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Exeter College amends Flowerpot Fields plans to replace two of six classrooms with changing rooms
Revisions submitted during building construction also show two rooms described as “changing rooms” and “overflow sports training and education space”, both with unobscured full-height classroom windows and no shower facilities. Read more.
Controversial Exeter bus lane changes approved after three and a half hour County Hall debate
Devon County Council claims £2.4 million “intelligent corridor” upgrades along Heavitree Road and Pinhoe Road routes could save up to “approximately four minutes” journey time and bring “economic benefit of around £2,150,000” each year. Read more.
New countywide transport strategy falls short on fundamental mobility challenges
Draft 2025-40 Devon & Torbay Local Transport Plan lacks serious measures to address congestion and enable shift to public transport as local government reorganisation threatens derailment. Read more.
ON OUR RADAR ~ THIS WEEKEND
St Thomas winter market // St Thomas Church
Community-run event returns with artisan traders, music, entertainment and workshops to create a family-friendly festival atmosphere. More details.
Poltimore Christmas markets // Poltimore House and Grounds
Four weekend festive markets with stalls selling local arts and crafts. More details.
Library Lates // Exeter Library
An evening of live music and creative workshops. More details.
Fore Street Flea // Exeter city centre
Market with stalls selling vintage items, handmade craft, food and drink plus live music from local artists celebrates 25th outing. More details.
EXETER DIGEST #65 RECAP
Council to mothball Exeter City Living Vaughan Road flats after first phase leaving £2.75m groundworks fenced off
Twelve year-old plan to rebuild remaining pre-war Laing’s Easiform council houses in Buddle Lane estate to be seen through to completion instead, as undelivered local housing promises finally collide with reality. Read more.
Plan for student accommodation block in back garden of 17-bed Pennsylvania Road HMO dismissed at appeal
City council planning consent refusal upheld by inspector in decision citing existing community balance policy that is not retained in proposed new Exeter Local Plan. Read more.
Singapore hospitality group buys Hotel Indigo Exeter for £19.4 million
Sale of converted House of Fraser department store announced one week after Frasers Group purchase of adjacent Princesshay shopping centre. Read more.
