Leigh Curtis
Leigh Curtis is deputy editor of Exeter Observer and a director of its publisher Exeter Observer Limited.
She writes most of our community and culture stories as well as news reports and contributes to features and investigations.
Leigh holds a degree in Fine Art at Goldsmiths, University of London. She leads on marketing and also manages our finances and administration.
She is an accredited UK press card holder and a member of the National Union of Journalists.
Stories by Leigh Curtis
SATURDAY 6 & SUNDAY 7 JUNE 2026
Exeter Respect Festival 2026
The annual celebration of Exeter diversity returns with live music and performance, food stalls, community and campaign groups.
BELMONT PARK
WEDNESDAY 3 TO SATURDAY 7 JUNE 2026
Exeter Comedy Festival 2026
Festival returns for third year with four days of comedy featuring Nish Kumar, Josh Widdecombe, Josie Long, Bridget Christie, Mike Wozniak and many more.
EXETER CITY CENTRE
SUNDAY 31 MAY 2026
Mindful Market
Vintage items, handmade gifts and baked goods from local traders with wellbeing activities including yoga, crafts and hula-hooping.
THE BIRDHOUSE
SATURDAY 9 MAY 2026
Exeter Pride 2026
Exeter Pride returns for a celebration of LGBTQ+ diversity and visibility with a parade, music, cabaret, marketplace and more.
EXETER CITY CENTRE
