Each year, the Devon County Show welcomes well over a thousand visitors with accessibility issues through its gates and this number is increasing year on year.
Recognising the importance of creating an inclusive experience for all, Show Manager, Lisa Moore has announced the introduction of several new initiatives for the 2024 Show. These have come about as a result of a site audit carried out at the 2023 Show by Chloe Hammond, a wheelchair user, and her assistance dog, Ocho.
The new initiatives recommended by Chloe, and which are to be implemented, include:
Monday saw the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance pay tribute to the incredible artist, Tony Husband. The alliance also took time to celebrate 10 years since it’s inception in 2014.
Heather Morris former Exeter City Councillor said: “I felt honoured to attend the 10 year anniversary of the alliance which began with the passion perseverance and vision of Gina Awad. The evening also celebrated the life of Tony Husband who died suddenly in October last year.
"I recall I met Gina about 11 years ago when working for Exeter MP Ben Bradshaw. Gina phoned through to Bens office...
Over sixty individuals slept out at Exeter City Football Club to raise money and awareness for local charity Julian House on Friday 22nd March.
Julian House provides life-changing and life-saving support for people who are vulnerable or at-risk across Exeter and the South West of England. Their services reach the people who have been forced to live on the edges of society, offering them a route to something better.
Temperatures dropped, and there were heavy rain showers as people bedded down for the night with just sleeping bags, roll mats and cardboard on the cold...
The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is encouraging people to use the right healthcare service this Easter bank holiday weekend, as the region prepares for the start of the holiday season. Residents and tourists to the South West are being reminded to only dial 999 in a life-threatening emergency. Bank holiday weekends can be a busy time for 999 services, especially when the weather is warm and people are out enjoying the sun – whether in the garden, doing DIY at home, visiting family and friends or exploring the region’s beauty spots. Ahead of the Easter...
East Devon District Council (EDDC) is urging residents who receive Single Person Discount to ensure that any changes in their circumstances have been promptly notified to the council. Failure to report changes before the deadline of 5th April could result in a penalty of £70 being added to their council tax bill.
Any alteration in circumstances, such as a partner moving in or a child reaching the age of 18, may invalidate the Single Person Discount, necessitating the issue of a new bill. Residents are encouraged to inform EDDC of any such changes either through the council’s...
The Bishop Fleming Great West Run, will take place on Sunday 26 May 2024, offering runners the opportunity to take part in its famous half marathon event, the popular 10km or the fun and accessible Moki Community Mile event, open to all ages and abilities of runner.
The main half marathon event takes participants through the centre of Exeter city on closed roads, along beautiful country lanes with glorious countryside views across Exeter, before finishing in the iconic Exeter Arena Athletics Stadium. Entries are currently open for all three events this May, with over 3,500 people...
The Cheeky Vegan, celebrated culinary destination for vegans and non-vegans alike, will soon be making an exciting return to Exeter’s Cathedral Yard.
Reopening on Thursday 28 March, in time for the Easter bank holiday weekend, under the watchful eye of new owner and manager, Kenneth Yau, this vegan cafe and brunch experience is focused on rapidly reclaiming its reputation as a local restaurant ‘gem’.
“I'm so very excited to bring a much needed, much loved, vegan restaurant back to Cathedral Yard,” Yau said.
“It doesn't matter if you're vegan, vegan-curious, or...
Archie Small, a promising apprentice electrician from Exeter, has reached the semi-final stage of Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2024.
Marking a decade of the nationwide competition which shines a light on the UK & Ireland’s very best future talent, this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice received more than 1,800 applications.
Entries have now been whittled down to just 33, all of whom are in with the chance of being crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2024 at the national final in May.
Archie Small, 20, who is currently studying Electrical Installation at Exeter...
Jewson Live, the annual event for the UK’s professional tradespeople is back – and for the first time ever, will be touring the UK.
Hosted by national builders’ merchant Jewson – now part of STARK UK – Jewson Live will begin its tour with its flagship live event at the Birmingham NEC on Friday 26 th April – which is entering its seventh year.
Jewson Live On Tour will then head to Kent Exhibition Centre, Maidstone, on Thursday 16 th May; SEC, Glasgow, on Thursday 6 th June, and Westpoint, Exeter, on Thursday 13 th June .
West Exe School , part of the Ted Wragg Trust , welcomed members of the economics department from the University of Exeter to the school this month as part of a joint initiative from the university and the ‘ Discover Economics’ programme.
Discover Economics is on a mission to increase the diversity of economics students. They aim to broaden the appeal of economics to potential students, change their perceptions of economics and economists and attract more students from under-represented groups (women, state school/further education college students and minoritised ethnic groups...
