Spring

Exeter Corn Exchange announces spring programme

Exeter Corn Exchange has announced details of the new events programme for spring.

Highlights include the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, stars from TV’s Strictly Come Dancing, the Vienna Festival Ballet, comedian Jon Richardson, X Factor winner Joe McElderry and Ruby Wax.

The new season starts with a concert by Elkie Brooks, one of the most successful singers the UK has ever produced on Friday 24th January and that is followed on Tuesday 28th January with Britain’s Got Talent finalists Circus of Horrors with their new gruesome show London after Midnight.

The...

Photo gallery: Exmouth enjoys a (mostly) sunny Bank Holiday Weekend

As the Exmouth Festival well and truly got under way all over Exmouth, visitors to Exmouth and residents alike were enjoying some spring sunshine in traditional fashion.

Monday's festivities will include James Bartholomew, Budleigh Ukulele Strumming Club, Falling Trees, and Exeter-based retro indie/shoegaze band whose debut CD ‘The Memories That Hold Us together’, received widespread critical acclaim.

For a full line up visit http://www.exmouthfestival.org.uk

Photo gallery by David Bunton

Spring strikes back at Killerton

Following the recent good weather spring is finally taking hold at Killerton. The garden and surrounding countryside, after enduring a long winter, have quickly adjusted to the warmer weather almost overnight. Gardeners and countryside team members have been stunned by the sudden appearance of spring flowers and abundance of wildlife in a burst of spring activity.

As a result of the sudden weather change, the swallows and house martins are finally back, and are even more active than normal. After months of little or no sightings, the sudden appearance of these birds have delighted...

Warmer weather on the way... at last

After a perishing spell of winter weather, thermeometers are forecast to hit double figures this week.

The Met Office is predicting more spring-like weather however, we are unlikely to see a great deal of sun with rain expected on Thursday.

A Met office forecaster said tthe warmer temperatures are not unusual for this time of year.

She added: "it will just be a welcome change after the last couple of weeks which have been below average."

Forecast for Monday:

Cloud breaking in many areas through the morning, giving most places a fine, dry afternoon...

Caroline Charles Charity Fashion Show: Exeter Cathedral

Event Date: 
26/02/2013 - 11:00am to 12:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral is the stunning backdrop for a fashion show, showcasing clothes by the renowned designer Caroline Charles, who has a boutique in Exeter. The event will include a champagne and canapé reception followed by a preview of the vibrant spring collection, all proceeds will go to the Cathedral’s Third Millennium campaign. Tickets £20, booking is essential, telephone: 01392 285974 or e-mail: campaign@exeter-cathedral.org.uk

West Town Farm: Spring at the Farm

Event Date: 
14/04/2013 - 11:00am
Venue: 
West Town Farm, Ide

Welcome in spring with a fun day at the farm and lots of activities for all ages!

Every year the farm welcomes in spring by throwing open its gates and inviting you to join them for the day.

There are nature walks along the trail to be explored and a straw bale den to play in. Sensational craft activities and storytelling in the orchard with OrganicARTS, as well as the chance to ride our tractor trailer up the farm's hills and valleys to visit the animals.

You can also tuck into some tasty food at the West Town Farm barbecue.

11am-4pm, admission £3.50 per...

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