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Exeter's first-ever vegetarian restaurant is for sale
Exeter’s first vegetarian restaurant, Herbies, is on the market for the first time in 25 years because its owners are retiring. Photo: Alexandr Podvalny

Meat-free mecca Exeter vegetarian restaurant Herbies for sale

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Exeter’s first ever veggie restaurant is for sale for the first time in 25 years because its owners are retiring Exeter’s first vegetarian restaurant is on the market for the first time in 25 years because its owners are retiring. Herbies, in North Street, is the only dedicated vegetarian licensed eatery in the city, and offers are invited in the region of £115,000 for its leasehold. Alongside the thriving restaurant the sale also includes a three-bedroom family home and private roof terrace, above Herbies. Property agent Stonesmith said the restaurant has been owned by a husband and wife team for…

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A photo of damage to Exeter trees in Well Oak Park
Damage to a tree in Well Oak Park, Exeter. Picture: Exeter City Council.

Anger as vandals target trees in Exeter park

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A spate of criminal damage to trees in an Exeter park has prompted a plea for information. Vandals have deliberately stripped four lime trees and a pine of bark at Well Oak Park – near to the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital – with a handsaw and hatchet. The fact that this has been done amid a backdrop of the country losing hundreds of thousands of trees through ash dieback makes this even more frustratingExeter City Council has urged anyone who knows anything about the damage to contact police. Councillor David Harvey, lead for environment and city management, said: “The…

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A photo to demonstrate carbon neutral Exeter: electric vehicles at the Civic Centre with Councillor Rachel Sutton looking on. Picture: Exeter City Council
Carbon neutral Exeter: electric vehicles at the Civic Centre with Councillor Rachel Sutton looking on. Picture: Exeter City Council

Bid to make Exeter carbon neutral by 2030

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‘Bold and ambitious’ plans to make Exeter carbon neutral by 2030 have been unveiled. Reducing congestion and encouraging zero-emission vehicles, walking, cycling and public transport use are key to achieving the target, according to a report set to go before civic leaders. Exeter City Futures, an organisation bringing together local government, the private sector and communities to tackle transport and energy challenges facing the city, is behind the vision.  We as a city have a duty to act quickly, effectively and most importantly collaboratively to decarbonise and play its role in addressing the global challenge of climate change…Its report and…

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A photo of Exeter City Council leader Phil Bialyk at the Northbrook Approach Golf Course. Picture: Exeter City Council
Exeter City Council leader Phil Bialyk at the Northbrook Approach Golf Course. Picture: Exeter City Council

‘No plans’ to sell off popular Exeter public green space for housing

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A popular open green space in the centre of Exeter is safe from being sold off for housing, according to the new leader of the city council.    We recognise that the Northbrook area is an open green space valued by all of us in our city, and, should the council ever need to consider alternative uses for any of this site, we will consult in detail with local residents well in advance…Fears had been raised for Northbrook Approach Golf Course, off Topsham Road, during a recent consultation over future building and potential sites. Councillor Phil Bialyk has today announced…

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A photo of Park Yoga in Exeter at Heavitree Pleasure Ground.
Park Yoga in Exeter at Heavitree Pleasure Ground.

Free Park Yoga sessions in Exeter

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Park Yoga has come to Exeter for the first time – with free sessions for all ages and abilities taking place at Heavitree Pleasure Ground. Organisers have decided to expand to the city this summer after enjoying success in other places across the South West. Free classes will take place on Sundays from 10am to 11am until September 1. The first took place today (Sunday, June 2). The sessions are idea for anyone looking to experience yoga for the first time, try a new class or just enjoy practising in natural surroundings. Local instructor Tina Jeffery, who will be leading…

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A photo of Exeter City Guides
Exeter Red Coat Guides are a familiar sight in the city. Picture: Exeter City Council

