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Overheard in Devon – You can call me pal
I hate to sound like a cliché, but the older I get the more important friendships become.
Gower Glamping
Rachael Sharpe heads to Wales for the weekend in search of adventure…
Las Iguanas – Exeter
Exeter’s Las Iguanas really does have the most energising atmosphere. The upbeat Latin music sets the tone for this funky restaurant with vibrant décor and friendly, accommodating staff.
Lamb Koftas with Minted Couscous
These fun to eat, flavourful skewers are great for a late summer al fresco meal and are ready in less than an hour.
Migraine – Not Just a Headache
Exeter GP Dr David Kernick, former Chair of the British Association for the Study of Headache, shares some insights into how to recognise the main types of headache and what to do if you suffer from migraines
Go Here… The Devon County Show 2017
Celebrate the best of Devon farming, food & drink, family fun and rural life at Devon’s biggest day out.
15 Minutes… Devon Air Ambulance Pilot, Captain Ross White
Meet one of Exeter’s Devon Air Ambulance pilots to learn more about what goes on behind the scenes of this vitally imperative service helping to save lives across the county
Coffee Cream Eclairs
Just a few simple ingredients combine to make the most luscious tea time treat. If you prefer the classic chocolate éclair, simply melt 100g dark chocolate with a spoonful of golden syrup and 20g unsalted butter, cool until thickened then spread over the top of the éclairs.
The Five Bells Inn, Clyst Hydon
I love a proper country pub. Beer gardens for summer days, thatched roofs, views of rolling countryside, or fireplaces and comfy chairs for nestling away in winter; they’re the perfect place to spend a lazy day whatever the weather.
English Heritage Sites in Devon
Travel back into prehistory and uncover the fascinating stories behind some of the many buildings, monuments and sites from around the wider county cared for by the English Heritage charity.
15 Minutes with… Jack Nowell
Exeter Chiefs’ 21-year-old rugby superstar talks superstitions, playing for England, the 2015 World Cup and moustaches!
15 Minutes… From A&E to the Sea
Meet the Emergensea Duo – two Devon frontline A&E doctors embarking on an unsupported 3,000 mile ocean row across the Atlantic
Palmiers
These delicious sweet pastries are easy to make using just a sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry and caster sugar.
Modus Care – Letting your house can change people’s lives
Modus Care provides high quality homes across Exeter for people with autism and learning disabilities. Due to demand for services we are appealing to landlords for further homes to rent.
Go Here… iBounce Trampoline Park
Trampolining – just a bit of fun for the kids or a serious way of keeping fit and healthy? We bounce on down to Exeter’s first trampoline park to find out more.
Stay Safe in the Sun
How to minimise your risk of sunburn and ensure your skin and eyes stay protected this summer
European Walking Holidays
From world famous pilgrimages to secluded alpine mountain trails, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best walking holiday destinations in Europe, so you can start planning your next adventure
Unique Dishes and Destinations for Travelling Foodies
If you’re a foodie, you’ll know that the best part of any holiday is sampling the local cuisine. But while every city has its own unique dishes and exciting flavours, there are some destinations that have food steeped in their DNA
The Galley – Topsham
I’ve never been to a fish and seafood restaurant before, so was very keen to try out the experience when my husband and I headed out to Topsham from Exeter one balmy July evening.
Go Here… Glorious Gardens of Devon
Discover some of the most gorgeous gardens that Devon has to offer and support local charity in the process
Courgette Quiche
There’s an abundance of home grown courgettes in the shops at the moment – or you may have some growing in your garden. Make the most of them with this tasty quiche which can be served warm or cold.
Decoy Country Park Circular Walk
Enjoy accessible countryside routes around Decoy Lake and the ponds of Newton Abbot’s local nature reserve
Exmouth RNLI
A new volunteer crew member at Exmouth RNLI lifeboat station has had a vital part of their crew training funded by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation.
Rockfish Seafood Café, Budleigh Salterton
There’s a fresh approach at Budleigh’s much-loved beachside café.
Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone
It’s your safe place, right? It’s routine and there’s no stress, challenges or pressures. But step outside your comfort zone and the benefits could be bountiful
Country Pub Carveries
With winter just around the corner, and with our bodies burning more energy to keep us warm, now is the perfect time to start your hibernation with the ultimate family winter warmer – a carvery!
The Devon County Show 2016
Experience the best in agriculture, food & drink, and family entertainment that the county has to offer at Devon’s biggest and best day out
The Stable, Exeter
One Magazine’s Jake Tucker makes his first visit to Exeter’s exclusive new dining quarter for a slice of rustic meets sleek at Queen Street’s pizza, pie and cider house.
Apple, Amaretti & Marzipan Crumble
This tasty crumble is perfect for almond aficionados, and is accompanied by an amaretto custard for added pizzazz
Beacon Vaults – Exmouth
Steeped in history inside and out, a visit to the Beacon Vaults is like stepping back in time.
Making the Most of a Small Bathroom
Even a tiny bathroom can function brilliantly and look gorgeous. Our top ten tricks will help you make the most of your space. After all, size isn’t everything
River Coly Circular Walk
This East Devon route has everything you could want from a countryside walk – riverside relaxation, enchanting woodland, far-stretching hilltop views and quaint thatched cottages.
Vertical Gardening
Make the most of small spaces to garden by growing upwards instead of outwards
Try This… Free Ways to Get Fit
It’s a popular time to think about our fitness, but it’s also the time of the year where we’re most feeling the pinch. Here are some of the best ways to get active locally without breaking the bank
The Terrace, Exeter
When we first saw The Terrace arriving on the scene as part of Exeter’s latest dining quarter it aimed itself more towards providing a place for the younger people to enjoy the city’s nightlife.
A Postcard from… The Peak District
Unwind in the Derbyshire countryside and explore a mixture of dales and tors, winding rivers and wondrous woodland that make up England’s first National Park.
Budleigh Salterton to Ladram Bay Cliff Top Circular Walk
Explore this vibrant stretch of the Jurassic coastline before returning via a peaceful riverside walk on this circular, family-friendly day hike
Go Here: Powderham Castle
Set in an historic deer park and built to be the castle we see today by Sir Philip Courtenay in the 14th century, Powderham Castle has been the home to the many descendants of the first Earl of Devon for over 600 years.
Polpo, Exeter
Lively yet relaxed, informal yet chic, Polpo, the final restaurant to arrive at Exeter’s new Queen Street dining quarter, has created an experience that is charmingly humble with a modest elegance that greets you before you even step through the door.
Red Velvet Cake
Deep red chocolate cake topped with tangy cream cheese frosting.
Walking for Health and Wellbeing
May marks National Walking Month – an annual campaign to promote the benefits of walking. Free to get involved with and suitable for any age, we look at how you can get out and explore using your own two feet to improve your health and wellbeing.
Go Here: Archery Tag
Unleash your inner Robin Hood with this new and unique form of combat-adventure activity at Skirmish Devon.
Ham, Roasted Pepper and Feta Cheese Flan
This summer flan not only looks irresistible and tastes great, but is a doddle to make using a ready-rolled sheet of puff pastry.
Ashclyst Forest Walk
Discover giant redwoods, darting deer and carpets of bluebells on a number of routes through this National Trust owned forest.
The Chronicle Restaurant – Exmouth
Living in Exeter, my wife and I don’t often venture outside the city to eat, given that there are so many good restaurants practically on our doorstep.
Burrator Reservoir Accessible Walk
This manageable there and back route offers easy walking and wheeling along the eastern side of the reservoir and to the dams, plus additional access to the wildlife trail in the Burrator Arboretum
Exeter Quay Circular Walks
This circular walk, starting and finishing at Exeter’s historic Quayside is fantastic at any time of year, says Rachael D’Cruze-Sharpe
Overheard in Devon – That’s not what I compli… ment!
They say that a compliment is the only thing you can pay that costs you nothing. I see the logic behind this idea, but I’m not sure it’s 100% true.
