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St Peter's Church is a wonderful venue for artists appearing at Budleigh Music Festival

Budleigh Music Festival celebrates 20th anniversary with stellar line-up

Budleigh Music Festival is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary in style, bringing world-class classical music to the heart of East Devon this summer.

Over two decades, the festival has cemented its reputation as a key event in the classical music calendar, attracting internationally-renowned musicians and enthusiastic audiences alike.

Under the artistic direction of Jason Thornton, this year’s programme, which takes place from June 27 until July 5, promises an exciting and diverse line-up of exceptional performances. This year’s Festival highlights include:

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Exeter Festival Chorus: Of Light and Shadow

Duruflé Requiem, Poulenc Gloria, Russell Hepplewhite/Wendy Cope ‘I Wake’ Gweneth Ann Rand – Soprano; Timothy Dickinson – Baritone; Isabella Farleigh – Cello

First published in 1948, Maurice Duruflé ’s well-loved setting of the Requiem is set for a solo baritone, mezzo-soprano, mixed choir, and organ. Deeply meditative with thematic material mostly taken from the Mass for the Dead in Gregorian chant , it is an extremely atmospheric piece which will sound wonderful at St Peter’s Church.

Written a decade later Francis Poulenc’s Gloria is a vibrant piece for organ or...

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All-Mozart in March!

Exeter Philharmonic Choir is marking the month of March with a plethora of Ms for its spring concert in Exeter Cathedral. The Choir will be performing an all-Mozart programme with the London Mozart Players and an array of top soloists, including Devon-born rising star violinist Joel Munday. The main work is the Great Mass in C minor.

The combination of a top-flight UK orchestra, four young professional singers, a talented young violinist and the 100-strong sound of Exeter Philharmonic Choir in the Cathedral promises to create a very special evening.

The programme is a...

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License to Thrill: James Bond Concert at Exeter Cathedral

London Concertante perform Bond by Candlelight

London Concertante, one of the nation’s top chamber ensembles, is delighted to announce a special candlelit performance featuring the timeless music of the James Bond films. Taking place on 13th March 2025 in Exeter Cathedral, Bond by Candlelight promises a stirring tribute to 007’s most renowned theme songs and scores.

The orchestra will be joined by stars of the vocal world performing a smash-hit show performing iconic Bond themes, from “Diamonds Are Forever” and “Skyfall” to “No Time to Die” and “From Russia with Love”, alongside...

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Why The Mole Resort is bang on target

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Fri, 02/14/2025 - 11:29pm

As a family, we’re a bit of a mixed bag. We’ve got three teenagers, a 12-year-old, and a cockapoo named Alfie, who’s more demanding than the rest of them combined.

The youngest is a budding female Bear Grylls, the 13-year-old is football crazy, the 16-year-old loves music and combat sports, while the eldest (18) is enjoying freedom behind the wheel of her first car.

Then there’s Alfie… let’s just say his hobbies include trembling at every loud noise, suffering panic attacks each time he’s taken on a car journey and experiencing separation anxiety if left alone for more...

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Soft Machine are roaring into Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/09/2025 - 10:23pm

EXETER PHOENIX - SUNDAY MARCH 9 Following their last sensational sellout show at Exeter Phoenix, Soft Machine have embarked on a highly successful tour of Canada and the States and remain in huge demand throughout the UK and Europe.

Compatriots of Pink Floyd, they are no strangers to America where, in their early days, they toured with the likes of Jimi Hendrix which led them to winning a worldwide following which is as strong as ever.

They have been the major force in the psychedelic, jazz/rock scene since the mid the mid 60s and have always featured amazing talent such...

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Ludo Takes Customers Back to 1981 with 51p Pints as Exeter City Takes on Nottingham Forest!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/04/2025 - 11:29pm

To celebrate Exeter City qualifying for the fourth round of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time in 44 years, customers can enjoy 1981 priced pints at Ludo Exeter!

That’s right… As part of a new agreement, Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen will now be stocking Harbour Singlefin. So, as an ode to the last time Exeter City made it to this round of the FA Cup, if Exeter score against Nottingham Forest, pints of the Cornish Lager are rolled back to 1981 prices and become 51p.

Offering a premium sports viewing experience with full UHD screens and state-of-the-art sound systems...

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Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival announces lineup for Spring Weekend

Festival organisers unveil inspiring line up of authors for Spring Weekend

From Churchill’s legacy to the profound impact of books on our lives, this year’s Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival Spring Weekend promises an inspiring and thought-provoking programme for all.

Taking place in the town’s St Peter’s Church on March 7 and 8, the festival brings together a distinguished lineup of authors and speakers who will share captivating stories, bold ideas, and fresh perspectives. Attendees can look forward to exploring history, politics, music, justice, and personal journeys, all while celebrating the power of the written and spoken word.

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James Rowland’s Songs of the Heart Trilogy

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 01/30/2025 - 9:26pm

Celebrated theatremaker James Rowland is embarking on a massive 50+ date UK tour of his critically acclaimed Songs of the Heart Trilogy, performing in Devon at Exeter Phoenix and at the Theatre Royal Plymouth Drum.

Straight off the back of another sold out run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, which included his 100th show in Summerhall’s Anatomy Lecture Theatre, James Rowland is embarking on his biggest tour to date. From January - May 2025, he will be performing his critically acclaimed Songs of the Heart Trilogy of shows across the country.

From Essex to Edinburgh,...

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What Games will be Popular in Exeter in 2025?

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 01/28/2025 - 10:59pm

January may be over but the new year is still in its infancy. There are 11 months still to run and a lot can happen in that time.

There are entire trends that will come and go in 2025 that have not even got off the ground yet. The best-selling books, most-watched movies, and hottest songs are all still to be released.

The same is true for video games. Although many titles in the modern world of gaming live on for years or even decades, new blockbusters go on sale regularly too. So lets take a look at the games that players will be playing in Exeter and beyond in 2025....

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Gone Wild Festival Announces Sensational Summer 2025 Line-up

Gone Wild, the UK’s ultimate family adventure, will return to Powderham Castle in Devon 21st-24th August 2025.

Created in partnership with Bear Grylls, the festival has today announced the full 2025 music line-up for the first time.

With acts including Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Professor Green, Clean Bandit, The Zutons , Lucy Spraggan and Ministry of Sound Classical it is set to be another unforgettable experience.

The four day festival offers days packed with activities and experiences like no other. Inspirational guest speakers include legendary names such as Joe...

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