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

University of Exeter postpones net zero target to 2050

The University of Exeter has postponed its net zero target to 2050 following a two-year review of its climate strategy led by Global Systems Institute director Peter Cox.

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THURSDAY 2 JULY 2026

First Thursdays

Monthly Gandy Street evening events include an indoor market, food and drink, street entertainment and more.

GANDY STREET

Exeter Respect Festival

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

Exeter Chiefs members approve US investment company takeover

Exeter Chiefs members have voted in favour of a takeover of the club proposed by Black Knight Sports and Entertainment.

Exeter Comedy Festival signs outside The Bootlegger

WEDNESDAY 3 TO SUNDAY 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

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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

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