We’d love to hear what you think about living in Exeter. Our 2026 Residents’ Survey is now open, and your feedback will help shape council services and future priorities. The survey is open until 19 August. Take part here: Resident Survey: engage.exeter.gov.uk/resident-sur....

Looking for a relaxing way to spend your Sunday? Head down to Exeter Quayside for another afternoon of free live jazz! This Sunday (12 July), local favourites La Vie en Rose will be performing gypsy jazz from 12.30pm to 3.30pm under the Transit Shed.

A heads-up if you're heading into the city on Thursday morning (9 July): Exeter High Street will be closed to traffic from 10.50am to 12 noon for the historic Lammas Fair procession (it may reopen a little earlier).

Fancy a holiday while supporting a local good cause? The Exeter Community Lottery's Summer Super Draw is giving one lucky winner the chance to win a £2,000 luxury holiday (or take the £2,000 cash alternative!). Tickets are just £1: exetercommunitylottery.co.uk

Exeter City Council has secured over £30,000 to tackle chewing gum on our pavements. A dedicated team will start cleaning Sidwell Street before moving on to other parts of the city centre, with new signs also encouraging everyone to bin their gum. news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-gets-...

Looking for something fun and inspiring this weekend? Head to the Green Phoenix Festival at Exeter Phoenix this Sunday (5 July) for a free day of creativity, live performances, workshops, films and family-friendly activities. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/get-set-for-...

Exeter City Council has been awarded Silver Carbon Literate Organisation status, recognising our commitment to climate action. More of our staff, councillors and volunteers are becoming Carbon Literate, helping turn knowledge into practical action. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/carbon-liter...

This has to be one of Exeter's quirkiest traditions! The Lammas Fair returns on Thursday 9 July, with the famous giant white glove making its way through the city before being hoisted above the Guildhall for three days.

The St Thomas Splashpad is open all weekend, but only around half of the water features are currently working due to a mechanical fault. New parts have been ordered and we're aiming to have everything back up and running early next week.

Just a reminder: Harlequins car park closes for good at the end of today (Thursday 25 June). If you've got a vehicle parked there, make sure it's moved before 11pm tonight. After that, the car park will no longer be open to the public as the site prepares for redevelopment.

The Fore Street Flea is celebrating 10 years. Join them on Sunday 19 July and explore one of Exeter’s favourite independent markets, packed with local makers, vintage finds, creative businesses and plenty of hidden gems. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/fore-street-...

Did you catch comedian Tony Hawks on BBC Radio 4 this week? 🎾 His new series explores the barriers that can stop people being active, and Exeter’s free public tennis courts feature as part of the story. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/free-tennis-...

With temperatures soaring this week, extra support is being provided for people sleeping rough in Exeter. If you're concerned about someone sleeping rough, you can alert StreetLink: streetlink.org.uk More: news.exeter.gov.uk/heatwave-bri...

There’s still time to help shape Exeter’s future 👋 Have your say on the draft Cultural Strategy and City Centre Strategy for 2026–2031. Hundreds of people have already shared their views, but consultations are open until 29 June. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/still-time-t...

Exeter’s Armed Forces Day parade takes place this Saturday, with service personnel, veterans, cadets and military associations marching through the city centre from 11am. A big thank you to Exeter Brewery for once again supporting the event. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-prepa...

Step into a world of colour at @rammuseum.bsky.social 🎨 From Andy Warhol and Hokusai to glowing natural wonders, costumes, optical illusions and hands-on family activities, Colour is full of things to see, try and talk about. More - news.exeter.gov.uk/come-and-exp...

💙 Refugee Week is coming to Exeter (15–21 June), with a range of community events celebrating this year’s theme: Courage. Find out more and see the full programme on the Refugee Support Devon website. refugeesupportdevon.org.uk/news/just-dr...

The Massed Bands and Bugles of The Rifles are coming to Exeter Corn Exchange on Saturday 25 July. Doors open at 1pm, with music from 2pm to 4pm. It’s free, open to all ages, and early booking is recommended. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-audie...

Armed Forces Day returns to Exeter on Saturday 20 June. Join us from 11am as service personnel, veterans, cadets and military associations parade through the city centre, with a salute at the Guildhall and celebrations continuing on Cathedral Green.

Exeter is marking Windrush Day with a weekend of stories, music, food and family-friendly activities . Join the celebrations at Positive Light Projects on Sidwell Street on Sat 20 Jun, with guest speakers from 1–5pm and a free evening event from 6–9pm. news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-to-ho...

What a fantastic night at this year’s Exeter Comedy Festival! 🎭✨ The Lord Mayor Exeter the audience for the world premiere of 00Devon by Get Changed Theatre Company, celebrating 30 years of creativity, laughter and brilliant performances from adults with learning disabilities.

🎭 Exeter Comedy Festival is officially underway. More than 400 people attended the Gala Opening at Exeter Corn Exchange, launching five days of comedy across venues throughout the city. Selected tickets are still available: exetercomedyfestival.com

Have your say on Exeter’s future. Consultations are now open on the draft Cultural Strategy 2026–2031 and City Centre Strategy 2026–2031. Your feedback will help shape culture and the future of the city centre. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/your-views-n...

