Year 10 student Ellie at Queen Elizabeth’s School (QE) recently marked a major milestone by graduating from the Junior Chef Academy with a special celebration at the prestigious Lympstone Manor, hosted by Michelin-starred chef Michael Caines. Ellie, who has been honing her culinary skills at Exeter College’s skills kitchen, was rewarded for her dedication and passion for cooking.
The Junior Chef Academy, an after-school programme run in partnership with Exeter College and local Ted Wragg Trust schools like QE, provides students with professional training and hands-on experience...
Philip Reeve began his career as an illustrator and then went into writing; he is best known as the author of the critically acclaimed Mortal Engines series, which was adapted into a major feature film, and has recently written the Utterly Dark trilogy.
Sarah McIntyre started out as an illustrator but has both written and illustrated many picture books including the Grumpycorn books, The New Neighbours and Dinosaur Firefighters .
Together they have collaborated on a number of highly illustrated books for younger readers, including the hugely popular Oliver and the...
Get ready, Exeter — the Country Day Party is rolling into town!
Head alone to Fever Exeter on Saturday 12th July 2025 for an afternoon of country music, feel-good vibes, and high-energy fun from 3pm-8pm.
Expect a soundtrack packed with the very best of country — from all-time legends like Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash, to today’s biggest stars including Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs, and Kacey Musgraves. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or simply looking for a great way to spend a Saturday, this party is the place to be.
On a dark February night in 1954, a young man catches the Exeter to Bristol express. He never completes his journey. What happens to him on the train changes the life of every queer person in the land...
Who knew? The fight for gay rights began in Exeter! Discover the true story of a forgotten gay activist and share your LGBTQ+ stories too, in our LGBT Q&A.
Be the first to hear Critical Moment's compelling new play, in a prideful platform performance.
This thrilling three-hander reveals the struggle for gay rights began not in London or Liverpool or...
Parents in Devon are being asked to make sure their children are vaccinated against measles as the disease spreads across the UK and Europe.
Measles is among the most contagious diseases in the world, but two doses of the MMR vaccine during childhood can offer lifelong protection. However-vaccine uptake in Britain is below recommended levels, and cases have been rising.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has also warned that the spread of measles in Europe could put families at risk on their summer holiday. This year, outbreaks have been seen in several European...
The Exeter Foresters’ Annual Dinner was an unforgettable evening, bringing together members of the storied Friendly Society for a night of celebration, camaraderie, and giving. The guest of honour, national High Chief Ranger Gail Lancaster, captivated attendees with a heartfelt after-dinner speech, during which she introduced her charity of the year, the Alzheimer’s Society.
Guests from across the region, including those traveling from as far as West Cornwall, gathered at the Devon Hotel in Exeter.
The evening kicked off with a stall where guests had the opportunity to...
Exeter Racecourse is proud to announce a partnership with Ludo Sports & Live Lounge, a rapidly growing premium sports bar brand with a venue in Exeter City Centre. The partnership aims to bring together fans of live sport and racing with Ludo Sports & Live Lounge the perfect place for racegoers to start and end their raceday.
Located in the Guildhall Shopping Centre in the heart of Exeter and just minutes from the city’s train and bus stations, Ludo Sports & Live Lounge is ideally placed for racegoers heading to and from the course with a dedicated Exeter Racecourse...
Children across Devon can join The Summer Book Quest for free at their local library from 12th July. The brand new Quest has been created by Libraries Unlimited, the charity commissioned to run the libraries in Devon and Torbay. It offers a refreshing change to the usual reading challenge with children encouraged to participate by doing a variety of activities along the theme of "Deep Sea Adventure".
Activities include drawing a sea creature (real or imagined), trying a water activity like swimming or rock pooling, and telling a member of staff an underwater fact. To promote...
Redmayne Bentley, one of the UK’s longest-established independent investment management, stockbroking and financial planning firms, celebrated its 150th anniversary with a midsummer celebration at the historic Devon and Exeter Institution.
The event, held in the Georgian surroundings, brought together distinguished guests and colleagues to celebrate the firm’s history. We were delighted to welcome The Lord Mayor of Exeter, Councillor Anne Jobson. The setting, steeped in history and positioned opposite Exeter Cathedral, provided a fitting backdrop for an afternoon of reflection,...
Isca Academy students have been recognised by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) for their blossoming gardening efforts, proudly achieving their Level 1 Gardening Award.
The achievement marks a significant first step in the school’s mission to promote sustainability, outdoor learning, and wellbeing through gardening. The award came with a bundle of goodies, including seeds for the year ahead, an inspiring book on the power of gardening for mental and physical health, and a beautiful certificate which now takes pride of place in school.
