Waterloo - The Best of Abba

Event Date: 
22/02/2019 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

Waterloo - The Best of ABBA looks back at the sensational rise to stardom of the Swedish pop group ABBA and recreates it so impeccably that fans, old and new can still experience the thrill of a live ABBA show.

ABBA were formed in Sweden in 1972 and became one of the bestselling music artists of all time, topping the charts worldwide from 1974 to 1982.

ABBA were honoured at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Eurovision Song Contest in 2005, when their hit “Waterloo” was chosen as the best song in the competition's history.

The group was inducted into the Rock...

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

Event Date: 
21/02/2019 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

On 3rd February 1959, Rock ’n’ Roll - and the world - lost its brightest star.

The unparalleled catalogue of music that Buddy Holly left behind has entertained, inspired and moved every subsequent generation to laughter, tears and an irrepressible desire to dance!

To commemorate Buddy’s anniversary and to celebrate the joy he has brought millions of people worldwide for over 60 years, the country’s first and best-loved Buddy Holly act, Buddy Holly and The Cricketers, plays a very special show in venues all over the UK. Buddy Holly and The Cricketers has delighted audiences...

Three Oxbridge offers for Exeter School

Exeter School is pleased to complete this year’s Oxbridge admissions process with the announcement that three pupils have been offered places.

At Cambridge, Charlie Mayall has an offer to read Medicine and Jamie Stephenson an offer to read Maths, both at Jesus College.

At Oxford, Deputy Head Girl Tegan Murphy has an offer to read History and Economics at Pembroke College.

Tegan said she was delighted with her Oxford offer and excited at the chance to study there.

“I’m really grateful for the help I’ve received from the school and my subject teachers. Looking...

Strictly Nashville

Event Date: 
16/02/2019 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

Celebrating the very best in music from America's 'Music City' this brand new show promises an exciting fusion of pure Country gold with 'New Country' blockbusters!

Guitarist, vocalist and band-leader Bob Drury, who has been selling out in theatres across the country for the past 6 years with his highly acclaimed shows, heads up an amazing cast of musicians to a deliver a set of pristine classics from the likes of Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, Brad Paisley, Garth Brooks, Willie Nelson and Kenny Rogers.

Featuring Bob's daughter Harriet on female lead vocals the band present...

AMY - A Tribute to Amy Winehouse

Event Date: 
15/02/2019 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

‘’AMY’’ was established by a group of musicians who are genuine fans of Amy and her music. Their love for Amy and her material shines through in their live performances.

“AMY” have left no stone unturned - paying close attention to every detail of recreating her music.

Fronted by the tremendously talented Stacey Lou, who not only brings the swagger of Amy, but the raw emotion and flawless vocals too.

If you are a fan of Amy this is a show you will not want to miss.

Performing all the hits that defined the unique talent that was Amy Winehouse, we look forward...

Maternity services at the RD&E rated highly by local mums

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/06/2019 - 11:33am

Maternity services at the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust have been rated highly by local mums in the 2018 National Maternity Survey.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) survey asked women about their experience of antenatal care, care during labour and birth, and postnatal care. Across the country, responses were received from more than 17,000 women who gave birth in February 2018 in services run by 129 NHS trusts.

157 mothers who were cared for by RD&E midwives gave their feedback on maternity services provided by the Trust at Wonford Hospital, Tiverton,...

Unravelling Wilburys

Event Date: 
10/02/2019 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

Just when they were about to make it to the big time, this band of good ol’ boys from Nashville, Tennessee had a whole bunch of songs (allegedly) stolen by Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne, George Harrison, Bob Dylan and Tom Petty, under the late 80s ‘supergroup’ pseudonym “The Traveling Wilburys”.

Things were so bad after that, the real Wilbury brothers (Walter, Sticky Willy, Thumper, Javelin and Blind Melon) resorted to dressing up as The Beatles, and spent over 20 years touring as “Sgt Pepper’s Only Dart Board Band”.

After a lengthy legal battle, a Hazzard County judge ruled the...

Business management tips for the self-employed

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Wed, 02/06/2019 - 10:58am

When people talk about small businesses and their importance to the economy – especially in areas like the south west of England – there tends to be an image of a business owner and a small team of staff running a shop or a café, or manufacturing niche products. Less frequently do the self-employed or sole traders get featured, and yet they are just as important as businesses that employ staff. If you work alone, as a tradesperson, freelancer, or sole trader, you’re running a business just the same as a company with employees, and like all businesses you need to be able to manage your...

The most common money management mistakes - and how to avoid them

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 02/06/2019 - 10:48am

Mistakes in money management are more common than you may expect. In fact, several people struggle to plan their finances across the UK. A third of us even fear that we’ll be unable to clear our debts fully.

So, what can we do to minimise the risk of overspending? One solution is to learn from our errors – and identify ways to avoid them.

Mistake: Not Seeking Expert Advice

When it comes to money management, we can be reluctant to seek advice. Often, this is because many of us aren’t sure where to look for it. Because of this, we risk losing out on the opportunity...

Pitch@Palace 11.0 On Tour Devon comes to Exeter College

Entrepreneurs and business start-ups are being invited to apply for Pitch@Palace 11.0 On Tour Devon – in Exeter on Monday February 18, 2019- to help make their business dreams become a reality.

The Event will be hosted by Exeter College in partnership with the University of Exeter, on behalf of SETsquared Exeter, part of SETsquared, the award-winning business incubation network run by five leading research-led UK universities. Twice ranked as the Global No. 1 Business Incubator.

Pitch@Palace isan initiative founded by The Duke of York, to amplify and accelerate the work of...

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