it had won a £5,000 OneFamily Foundation Community Award to help develop a new HQ and training centre. The Devon federation of young farmers' clubs', which runs 38 clubs across the region, recently acquired a redundant building as a base for its new headquarters.
The federation needed funds to make the space both usable and accessible for disabled visitors and members. Now that the charity has secured the £5,000 award, it can...
A new study released today reveals that one in three adults in the South West are drinking too much alcohol, consuming it at levels that pose an increasing or higher risk of damaging their health.
But 83% of those drinking above the Government’s recommended guidelines underestimate their drinking, seeing themselves as ‘moderate’ or ‘light’ drinkers and 69% are not concerned about how much they drink.
They also do not understand the full impact that drinking too much could have on their health. Whilst the vast majority of those at risk understand the connection between...
