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Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained this half term? ☀️🎨🎮

There’s loads happening across Exeter this May, from free retro gaming at @guildhallshopanddine to a wild animal trail at @princesshayexeter 🦁 Plus family crafts, workshops and hands-on activities at @rammuseum and @exeterphoenix all week long.

Find out what’s on and start planning your half term fun with @visitexeter

Good news for the bank holiday weekend - St Thomas Splashpad is open again!

It’s open daily from 10am to 7pm at St Thomas Pleasure Ground, with plenty of water jets and colourful play space to help little ones cool off.

Heavitree paddling pools are slightly delayed, but updates will follow soon. Thanks for your patience.

Warm weather is on the way for the Bank Holiday weekend.

Enjoy the sunshine, but take care - especially if you’re heading to the coast. Check the forecast, use SPF 30+, stay in the shade between 11am and 3pm, and keep children well protected.

Have a lovely, safe long weekend Exeter 💛

Exeter’s Council Leader, Cllr Phil Bialyk has welcomed nine new councillors following the local elections and set out priorities for the year ahead.

Key focuses include protecting frontline services, preparing for future local government changes and supporting consultations on the city centre and culture.

Read his full column our news site. Link in bio...

Exeter has a new Lord Mayor.

Cllr Gemma Rolstone has officially taken on the role, with Cllr Lucy Haigh elected as Deputy Lord Mayor.

Gemma, who represents Topsham, will spend her year in office raising funds for @babybanknetworkexeter - a charity close to her heart that supports local families with essentials like nappies, clothing and practical help. 💛

Tributes were also paid to outgoing Lord Mayor Cllr Anne Jobson for her service to the city over the past year.

A new free festival is coming to Exeter Quay!

The Sustainable Seas Festival takes place on Saturday 20 June, 11am–5pm at East Quay, by Exeter Canal Basin.

Expect historic vessels, maritime crafts, talks, films, music, Get Afloat activities, a farmers’ market, and more - all celebrating cleaner seas and waterways.

A lovely family day out by the water.

To find out more visit exetercustomhouse.co.uk/event/sustainable-seas/

Exeter is gearing up for the return of June Boom, with an array of events throughout the month to display the city’s diverse range of culture and creativity.

Now in its second year, this month-long celebration of events, arts, culture and entertainment is an initiative created by InExeter, Exeter Culture and Visit Exeter.

Over 200 events have now been announced including Exeter Comedy Festival, Exeter City of Literature Book Market, Exeter Respect Festival, Art Work Exeter ‘Custom Made’, Reclaim Festival and many more.

Exeter’s first City Nature Challenge has been hailed a success, with more than 1,500 observations of 507 species recorded.

Organisers say 89 of the species identified during the weekend had not previously been recorded in Exeter.

Highlights included the shelled slug - a surprisingly yellow creature rarely seen because it lives underground eating earthworms - and linnets.

People from across Exeter took part in the City Nature Challenge over the weekend of 24 to 27 April. Twenty-two free events were organised, giving nature enthusiasts the chance to go on a bat walk or try moth trapping or pond dipping.

The event was organised by the University of Exeter in partnership with the City Council and other partners, including the National Trust, Devon Wildlife Trust, Devon Bat Group, Exeter City Council, Devon Wildlife Consultants, Ecological Training UK, Friends of Hoopern Valley, the South West Lichen Society and the Met Office.

Organisers say that 75% of the records from the weekend are ‘research grade’, meaning they will be added to international and national biodiversity recording databases and can be used by researchers and conservationists to understand and protect wildlife.

Started in 2016 as a friendly competition between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the City Nature Challenge has grown into one of the biggest scientific events in the world, motivating people to find and document wildlife in their own cities.

Last month’s global event saw 754 cities from 61 countries take part across six continents, with more than 76,000 species recorded and over 100,000 people participating.

Exeter residents are being invited to help shape two important new strategies for the city 🎭🏙️

The Council is asking for views on the new Cultural Strategy and City Centre Strategy, covering everything from arts and heritage to shops, safety and the future of the city centre.

If you live, work or visit Exeter, now’s your chance to have your say. The consultations are open until 29 June on Engage Exeter, with paper copies also available at the Civic Centre.

Visit our news site to find out more. Link in bio...

Exeter residents are being encouraged to step outside and enjoy the city’s green spaces and natural surroundings this May.

Active Devon is spearheading a campaign ‘Naturally Healthy May’ which urges people to enjoy the natural beauty that the local area has to offer.

Whether it’s a bike ride through the countryside, a leisurely walk, or just a picnic in the local park, there is a way for everyone to get into nature in Exeter without leaving the city.

Agatha Christie’s iconic Devon holiday home will welcome writers from across the globe this autumn as part of an exciting new residency programme from Exeter UNESCO City of Literature.

Dr. Manjiri Prabhu of India, Judith Rossell from Australia and Aining Wen of China were selected from 49 applicants across the world for the inaugural ‘Greenway Residency’.

The residencies will run simultaneously from 25 September to 16 October 2026, encouraging collaboration and creative exchange between the writers.

Agatha Christie’s iconic Devon holiday home will welcome writers from across the globe this autumn as part of an exciting new residency programme from Exeter UNESCO City of Literature.

Dr. Manjiri Prabhu of India, Judith Rossell from Australia and Aining Wen of China were selected from 49 applicants across the world for the inaugural ‘Greenway Residency’.

The residencies will run simultaneously from 25 September to 16 October 2026, encouraging collaboration and creative exchange between the writers.

Agatha Christie’s iconic Devon holiday home will welcome writers from across the globe this autumn as part of an exciting new residency programme from Exeter UNESCO City of Literature.

Dr. Manjiri Prabhu of India, Judith Rossell from Australia and Aining Wen of China were selected from 49 applicants across the world for the inaugural ‘Greenway Residency’.

The residencies will run simultaneously from 25 September to 16 October 2026, encouraging collaboration and creative exchange between the writers.

Exeter’s Fore Street Flea returns on Sunday 17 May, bringing its much-loved eclectic mix of market stalls, live entertainment and food and drink to the heart of the city.

Now celebrating its landmark 10th year, the iconic local market will transform Fore Street from 12–4pm with a vibrant atmosphere and plenty to explore.

From retro fashion and vinyl records to unique furniture, handmade finds, and sweet treats, there’s something for everyone at this bustling city-centre market.