The parents of missing Exeter man, Gavin Heywood, who has been missing since 26th May have pleaded for their son to make contact or for anyone who may have seen him to get in contact.
Mr and Mrs Heywood said: “Our son Gavin has now been missing since May 26th. During this time he hasn't used his bank account or his phone.
“This is totally out of character. We are very concerned and desperately need to know if he is safe and well. If anyone knows of his whereabouts or anything at all about his disappearance, PLEASE contact the police.”
There are many fine choirs in the Exeter area and some of our regulars are also members of the Exeter choirs.
Forever Young Sing for Fun - we are not a choir - started eleven years ago and continues most Monday evenings at St Sidwell's School, York Road, Exeter EX4 6PG. We don't have sessions in August and start again Monday 4th September. Two hours of fun, 7pm-9pm, £3.50 on the door.
People don't often talk about the downside of singing but a few years ago Chris Rowbury wrote something about it in his blog. We know about the health and social benefits but, apart from...
This year’s exciting annual Exeter Charity Motorbike Show is on Sunday 6 August. Everyone is welcome, whether you ride a motorbike or just fancy a fun afternoon out.
This is the fourth year the event has happened. There will be hundreds of motorbikes of all types from trikes and cruisers to sports bikes and the more vintage two wheeled machines turning up to help raise money for charity. The show takes place at the Queen’s Head pub, 270 Pinhoe Road, Exeter, EX4 7JQ from 1pm to 5pm.
As part of the event there will be live music from local bands Old Skool Rox and Klassika, a...
Exeter City Council has revealed more details about the work being carried out to assess the full extent of fire damage at the city’s Riverside Leisure Centre. The task of assessing damage to the roof caused by the fire on February 21 is complex and time consuming, and the operator cannot reopen the pool and health suite until it is safe and appropriate to do so. A report following a full structural assessment of the roof is expected to be completed by the end of August. It will determine the extent and likely timescale of the works required to repair the structure. The current worse-case...
Devon residents, who want to recycle their food and garden waste but don’t know how, can pick up some top tips and advice from the experts at a Compost Roadshow.
During August and September Recycle Devon, a partnership of 10 Devon councils, is holding roadshows at various locations throughout the county. Visitors to the roadshows will be able to pick up a discounted compost bin, enter a prize draw and receive some one-to-one advice. Residents who sign a pledge to compost more, use their food waste collection or sign up to the Recycle Devon e-newsletter, could win a luxury hamper....
Exeter’s largest outdoor cinema returns to Northernhay Gardens for 2017.
This year’s Big Screen In the Park line up will treat locals and holidaymakers to cult classics, family favourites and new releases over seven summer evenings.
Mon 7 Aug – Four Weddings And A Funeral Tue 8 Aug – Monsters, Inc. Wed 9 Aug – Psycho Thu 10 Aug – Hunt For The Wilderpeople Fri 11 Aug – Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Sat 12 Aug – La La Land Sun 13 Aug – Donnie Darko
Visitors are welcome bring blankets and picnics, but can also upgrade to a deck chair or prebook a feast for two, with a...
The Arcade Exeter is reopening this weekend at its new home on Fore Street, on the site formally known as The Crossbar.
The retro gaming feel venue opens its doors on Saturday (5 August), kicking off with a massive 90's style club event.
The 90’s are a decade that will go down in history as the times when British music reclaimed its spot at the top of the chain in dominating world music.
Unlike other events which seem to concentrate on the commercial side of chart music from that era, Cool Britannia celebrates the whole decade in every genre out there concentrating...
Your essential guide to What’s on in and around Exeter this weekend (4-6 August)
THEATRE
The Dreamboys Friday, Exeter Corn Exchange One of the most famous male strip shows in the UK - perfect for a girls night. www.exetercornexchange.co.uk
Sidmouth Play Festival Friday, 8pm, Manor Pavilion Theatre, Manor Road, Sidmouth The Birds by Conor McPherson. Tickets: Adults £17/£16, under 16s £8. www.manorpavilion.com
Rustle Sunday, Rougemont Gardens, Exeter PaddleBoat Theatre present an Open-Air Theatrical Adventure. Imagine that you’re far from home, Playing in...
The streets of Exeter are set to become safer following the introduction of a new scheme aimed at reducing antisocial behaviour (ASB).
The Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) - approved by the City Council last year, will help the police deal with nuisances or problems detrimental to people’s quality of life. Any money raised through fines will be used to help fund community schemes.
Signs are now in place across the city explaining how the PSPO works and what areas it covers.
The PSPO covers the city centre, parts of St Thomas, and includes Bury Meadow, Bull...
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service will be opening its doors to the public for a family open day on Sunday 6 August.
Everyone is welcome to come along to learn more about the work of firefighters and how they can make their homes safer. The event is to be held at Service Headquarters, near Exeter, on Sunday 6 August, 10am-4pm.
Funds will be raised for Hospiscare Exmouth & Lympstone and the Fire Fighters Charity. There will be lots for all the family to see and do, including:
• Safety advice and demonstrations • BBQ • Fireman Sam Shop • Face painting...
