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RAW named PR Agency of the Year at Roxhill Media Awards 2026

Specialist food and drink PR agency RAW has been named ‘PR Agency of the Year’ at the 2026 Roxhill Media Awards, following a rigorous judging process led by senior national journalists.

Founded in 2011 and based in Devon, RAW is celebrating 15 years in business this year. The judges of the award commented: “This agency has been named PR Company of the Year for consistently delivering national-calibre results while remaining proudly regional, offering a truly integrated 360° service that rivals major London firms with stronger ROI and a highly collaborative client experience. By...

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Enterprise and innovation to the fore in Devon Farm Business Awards shortlist

Once again, the short-list for the Devon Farm Business awards presents a fascinating cross-section of what is happening in farming in the West Country.

The common threads running through all of the farm businesses which are up for an award at the presentation evening on the eve of this year’s Devon County Show (May 19-21) are enterprise, innovation, market focus and family farming.

The awards are organised by a partnership of the Addington Fund, the Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA) and Stephens Scown Solicitors.

Despite the current rock-bottom prices for...

Winner of Devon’s Fast Track to Growth programme revealed

A catering business that provides exciting food experiences using the West Country’s finest produce has won Fast Track to Growth Devon Pitch 2016.

Pickle Shack has secured £15,000 worth of financial strategy, PR and marketing support for the rest of the year, after a final pitch event in front of a panel of judges in Exeter.

Thirteen companies including Bluebird Care, Custodian Solutions, Otter Valley Dairy and Salcombe Distilling Company were selected for the business growth programme, developed by financial strategy experts SouthWestfd and PR, marketing and design agency...

Exeter apprentice is top of the class

An Exeter man has scooped the title of Apprentice of the Year from his employer Western Power Distribution (WPD).

Daniel Bickham, 24, from Kingsteignton, Newton Abbott, won the coveted title for the company’s South West region after joining WPD in September 2013 as an apprentice Jointer.

WPD Distribution Manager, Paul Elsen who nominated Daniel, explained: “Our apprentice recruitment programme continues to flourish and to produce outstanding nominations for the annual apprentice shield which recognises individuals who have demonstrated high standards in both their practical...

New deal puts local pork on the menu

Business continues to go from strength to strength for an Exeter family farm.

The Freemantle family has been farming pigs at Kenniford Farm on the outside of Exeter for more than 20 years.

And the farm had just signed a deal with a local pub chain Webb Enterprises to supply three local pubs with its Red Tractor approved pork.

Webb Enterprises specialises in running traditional pubs and restaurants and owns the Halfway Inn on the A3052, The Saddlers Arms at Lympstone and The Bowd Inn, Sidmouth.

Andrew Freemantle, of Kenniford Farm, said: ‘We are delighted to...

Green ideas help holiday park win gold

A family-run caravan and camping park on the East Devon coast is celebrating its latest clutch of awards.

And the team at Oakdown Holiday Park is particularly proud of one of its achievements - its David Bellamy gold award.

The award recognises Oakdown’s enduring commitment to preserving the natural environment - and it is the 20th time they have won it. It was presented to Doreen and Roger Franks at a ceremony in London.

Doreen said: ‘As we continue to develop and improve the park we are very careful to preserve and enhance the natural environment. It’s very...

Unique crowdfunding programme launches in SW

Crowd10, a crowdfunding initiative aimed at helping ambitious start-up businesses to grow, is being launched in Bristol.

Crowd10, which has been developed by crowdfunding experts IdeaSquares, will shine a light on ten of the most exciting start-ups in the South West region.

Kirsty Ranger, Founder of IdeaSquares, explained: “Equity crowdfunding is an increasingly popular method of funding for start-ups. It allows entrepreneurs to harness the power of their own network by giving their friends, family members, customers and suppliers the opportunity to become part of the...

Commercial Property Acquisition - In a Nutshell

Noel Stevens from Alder King shares his expert advise on what to consider when acquiring a commercial property.

"To avoid wasting time in pursuing the wrong property or wasting money by overpaying, you should at least understand the basic elements of commercial property acquisition," Noel comments.

He covers five main topics in his very informative video; timing, pricing, buying or leasing and planning. To find out more contact Noel via email at nstevens@alderking.com or call him on 01392 353 080

For more expert advise sharing videos, visit the In a Nutshell YouTube...

Public consultation for second phase superfast broadband programme launches

A public consultation is being launched on Wednesday 6 April to kickstart the next stage in the rollout of superfast broadband in Devon and Somerset.

Connecting Devon and Somerset (CDS), the partnership delivering the high speed programme, is starting the process to award a contract - or contracts- by the Autumn for the remainder of the second phase of the superfast roll out programme across the region.

Once the consultation has been completed by late May and responses incorporated, it will then be submitted to Broadband Delivery UK (BDUK) for clearance. The consultation...

4 Reasons Why You Should Host a Company Event or Party

Company events are often one of the first things discarded when a business needs to lower its expenses. However, you should definitely stop and think again if this is something you have been considering. A company event offers much more than a way for employees to get together and have a good time. It offers a way to boost company morale, promote creativity, and validate your employees. Keep reading for a list of four reasons why you need to host a company party this year. Promote Creativity

If your employees are stuck in an office day in day out, looking at the same four walls, it...

Digital marketing firm leads the way

A local digital marketing agency is celebrating another record breaking and successful year of growth. MiHi Digital, originally set up by Mark Worden from his living room on the Exeter Quayside, has worked with 52 new clients, taken on its first full time member of staff and grown by a further 18% in the past twelve months.

Clients now include a Visit England award-winning accommodation provider, an acclaimed Bafta and Emmy Nominated director of photography, one of the UK’s leading underfloor heating specialists and two businesses working globally.

Director of MiHi Digital...

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RAW named PR Agency of the Year at Roxhill Media Awards 2026

Enterprise and innovation to the fore in Devon Farm Business Awards shortlist

Winner of Devon’s Fast Track to Growth programme revealed

Exeter apprentice is top of the class

New deal puts local pork on the menu

Green ideas help holiday park win gold

Unique crowdfunding programme launches in SW

Commercial Property Acquisition - In a Nutshell

Public consultation for second phase superfast broadband programme launches

4 Reasons Why You Should Host a Company Event or Party

Digital marketing firm leads the way

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