Crucial work to strengthen a high-profile wall on Exeter’s quayside are now complete, the City Council has announced.
The local authority carried out repairs and stabilisation to a 105-metre stretch of cliff face wall above Exeter Quay on the city centre side of the River Exe.
The cellars below the wall were once used by smugglers many years ago with an underground route connecting to the basements of properties in nearby Colleton Crescent. Today the cellars provide a home to a number of quirky and interesting businesses serving tourists and visitors to the quayside....
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has been successful in its application for £2m of funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to carry out research into respiratory disease, aiming to shed light on a health condition that adversely affects the lungs.
The first of its kind globally, the study will explore treatment for a condition known as fibrotic hypersensitivity pneumonitis (FHP). The condition affects 11 in 100,000 people, with approximately 2000 new cases diagnosed in the UK each year. People with the condition experience...
Exeter High Street McDonald’s has reopened after a restaurant redesign, which delivers a better customer experience for all. Owned and operated by local Franchisee, David Shawyer, the Exeter restaurant is one of the first in Devon to undergo a ‘Convenience of the Future’ redesign.
With consumers increasingly looking for greater speed, efficiency and choice when ordering their food, McDonald’s ambitious ‘ Convenience of the Future’ restaurant revamp programme will combine a new restaurant layout with the latest technology to create a more seamless and enjoyable experience for...
Visionary musical polymath Damon Albarn OBE has been awarded an honorary DLitt from the University of Exeter in recognition of his creativity, innovation and commitment to environmental causes by the University of Exeter.
Damon is one of the UK’s most prolific and influential artists. The creative force on more than 40 albums, including band projects, solo albums, collaborations, operas and film soundtracks, his work has earned him six Brit Awards, two Ivor Novello Awards and a Grammy and has left an enduring mark on the music industry and beyond.
The 100th anniversary of the Devon County Library Service is being marked this month by Libraries Unlimited, the charity that manages 54 libraries in Devon and Torbay.
The Devon County Library Service was launched in 1924 with the aim of providing a single county-wide service giving all residents free access to books. Before then, many of Devon’s individual scattered community libraries were operated by subscription, or aligned to institutions such as the church, or funded by individual local authorities from people’s ‘rates’.
With parents starting to think about how to entertain the kids during the school summer break without breaking the bank, Kellogg’s is offering the ideal solution for fun and activity filled days within their local communities – Kellogg’s Football Camps.
In partnership with the EFL, Manchester City, Celtic and Rangers, the camps kick off in July** and run nationwide in 73 locations (within 10 miles of most homes) for 5-15yr olds. Thousands of free spaces for the new camps are now available*!
Getting involved couldn’t be easier. Parents simply purchase a special promo pack...
A new walk-in blood testing clinic has opened in Exeter offering an extensive range of blood tests to patients in the region.
The One Day Tests clinic, located in The Exeter Business Hub on Queen Street, provides quick and easy access to blood testing services without needing a GP referral. Patients can book a same-day appointment and have the results back the next day.
The clinic is run and staffed by highly trained and experienced medical professionals who specialise in venipuncture or the finger-prick technique if preferred. Patients can expect a comfortable and...
Comedian, author, presenter and actor Josh Widdicombe shared inspiring advice for new graduates and memories from his youth in Devon as he was awarded an honorary degree by the University of Exeter.
Josh, known for his popular podcasts and stand-up and television work, grew up on Dartmoor and attended South Dartmoor Community College and Exeter College.
University of Exeter historian Professor Helen Berry helped Josh trace his royal links when he took part in the BBC programme Who Do You Think You Are?.
He delighted those at the ceremony today by reminiscing...
Exeter City Council has granted approval on a Persimmon Homes South West scheme for 40 high-quality homes, on land adjacent to Blakeslee Drive in Newcourt. This follows the outline planning consent that had previously been granted in March for up to 50 new homes.
The 3.2-hectare site will feature family housing, comprising about a third of the area, with the remaining space dedicated to open areas.
To the south, the open space will extend an existing pond to support the new development, incorporating additional planting to enhance biodiversity. Existing quality trees,...
Planning a stag do in Devon offers a mix of stunning landscapes, thrilling activities, and vibrant nightlife. Whether the groom is into adrenaline-pumping adventures or prefers a relaxed weekend with friends, Devon has something to offer.
Need some inspiration to get you started? No problem - here are our top tips for planning an unforgettable stag do in this beautiful part of the UK!
1. Understand the Groom’s Preferences
The foundation of any great stag do is knowing what the groom loves. Start by having an open and honest conversation with him.
