People can find peace at a special atmospheric candlelight concert in Exeter designed to promote mindfulness and wellbeing.
The event, free and open to all, will feature soothing and evocative music and poetry, and has been organised to help people chase away the winter blues.
There will be performances of music by contemporary composers by the talented University of Exeter Chapel Choir and string quartet, The Devon Collective alongside poetry read by students.
Director of Chapel Music Michael Graham said: “The concert takes place in our beautiful intimate...
Walk and Talk is a new initiative in Devon and Cornwall asking women aged 18 and over: “Is there a place you feel unsafe? Take us there”.
Devon & Cornwall Police will be linking up with women in person to understand more about what our region looks like and feels like, seeking to understand more through first-hand experience about the places and spaces where women feel unsafe.
The Walk and Talk initiative will be trialled for three months, starting this February, in selected locations across the force area. Anyone wishing to take part can apply using the email at the...
Virtuoso violinist Joel Munday from Devon and the exceptional violist Vanessa Hristova from Bulgaria join the Isca Ensemble South West and its Musical Director Roger Hendy in a special concert on Saturday 24th February in Exeter.
Both young musicians are completing postgraduates studies the Royal College of Music in London and have won many major international prizes as well as scholarships with leading London symphony orchestras in preparation for promising professional careers.
Joel was recently interviewed by BBC radio and television highlighting the considerable...
Virtuoso violinist Joel Munday from Devon and the exceptional violist Vanessa Hristova from Bulgaria join the Isca Ensemble South West and its Musical Director Roger Hendy in a special concert on Saturday 24th February in Exeter.
Both young musicians are completing postgraduates studies the Royal College of Music in London and have won many major international prizes as well as scholarships with leading London symphony orchestras in preparation for promising professional careers.
Joel was recently interviewed by BBC radio and television highlighting the considerable...
UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson has joined forces with a major industry charity to launch a new pro bono strategy that aims to increase and focus its community impact.
The firm has signed up to LawWorks’ not-for-profit programme, which brokers free legal advice from member firms to small and medium-sized not-for-profit organisations that meet certain eligibility criteria on a wide range of issues, to help it identify where its professional expertise can best be deployed on a voluntary basis for worthy causes.
It heralds a new approach from Browne Jacobson to...
Universities of Exeter and Plymouth deliver fourth tech expo for the region
Businesses across the South West are invited to discover cutting-edge ideas, innovation, and the latest entrepreneurial activity as the South West Innovation Expo returns to Exeter on 5th March 2024 at Sandy Park.
Spearheaded by the University of Exeter and the University of Plymouth, this flagship event promises a day full of inspiration, collaboration, and the celebration of innovation across Devon, Cornwall, The Isles of Scilly, Somerset, and Dorset; bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs,...
InExeter, the business improvement district for the city, is thrilled to unveil plans for the installation of two new ‘parklets’ for the city centre. The Parklets have received £50,000 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and are being commissioned by InExeter . Scheduled for installation in early February and located on Fore Street and Musgrave Row, these repurposed parking spaces will enrich the public space experience for residents and visitors to the city.
What is a Parklet?
Parklets, a growing urban trend, address challenges in areas where...
In 1944 Sir Richard Dyke Acland and his wife Lady Anne made the decision to hand over their ancestral estates to the conservation charity as being hereditary landowners was at odds with their political beliefs. Their wish was that the land be enjoyed by everyone and for the countryside to be protected.
Today, as well as welcoming visitors throughout the year, both estates are home to pioneering nature conservation projects.
At Holnicote, these include the re-introduction of beavers to Exmoor, the Stage Zero river restoration where the River Aller has been reconnected to...
Exeter-based positive impact marketing agency Program has announced their partnership with First Light, a leading charity providing support for those affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Program will work with First Light to provide free brand, PR, and marketing services throughout 2024, with the aim of increasing the reach and impact of their vital services.
Providing essential services across the South West, First Light offers critical support to anyone affected by domestic abuse or sexual violence. The charity helps people of all ages and genders, including...
Cranbrook Arrows Netball Club is delighted to announce its ongoing partnership with Taylor Wimpey through a joint sponsorship for a second year running. The collaboration will run throughout the club’s 2023/2024 season.
The housebuilder previously teamed up with Cranbrook Arrows Netball Club providing sponsorship during its 2022/2023.
Cranbrook Arrows was established in 2016 and now has around 40 members spread across four successful teams playing in the Exeter League, Honiton League, and East Devon County League"
Cranbrook Arrows was established in 2016 and now...
