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1,600 entries in 3 weeks for Great West Run

Organisers of Exeter’s Great West Run, sponsored by Tozers, are delighted to announce that the 2014 event has already attracted over 1,600 sign ups in just three weeks of entries being officially opened.

Last year, a total of 2,123 runners took to the streets of Exeter to complete the 13.1 mile challenge. With 1,600 already registered for 2014, the surge of runners taking advantage of the early bird savings would suggest that this years entries will substantially surpass those of recent years.

Jamie Warren, Marketing Manager at GO2, said: "The response in just three weeks...

Plymouth Half Marathon

Event Date: 
28/04/2013 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Venue: 
The Hoe, Plymouth

Plymouth's half marathon, is a traffic-free road race set in the heart of Plymouth. Runners will once again gather on the Hoe to start their 13.1mile journey around Plymouth.

The great course, good reputation and atmosphere ensure that this iconic Plymouth race attracts everyone from local, national and international athletes as well as beginners, club runners and charity runners.

The traffic-free course is open to all abilities and will start and finish at the Hoe.

Please visit www.plymouthhalfmarathon.co.uk for entry and more details, or ring the Plymouth Half...

Jollyween half term fun at Pennywell Farm

Event Date: 
29/10/2012 - 10:00am to 04/11/2012 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Pennywell Farm & Wildlife Centre, Buckfastleigh

Pennywell is gearing up for a very special week of activities, so treat your family to a day out this October half term and be part of our annual Jollyween festival.

All the animals will be waiting for their last cuddle of the season and we have a whole week of hands on Jollyween fun to brighten up your autumn. You can even cuddle a world famous Pennywell miniature pig.

There are all your favourite activities like bottle feeding, ferret racing and miniature pig racing as well as some very special themed events throughout the day.

Pumpkin carving is not to be missed...

Half term Hallowe'en fun at Crealy Great Adventure Park

Event Date: 
27/10/2012 - 9:00am to 04/11/2012 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Crealy Great Adventure Park, Sidmouth Road, Exeter

Join us for a spectacular week of spooky story telling with readings throughout the week by special guests. On the line-up are Judi Spires TV and radio presenter, David Lawrence Jones author of the Bradley Baker books, Michael Caines celebrity chef and Exeter City Football Club’s James Vittels.

Visit the Crealy Witch in her grotto, join in the reptile handling session on Monday 29 October with Dartmoor Reptiles, take part in the spooky games and pumpkin carving and don’t forget every paying child receives their own free pumpkin!

On Friday 2 Novemeber, Exeter City Football...