The Perks Ensemble has an irresistible charm that is due in no small measure to the fact that its three energetic and committed founding members all just happen to be related. During the summer months the group's vibrant members will be performing at a number of venues in France and the UK, including Exeter, Bridport, Ilminster and Shute, near Axminster in Devon for Concerts in the West.
This dynamic chamber ensemble was created in 2012 by two brothers - Oscar and Elliott Perks - and their sister Ursula. Together they have earned a highly deserved reputation for playing exciting...
The renowned American jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker famously said: "Don't play the saxophone. Let it play you." For many saxophone players, this quote sums up what is often a love hate relationship, but at just 23 years of age, saxophonist Huw Wiggin's 'Liquid gold tones' certainly sound like he's having a pretty good time playing his chosen instrument.
Wiggin is already in great demand both in the UK and abroad where he is recognised as a remarkable soloist and chamber musician. So it's understandable that Catherine Hodgson, the founder and director of Concerts in the West, is...
In summertime throughout Devon and Somerset the roads become busier than ever as holiday makers arrive.
Watching your speed is important throughput the year but Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service is asking all road users to take extra care during the summer months.
According to the latest Statistics from Road Casualties Great Britain, in 2013 speed was involved in collisions where 3,064 people were either fatally or seriously injured.
Clearly it is essential that people stick to the posted speed limit but it is also vitally important to get the message...
Twenty-four members of staff from leading Devon law firm Kitsons braved the elements and successfully overcame the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge.
Their reward for completing what is known as one of the toughest challenges in the UK was raising more than £5,000 for Diabetes UK in memory of their colleague Mark Batten.
Mark, who was Chief Cashier at Kitsons, passed away suddenly in March 2014. He worked at Kitsons for over 35 years and was a prominent and well liked member of the firm.
On Saturday 11th July 2015, four teams of walkers and one team of runners from...
Weekly rep continues at the Manor Pavilion Theatre in Sidmouth this week with the arrival of the eighth production, The Mating Game by Robin Hawdon. The romantic comedy will play from Thursday 20 to Wednesday 26 August.
The arrival of The Mating Game follows the Summer Rep Season’s record-breaking production of Rope by Patrick Hamilton, which played to packed out houses last week and was the season’s most successful week to date.
The Summer Rep Season sees one company of actors present a season of twelve classic revivals throughout summer, with a new production each week...
Walking for Health and ROC Active Exeter have joined forces to make the most of the secret green footpaths of Exeter to provide a fun, FREE walking group, which is open for all to enjoy.
ROCs new health walk group has been a great success so far. Last week, as the sun shone, some walkers stopped at the park for games whilst others carried on further, taking in some hidden paths and exploring the wonderful nature along the canal right by Exeter's City Centre.
All ROCs Walking for Health walks are open to everyone and provide a fun chance to work up to your 150 minutes of...
All lanes are now open and traffic is easing after earlier accident investigation work on A38 near Chudleigh.
Emergency services were called at 3.45am (Monday 17 August) after a Ford Transit van left the road and collided with a tree near to the Chudleigh turn off.
Three men have been taken to hospital and one of the men has sustained serious injuries.
The van was transporting six dogs who are all safe and have temporarily been taken to a local kennel.
Both lanes on the A38 Exeter-bound were closed at Chudleigh following the collision and diversions were put...
Join Newton Abbot Racecourse for the biggest fixture of the racing season on Saturday 22nd August.
With over £120,000 worth of prize money on offer and the listed Class 1 Lord Mildmay Memorial Handicap Chase, it’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy the end of the summer holiday season.
Racing starts at 13:55, with gates opening at 11:15. The last race will be at 17:25.
Tickets can be bought until 17:00 on Friday 21st September. Tickets are priced at £18 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure. Tickets will also be available at the gate on the day...
