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Exeter Chiefs Women head coach Oli Bishop has named a captain and two vice-captains for the duration of the JAECOO Next Gen Cup.

Emily Robinson will lead the women through a second...

Exeter Chiefs have signed up promising talent from the U23s pathway to enhance the women’s programme for the 2026/27 season.

Ten young players have been contracted to the club, including...

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The remarkable story of Exeter and one of the world’s rarest coins

The fascinating story of Exeter’s role in the striking of a rare coin is the subject of a special lecture later this month.

It’s the Alfred the Great penny, dating back to the late ninth century. The coin is highly prized by collectors and historians, and is regarded a key artefact of Anglo-Saxon England.

There’s also a fascinating Exeter connection. It is the rarest and earliest coin minted in Exeter, starting a tradition that continued into the 17th century.

The coin was struck shortly after Alfred defeated the Vikings at the gates of Exeter.

It’s the...

Food & Drink

The award-winning charity, Exeter Food Action, will host the free one-day Exeter Food Action Festival in Princesshay Square on Sunday 20 September, from 10.30am to 4pm.

The event will...

Family Life

The RSPCA’s Walk to Remember returns this autumn, calling animal lovers together to honour pets who have passed.

Walk To Remember...

Health & Beauty

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, and this year’s theme is The Earlier You Know, the More You Can Do: A Dementia Diagnosis Matters.”

It does matter. I have seen...

Student Life

Three people gather indoors, reviewing exam results; an older woman leans beside two young women.

There were smiles all round at Queen Elizabeth’s School today, Thursday 20th August, as students received their GCSE results and looked ahead to the next stage of their education.

The...

Social Diary

The owner of a small cafe near Sidwell Street spent last spring building up a decent following on Instagram. Short clips of the coffee, the Saturday queue, the dog that sits outside on Tuesdays....

Charities

The 2026 Michelmores 5K Charity Run returned to Exeter's historic Quayside last night (Thursday 10 September), bringing together runners, supporters and volunteers from across the South West to...

Homes & Gardens

3 am. Bedroom light flicked on because something itched. And there it was, scuttling across the pillow like it owned the place. If that's happened to you, you don't need me to explain why bed...

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UK investment fraud hits over-55s hardest. Explore why pension freedoms increase risk, common clone firm tactics, and essential FCA checks to stay safe.

Education

The University of Exeter Business School’s unswerving commitment to environmental sustainability, responsible leadership and technological transformation.has been recognised by a major national...

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The fascinating story of Exeter’s role in the striking of a rare coin is the subject of a special lecture later this month.

It’s the Alfred the Great penny, dating back to the late ninth...

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The fascinating story of Exeter’s role in the striking of a rare coin is the subject of a special lecture later this month.

It’s the Alfred the Great penny, dating back to the late ninth...

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Selecting the right villa in Crete requires a thoughtful approach that balances personal needs, comfort, and responsible travel. With the island's unique landscapes and varied...

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