Good news for Exeter’s Ukrainian community 💙💛 A new Ukraine Community Connecting Service is launching in Exeter, delivered by Devon Ukrainian Association CIC. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-backs...

📚 Book lovers, this one’s for you! The Book Market is coming to Exeter Quay this Sunday (7 June), bringing together 13 independent bookshops from across Devon, plus free activities and author talks throughout the day. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/book-market-...

Can you believe it’s been 10 years since BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend came to Exeter? 🎶 In May 2016, 50,000 music fans headed to Powderham Castle to see acts including Coldplay, Mumford & Sons, Ellie Goulding and a surprise appearance from Take That.

Exeter Respect Festival is back in Belmont Park this weekend (6–7 June)! Celebrate 29 years of diversity, inclusion and community with live music, dance, workshops, delicious food from around the world and family-friendly fun. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-respe...

June Boom is here! 🎨🎭 All month, Exeter is packed with arts, culture and creative events - from comedy and live music to festivals, markets, exhibitions and late-night shopping. Have a look at what’s on: visitexeter.com/juneboom

We're hiring. Here's our current list of vacancies. You can apply at exeter.gov.uk/jobs Current Vacancies: Welfare Assistance Officer Community Officer Environmental Health Officer Triage Officer Casework Officer

🎭 Exeter Comedy Festival is back from 3–7 June! With shows popping up across the city centre and tickets still available for lots of great acts, now’s the perfect time to try something new. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/tickets-for-...

The summer Exeter Citizen is on its way 📬 Look out for it from Monday 1 June, with local events, election results, councillor contacts, recycling news, updates from RAMM and the Corn Exchange, and more. Finished reading? Pop it in your green wheelie bin to recycle.

Community groups across Exeter can now apply for Ward Grants of up to £350 to help fund local projects, events and activities - from festivals and craft groups to theatre productions and community gatherings. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/community-gr...

Football brings people together ⚽🌍 Teams from across Exeter’s communities will be taking part in this year’s Kick Racism Out of Football tournament on Sunday 14 June at the University of Exeter. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/football-tou...

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained this half term? There’s loads happening across Exeter this May, from free retro gaming at Guildhall Shopping Centre to a wild animal trail at Princesshay 🦁 Plus family crafts, workshops and hands-on activities at RAMM and Exeter Phoenix all week long.

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.

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.

Exeter’s Council Leader has welcomed nine new councillors following the local elections and set out priorities for the year ahead. Read the full article: news.exeter.gov.uk/leader-we-wi...

Exeter has a new Lord Mayor of Exeter. Cllr Gemma Rolstone has officially taken on the role, with Cllr Lucy Haigh elected as Deputy Lord Mayor. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/new-lord-may...

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. Find out more: news.exeter.gov.uk/conservation...

Exeter’s first City Nature Challenge has been a huge success. More than 1,500 wildlife observations were recorded over one weekend, with 507 different species spotted across the city - including 89 never previously recorded in Exeter! More: news.exeter.gov.uk/nature-chall...

Exeter residents are being invited to help shape two important new strategies for the city. The new Cultural Strategy and City Centre Strategy, covering everything from arts and heritage to shops, safety and the future of the city centre. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/your-views-w...

Something new is coming to Gandy Street this summer 🎉 First Thursdays will bring late-night shopping, live music, street food, cocktails and entertainment to the city on the first Thursday of every month from June to September.

Polls open at 7am tomorrow for the Exeter local elections. Find your polling station: my.exeter.gov.uk/service/Poll... Please remember to bring an accepted form of photo ID with you to vote.

Local elections are on Thursday 7 May, and extra support is available for visually impaired voters in Exeter. Audio ballot papers can be listened to in advance, and QR codes will also be available at polling stations on the day. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/audio-ballot...

Great to see responsible dog owners being recognised. Devon Loves Dogs has announced the latest ‘Bag it and Bin it’ winners – well done to Daniel & Archie, Helene & Luna, and Rebecca & Buddy! More: news.exeter.gov.uk/bag-it-and-b...

Princesshay is turning into a wellbeing hub this May. Join in on Thursday 14 May (11am–3pm) at Princesshay Square for Let’s Chalk About Mental Health. Expect creative workshops, movement sessions, and a live chalk mural you can help create. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/princesshay-...

There’s still time to have your say on nature in Exeter. Nearly 900 people have already taken part in the Wild Exeter survey, and organisers would love to reach 1,000 before it closes at midnight on Tuesday 28 April. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/last-chance-...

If you’ve applied for a postal vote for Exeter’s City Council elections, keep an eye on your letterbox - they’re being sent out from 23 April and should arrive soon. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/postal-votes...

Fancy a free book? This Thursday (23 April), World Book Night is coming to Exeter - and both St Thomas Library and Pinhoe Library will be giving away copies of The Last Bench. Pop in, pick up a book, and get involved 📖 More: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-libra...

Got old tech gathering dust at home? From Wednesday 22 April, Exeter Library will be accepting donations of unwanted items like phones, laptops, tablets and games consoles between 11am and 1pm. More: news.exeter.gov.uk/new-library-...