When the Covid-19 pandemic hit lots of entrepreneurs left Exeter and other big cities to live in the countryside. For some, this was because they wanted temporary respite as the pandemic swept through densely populated areas. For others, their reason was not linked to the pandemic at all. Here are the four reasons why.
Better commuter links
Exeter St. Davids Railway Station has direct train links to London Paddington and London Waterloo through train operators South West Trains and Great Western Railway. You can cover the 170-mile journey in just two hours and 10 minutes...
RGB Building Supplies' Well Built Builder's Bum 2022 calendar is now on sale to raise vital funds for the builders merchant's chosen charities, Devon Mind, Cornwall Mind and Mind in Somerset.
RGB invited tradespeople to put themselves forward to be included in the calendar and be photographed whilst doing their job, but with a little bit of their bottom on display.
In addition to builders, carpenters, forklift drivers, and plumbing specialists, RGB's sponsored Exeter Chiefs' players Dave Ewers, Frankie Nowell, Sean O'Brien and Facundo Cordero also took part to show...
The UK tour of Sheila’s Island will star Olivier Award winner Sara Crowe ( Private Lives , Aldwych Theatre; Calendar Girls the Musical , UK Tour and West End; Four Weddings and a Funeral ), Eastern Eye Award winner Rina Fatania ( Waking/Walking , Kiln Theatre; Dead Dog in a Suitcase , UK and International tour), Judy Flynn ( The Brittas Empire , BBC; Dinnerladies , BBC), and Abigail Thaw ( Endeavour , ITV).
The show will begin its tour at the Northcott Theatre in Exeter from the 22nd – 26th February 2022 .
Rooted in the everyday lives of four women finding themselves...
André Rieu, Cliff Richard and Sutton Foster take centre stage at the home of Big Screen Entertainment, as a selection of musicals, orchestras and concerts fill Vue with music in the coming weeks.
For those who were unable to attend the most fabulous big screen party of the year, another special encore screening of Sir Cliff Richard’s live Royal Albert Hall performance: Cliff Richard: The Great 80 Tour, will be screening at Vue on Tuesday 16 November and Wednesday 17 November. Fans who missed out have another chance to catch Sir Cliff’s most exciting tour yet as he plays a...
People in Devon have been thanked for taking up their invitation to have a booster Covid-19 dose.
Walk-in clinics have been very busy and extra appointments are being offered, where possible, to meet demand.
During peak demand, people who have booked appointments may be given priority and walk in clinics may be paused temporarily to maintain safe numbers and social distancing.
People are being asked to book, if possible, and come prepared for a wait.
NHS Devon’s Chief Nurse, Darryn Allcorn said: “I want to thank everyone who has booked or had their...
The FORCE Christmas tree in Princesshay will be trimmed with especially eco-friendly decorations this year.
A group of patients who have been supported by FORCE came together at the charity’s Support and Information Centre to create a wonderful array of decorations from recycled materials.
They are ready in time for the big switch-on of Christmas trees representing a host of local charities this Thursday (November 18).
The project was co-ordinated by Rachel Stewart, who makes bespoke jewellery from upcycled materials.
Nature Valley Gone Wild, the ultimate fun family festival, will return to Powderham Castle in Devon in August 2022.
Created in partnership with Bear Grylls, the festival promises experiences families will never forget including the chance to dance to live music including The Script, All Saints and Sophie Ellis-Bextor, see famous explorers such as Sir Ranulph Fiennes and take part in many exciting outdoor activities.
The festival, sponsored by Nature Valley, raises money for RMA - The Royal Marines Charity, proudly supporting serving and former Royal Marines and their...
Three-day weekly market launches in Sidwell Street
Eastgate Market, a brand-new street market for Exeter city centre, is launching on Friday 19th November. The event, running from 2pm – 8pm will see live music, street performers, makers, crafters, and traders in a real celebration of Sidwell and Paris Street.
Following the launch market, Eastgate Market will operate year-round every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 2pm – 8pm and take place on Sidwell Street.
Lottie Stanley, InExeter’s Markets Manager says “We’re thrilled to bring Eastgate Market to Sidwell Street as...
One of the country’s leading family law firms is conducting a survey to find out how farmers keep their relationships alive within their high pressured, hectic lifestyle.
The Family Law Company, who specialise solely in family legal matters are based in the South West and have offices in Cornwall, Devon and Somerset, are encouraging farmers and those involved in the industry to get involved in the survey.
The short online survey aims to understand the current pressures affecting the agricultural industry and the impact, if any, that they have on the relationships of...
