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Exeter's annual charity fireworks event returns

Devon Air Ambulance is delighted that Exeter Round Table has chosen to continue supporting the charity with this popular event for 2024.

The event takes place at Westpoint Arena this Saturday, 2nd November.

The display, performed once more by British champions, Sonic, will be synchronised to music from across the iconic Disney catalogue and is hosted by Radio Exe. This firework extravaganza promises a fun Saturday evening for the whole family with funfair rides, various catering outlets, and licensed bars.

Lottie Clark, Community and Events Manager at Devon Air...

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Isca Ensemble South West present a special concert for Hospiscare

The very popular Isca Ensemble South West will be presenting a very special concert in Exeter Cathedral on Saturday 19th October at 7.30pm.

This fine orchestra conducted by Roger Hendy comprising of leading players from the Southwest, continues to receive high critical acclaim for its performances which feature International soloists.

Roger has been a leading conductor of orchestras in the Southwest, France and Germany for many years.

On this occasion, the orchestra will be joined by the renowned international cellist Kacper Nowak from Poland who will be...

NED boulting's marginal mystery tour coming to Exeter this November

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/01/2024 - 8:15pm

1 October 2024 : Ned Boulting, ITV’s lead Tour de France commentator, will be performing at Exeter Northcott Theatre with his brand-new one-man stage show, Ned Boulting’s Marginal Mystery Tour: 1923 And All That, on Wednesday 13 November .

In his latest celebration of the greatest race on earth, Ned delves into the hidden mysteries of a mysterious roll of film from the 1923 Tour de France that fell into his possession during the Covid pandemic and inspired his bestselling book "1923!”

Part detective story, part murder mystery, part costume drama and part French farce....

Ocean Film Festival World Tour splashes into Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/09/2024 - 9:32pm

Dive into a night of ocean adventure!

The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing a new collection of thrilling ocean-themed films to venues around the UK this autumn - including Exeter Corn Exchange on 25 September and 19 November.

The Ocean Film Festival is a celebration of the planet’s oceans, with wild seafaring voyages and fascinating marine-life – up on the big screen!

“The Ocean Film Festival Tour is a platform for storytelling that brings the beauty, challenges and importance of our oceans to audiences around the world,” says festival founder and CEO...

Rick Stein and Russell Watson among the celebrities appearing at East Devon festivals

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 08/29/2024 - 2:59pm

South West residents get ready for a spectacular trio of festivals

As the busy school holiday season winds down, East Devon is gearing up to offer visitors and locals alike an indulgent escape with a trio of exceptional festivals this September.

The Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival, Taste East Devon Festival, and Sidmouth & East Devon Walking Festival are organised, and supported, by a diverse range of dedicated local partners and sponsors, whose collaboration has been essential in bringing these events to life.

Festival goers can look forward to a feast...

Lord Mayor of Exeter to attend local summer family fun day

The summer holidays are slowly coming to an end, however there are still plenty of fun-filled events and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Radis Community Care’s Exeter-based extra care housing service, Edward’s Court, is welcoming the local community to its August summer fete and will take place on Saturday 31st August between 1pm-4pm, with the Lord Mayor of Exeter also in attendance.

Providing a day of fun and entertainment for the local community whilst raising money for Edward’s Court’s resident’s activity fund, the summer fete promises to be the ultimate...

Gone Wild Festival announces fifth anniversary event, following hugely successful festival at Powderham

Following a hugely successful Gone Wild Devon Festival in 2024, TV adventurer Bear Grylls has announced that the UK’s leading family adventure festival will return for its fifth anniversary at Powderham in 2025, running from Thursday 21st to Sunday 24th August, coinciding with the Bank Holiday weekend.

Tickets, which include an under-18s go free early-bird offer, are now on sale with a monthly payment plan option available to help spread the cost across the year.

The festival, which is setting new benchmarks for family adventure experiences, crams four days of action-packed...

Devon-based contemporary circus theatre company announce first shows

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 08/25/2024 - 11:48pm

New North Devon-based contemporary circus theatre company Kook Ensemble has announced its first two shows: premiering in Devon and touring, Filibuster, is a solo show created with and performed by gentleman juggler Tom Gaskin and inspired by silent movie physicality.

The show premieres and plays several venues in Devon, and tours to venues including Jackson’s Lane in London. It will be followed in 2025 by Sand, a show about coastal erosion and dementia. Kook Ensemble, which aims to create character-driven circus theatre, was founded to by Michaela O’Connor and Sean Kempton, two...

Mastering the Art of Strategy: Top Online Games to Test Your Skills

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 08/23/2024 - 10:30pm

Strategic thinking is a skill that requires continuous development and practice. Online games offer a convenient way to sharpen this ability, combining entertainment with mental exercise. For those looking to challenge their strategic capabilities, several online games provide the perfect environment to do so. Whether you’re a seasoned strategist or just starting, these games will offer the right mix of challenge and engagement.

Exploring the best online games to test your strategic thinking, this guide covers everything from classic board games to complex simulations. Each of...

New play from RedCape Theatre comes to Barnfield Theatre

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/23/2024 - 10:17pm

Part Victorian thriller, part contemporary tale of friendship and rebellion, RedCape Theatre’s new time-travelling, genre-busting show The Luminous will go on a UK tour this autumn. Delving into tales of old, the show employs the company’s trademark blend of physical theatre, dark comedy and gripping storytelling to explore the power of narratives to penetrate the present and forge unexpected connections.

Set in a modern-day book club, the action follows the course of one evening as three women discuss their chosen book - a schlocky melodrama set in Victorian London called...

The History of Roulette and Why it’s So Popular

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Mon, 08/19/2024 - 6:10am

As one of the most famous and iconic casino games the world over, roulette is instantly recognizable to both hardcore enthusiasts and novices alike. The name is derived from a French word that means “little wheel”. That makes for an apt description since, as we all know by now, it’s a game that consists of a wheel, a little ball, and a famous red and black numbered layout.

Now, among both European and American versions of the game, there are literally hundreds of variations of it available to play via online roulette sites. With a massive variety of ways to play the game...

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