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White Stuff Ice Cream Truck Tour heads for Exeter

To celebrate 40 years, White Stuff is hitting the road with a summer ice cream truck tour, which includes a day in Exeter.

Throughout this month they’ll be serving up free scoops along the south coast, bringing their signature style and community spirit to some of the UK’s favourite seaside destinations. Visitors will also be able to ‘Spin To Win’, with the chance to win some of the brand’s 40th Anniversary product.

The tour kicks off in St Ives, where White Stuff is teaming up with St Ives Surf School to offer locals free surf lessons and gear hire on Saturday 19 July....

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Courtlands Boardwalk re-opens on Exe Estuary Trail

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Posted: Wed, 01/31/2024 - 8:33pm

Courtlands Boardwalk on the Exe Estuary Trail has re-opened following the completion of repairs.

The section of the Trail between Lympstone and Exmouth has been undergoing a major overhaul after it was found that timber structural beams and deck planks had deteriorated and become unsafe.

Over 94 tonnes of timber have been removed during the repair scheme, and it has been replaced with 70 new spans of a more durable fibre-reinforced material, known as Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP).

Around 6,000 GRP elements have been installed during the project, using more than...

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DAA introduces two new Critical Care Cars thanks to the HELP Appeal

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is excited to unveil two new Critical Care Cars which will strengthen its service and help more people needing urgent pre-hospital care.

The two new Volvo XC90’s are high performance 4-wheel drive cars which have been specially converted for their emergency role and include a blue light response kit which combine to give critical care teams the best chance of reaching a patient’s side as quickly as possible.

Each Critical Care Car is equipped with the same specialist medical equipment and medicines as the Charity’s helicopters, so their highly...

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Strong start to 2024 Southwest housing market

Independent estate agents across the Southwest feel optimistic about the housing market in 2024, according to the Experts in Property network, with many of its members reporting a New Year bounce back in activity.

After a period of political turmoil, sky high inflation and amid energy- and cost-of-living crises, the outlook at the beginning of 2023 could only get better... and it did. Over the course of last year, the UK’s political and economic landscape settled a great deal with a considerable drop in the rate of inflation, energy prices moving downward and a rise in pay growth...

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Playing an instrument linked to better brain health in older adults 

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Posted: Tue, 01/30/2024 - 11:12am

Engaging in music throughout your life is associated with better brain health in older age, according to a new study published by experts at the University of Exeter.

Scientists working on PROTECT , an online study open to people aged 40 and over, reviewed data from more than a thousand adults over the age of 40 to see the effect of playing a musical instrument – or singing in a choir - on brain health. Over 25000 people have signed up for the PROTECT study, which has been running for 10 years.

The team reviewed participants’ musical experience and lifetime exposure to...

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InExeter announces parklet initiative to enhance public space in the heart of the city

InExeter, the business improvement district for the city, is thrilled to unveil plans for the installation of two new ‘parklets’ for the city centre. The Parklets have received £50,000 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and are being commissioned by InExeter . Scheduled for installation in early February and located on Fore Street and Musgrave Row, these repurposed parking spaces will enrich the public space experience for residents and visitors to the city.

What is a Parklet?

Parklets, a growing urban trend, address challenges in areas where...

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National Trust celebrates 80th anniversary of much-loved Killerton and Holnicote

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Posted: Mon, 01/29/2024 - 10:04pm

In 1944 Sir Richard Dyke Acland and his wife Lady Anne made the decision to hand over their ancestral estates to the conservation charity as being hereditary landowners was at odds with their political beliefs. Their wish was that the land be enjoyed by everyone and for the countryside to be protected.

Today, as well as welcoming visitors throughout the year, both estates are home to pioneering nature conservation projects.

At Holnicote, these include the re-introduction of beavers to Exmoor, the Stage Zero river restoration where the River Aller has been reconnected to...

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Exeter marketing agency announces partnership with local sexual violence charity

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Posted: Mon, 01/29/2024 - 7:35pm

Exeter-based positive impact marketing agency Program has announced their partnership with First Light, a leading charity providing support for those affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.

Program will work with First Light to provide free brand, PR, and marketing services throughout 2024, with the aim of increasing the reach and impact of their vital services.

Providing essential services across the South West, First Light offers critical support to anyone affected by domestic abuse or sexual violence. The charity helps people of all ages and genders, including...

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Three key roles open within the Great South West Executive team

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Posted: Mon, 01/29/2024 - 2:32pm

Positions include two Deputy Directors to support with business insights, investment and growth

The Great South West Partnership is looking for two new Deputy Directors to join the Executive team, and an Executive Support Officer to support the Director.

The Great South West is the powerhouse brand for Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset and the Isles of Scilly. The Partnership is dedicated to driving investment and spotlighting the region’s world-class industries, businesses, and workforce.

The Deputy Director for Business Insights will shape a dynamic programme of...

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New McDonalds drive-through coming to Exeter

Exeter is in line to get a new McDonalds restaurant.

The Tesco Digby store in Russell Way could soon be home to a new drive-through McDonalds.

But the fast food giant’s application to Exeter City council has already attracted protests on the grounds that it will lead to extra traffic and potential anti-social behaviour.

McDonalds wants to build a new restaurant with drive-through facility, car parking, landscaping and ‘customer order display’ boards on a vacant car park area alongside the Tesco store.

The application, which is included on the city...

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Volunteer Fayre to showcase 60 local organisations looking for new recruits

Exeter’s popular Volunteer Fayre is back on Thursday, 21 March for the third year running.

It brings together 60 local voluntary groups, charities and not-for-profit organisations, all of which are looking to recruit new volunteers!

The Fayre, which takes place at Exeter Cathedral, is being organised by local charity, Exeter Community Initiatives, which helps people to improve wellbeing and build skills, supports families facing challenges and hardships, and helps communities to thrive.

Entry to the Fayre is free and visitors will have the chance to find out...

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