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We're hiring. Here's our current list of vacancies. You can apply at exeter.gov.uk/jobs

Current Vacancies:

Benefits Assessment Officer
Finance Technician
Health and Safety Officer
Health and Safety Manager
Engineer (Harbour & Waterways)
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November 14, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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Some of Exeter’s youngest residents have been sharing their hopes for a greener future - and they’ve made it a work of art! 🎨💚

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/schoolchildr...
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November 14, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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This weekend, a special exhibition at Exeter Historic Guildhall tells the story of the 307 Squadron Project, who defended our city during WWII.

Night Fighters of Exeter is on Friday & Saturday (14–15 Nov), 10am–4pm - and it’s free to visit.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/exhibition-h...
Historical promotional graphic featuring a black-and-white photo of several Polish WWII airmen from 307 Squadron standing in front of a night fighter aircraft, likely a Bristol Beaufighter, marked with the Polish Air Force insignia. The background is a dark blue gradient with a silhouette of the aircraft above. Text on the left reads: "Night Fighters of Exeter / Nocni Myśliwcy z Exeter – The Story of 307 Squadron / Historia Dywizjonu 307."
November 13, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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Love the Exeter Green Circle or just discovering it? 🌿

We’d love your thoughts. Take a short survey about Exeter’s 12-mile walking route and you could win a £20 InExeter voucher - we’ve got ten to give away.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/give-your-fe...
A leaf-strewn woodland path lined with tall trees in autumn colours, with golden and brown leaves carpeting the ground and overhanging branches forming a natural tunnel. A wide grassy field bordered by dense trees in early autumn, under a cloudy orange-tinged sky at sunset.
November 11, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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Topsham Ferry is now closed for the winter - but it’ll be back for a short festive run from Boxing Day to New Year’s Day (weather permitting).

Big thanks to everyone who hopped aboard this year.

The full service is set to return just before Easter 2026.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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The first residents have moved into The Gardens in Whipton – a brand-new collection of ultra-low energy council homes built to the Passivhaus standard 🌿🏡

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/first-reside...
Two women in the foreground, both smiling. Behind them, an older woman and man look on, also smiling. The group appears to be mid-conversation in a welcoming, residential setting. Four adults sit closely on a mustard-yellow sofa in a warmly lit room, smiling for the camera. A white coffee table in front holds mugs, remote controls, a notebook, and a letter. The atmosphere feels relaxed and homely.
November 10, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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Are you a landlord in Exeter with an empty property?

The Housing Access Together (HAT) scheme is here to help - offering a free, hassle-free way to find a good tenant.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/landlords-do...
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November 6, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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🎄 Christmas is coming to Exeter! 🎄

There’s loads happening around the city to get you feeling festive: news.exeter.gov.uk/festive-fun-...
Illustrated promotional graphic for "Christmas in Exeter." The scene features a snowy landscape with a large Christmas tree on the left and a glowing golden bauble in the center, where a couple stands inside, holding hands. On the right, colorful, stylized buildings represent Exeter’s architecture, including timber-framed and modern structures. Snowflakes fall against a dark blue sky. Logos for "In Exeter," "Visit Exeter," "Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market," "Guildhall Exeter," and "Princesshay Exeter" are displayed along the bottom.
November 5, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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Panto season is nearly here – and we've got a magical giveaway!

One lucky family will win tickets to The Wizard of Oz at Exeter Corn Exchange, running 13 Dec–1 Jan. Expect laughs, songs, and festive fun for all ages 🌈🎶

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/chance-to-wi...
November 5, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Exeter will come together this Sunday to remember those who gave their lives in service. A special Remembrance event will take place at the War Memorial in Northernhay Gardens, starting from 10am.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-to-ho...
A close-up of a red poppy wreath resting against a stone memorial. The center of the wreath features the Sea Cadet Corps emblem with the motto "Ready Aye Ready." A uniformed bugler stands on grass, playing a silver bugle during a remembrance ceremony. He wears a black ceremonial uniform with medals, shoulder cords, and a feathered hat. Blurred spectators are visible in the foreground.
November 4, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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Scam warning for Exeter residents 🚨

An elderly couple in Pennsylvania were nearly tricked out of thousands by a fake drainage company claiming to work for the Council. Thankfully, a relative stepped in just in time.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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Step into Christmashay! 🎁

Princesshay’s Christmas Market is back from 14 Nov with 25+ festive stalls, street food, the Mistletoe bar, and more—right in the heart of the city. 🎅✨

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/princesshay-...
Two street performers in silver futuristic costumes play glowing drums in front of a crowd, surrounded by mist and golden holiday lights. Santa Claus and a smiling young girl in red coats ring bells together under twinkling Christmas lights in a decorated shopping area.
November 3, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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Grayson Perry is coming to @rammuseum.bsky.social this January with Aspects of Myself – his first-ever exhibition in the city. From pots and prints to powerful tapestries, the show dives into identity, childhood, and what it means to belong.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/aspects-of-m...
Tall, rounded ceramic vase decorated with etched and painted images of children in vintage clothing. The surface features a mix of earth tones, with gold and iridescent blue accents. The figures are repeated in various sizes across the vase, creating a layered, nostalgic collage effect. Displayed on a white pedestal against a plain background. Vivid, intricately detailed tapestry depicting a surreal urban scene. A central couple walks with a child in a stroller, surrounded by colourful characters, modern buildings, and symbolic imagery. The scene includes a taxi labelled “Julie + Dave,” a canal boat, checkerboard floors, and swirling skies, all rendered in bright, graphic patterns. The composition mixes pop culture, fantasy, and narrative elements.
November 3, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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Exeter’s shaping a new Culture Strategy – and your voice matters 🎭📚🎨

