Prepare to be moved, inspired, challenged and amused as talks from this year’s TEDxExeter conference go live online today for anyone to enjoy. Viewing figures from past talks indicate that they have the potential to be watched by millions of people in hundreds of countries around the world.
“Brilliant”, “thought-provoking”, “a feast of learning”, “you can hear people thinking”. These are some of the comments that were flying around Twitter during April’s conference. With a line-up that was arguably the best yet, the day was full of ideas worth sharing.
A severe weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for Devon on Friday.
Forecasters say isolated severe thunderstorms are likely to develop on Friday, which will be succeeded by a band of more widespread heavy rain and occasional thunderstorms, affecting much of the region into the early hours of Saturday morning.
The public should be aware that there is a chance of some very localised significant disruption, mainly from surface water flooding. Lightning and hail could also cause some impacts.
The Exeter-based agency’s chief forecaster said: “An area of warm,...
Work on the latest phase of the Stop Line Way walking and cycling route has started this week (Monday 8 June).
The one kilometre section which will be developed by Devon County Council over the next 16 weeks, will provide an off-road connection from the cemetery, near Marsh Lane, in Seaton, to Colyford Common near the junction of Seaton Road/Popes Lane, in Colyford.
The route was granted planning permission in September 2011.
Councillor Stuart Hughes, Devon County Council Cabinet Member for Highway Management, said: “This is another important step in the development...
This September and October, England will host Rugby World Cup 2015. Three of the tournament’s matches will be played at the Sandy Park ground in Exeter.
With support from Exeter City Council, Phonic FM is inviting proposals for original creative audio portraits of Exeter and its communities, in some way exploring the reach and influence of the Rugby World Cup 2015 matches in the city.
These hour-long works will be broadcast on Phonic FM around the time of the matches at Sandy Park. They will also be posted online, shared with other broadcasters and deposited for posterity...
Police in Devon and Cornwall have welcomed a new report from the National Police Chief’s Council showing a nationwide reduction in the use of police custody cells as a place of safety for those suffering mental illness.
Historically, police cells have been used to house those people detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act 1983. The Government announced earlier this year that it would seek legislation to prohibit the use of police cells as a place of safety for under-18s and reduce the 72 maximum detention period for adults.
With another exciting mix of music, performance, art and film, Exeter Phoenix is set to launch a summer of fun.
Alongside a diverse programme of comedy, gigs and creative courses, Exeter Phoenix will be bringing arts out into the summer sunshine with a fantasticrange of outdoor events through the summer months. Highlights include a week of wild west fun in Rougemont Gardens, as Miracle Theatre bring their rootin’ tootin’ new show The Magnificent Three to the city along with a hoedown of live music. In August, Exeter’s favourite outdoor cinema event Big Screen In The Park returns to...
As a community development organisation we appreciate how a unique sense of place is important to each of Devon’s communities and so we are pleased to be supporting the National Trust to discover what makes the Killerton Estate a special place.
‘Spirit of Place’ captures in a few words what makes the Estate unique, distinctive and cherished by the people who know it well. It is about what makes the place ‘special’ to each one of us and how it makes us feel.
With over 6,000 acres, the House and the village of Broadclyst, where is the spirit most evident? Is it a spirit in...
Dig out your wellies for a fact-finding mud walk along the Exe Estuary led by East Devon District Council’s Countryside Rangers on Saturday June 20.
You’ll discover all about the creatures that make their homes in and on the mud and, what’s more, the event is free and open to all.
Education Ranger Penny Evans said: “We will be searching for shells, digging for worms and fishing in the creek to see what we can find there – it’s great fun for all ages.
She added: “Wear wellies or old shoes that you don’t mind getting wet, and suitable outdoor clothing.”
Whether you love fine dining in one of Devon’s many exquisite restaurants or prefer a relaxing lunch or dinner in one of the county’s abundant pubs, cafés or delis, Exeter is definitely worth a visit this Devon Restaurant Month. Throughout the 30 days of June, locals and visitors alike will be able to celebrate Devon’s amazing producers, chefs and eating establishments through an enticing selection of tasty one-off specials.
Enjoy summer in the city at Exeter’s Rendezvous Wine Bar with their appetising daily June menus. Perfect for al fresco dining, Rendezvous’ wall gardens provide...
