Volunteers from local homebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter have recently supported RSPCA Little Valley Animal Shelter, an independent RSPCA Brand dedicated to helping Devon’s animals in need.
The charity received an extra twelve pairs of hands from the local developer, and they got stuck in to transforming a shed into a winter wonderland for their Christmas Fayre using donated decorations. They also painted entrance gates and fences ready for visitors to the shelter during the winter.
RSPCA Little Valley covers an area stretching from Okehampton to Honiton and...
The highly anticipated Oktoberfest is returning to Exeter in 2024 following a huge sell out year in 2023!
A Celebration of beer, food, music and community is taking place on 18th and 19th October 2024 at Exeter Castle.
Oktoberfest offers an incredible selection of traditional German Bier that can be served in up to 2 pint steins. Amazing German food including bratwurst and pretzels, plus a range of other drinks including cider, prosecco, spirits and wine.
In addition to the diverse beer selection, Oktoberfest will feature a variety of food vendors offering...
Stars of popular BBC daytime TV shows Bargain Hunt and The Travelling Auctioneers Christina Trevanion, Charlie Ross and Philip Serrell are bringing their popular stage show to the Nortcott Theatre in Exeter later this month.
The trio promise an evening of tales from behind the camera of the shows they all work on and an insight into how they all started in the antiques and auctioneering industry. Christina Trevanion who hosts the show alongside her pals says ‘We are so excited to be bringing our stage show to Exeter and look forward to entertaining the fine folk of Devon’....
Skin Southwest , an Exeter-based aesthetics clinic and a renowned name in the field of skincare, proudly announces a groundbreaking addition to its range of cutting-edge treatments.
They are the first clinic in the area to secure the revolutionary AgeJet skin-resurfacing device which was introduced to clients and beauty enthusiasts at their clinic event in December.
AgeJet is a state-of-the-art device designed to address an array of skin concerns, from fine lines and wrinkles to acne scars, stretch marks, pigmentation issues, and overall skin laxity. Originally founded...
It’s been named a “ powerhouse” food because of its nutritional value, and now watercress is the key ingredient in a range of soothing skin care products, which launched this month.
After a decade of research, University of Exeter spinout business Watercress Research Limited has its first three products available to pre order, under the brand Prof and Doc .
Their research has found that a 10 per cent concentration of their specific watercress extract proves highly effective in helping to prevent skin irritation and promoting soothing effects for all skin types. Now, they...
Cranbrook Education Campus , part of the Ted Wragg Trust family, welcomed local artist Brenda Thomas into the school this month, marking the first artistic contribution to the school's gallery initiative in 2024. The initiative, started in February 2023, aims to bring the world of art closer to the Cranbrook community.
Brenda Thomas works largely with recycled fabrics and her work is inspired by coastal walks with her dog. Her work has been exhibited around the country and several pieces have won national awards.
The gallery initiative stems from a listening campaign...
Resurfacing will be carried out next month on the A379 through Exminster.
The four-week scheme is planned to be undertaken in two phases.
Work between the A379 Sannerville Way junction and Reddaway Drive by Exminster Garage will start on Monday 5 February and will continue until Friday 16 February. Access from the Swan’s Nest roundabout into Exminster from the South will be maintained during this phase, and the road will be fully open over the weekend of Saturday 10 February and Sunday 11 February.
From Monday 19 February until Friday 1 March, resurfacing will...
Two dementia researchers are hosting Culture Box Live this month, an exhibition which aims to stimulate public interest in dementia.
Dr Chloe Asker, a Research Fellow in the School of Psychology, and Professor Victoria Tischler, Professor of Behavioural Science in the same School, will be presenting research findings and artist commissions from the Culture Box project, which supported people with dementia and their carers during the pandemic by providing creative and arts-based activities. Creative training for care staff and artists will also be available.
The ‘Exeter Kindness Mural’ is now complete, inspiring passers-by to be kind to others. Painted by local artist, Paul Colsell, it is a reproduction of a famous Charley Mackesy illustration from his best-selling book and Oscar-winning film. The Exeter Daily previously covered news of the project getting the go ahead last July. The Crossline Building in Heavitree Road has been scaffolded for several months while the gable wall was renovated and painted. Paul (82) started drawing the mural on 7th January and completed painting it within 12 days, despite cold weather. Apex Scaffolding removed...
