Leigh Curtis

Leigh Curtis is deputy editor of Exeter Observer and a director of its publisher Exeter Observer Limited.

She writes many of our community and culture stories and also contributes to news, features and investigations.

Leigh holds a degree in Fine Art at Goldsmiths, University of London, and leads on design and marketing as well as Exeter Observer’s financial and administrative management.

She is also an accredited UK press card holder and a member of the National Union of Journalists.

Stories by Leigh Curtis

Devon County Council Exeter Bus Service Improvement Plan central and eastern corridors map

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.

Fore Street Flea

SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2024

25th Fore Street Flea

Market with stalls selling vintage items, handmade craft, food and drink plus live music from local artists celebrates 25th outing.

FORE STREET

Library Lates logo

SATURDAY 16 NOVEMBER 2024

Library Lates November

An evening of live music and creative workshops at Exeter Library.

EXETER LIBRARY

Storytelling at St Thomas winter market

SATURDAY 16 NOVEMBER 2024

St Thomas winter market 2024

Community-run event returns with artisan traders, music, entertainment and workshops to create a family-friendly festival atmosphere.

ST THOMAS CHURCH

2013 production of War Horse at the Sydney Lyric theatre

WEDNESDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2024

War Horse concert

Michael Morpurgo reading an abridged version of his best-known work, accompanied by musician Ben Murray.

EXETER CATHEDRAL

Poltimore House 2023 Christmas market

SATURDAY 30 NOVEMBER & SUNDAY 1 DECEMBER 2024

Poltimore Christmas markets

Weekend festive markets with stalls selling local arts and crafts.

POLTIMORE HOUSE

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