hobbies

6 New Hobbies to Try After Lockdown

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Thu, 05/28/2020 - 10:27am

The quarantine life isn't easy and this worldwide pandemic has made us all appreciate the little things we took for granted before. However, there is still hope that the world will go back to normal soon and we could do everything we loved outdoors once again. So, if you're thinking of trying out some new hobbies after the lockdown ends, these are 6 hobbies that may interest you.

1. Photography

Photography is an excellent choice to consider for a new hobby. It's great because you can take some of the best pictures ever if you just try hard enough. So many people love...

Roots A Capella Choir needs you!

Authored by Sarah Owen
Posted: Mon, 09/14/2015 - 4:09am

Are you aged 13-18? Do you love to sing? Then here’s your chance!

Roots A Capella is run by Devon-based music charity, Wren Music, and meets in St. Sidwell’s Community Centre in central Exeter, just minutes away from the bus station.

The choir meets once a month on Sundays and is a great opportunity to improve your vocal skills, learn a huge range of songs from all over the world as well as take part in high calibre performances around the region.

In the last term, Roots A Capella have had an exiting run of performances, including at Exeter Cathedral and Torquay...

Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts

Event Date: 
24/09/2015 - 9:30am to 27/09/2015 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter

The Stitching, Sewing and Hobbycrafts Show comes to Westpoint, Exeter from 24th - 27th September with more than 180 exhibitors offering the latest products, ideas and innovations.

All visitors can enjoy a free programme of Quick and Easy Workshops, Talks and Demonstrations each day of the show.

Make sure you visit Stitch, Sew & Hobbycrafts, Exeter this September. With so many fantastic features, inspiring ideas and top advice from the experts, you'll leave the show bursting with ideas.

Opening Times

Thursday - Friday: 9.30am - 5pm Saturday: 9.30am - 5....

Stitch, Sew & Hobbycrafts Show

Event Date: 
26/09/2013 - 9:30am to 29/09/2013 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

The much loved Creative Stitches & Hobbycrafts show is back, but this time with a brand new name!!

Stitch, Sew & Hobbycrafts comes to Westpoint, Exeter from 26 - 29 September with more than 180 exhibitors offering the latest products, ideas and innovations.

Exciting show features include:

* Dream a dream of time gone by with a selection of costumes from this year's film spectacular Les Miserables on display for the first time at Stitch, Sew & Hobbycrafts.

* Prepare to be amazed by the collection of Big Books from Devon-based textile enthusiast...

The Toy Train and Collectors Fair

Event Date: 
01/09/2013 - 10:30am to 3:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

Visit the Toy Train and Collectors Fair - a new show coming to Westpoint!!

Catering for all collectors, walk, browse and look for those elusive and hard to find models - the list is endless: Dinky, Corgi, Minichamps, Hornby Bassett Lowke, Meccano, Spot-On, Marklin, Scalextric, EFE, Actionman, Dolls,Teddies .......and much more all under one roof!

Opening Times:

Sunday 1st September: 10.30am - 3pm

Admission:

Adults: £3.50

Children: under 15 years - Free of Charge with an accompanying adult

For more information:

Tel: 01373...

Dolls House and Miniatures Fair at Westpoint

Event Date: 
18/08/2013 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena, Exeter

Experience the exquisite world of Dolls House Miniatures at our public fair where you will find exhibitions, displays and demonstrations by some of the leading crafts people in this field.

A range of stands will be exhibiting everything from charming miniature figures and delightful dolls houses to every imaginable accessory and item of furniture.

Whether a keen miniaturist collector or enthusiast, or someone just wanting to visit for casual interest, you can be assured of a warm welcome.

Opening Times:

10am to 4pm

Admission:

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Independent office studio company 'comes of age'

Authored by Glen King PR
Posted: Fri, 10/26/2012 - 12:22pm

Established in 1991 and boasting one of the most comprehensive ranges of bespoke sectional buildings in the South West, independent Devon company John Shields Woodwork based near Okehampton, celebrates its 21st anniversary with a new corporate brand.

Working in the community, domestic and commercial markets; blue-chip clients include The National Trust and RNLI. The new company brand was created to reflect the three main areas of the business; ‘Shields Buildings’, ‘Shields Studios’ and ‘Shields Commercial’.

John Shields, Shields Buildings says: “We have...