Royal recognition for Exeter’s much-loved volunteer Red Coat tour guides

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Much-loved Exeter Red Coat Guides have received royal recognition with a Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. The tireless group, whose guided tours are enjoyed by thousands of visitors to the city each year, were today (June 2) announced as recipients of the honour. It is the highest accolade a voluntary group can receive in the UK. The Red Coats offer free guided walking tours, giving visitors a perfect way to explore the city and get to know its history. Councillor Rachel Sutton, lead for climate and culture on Exeter City Council, congratulated the Red Coats and said: “I am delighted…

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A photo showing how there will be plenty of colourful and fun foam-filled scenes like this when Bubble Rush comes to Exeter in June. Picture: Bubble Rush
There will be plenty of colourful and fun foam-filled scenes like this when Bubble Rush comes to Exeter in June. Picture: Bubble Rush

Frothy fun for a fantastic cause! Bubble Rush is coming to Exeter for the first time

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Family-friendly 5k run with coloured bubbles will raise funds for Exmouth-based suicide bereavement support charity Pete’s Dragons A foam-filled 5k fun run where participants are bombarded by colourful bubbles is coming to Exeter for the first time. Bubble Rush will bring its frothy, family-friendly festivities to Exeter Racecourse on Saturday, June 29, and fundraisers can boost a fantastic cause. Exmouth-based Pete’s Dragons, which helps hundreds of suicide bereaved families across Devon, will benefit from sponsorship cash netted by those who brave the bubbles. We encourage everyone who wants to have a fabulous family, work or group day out and experience…

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An artist's impression of how East Gate might look in 20 years as part of the Liveable Exeter scheme. The project is looking to create 12,000 new homes in Exeter. Picture: Exeter City Council
How East Gate might look in 20 years as part of the Liveable Exeter scheme. The project is looking to create 12,000 new homes in Exeter. Picture: Exeter City Council

Vision for 12,000 new homes in Exeter handed fast-track boost by government

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Liveable Exeter scheme, which aims to build more than 12,000 ‘much-needed’ homes in the next 20 years, gets cash boost from Whitehall A vision to create more than 12,000 new homes in Exeter over the next 20 years has been given a fast-track funding boost by the Government. Whitehall chiefs have announced that the city’s transformational housing programme Liveable Exeter will receive cash to help speed up development. Councils and groups from around the country submitted more than 100 ambitious proposals. Those successful, including Exeter, are receiving initial funding to help create vibrant, thriving settlements where people can live, work…

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An artist's impression of the new Exeter Bus Station. Picture from Exeter City Council.
An artist's impression of the new Exeter Bus Station. Picture from Exeter City Council.

Operator sought for new Exeter Bus Station

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Firms invited to express interest in overseeing repairs and maintenance at multi-million-pound city centre facility due to open in 2021 A tendering process to secure an operator for the new Exeter Bus Station is set to be launched. The new Exeter Bus Station is due to open in 2021. It will include covered waiting and boarding areas and high-quality facilitiesFour firms have previously expressed an interest in taking charge of repairs and maintenance at the multi-million-pound facility, according to the city council. Potential operators will be invited to submit expressions of interest in June. Tenders will be evaluated between July…

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Photos of The Splash Pad water park at St Thomas Pleasure Ground and the paddling pools at Heavitree Pleasure Ground in Exeter. Pictures: Exeter City Council
The Splash Pad water park at St Thomas Pleasure Ground and the paddling pools at Heavitree Pleasure Ground in Exeter. Pictures: Exeter City Council

Summer splashdown! Fun water parks open in Exeter

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The Splash Pad at St Thomas Pleasure Ground and paddling pools at Heavitree Pleasure Ground open for the summer Fun water parks are sure to make a big splash with youngsters in Exeter this summer. Kids can stay cool at a pair of attractions thanks to the city council – and all that’s needed now is some scorching weather. All that’s needed now is a good spell of sunny weather like last summer…The Splash Pad at St Thomas Pleasure Ground opened on May 17. Paddling pools at Heavitree Pleasure Ground opened on may 18. Both Exeter water parks will be open…

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