Forwards coach Rob Hunter says it will be a “huge achievement” if Exeter Chiefs can progress to a first-ever European semi-final this weekend.

Standing in the way of the Devon club are Aviva Premiership rivals Newcastle Falcons, who provide the opposition at Sandy Park tomorrow night (8pm).

Hunter knows that the North East outfit will pose a creditable threat, particularly as the competition has now reached the knock-out stages.

With the two teams having collected a win apiece in the Premiership this season, it’s all to play for in this latest match-up, which will...

A generation of children are growing up without experiencing simple pleasures such as splashing in puddles or mud, building a sandcastle - or even making daisy chains, a study has revealed.

Researchers found a whole range of traditional nature activities could soon become a thing of the past as children spend their spare time playing computer games, watching TV or just hanging out with friends instead.

Playing in open spaces and woodland, planting their own seeds and climbing trees are also among the activities a large number of today’s youngsters have never tried.

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You’ve met the Hotel Inspectors – now meet the Campsite Inspectors! The judges from the AA’s prestigious Caravan and Camping Awards are coming to stay at Britain’s top site.

Oakdown Touring and Holiday Park near Sidmouth is the reigning Campsite of the Year after beating more than 900 other entrants from across England, Scotland and Wales. And now the judges are back – this time to check out the competition for the 2016 awards.

David Hancock, co-ordinator of the AA Caravan and Camping Scheme, said: “Today’s campers expect so much more than previous generations. Just because...

The scaffolding is down and the paint pots have been put away, as ABode Exeter looks forward to welcoming local residents and guests from farther afield with a refreshed new look. Taking seriously its role as a custodian of some of the UK’s finest buildings, Andrew Brownsword Hotels unveils the new ABode Exeter, complete with restored façade, a new Cathedral Lounge, and a fresh new Café Bar & Grill. Recognised as the oldest hotel in England, ABode Exeter now proudly displays a new, restored frontage, complete with a new ‘Royal Clarence Hotel’ sign restored to its original location at...

Cartridge Business Hub: Running a Business from Your Back Bedroom is a free cloud-based seminar by Cobalt Communications.

This seminar will explain the substantial benefits of cloud computing, help you understand if your data is safe in the cloud, along with some jargon-free dos and don’ts.

The seminar takes place at Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter on Tuesday 7 April, 5.30pm-7pm.

If you would like to attend please contact Dana Mulligan on 01392 286766, email dana.mulligan@cartridgeslaw.co.uk or book your place online: https://eventbrite.com/event/16368745358...

From a video premiere at Exeter’s Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) to a social media campaign encouraging members of the public to learn simple phrases in British Sign Language (BSL), Exeter Deaf Academy have been busy celebrating the 12th anniversary of when BSL was recognised as an official British language.

Tuesday saw the students’ first event of BSL Celebration Week (16th-22nd March) as they experienced their very own movie-style premiere at Exeter's Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) Courtyard. Joined by their families, friends, Deaf Academy and RAMM staff, plus...

This season, Newton Abbot Racecourse will be giving horseracing enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the thrill of owning a racehorse with the launch of the first ever Newton Abbot Races Racing Syndicate.

The syndicate’s horse will be purchased in May and will be trained by leading national hunt trainer, Philip Hobbs. Created as an affordable taster to racehorse ownership, membership for one year will cost just £500.

Alongside the unique experience of owning a share in a racehorse, members will also benefit from an Owners’ badge to watch the horse race at Newton Abbot...

A project for people in recovery to help restore an historical and cultural house near Exeter has just been given a funding boost from Public Health England, signalling a major step forward in its aim to transform both the house and the lives of vulnerable people in and around the city.

The £45,000 funding will enable the expansion of pilot work at Poltimore House which is already delivering tangible benefits to people in recovery from substance misuse or mental health issues.

Councillor Andrea Davis, Devon County Council’s Cabinet Member with responsibility for public...

Devon and Cornwall Police are fully prepared to prevent and disrupt any illegal rave activity across the two counties over the Easter holiday.

During the spring and summer Devon and Cornwall can be vulnerable to illegal raves, such as the problems encountered in recent years at Bellever and Davidstow.

Each year police have to remove a number of illegal raves which diverts valuable resources away from regular policing and has a damaging impact on the affected communities and the local environment.

As part of Operation Derig, which begins on Good Friday, dedicated...