Firefighters extinguished a fire at a block of public toilets in Exmouth today (30 August).
Two fire appliances from Exmouth were mobilised after Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service received reports of smoke coming from a block of toilets in Jarvis Close, shortly after 12.30pm.
Upon arrival crews donned breathing apparatus and entered the building to put the fire out with one hose reel jet.
Firefighters then checked the building with a thermal imaging camera, and used positive pressure ventilation to clear the building of smoke.
The Thrive Summer Series is heading to Princesshay this September offering shoppers a chance to have fun getting fit. The free one-day event is taking place from 11am to 4pm on Saturday 5 September as part of the nationwide tour. The Thrive team will be running activities to get shoppers moving.
The Thrive event aims to emphasise the fun side of getting fit and being active this summer. It is free for shoppers and visitors alike and a great chance to focus on healthy living, being more active, and connecting with the local community.
Gardeners in the South West are losing their green fingers as nine in ten young people struggle to identify common garden plants, new research reveals.
A study of 2,000 Brits aged 25-35 found that time pressures and lack of knowledge meant that the majority struggle when it comes to nurturing their gardens.
Over three quarters of those living in the region couldn’t identify a tulip when shown a picture of one, while 84 per cent struggled with a geranium.
Perhaps that’s why just over 2 per cent of those polled described their gardening skill as ‘very good’.
Whether you are a car enthusiast or simply interested in a great family day out in the lovely Regency Town of Sidmouth, you will receive a warm welcome.
On 19 September the cricket pavilion ground overlooking the sea will host the Classic Car Show organized by the Sidmouth Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with The Clash Box Club of Devon http://crashboxclub.co.uk/
The Cricket Pavilion is a lovely place for a cream tea or a local ale, and will be open all day. There will be a jazz band and a variety of entertainment. And there is always the opportunity to stroll into the...
Location: Stoke Hill (off of the A396 between Stoke Canon and Cowley Bridge – approximate postcode EX4 5BW
Exeter Wheelers; the long established cycling club of Exeter, will be holding their first Hill Climb Festival on Saturday 19th September. With Exeter hosting the Tour of Britain for the last two years in a row, cycling fever has never been stronger in the city, and this year Exeter Wheelers will continue the passion by running a day of events celebrating one of cycling’s unsung racing disciplines; hill climbing.
Come and join us in the beautiful village of Branscombe for our first ever Harvest Fair! We will be holding a village show, with 80 competition classes covering baking, preserves, homebrew, fruit & veg, flowers, art, crafts, children's – things could get pretty serious! As part of this we are resurrecting the village tradition of an apple pie contest, to be judged by a local expert.
There will also be a family dog show, arena events including a tug-of-war, a wellbeing area, stalls, crafts, vintage tractors, animal encounters with Peak Hill Llamas, games (welly wanging, skittles...
Music in the Castle : Handel’s first year in Italy -1707
Alison Burnett – Soprano, With Simon Kodurand & Julie Hill – Violins; Clare Garton-Sprenger – Cello; George Pratt – Continuo
Music includes:
Salve Regina; Haec est Regina Virginum; Alpestre Monte; Tu fedel,tu costante Trio Sonatas HWV 391 & HWV 392
A programme of music, celebrating some of the stunning writing of Handel in 1707 – his first year in Italy. Writing prolifically at this time for the soprano voice and strings, this concert will present works both sacred and secular, showing the...
Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival features inspiring talks, readings and conversations with talented authors, scientists, playwrights, historians, broadcasters, economists, comedians and rising literary stars.
Taking place from 17thto 20th September, the festival will host a diverse selection of critically acclaimed, award-winning authors who are set to descend on the East Devon seaside town for the festival’s seventh consecutive year. Appearing on Thursday afternoon will be celebrated children’s author and artist, Judith Kerr, creator of iconic books such as The Tiger Who Came...
Free Taster Sessions for Nordic Walking. Developed in Scandanavia in the 1950's, Nordic walking is a specific activity where poles are used to provide propulsion.
By planting poles behind the body at 45 degrees, Nordic walking works the upper part of the body as well as the legs, making it a very effective full body workout which is great for toning and improving cardiovascular fitness.
It is recommended by fitness experts and health professionals because it is suitable for all levels of fitness, easy to learn and highly effective. Participating in 'Green' exercise has also...
