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Shotgunned - UK-Wide Tour Kicks Off in Exeter This Weekend

Shotgunned , a brand new play written and directed by Matt Anderson, starts its 37 night UK-wide tour this weekend at Barnfield Theatre in Exeter.

Shotgunned tells the story of Dylan and Roz, a couple who unexpectedly fall out of love. It is a poignant and humorous reflection on the messy and the beautiful in relationships and how we can come up against a dead end, no matter how much we care for each other. It also speaks about our dreams and the courage and resilience it takes to follow them. In equal parts hilarious and heart-breaking, Shotgunned is a relatable and intimate...

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Leading Women UK Election Special

In the lead up to the 2015 General Election, Leading Women UK hosted a series of Election Special networking events across Devon.

These events were open to men and women and gave attendees the chance to have their questions answered by a panel of political representatives.

On Thursday 16 April the Exeter Election Special took place at the Southgate Hotel.

The network was joined by Labour candidate Ben Bradshaw; Conservative candidate Dom Morris and Green Party candidate Diana Moore.

The ‘Question Time’ style discussion was facilitated by local business-women...

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Association raises over £1,000 for charity

Members of the Exeter & Heart of Devon Hotels & Restaurants Association raised over £1,000 for three chosen charities at this year’s annual dinner. The three chosen charities were, Cancer Research UK, Hospitality Action and Equine Protection South West.

This year’s annual dinner was held at the Deer Park Country House Hotel where guests were treated to a sparkling wine reception followed by a sumptuous 5 course feast.

Mark Godfrey, MD at the Deer Park Country House Hotel was delighted to host the event saying, “There are so many exciting things happening at the Deer...

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An Evening with Damon Hill OBE

Ninety guests joined The Down’s Syndrome Association(DSA) and Down Syndrome International(DSi) at Sandy Park on February 6th for an exclusive Evening with Damon Hill OBE.

Damon Hill hosted a champagne reception and dinner before giving a unique insight in to the life behind his public persona. Damon entertained everyone with wonderful stories about his childhood, about his father Graham Hill and his own successful motor racing career which resulted in him becoming Formula One World Champion. The audience had exclusive viewings of private family photographs documenting 3 generations...

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CIHT South Western Conference and Dinner 2015

The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) held its South Western Annual Conference 2015 at Rougemont/Thistle Hotel sponsored by WSP/Parsons Brinckerhoff with broadcaster Paul Nero acting as Master of Ceremonies.

The theme of the CPD event was ‘Resilience: Infrastructure, Networks and Services’ and attracted more than 80 delegates from all over the UK.In addition, exhibitors from Haldons Ltd., Carbon Savings Alliance, ABG Ltd., Causeway and Asphalt Reinforcement Performance Specialists took stands.

Key note speaker, CIHT president David Gibby gave an...

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Van Guard celebrates accreditation

On Thursday 5 February, commercial vehicle accessories manufacturer Van Guard held a VIP event at its Exeter Headquarters to celebrate being awarded the prestigious Made in Britain accreditation – the only business in its industry to hold this marque.

The recognition follows Van Guard’s decision to reshore a large element of its manufacturing process to the UK, backing British Manufacturing while creating jobs and future-proofing their business.

In attendance were the Lord Mayor of Exeter, Percy Prowse, and the Lady Mayoress, members of ExIST and representatives from Exeter...

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Exeter players join local business chiefs

Members of the Exeter Chiefs rugby team turned out in force last night for a business forum hosted by The Rugby Players’ Association (RPA) at Sapphire Living Space in Topsham.

Organised as part of the Player Development Programme (PDP), players from the Senior and Academy squads met representatives from local industry sectors including Sapphire Spaces, Rhead Group and Bluesoup.

The Rugby Players’ Association represents the interests of professional rugby players with three areas of focus, player welfare, player development and The RPA’s Official Charity, Restart. The Player...

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Businesses and schools celebrate DEBI Awards

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Sun, 11/30/2014 - 6:01pm

After the Devon Environmental Business Initiative (DEBI) Awards took place at the Met Office in Exeter, Devon businesses and schools celebrated at a buffet provided by the Met Office.

Winners on the night were Exeter’s Real Food Store, Twool, St Sidwell’s School and Bike Bank, and the Environmental Champion was Brian O’Brien from Devon Cliffs Holiday Park in Exmouth.

Photography by Andy Robinson

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Chamber's 10th annual Business Dinner

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 11/27/2014 - 11:19am

Exeter Chamber of Commerce celebrated the 10th anniversary of their annual Business Dinner in style this year with over 320 people attending the prestigious black-tie event which took place on Friday 14 November at Sandy Park.

The guest speaker this year, sponsored by Ashfords LLP, was local sports hero, Jo Pavey. Born in Honiton, Jo won worldwide recognition when she became the oldest female European champion in history to win gold at the 10,000m at the European Championships in August.

Derek Phillips, Vice President of Exeter Chamber of Commerce said, “It was a great...

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Michael Spiers hosts champagne reception to preview new Tudor range

Luxury jewellery and watch retailer Michael Spiers, the official Rolex and Tudor retailer in the South-West region, welcomed guests to a private champagne reception.

The sparkling event was held at their Exeter store to launch the new Tudor range of Swiss watches.

Guests enjoyed an exclusive preview of the new Tudor range as the marque re-launches in the UK and Ireland, offering distinct watch collections based on Tudor’s heritage.

www.michaelspiers.co.uk

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Free legal advice at Fresha Cafe

Following the success of their previous 'drop-in' legal surgery events, Veitch Penny Solicitors will be at Fresha cafe in Sowton, Exeter each month to provide free legal advice to anyone who cares to drop by.

Friendly solicitors will be at Fresha every second Tuesday of each month (starting on 9 September) between 07:30 and 16:30 to give legal advice on a variety of legal topics including:

  • Residential and commercial property (including landlord and tenant)
  • Wills, trusts and probate
  • Employment
  • Civil disputes
  • Private client
    • ...
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