Award-winning artist and pupil of Robert Lenkiewicz, Nahem Shoa will explore the work of a number of artists in Detached and Timeless, including Bomberg, Lanyon, Heron and Clough. Exploring the different approaches used by them in conveying the landscape of the Southwest, he will build bridges between their paintings and other masters of the history of art. He will also discuss why, for British artists, the Southwest has been seen as a kind of paradise. Followed by Q&A session with Nahem and exhibition curator Martin Thomas.
Accompanying the exhibition Detached and Timeless:...
A payroll assistant at Exeter and Exmouth based chartered accountants Thompson Jenner has taken part in a sponsored tandem skydive for local charity See The Future.
Fundraiser Kirsten Ziemer, who works in the firms Exeter office, took part in the charity tandem skydive from Dunkeswell Airfield near Honiton in early August and raised over £400 for the charity.
The aim of See The Future is to make people aware how important it is to have a regular eye test, not just for their general eyesight, but to check for many other diseases and conditions that can be diagnosed through...
St Thomas Cricket and Sports Club in Marsh Barton is reaping the rewards of a new 12kw solar installation that could slash the clubs electricity bills by up to 50%.
The club, which is now run as an event, conference and function venue, decided to go ahead with the 48 panel installation after the club manager cut his own electricity bills by 20% following the installation of solar panels on the roof of his own home.
Cricket Club Managers Mike and Sue Evans had panels installed on their home in Exeter by MIG Renewable Technologies just over a year ago and have so far received...
The Colyford Goose Fayre was revived in 1980 under the leadership of Colin Pady and has been held every year since then on the Saturday closest to Michaelmas.
A large number of villagers and friends dress in medieval costume and form a procession starting at the Elms. This colourful procession of many hundreds of people follow the Mayor of Colyford and his lady down to Springfield to the accompaniment of much music and jollity from the Mummers and the many providers of medieval music.
Among the entertainers there are mummers, strolling players, dancers and, the highlight of...
The much loved Creative Stiches & Hobbycrafts show is back, but this time is back with a brand new name! Stitch, Sew & Hobbycrafts comes to Westpoint, Exeter from the 25-28 September.
Share your passion for crafting with like-minded creatives and meet the experts who are sure to spark your imagination.
Discover the latest supplies from more than 180 exhibitors with the very latest products, ideas and innovations from the crafting world.
Make sure you visit Stitch, Sew & Hobbycrafts , Exeter this September. With so many fantastic features, inspiring ideas...
From August to December 1914 Devon’s population witnessed the transformation from peacetime to wartime. The residents of Devon were encouraged to participate in the war effort which ranged from recruitment efforts to war charities.
Dr Richard Batten, who researched Devon and the First World War at the University of Exeter, explores how Devonians responded to the circumstances of wartime on the Home Front in 1914.
First World War Centenary 2014-18.
The First World War changed the way we live. RAMM’s four-year programme of exhibitions, displays, events and activities...
This new walking festival will run for 6 days with a choice of two lengths of walk each day in and around the town of Sidmouth and the stunning Jurassic Coast in East Devon.
All walks will be free of charge, but numbers will be limited and all walks must be booked in advance through the Sidmouth Information Centre, Ham Lane, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 8XR. Tel : 01395 516441
In addition, guided town walks and a local Arboretum Trail will be on offer for those who may be looking for something less strenuous.
All the walks will be led by experienced local walkers who will...
Meet local bird experts from the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB).
Discover underwater wonders around Devon’s shores, learn how bees are saving the UK millions of pounds a year, which piece of clothing inspired the RSPB’s origins and how everything from tigers to sparrows are being protected by local conservationists.
Wildlife Tours - 11am and 2pm
Join them for a 20 to 30 minute walk around the museum to see the wildlife on display.
A wonderful weekend of live entertainment and a large selection of local beers
Public Service Broadcasting and Baka Beyond will be headlining the stage on 27 September. Zuri Aura, Keiko Rise, Jason Baxter have also been confirmed.
Get down for great music, food and of course a range of delicious beer.
The West Country Historic Omnibus and Transport Trust (WHOTT) will be holding their 12th annual rally at the Westpoint, nr Exeter on 21 September.
Owners of historic buses, coaches and lorries will be meeting together to take a step back in time. View restorations of historic vehicles from around the south west and see how people used to travel around the counties. A great day out for the whole family.
WHOTT's mission is to establish and preserve for posterity a representative selection of omnibuses and other vehicles from the counties of Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and...