We want to hear what culture in Exeter means to you and how it should grow in the years ahead.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/your-chance-...
Bold black text at the top reads: “CAN YOU, WOULD YOU, HOW MIGHT YOU, WHY WOULDN’T YOU.” Below, in white text: “A creative life. Explore it in Exeter.” The word "Exeter" is partially obscured by a white paint-like “X” graphic. A QR code appears in the lower right with a caption: “SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCES NOW IN OUR SURVEY > engage.exeter.gov.uk.”
November 3, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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We're hiring. Here's our current list of vacancies. You can apply at exeter.gov.uk/jobs

Current Vacancies:

Finance Technician
Health and Safety Officer
Health and Safety Manager
Head of Service - Culture & Leisure
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October 31, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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Exeter, Plymouth, and Torbay are backing a bold new plan to reshape local government in our county. The idea? Four focused councils – one each for Exeter, Plymouth, Torbay, and the rural coast and countryside.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/plymouth-and...
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October 31, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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We’d love to hear your thoughts! 👋

We’re working on a new Consultation and Engagement Strategy to improve how we connect with communities across Exeter — and your input can help shape it.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/share-your-v...
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October 31, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Love trees and taking photos? 🍁📸

There's still time to enter Exeter’s annual tree photo competition – but be quick! Entries close Monday 10 November.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/popular-wate...
A large tree with bright yellow autumn foliage stands beside a stone wall and ramp near Exeter Library, under a pale sky. Green trees and shrubs surround the area. A street at night with a tall tree in the center, its leaves turning red and orange under bright streetlights. Shops line both sides, some with lights on, and a few people walk down the empty road.
October 31, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Great news from RAMM! Exeter’s RAMM (Royal Albert Memorial Museum) has just been awarded the National Autistic Society’s Autism Friendly Award.

It’s a big step towards making Exeter a more inclusive city for everyone.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-s-mus...
An older woman with long white hair and a red dress stands beside a young person wearing headphones and a striped shirt. They appear to be inside a museum, looking up with interest. The woman has a hand gently resting on the young person’s shoulder, and a large animal display is partially visible behind glass.
October 30, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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Great news for community groups across Exeter!

Eleven local organisations have just received a share of over £16,000 in Community Grants to support projects that bring people together, celebrate our city’s creativity, and improve wellbeing.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/grassroots-p...
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October 29, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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A rusty old buoy by the River and Canal Office has had a brilliant makeover, thanks to the hard work of volunteers from Friends of Exeter Ship Canal and Heritage Harbour.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/canal-buoy-r...
Three people pose next to a large, freshly painted bright red buoy. Two of them wear yellow safety vests and hold paintbrushes, smiling mid-project. The third person, in a white shirt, stands beside them in front of a stone wall and black gate. A large red buoy with flaking, peeling paint and visible rust stands outside near a building and black metal fence, showing signs of age and weather damage.
October 29, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Fancy winning a Nintendo Switch 2 bundle or a cash prize this Christmas? Exeter Community Lottery is running a festive Super Draw – and you’re in with a chance if you enter before 29 Nov!

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/win-big-whil...
Promotional graphic for a giveaway with the headline "Enter our Super Draw." The main prize is a "Nintendo Switch 2 bundle – or take the cash!" with an additional £500 offered for a chosen cause. The image features a red background with snowflakes, a large Nintendo Switch 2 console bundle including accessories, games (Metroid, Planet Puzzle League, and Pokémon), a 50" 4K UHD Smart TV, and animated characters including Mario in a kart and Xerneas from Pokémon.
October 29, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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The Night Fighters of Exeter – The Story of 307 Squadron exhibition returns to the Guildhall November 14–15.

Free, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Saturday: 🇵🇱 Flag Raising (10:00 a.m.), Wreath Laying at the Cathedral (12:00 p.m.).

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/night-fighte...
Promotional graphic for "Night Fighters of Exeter: The Story of 307 Squadron." The text is shown in both English and Polish, with a dark blue background. A silhouette of a twin-engine night fighter aircraft is visible at the top. At the bottom right, there is a black-and-white photo of seven uniformed WWII-era aircrew members standing in front of a Polish-marked aircraft.
October 29, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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✈️ Wystawa Nocni Myśliwcy z Exeter – Historia Dywizjonu 307 powraca do Guildhallu 14–15 XI.

Bezpłatnie, godz. 10–16.

Sobota: podniesienie flagi (10:00), złożenie wieńca w Katedrze (12:00).

👉 307squadron.org

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Grafika promocyjna książki „Nocni myśliwcy z Exeter: Historia Dywizjonu 307”. Tekst jest wyświetlany w języku angielskim i polskim, na ciemnoniebieskim tle. U góry widoczna jest sylwetka dwusilnikowego nocnego myśliwca. W prawym dolnym rogu znajduje się czarno-białe zdjęcie siedmiu umundurowanych członków załogi z czasów II wojny światowej stojących przed samolotem z polskimi oznaczeniami.
October 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Step into a night of magic and mystery with the Lord Mayor of Exeter! ✨

Join us on Thursday 27 November at Exeter College’s award-winning @34 Restaurant for an enchanting evening of fine dining and close-up magic.

More: news.exeter.gov.uk/experience-a...
Event graphic with gold and white text on a dark background reading: “A Magical Evening with The Lord Mayor at Exeter College @34 Restaurant.” A black top hat tilted on the lower right emits a sparkling trail of stars and glitter in blue, gold, and white. The date “27 November 2025” appears at the bottom.
October 28, 2025 at 4:07 PM