Exmouth

EDDC consider combined office sites

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 12/04/2014 - 11:38am

Now that firm bids have been secured for the council’s Knowle site, detailed plans will be drawn up to move East Devon District Council’s offices to two council-owned sites in Honiton and Exmouth, but not to Skypark.

Tonight, (3 December) cabinet was updated on significant changes to the preferred location of new council offices - due to changing market conditions - which mean that SkyPark is no longer a financially viable option.

Now, the option of retaining the council-owned site in Honiton and maintaining the existing East Devon Business Centre alongside a new...

New Premier Inn to open in Exmouth early 2015

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 12/03/2014 - 10:37am

Whitbread PLC is to open its brand new Premier Inn on Exmouth Seafront early in 2015.

The new property will contribute extensively to the local economy and beachfront environment whilst generating more than 30 new permanent and seasonal jobs for the residents of Exmouth. The brand new 60 bedroom hotel is situated on the Esplanade directly opposite one of the best beaches in Devon and a short walk from the main town centre, providing access to all that Exmouth has to offer for tourists and residents alike. The hotel provides private car parking and water sports storage for guests...

Stagecoach confirms Boxing Day buses

Stagecoach South West confirmed today that it will be operating Boxing Day bus services on key routes across Exeter, East Devon and Torbay.

For anyone wishing to travel into and around Exeter the following services will be running:

  • Red Park & Ride will run a Sunday timetable, with the last bus from Honiton Road at 1718 and the last bus from the city centre at 1736. Buses will show ‘M2’ on the destination blind to serve all stops along the Pinhoe Road route
  • Route ‘A’ will run a Sunday timetable. The last bus from Alphington will be at 1721, the last bus
  • ...

Rolle Centre development moves forward

Rolle Exmouth Limited (REL) has been awarded a grant of £99,000 by Social Investment Business (SIB) Group from the Community Ownership and Management of Assets Feasibility Fund to develop plans for the future of the Rolle Centre site.

The seven acre site remains the property of Plymouth University, but has been unoccupied since the University relocated its Faculty of Education from Exmouth to its main Plymouth Campus in 2008. The site is located just half a mile from the town centre and the sea with views over the Exe Estuary and Haldon Hills.

The vision for REL is to...

Cosier Christmas campaign on the road

CosyDevon is on a mission to help residents across Devon save money on fuel bills and make their home warmer for years to come.

CosyDevon’s van will join Exmouth’s Christmas Cracker from 11am to 7pm on Saturday 6 December, in Rolle Street. David Stevenson, CosyDevon’s energy advisor, will be on hand to give people free energy advice and to help them apply for the scheme.

CosyDevon is an energy saving scheme launched in July 2014 by nine local authorities including East Devon District Council working in partnership with E.ON. It is investing up to £9 million in improving...

Do you recognise this man? Police appeal after rape in Exmouth

Police have released a picture of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a rape in Exmouth.

A 48-year-old woman reported to police that she was raped by a man at Orcombe Point on 27 February 2014 at around 9pm.A 48-year-old woman reported to police that she was raped by a man at Orcombe Point on 27 February 2014 at around 9pm.

The victim has described the suspect as white, aged between 30 and 40, just under 6ft, with a long gaunt face, dark stubble, a flat nose and broad shoulders.

He smelt of tobacco, spoke with a raspy voice and had dark matted hair...

New Years Eve featuring The FAB Beatles

Event Date: 
31/12/2014 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

New Years Eve featuring The FAB Beatles

Doesn’t the sound of spending New Years Eve with The Beatles sound just fab? Well that’s exactly what you will be doing when you join us on 31st December 2014 for our New Years Eve Party here at Exmouth Pavilion, featuring THE FAB BEATLES!

Our staff will greet you on arrival at 7.30pm with a welcome glass of Bucks Fizz in our new lounge bar area. You’ll then be shown to your reserved table where you can enjoy a hog roast with the trimmings, followed by a naughty but very nice dessert. Then, once everyone has eaten, around 9.30pm THE...

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Event Date: 
26/12/2014 - 2:00pm to 03/01/2015 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

Trio Entertainment in association with Exmouth Pavilion proudly present the fairest Panto in the land - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs!

Starring Eastenders Lucy Beale “MELISSA SUFFILED” and Cbbc star “LUCINDA RHODES”

Mirror, Mirror on the wall, which is the most spectacular pantomime of all? Join Snow White this Christmas in her fairytale adventure of a lifetime. Will Prince Lorenzo rescue his beloved Snow White from the Wicked Queen's evil spells? Will the horrible Henchman complete his perilous task upon the Princess? Will the Seven Dwarfs get to the poisoned apple...

Joey the Lips

Event Date: 
20/12/2014 - 8:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

If you want to keep the dance floor packed all night, this is the show for you! Joey the Lips is the night for you!

'Fast, fun and furious - we guarantee you won't be able to sit still! so don't miss your chance to see them at Exmouth Pavilion performing their 'Funky Soul, Blues & Disco Revue'. From Gimme Some Lovin' to Beyonce's Crazy In Love, from Long Train Running to Queen's Don't Stop Me Now. Their on-stage energy is infectious and creates a fantastic atmosphere! Unmissable entertainment!'

A high energy style is a winning formula that makes this a band in great...

The Noise Next Door: The Noise Are Back In Town

Event Date: 
19/12/2014 - 8:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion

The Noise Next Door: The Noise Are Back In Town

The U.K’s most exhilarating comedy act embark on their second national tour. The Noise Next Door will be delivering explosive doses of their trademark off-the-cuff comedy directly into the funny bones of the nation. Six time sell-out veterans of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and one of the country’s most sought after comedy club headliners, The Noise Next Door leave audiences everywhere in awe of their lightning quick wit and totally original comedic talents. Side-splitting scenes! Mind-blowing songs! Finely tuned anarchy! This is a...

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