Black Alder Wood Circular Walks
This strenuous walk rewards you with far-stretching views across the Teign Valley and up to Mid Devon.
15 Minutes… Hospital Radio Exeter
2024 marks 50 years of the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital’s volunteer-led radio station. One Mag’s Bruce Hetherington learns of its journey from fruition to present day
Exeter Golf & Country Club
Nothing quite beats a relaxed Sunday lunch to help me unwind from the stresses of the week and to enjoy quality time as a family.
A Postcard from… Wye Valley
Get away to this breathtaking area of outstanding beauty on the Wales/England border for relaxation, adventure and discovery.
Chicken and Rice Burritos
These quick and easy wraps are packed full of flavour and ready in just 30 minutes. Make a few extra for an on-the-go lunch the next day.
Giraffe World Kitchen
A warm glow invites you as you step inside Giraffe World Kitchen’s enticing frontage and see low hanging orange lights, worldly décor and earthy colours from the booths and tables in the restaurant.
15 Minutes… Tackling the Food Crisis
The cost of living is increasing, it’s no secret, and with wages not keeping pace, there are more people than ever needing...
Harpford Woods Circular Walk
Discover the disused 19th century railway line from Feniton to Sidmouth before taking in dramatic views of East Devon and the Sidmouth coastline from Fire Beacon Hill.
Bradley Manor Circular Walk
Enjoy dense woodland and wide open hay meadows on this circular walk in the River Lemon Valley.
Go Here… Go Segway!
Take to this unique form of travel to see Haldon Forest like you’ve never seen it before
The Oddfellows, Exmouth
The Oddfellows, situated at the top of Exmouth’s High Street in what used to be The Heavitree, is an independent gastro-pub that has recently opened following the success of their Exeter restaurant of the same name.
15 Minutes… Dartmoor: A Radical Landscape
We meet some of the artists and photographers exploring personal and emotional connections with Dartmoor’s evocative landscape ahead of RAMM Exeter’s latest exhibition
Noble Neutrals
Neutrals never go out of fashion and adding an array of delicious textures is a dream combination for an utterly inviting home
Ashclyst Forest Walks
This hidden National Trust owned forest offers a variety of route lengths to suit the whole family. Expect picnic spots galore, giant redwoods and countryside views
Caramelised Apple Topped Coconut Rice Pudding
This modern take on a traditional favourite is served with spiced apples in a caramel sauce and has added coconut milk for extra flavour.
Salcombe Hill Cliff Top Walk
Take in dramatic cliff top views over Sidmouth and Branscombe on this short circular walk near the Norman Lockyer Observatory.
Steamed Date Puddings with Caramel Sauce
These moist and sticky mini steamed puds will go down a treat after a delicious Sunday roast
Plastic-Free Devon
2.5 billion disposable coffee cups. 100 billion disposable plastic cutlery items. 200 plastic bottles per mile of UK coastline. That’s the amount of waste we’re producing as a country in just one single year. So what do we do about it?
Rockfish, Exmouth
Ideally situated next to the slipway in Exmouth overlooking the River Exe, the choice of location for Rockfish’s latest restaurant – their first venture up into East Devon – really could not be any better.
Try This… Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Take to the water for peace, exploration and improved personal wellbeing with this inclusive summer activity
Hey Teacher, Leave Them Kids Outdoors
A Devon junior school is finding children benefit from being taught normal subjects in an outdoor environment, and has worked out how to do this regularly. One Magazine’s Bruce Hetherington finds out more about this intriguing new method of teaching
Orestone Manor
Nestled in the beautiful South Devon coastal village of Maidencombe, not far from Newton Abbot, is the stunning family-owned Georgian country house of Orestone Manor.
Apricot and Orange Cheesecakes
Light but indulgent, these creamy individual fruity cheesecakes make for a naughty but nice way to finish an evening meal.
Chocolate Chip and Nut Biscotti
These crisp Italian biscuits are baked twice to give them that extra crunch, making them perfect for serving with strong coffee for dipping
Overheard in Devon – Going for a song!
