Things to do in the May half-term in East Devon
With half-term coinciding with the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, there are a lot of things to do in East Devon this year. Alongside picnics and events to mark the Queen’s 70 years on the throne, there are a number of activities to keep your family occupied over the next week. The weather is improving and the […]
How to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee in East Devon
With the bank holiday weekend only a few weeks away here are a few events to help you celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in East Devon. There’s a mix of ticketed and free events and activities for all ages. Many take place over the four days from 2-5 June while others have specific events running […]
Budleigh Music Festival: 8-16 July 2022
Classical music is once again returning to Budleigh this summer with a mix of internationally acclaimed performers and young musicians. The Budleigh Music Festival runs between 8-16 July 2022 with lunchtime and evening concerts in St Peter’s Church. Organisers promise a host of spectacular music across many genres and played by musicians from diverse backgrounds. […]
Sidmouth International Jazz & Blues Festival: 2-5 June 2022
Jazz and Blues are coming to Sidmouth this June with the inaugural International Jazz & Blues Festival. Brought to you by the team behind the Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival and other high-profile live events it aims to celebrate the return of live music through a mix of ticketed concerts with acclaimed artists and […]
Easter holidays with the kids in East Devon
The Easter holidays are almost upon us. If you’re coming for the day or planning a longer break here are a number of activities you can do with you and your family. As always do check with individual companies and organisations before you leave home to avoid disappointment. Many events do require booking. Things to […]
Dining out on Mother’s Day in East Devon
If you’re looking for places to treat your mum this Mother’s Day we’ve plenty of options to choose from in East Devon. If you’re planning the perfect Mother’s Day, food will undoubtedly feature whether it’s a brunch, Sunday roast, or afternoon tea. Many East Devon Excellence members offer meals with locally sourced produce, using seasonal […]
Things to do in Exeter
The city of Exeter offers the best of all worlds. There’s the urban environment, with plenty of green spaces amongst all the houses and buildings, it’s close to the countryside and the sea is nearby. As a result, there are plenty of things to do in Exeter whether you’re coming for the day, have booked […]
Taste East Devon returns in September
Following a successful inaugural event last year the Taste East Devon food and drink festival will return this September. In 2022 the festival has been extended into a 16-day event. And again different activities will take place across numerous venues in the area, between 3 and 18 September. Award-winning venues, producers, chefs and restaurants across […]
What to do with the kids in East Devon: February half-term
The February 2022 half-term is almost upon us. Here are a few suggestions if you’re planning a mini-break to East Devon or if you live locally and are looking for something to do with the kids. As always do check with the individual business and organisation’s website to confirm opening times, booking options, and availability. […]
10 museums & galleries to check out in East Devon
East Devon has some beautiful landscapes and coastlines to enjoy. But it does sometimes rain and spending hours outside is not an option. However, there are plenty of cultural activities to enjoy in the region with a host of museums and art galleries. And many are free to enter. There’s a mixture of permanent collections […]