Discover a 'New You' in Exeter in 2021

Give 2021 the best start in Exeter - whether you want to clear your mind, discover a surprising new hobbie or perfect a skill... our city is the perfect place to escape to regenerate, relax and feel brand new! 

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Clear your mind and get a breath of fresh air this New Year's Day 

Clear your mind at Devon Sculpture Park

Spend 1st January at Devon Sculpture Park, the perfect place to clear your mind ahead of a new year! Wander the green open spaces, admire the spectacular views over Mamhead and be intrigued by the fascinating sculptures. The park is open on New Year's Day for pre-booked visits, find out how to choose a slot on their website!

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Get a breath of fresh air with Stuart Line Cruises

New Year's Day celebrations may not be quite the same this year but there is still much fun to be had and 'tis the season to be jolly aboard Stuart Line Cruises' festively decorated, heated and covered vessels! So, for a unique and thoroughly enjoyable way to kick-start the New Year with your family and friends, why not visit Exmouth for a socially distanced walk along its vast sandy beach and then hop aboard Stuart Line Cruises' modern vessel for a warming River Exe Cruise! Your cruise will be led by the Skipper who will deliver an informative, live commentary, detailing the rich history, unrivalled beauty and fascinating wildlife of the Exe Estuary and surrounds, whilst friendly Crew serve warm, locally sourced mince pies and homemade mulled wine... yummy!

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Explore a new walking trail in Exeter

Even though Exeter is a compact city, we also have many wide open spaces for a peaceful, reflective stroll! If you’re looking for ways to enjoy the great outdoors in Exeter, look no further as we’ve put together a selection of walks across the city and beyond which boasts fascinating history and spectacular views - check out our blog for inspiration! 

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Discover a new skill or interest

Perfect your baking skills at One Mile Bakery 

Nothing is more delicious than the smell of freshly baked bread, so why not book yourself onto a baking course with One Mile Bakery? This fabulous Exeter bakery offers a range of baking at home classes, so that more people can bake amazing bread and bakes at home. Over the course of a fun, relaxed day, you’ll learn to bake three recipes which incorporate all the core skills and knowledge for bread-making and leave you confident to tackle any bread recipe - find out more here!

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Learn how to create striking prints at the Double Elephant 

Book yourself onto a creative print workshop at the Double Elephant, a commnity print-based studio available to anyone with a passion for art! Brush up on your skills and create your own magnificent prints this January:

• Printmaking 10 week half-day course - begins 12th January
• Screen print beginnners 5 week evening class - begins 12th January
• ‎Printmaking 10 week day course - begins 14th January‏‏‎ ‎‏‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎
• Beginners 5 week evening class - begins 14th January‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎
• Introduction to print making - 16th January‎‏‏‎ 
• Letterpress weekend - 30th/31st January

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Discover a new interest RAMM

Our award-winning Royal Albert Memorial Museum is home to over a dozen galleries and collections including world cultures, zoology, local history and geology! But the fascination doesn't stop there, the museum hosts a number of captivating exhibitions, where you might just find a new creative interest! Here's a brief insight what to expect in January:

• Brian Rice: 60 years of Paintings and Prints  - until 17th January
• Straight Laced: Corsetry through the ages - 20th January
• Anita Corbin: 100 First Women Portraits - until 21st February
• Anna Grayson: The Photographic Art Thief - until 28th February

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Learn a new skill at Exeter Phoenix

Located in the heart of our city, Exeter Phoenix offers an exciting and varied programme of theatre, dance, performance, music, film and visual arts workshops ready for you to book yourself onto! The first course of the year is the Huhtamaki Wab Sumi Ink workshop, which is an ink from East Asia traditionally used for calligraphy and brush painting. Keep an eye on their What's On page for more exciting events!

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Express yourself with art at Devon Sculpture Park

Book a Creative Wellbeing Workshop at the Devon Sculpture Park, allowing you to hone your creative skills with the guidance of a local artist. Be inspired by the spectacular views and create your own masterpiece to keep forever. These one-of-a-kind experiences include a delicious wild kitchen lunch at the Robert Adam Orangery, refreshments throughout the day and all your art equipment!