Martin Redfern
Proposals to convert empty ground floor retail units to additional student accommodation units in the Central Living student block that replaced the Honiton Inn at the foot of Paris Street have been submitted to Exeter City Council for approval.
Permission was granted for the conversion of five ground floor commercial units to nineteen student rooms at The Depot in Cheeke Street last year.
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SATURDAY 7 & SUNDAY 8 JUNE 2025
The annual celebration of Exeter diversity returns for its 28th anniversary with live music and performance, food stalls, community and campaign groups.
BELMONT PARK
SUNDAY 8 JUNE 2025
Exeter City of Literature event features independent booksellers from across the county with author talks, stalls, food and drink.
CATHEDRAL GREEN
SUNDAY 8 JUNE 2025
The maritime-themed event returns for a third year with steam boats, exhibitions, talks, live music, film screenings and more.
EXETER QUAY
MONDAY 9 TO SUNDAY 15 JUNE 2025
Festival returns with exhibitions, film screenings, talks, workshops, performances, social events and an art car boot sale.
EXETER CITY CENTRE
