Ahead of its much-anticipated new store opening on 10th May 2018, home furnishings retailer IKEA will be bringing the “Wonderful Everyday Tour” to Exeter and the wider region, giving residents and visitors the chance to experience the little things in life that make the everyday more wonderful. From Friday 13th April to Thursday 10th May 2018, ten unique mini-events and installations will be popping up in and around Exeter, bringing IKEA’s philosophy of the “Wonderful Everyday” to life, and giving Devon residents a preview of what’s to come when the new store opens. The “Wonderful Everyday...
Exeter’s hopes for this year’s British Skittles Championships rest with the Loungers men’s team who stormed through to the finals last year. The team from the Kings Pub in Cowick Street, only fell at the final hurdle against the more experienced Wiltshire Wonders, who were previous champions.
The team’s runner-up performance in the grand finals held in Torquay, was their best ever and captain Rob Parkhouse is fielding the same team in the hope of victory.
‘We need to qualify first and that won’t be easy, said Rob cautiously. ‘There are some great teams to play against in...
Six young residents from YMCA Exeter were invited to spend a time a day at the Civic Centre to pilot a new programme which aims to introduce homeless people into employment at the Council.
The Christian youth charity, who have existed in Exeter since 1846, provide services in Supported Accommodation, Training and Employment, and Health and Wellbeing.
The residents from YMCA Exeter, who have all experienced homelessness, were given a tour of eight different City Council departments including, Environmental Health, Tourism, Economy and Open Spaces.
In the past few years- there has been a constant debate regarding the best footballer of modern times. The top two contenders for the coveted title have been Lionel Messi from Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal.
The FIFA Ballon D’or Footballer of the Year award has also been suggesting the same for the past 5-6 years. It has been like a great war between the supporters of these wizards. They entertain the lovers of the beautiful game, carry the pride and expectations of their respective clubs and countrymen, and have been continuously playing at the peak of their games for...
Exeter Phoenix – the city’s buzzing hub for theatre, live music, indie cinema, contemporary arts and creativity – has announced a new season of events spanning the summer months. With music, cinema, theatre, comedy, dance, art, creative workshops and everything in between the new season guarantees something for everyone. If you’re looking for a summer of eclectic music, look no further. Performances from folk superstars Jon Boden & The Remnant Kings, blues rockers King King, hillbilly-rock from Hayseed Dixie and cult icons The Beat are just the tip of the iceberg. You can also expect...
OPEN AUDITIONS FOR "QUARTET" A Comedy by Ronald Harwood Director: Ray Virr Sunday, 20th May 2018 at 2.30 pm at The Blackmore Theatre Production Dates: Monday 24th – Saturday 29th September 2018 (including a matinee performance on the Saturday) These auditions are open to both members and non-members of The Exmouth Players (CIO). Previous acting experience is not essential. Age is also immaterial. Just pop along, live and enjoy the experience. Synopsis Cecily, Reggie and Wilfred reside in a home for retired opera singers in Kent, England. Each year, on the tenth of October, there is a...
OPEN AUDITIONS FOR "QUARTET" A Comedy by Ronald Harwood Director: Ray Virr Thursday 17th May 2018 at 7.30pm and Sunday, 20th May 2018 at 2.30 pm at The Blackmore Theatre Production Dates: Monday 24th – Saturday 29th September 2018 (including a matinee performance on the Saturday) These auditions are open to both members and non-members of The Exmouth Players (CIO). Previous acting experience is not essential. Age is also immaterial. Just pop along, live and enjoy the experience. Synopsis Cecily, Reggie and Wilfred reside in a home for retired opera singers in Kent, England. Each year, on...
Watching England head coach Eddie Jones was given plenty to ponder as he watched defending Aviva Premiership champions Exeter Chiefs seal their place in this season’s play-offs with an emphatic six-try victory over visiting Gloucester.
With a glut of Red Rose talent to peruse on the lush Sandy Park turf, Devon’s finest served up a sumptuous Sunday treat to maintain their position at the summit of the table.
First half tries from international duo Alec Hepburn and Sam Simmonds, plus another from Olly Woodburn, paved the foundations for the victory, which was sealed with a...
Exeter’s Red Coat Guides celebrate their 30th anniversary with the launch of their new Summer Tour Programme. The new programme includes a brand new ‘Oddities & Curiosities’ tour highlighting the odd, curious and unexplained aspects of Exeter’s history from Celtic times to the Blitz. Also new for 2018 is an evening Historic Quayside tour taking place every Wednesday evening at 7pm. As well as these new tours, there are another fourteen tours to choose from including ‘Medieval Exeter’, ‘Ghosts and Legends’, ‘Roman & Saxon Exeter’ and the ever popular ‘Canal Trip’ (June – August)....
Ali Hepher says the time has come for Exeter Chiefs to "get the hammer down" and propel themselves ever closer to the Aviva Premiership play-offs.
With just four rounds of the regular season remaining, the defending champions currently sit top of the pile, eight points clear of next best Saracens, and ten clear of third-place Wasps.
It's a perfect position for Devon's finest to find themselves in, but head coach Hepher acknowledges the Chiefs must look to strengthen their grip on proceedings, starting with Sunday's clash against Gloucester at a packed out Sandy Park (3pm...
