A Devon zoo and aquarium has had an unusual spring birth – two baby stingrays.
The bluespotted ribbontail rays - one male and one female - were born on Sunday 17 March at Living Coasts, in Torquay.
Clare Rugg, Living Coasts Operations Manager, said: “The female was getting bigger and bigger and we saw some movement inside her. We have been looking expectantly in the tank each morning for the last five weeks!
“Twins are not unusual – it’s thought that they can have up to five pups per litter. The babies are perfect miniatures of the parents – but they do have their...
Scientists from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and the University of Reading are asking anyone interested in gardens and gardening, whether allotment holders or those who enjoy visiting gardens, to take part in a unique survey designed to improve understanding of how climate change may affect gardens and green spaces in the future.
The information gathered will enable the RHS to gain valuable insights into gardeners’ awareness and expectations of climate change, in the light of the recent bitterly cold winters, record rainfall levels, floods, and severe droughts.
Dave Ewers believes the final three games of this season’s Aviva Premiership represent a “massive challenge” to the Exeter Chiefs as they look to seal a place amongst the division’s top six sides. With important clashes against London Irish (home), London Wasps (away) and Gloucester (home) remaining for the Devon club, Ewers knows the battle for Heineken Cup qualification next season is set to go to right to the wire. However, buoyed by Saturday’s late 24-18 victory over Worcester Warriors at Sixways, Rob Baxter’s side have certainly positioned themselves nicely for the top flight’s final...
Following the official opening, which took place last weekend, award-winning house builder Redrow is delighted to declare its new Exeter development, The Harrington’s, now open.
Attendees to the event decorated Easter cupcakes in the kitchen of one of the showhomes with Bridget of The Cupcake Lady and were served refreshments by local business owner Matthew Whittaker with his BikeCaffe Quad.
The Harrington’s is located in a beautiful part of the country on Harrington Lane, Exeter. The homes have been designed for the dynamics of family life and in phase one are priced...
The first phase of a £7m development of Exeter's landmark former city hospital was officially launched during a series of exclusive preview events of Dean Clarke Lofts, Exeter’s newest and most exclusive accommodation for students and professionals-in-training.
Held over two days, guests were invited to a sneak-preview of the two recently completed show apartments with attendees then enjoying hospitality at Southernhay House or at the Magdalen Chapter Hotel.
Mark Edworthy, managing director of Dean Clarke Estate Ltd, comments: “We are really pleased to have officially...
Marsh Barton Security Services celebrates 30 years of trading next month and new owner Marcus Di-Vincenzo takes stock of how far security has actually come from when it was first required back in the middle ages.
Until the 1980s, the term Watchmen was more commonly applied to the function known as security, a usage dating back to at least 1233 when the Ordinance applied the need for such a service. This term was carried over to North America where it was interchangeable with night-watchman until both terms were replaced with the modern security-based titles. Security guards are...
Leading Exeter new and used car dealership, Vospers, has added to its award-winning online presence with the launch of a blog. The blog will feature advice guides, reviews and interviews with famous names in motoring.
The company secured an interview with stunt driver, Terry Grant, holder of 19 world record driving stunts to date, to launch the site. The initiative is part of Vospers’ ongoing dedication to ensuring that the customer experience is as outstanding online as it is in their showroom.
Managing Director Nick Vosper explains; “Vospers recognises that the customer...
During National Gardening Week (15-21 April), RHS Garden Rosemoor in Great Torrington, will host a packed schedule of events to share a passion for plants and get gardeners growing. From family-friendly planting, to inspiring the first steps towards a new career, there are activities for gardeners of all ages and abilities to enjoy.
Launched by the RHS in 2012, National Gardening Week brings together thousands of people across the country to help keep Britain beautiful by sharing and celebrating everything about gardens and gardening.
A special service to commission ten Melanesian missionaries takes place in Exeter Cathedral this weekend at the start of a week long Devon-based mission. The Mission group will also be involved with Holy Ground at Exeter Cathedral on Sunday 14 April at 7.00pm. All are welcome to attend both services.
The Brothers and Sisters from the Melanesian Brotherhood are visiting to hold a 'Simply Living' mission in Plymouth. They will be based at Christ Church, Estover from 7 to 14 April and will show how by 'simply living' out the Christian message we can care for God's world, make peace,...
Paignton Zoo in Devon has built a zip-line for its tigers.
Keepers at the park – a registered charity – have devised the thrill ride with help from woodland adventure company Treesurfers.
In fact, it is the big cats’ lunch that will ride the zip-line – all the tigers have to do is catch it.
Senior Head Keeper of Mammals Matthew Webb explained: “We have used things such as hanging bags in the past to encourage them to get a bit more physical. Now we have the zip line, down which we can send meat for the tigers to chase and jump at.
