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 and contributes to news, features and investigations.
Leigh holds a degree in Fine Art at Goldsmiths, University of London. She leads on design and 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
THURSDAY 20 OCTOBER 2022
Black History Month pottery, poetry and song
Ceramicist Lili John and Devon Development Education are hosting a celebration of the life of 19th century potter, poet and slave David Drake.
EXETER COMMUNITY CENTRE
TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER 2022
Spork! October special
Spork! presents an evening of spoken-word comedy and poetry with Kevin P. Gilday and multiple slam champion Kathryn O’Driscoll.
EXETER PHOENIX
THURSDAY 13 OCTOBER 2022
Spork! open mic night
Headliner Charice Bharwaj leads an evening of spoken word entertainment.
LITTLE DROP OF POISON
THURSDAY 13 OCTOBER 2022
Sourdough bread-making by night
St Sidwell’s Community Centre is running autumn evening sourdough pizza and pitta-making classes.
SIDWELL STREET BAKEHOUSE
SUNDAY 2 OCTOBER 2022
Herbal history, folklore & medicine
Exeter Seed Bank is holding a workshop exploring common local herbs and plants with medical herbalist Ile Ashcroft.
EXETER PHOENIX
FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER & SATURDAY 1 OCTOBER 2022
Pop-up curiosity shop
Agile Rabbit is hosting a two day science and culture-themed event featuring music, live art, interactive exhibits and games, talks and workshops.