I don’t know about you, but I find songs are always getting stuck inside my head – really lodged in there.
The Cadeleigh Arms
“Cooking should be fun, adventurous and inventive,” says Nicholas Hack, who with fellow chef and partner Tina King is the culinary inspiration behind Crediton’s much loved Il Casita restaurant.
Overheard in Devon – He’s coming to town!
What I want to know is: why do they call it ‘The Holiday Season’? Christmastime is far more tiring than any job I’ve ever had.
Topsham Goat Walk
Tread along Topsham’s historic waterside path and discover 17th century buildings, maritime treasures and intriguing wildlife
Barley Valley Nature Reserve Walk
Discover a lesser known part of Exeter on a walk around this local nature reserve to enjoy relaxation, an abundance of wildlife plus views across the city and beyond to Woodbury Common
Powderham Castle and Estuary Loop
See herds of deer and migratory birds amidst spectacular wetland, woodland and estuary-side scenery on this route circling the Powderham Estate
Miso Broth with Pak Choi and Tofu
Bring the taste of the orient to your midweek meal plan with this super quick and easy example of Japanese cooking.
Go Here… Springtime Shenanigans
We share activity ideas that offer fun for the whole family this spring
Weston Mouth Circular
Soak up stunning Jurassic Coast views, meet the donkeys, and learn more about coastal hillside farming from the late nineteenth century
Pork, Porcini and Lentil Stroganoff
Try this quick and easy recipe to make – ideal for mixing up the midweek menu
Cinnamon Apple Slices
Try this quick and easy tray-bake style cake that is delicious hot or cold.
Memory Loss: What’s Normal and How to Prevent it
If you’ve ever lost your car keys, forgotten your shopping list or lost your train of thought, you’re not alone. Everyone forgets things once in a while, but if it’s happening more and more often, it’s not something you should ignore
15 Minutes with Andrei Burton
One Magazine’s Jake Tucker catches up with one of the UK’s most successful world record breaking professional mountain bike athletes to find out more about his extreme lifestyle.
Pink Moon Café, Exeter
Pink Moon Cafe confidently captures those looking to enjoy good food while hanging out with friends, on a date-night or anyone that just wants to soak up a lively setting
Safety by the Sea
The sun is shining and for many of us, that means flocking to the seaside in order to stay cool. But the sea can be a dangerous place, so here’s how to stay safe by learning your beach flags and knowing what precautions to take when by the water.
Chinese Roast Pork with Vegetable Fried Rice
Create a taste of the orient with this tenderloin pork dish – great for family suppers as it cooks fairly quickly, slices beautifully and tastes sublime.
10 Ways to Create a Spa Shower
No time for a bath, or perhaps you don’t have a bath at all? Create a ‘spathroom’ in your shower instead…
Barbecued Rack of Ribs
These mouth watering ribs are a welcome addition to any BBQ this summer!
Snickerdoodles
These classic American cookies are crisp at the edges, chewy in the middle and have a delicious cinnamon sugar coating.
Crème Caramels
This classic French dessert exudes the wow factor yet is made from just a few cheap ingredients in roughly an hour.
Harry’s Restaurant – Exeter
It’s safe to say that Harry’s Restaurant has been on my to-dine list for quite some time now.
Shobrooke Circular Walk
Discover the tranquil ponds at Shobrooke Park before enjoying riverside relaxation and stunning views across the rolling Mid Devon countryside
Go Here… Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Discover one of the largest collections of material relating to the moving image in Britain, right here in Exeter – for free!
Hidden Gems
Devon famously has so many beautiful places to visit but, when you’re living and working here, it’s easy to take things for granted. Caroline Cook shares some of her favourite locations right on your doorstep that are not to be missed.
December in the Garden
Gardening expert Caroline Knight offers advice for planting ahead of spring and which jobs to add to your to-do list ahead of the festive celebrations
Brampford Speke Circular Walk
Work your way out of this quaint village traversing the rolling hills of the Exe Valley, pockets of enchanted woodland and finishing off at a cosy pub.