Exeter

Railway line between Axminster and Exeter closed for upgrade work

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 11/09/2024 - 7:30am

Buses will replace trains between Axminster and Exeter St Davids from Saturday 9 November to Friday 22 November whilst we make track upgrades in the Honiton area.

During this two-week period, engineers will install a mile of new track through Honiton Tunnel, replacing the existing 50-year-old infrastructure. This upgrade includes the installation of new sleepers and ballast, ensuring a smoother and more reliable journey for passengers. The new rail is designed to millimetre precision and will be coated with a protective layer to resist corrosion to extend its lifespan.

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Ambulance service prepares for a busy winter

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Posted: Thu, 11/07/2024 - 7:17pm

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is urging communities across the region to use its services responsibly this winter, as it prepares for a challenging period.

The Trust is expecting to see significant and sustained demand across its 999 services this winter – a position that is reflected across health and care organisations locally, regionally, and nationally.

As winter approaches, flu and other respiratory illnesses are expected to rise, a drop in temperatures and ongoing pressures due to ambulance handover delays are set to compound the...

Remember, Remember the 5th of November

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Posted: Thu, 11/07/2024 - 7:01pm

Staff and residents at Cumberland Grange in Exeter celebrated Bonfire Night with a bang this November 5th when they wrapped up warm to gather around the bonfire to watch a fantastic firework display and enjoy lots of seasonal treats washed down with some warming luxury hot chocolates.

Bonfire Night commemorates the foiling of the Gunpowder Plot when 14 individuals tried to blow up the House of Lords during the state opening of Parliament on November 5th 1605. Staff and residents made a traditional Guy to burn on the bonfire while the fireworks lit up the night sky.

The...

‘Cooking and the Crown’ with Tom Parker Bowles, joined by Mitch and Ben Tonks

Join Darts Farm in The Farm Table on Thursday 21st November for an evening with the son of Queen Camilla, food writer and restaurant critic, Tom Parker Bowles.

Throughout the evening, Tom will be sharing stories from his latest book 'Cooking and the Crown', blending history, monarchy and gastronomy as he takes guests on a journey across royal culinary history.

Recipes from 'Cooking and the Crown' will be brought to life by iconic father and son duo, Mitch and Ben Tonks alongside Darts Farm's Head Chef, Tom Chivers and The Farm Table team.

The evening includes a...

Dunelm Exeter calls on its customers to help support those in need this Christmas

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Posted: Wed, 11/06/2024 - 6:56pm

Dunelm, the Home of Homes, is aiming to make sure no one goes without a gift this Christmas with its annual charity campaign, Delivering Joy. After delivering almost a quarter of a million gifts to those in need over the past four years, Dunelm is calling on customers in Exeter for help to fulfil more Christmas wishes than ever before.

Christmas trees with tags featuring wishes from local charities including a local baby bank, a charity that supports children with additional needs, and Age UK are now up and on display in the Exeter store.

To help ensure everyone...

Celebrating South West Business

Inaugural Twelve Awards To Celebrate Southwest Business Growth

Hot on the heels of the NatWest Regional Growth Tracker survey, which reveals that output growth in the Southwest has reached a 28-month high, the inaugural Twelve Awards 2024 are set to celebrate the businesses and individuals driving this remarkable progress.

With the shortlist now finalised, tickets are on sale for the black-tie event on 5th December at the Exeter Golf and Country Club. This first-ever awards event is poised to become a seasonal highlight, bringing together leaders and changemakers from across the Southwest.

The finalists for the twelve categories have...

Local homebuilder makes generous donation to beach school charity

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 11/06/2024 - 7:00am

Local homebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter is proud to announce a £1,500 donation to the Charlie Duignan Foundation, a new local charity dedicated to honouring the memory of eight-year-old Charlie Duignan by promoting environmental education and beach conservation through Charlie's Beach School.

Charlie's parents, Yvette and David, established the foundation as a living legacy in which to share Charlie’s love for the beach and sea with as many people as possible. The Charlie Duignan Foundation became a registered charity in April 2024.

Charlie's journey was a...

InExeter celebrates 25th Fore Street Flea

InExeter is excited to announce that the final Fore Street Flea of 2024, scheduled for Sunday, 17 November , will mark the 25th edition of this cherished community event.

First launched in 2016, the Fore Street Flea has become a highlight of Exeter’s annual calendar, transforming the lively Fore Street into a bustling marketplace. Visitors can expect an eclectic mix of stalls, offering everything from vintage clothing and bric-a-brac to handmade crafts, original artwork, and mouth-watering food and drink. With live entertainment adding to the relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, the...

Bewitching tricks and spooky treats at local care home

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Posted: Tue, 11/05/2024 - 8:04pm

Barchester’s Cumberland Grange care home, in Exeter, was a den of ghoulish activity as the home’s spooky Halloween Party got in to full swing.

Residents and staff got in to the spirit of things by decorating the home and creating Halloween decorations, icing spooky biscuits and cupcakes prepared by the home’s chef, painting pumpkins and hosting a party with live music, bubbles and nibbles.

General Manager, Beth cackled: “Our staff and residents love any excuse for a party! The home looks fantastic with all the decorations and our head chef did us proud with lots of...

Bruton Knowles Expands Further into South West with Acquisition of Haarer Goss

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Posted: Tue, 11/05/2024 - 7:10pm

Bruton Knowles, the independent national chartered surveyor firm, has announced the acquisition of Haarer Goss , a well-established commercial property management firm based in Exeter. This strategic acquisition expands Bruton Knowles’ footprint and service offering in the South West and plays a role in the firm’s growth plans for the region.

Haarer Goss, founded in 1961, has built a strong reputation in Exeter, delivering high-quality commercial property management services to clients in the area. With the acquisition, Bruton Knowles aims to integrate its broader range of...

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