We love featuring books written by Westcountry authors and with Westcountry settings. So we were thrilled to discover Devon author Mich Kenney’s, Book of Fire
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RAMM Lates: a night at Exeter’s Museum
Last Friday, Exeter’s RAMM museum hosted the first RAMM Lates. It was an evening of music, performance, storytelling and culture and we were thrilled to
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Westcountry Wasps: Devon & Cornwall’s inclusive rugby team
We’re no strangers to muddy boots at Westcountry Weekender, but it’s been a little while since we ran around a rugby pitch. Thankfully we’re in
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Exeter live music: The East Pointers
In June Canadian folk group The East Pointers brought their distinctive sound to the Exeter live music scene. We’re not total newcomers to Canadian Folk music.
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Exeter Pride – an LGBTQ+ celebration
A major date in our calendar every year is Exeter Pride. It’s one of the first Pride celebrations to take place across the UK each
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Powderham Castle: secret rooms and stunning views
Powderham Castle occupies a beautiful spot on the banks of the River Exe near Exeter. It’s a stunning setting and it’s no wonder it’s such
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The Big Easter Weekender: comedy, beer, theatre, walks & more in Devon this Easter!
The Easter Bank Holiday is just around the corner and for many of us that means an extra-long weekend off work and a chance to
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Joe Lycett at the Exeter Corn Exchange
As part of a national tour, Joe Lycett came to Exeter recently to perform at the Corn Exchange. Titled ‘I’m about to lose control and I think
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Poltimore House: A gothic experience minutes from Exeter
We visited Poltimore House as part of the annual Heritage Open Days scheme. Every September historic and cultural venues across England open their doors to the
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Hunter and the Bear at Exeter Phoenix
We saw Hunter and the Bear at the Exeter Phoenix. It’s one of our go-to places for local gigs. It always feels like a really nice
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The Exe Estuary Trail: a walking pub-crawl of Exeter’s canal paths
When spring and summer finally roll around the temptation can be to head straight to the beach or the moor. But summer fun can be
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