St Thomas Library is holding a Local History Day on Wednesday 21 January between 11am and 4pm.
There will be a speedway memories display and video footage, a real Falcons bike on display, a St Thomas memories display, churches of Exeter photos, a famous personalities display, a rolling slideshow, and pop-up talks as well as the opportunity for people to bring their own photos to show the St Thomas Local History Group.
Local author and historian Tony Lethbridge said: “St Thomas Library Local history open day last year was such an outstanding success we thought we would run...
Chilcotts Auctioneers’ January 10 sale includes an important collection of hunting and fishing books and memorabilia from the library of Dr Roy Neville Craig that encapsulates this eminent psychiatrist’s love of country pursuits.
Dr Craig lived for many years in The Lodge in Alphington, Exeter, before moving in retirement to Beaufort in County Kerry. A psychiatrist with consulting rooms in Dix’s Field, Dr Craig was progressive in his outlook and highly regarded within his profession.
The Craig family were upstanding members of the community and patriots, and gave over their...
Currently touring across Europe, The Rolling Stones are as popular as ever - some 52 years on from playing their first gigs in London in 1962.
Guitarist Ronnie Wood, however, has two passions - music and art – and over the years he has been lucky enough to mix the two.
Martin Bell, Retail Manager of Devon Air Ambulance Trust said “We have been donated a limited edition framed giclee print of Ronnie Wood’s 'Rip This Joint' which embodies the power and energy of Mick Jagger and the group. To receive such a generous gift really does mean a great deal.”
The Rally features classic buses, coaches and lorries together with trade stands offering a variety of books and memorabilia.
A free vintage bus service runs from Exeter bus station to the rally site every 30 minutes from 10am. Additional free trips in the local area and around the Westpoint site are available.
