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Watermeadow Grange hosted inspiring public sessions with endurance adventurer Louis Alexander

Watermeadow Grange opened its doors to the local Topsham community for two packed public sessions showcasing the power of mindset and elite mental resilience.

The event, titled ‘An Audience with Louis Alexander, ’ featured the 26-year-old endurance adventurer and three-time world record holder sharing the extraordinary stories behind his global feats.

The talk comes right ahead of his newly announced world-first attempt this July to kayak seven of the deadliest ocean crossings on Earth. This perilous 300-mile journey marks the final chapter of his ‘Trilogy of the Seven...

Prestigious speakers announced for major South West business conference on region’s role in powering up the UK economy

Authored by Program
Posted: Mon, 07/08/2024 - 12:00pm

Leading figures from business, politics and academia to spotlight why the South West matters to the UK economy

The ' Delivering for the UK ' conference taking place on 13 September at Sandy Park in Exeter has announced the first set of leading speakers and panellists, who will be showcasing the national importance of the Great South West region and why it matters to the future success of the UK economy.

It will be the first major event in the region following the general election, and provides the ideal platform to hear about the plans of the new Government and what the...

Office team celebrating 25 years

25 volunteer days up for grabs as Optix celebrates milestone anniversary

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 07/08/2024 - 11:55am

Exeter digital marketing specialist Optix Solutions is marking its 25th anniversary with a very special pledge.

Each member of staff will be given a day over the next 12 months to use for volunteering with a local charity or CIC.

Optix MD Rob Stevens explained: “The idea struck us as an especially positive way to mark this really important milestone - and fittingly, we have 25 members of staff!

“At the heart of our business is a genuine commitment to social responsibility; we’re currently supporting a local charity pro bono with rebranding and website work and...

Police Fund helps Exeter football club launch Future Leaders Academy

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 07/05/2024 - 10:03pm

An Exeter football club who applied for community funding were delighted to score an important goal for their future recently.

Central FC is based in the city and the team train at King George V playing fields. The club was founded back in 1994 so this year marks their 30th anniversary.

With the Euros football tournament in full swing and England still in the competition, the Exeter club are gearing up for a busy time ahead.

Lawrence Schneck, committee member and treasurer of the club, explained: “Next season, we are excited to launch the Future Leaders Academy...

EAST DEVON: Conservatives narrowly take Exmouth and Exeter East with 121 vote majority

Conservative candidate David Reed has won the new Exmouth and Exeter East (triple E) seat for his party with a nail-biting 121 majority.

Mr Reed secured 14,728 votes, narrowly beating Labour’s Helen Dallimore who received 14,607 votes.

The win helps the Conservatives avoid a total whitewash in Devon, although Mel Stride’s majority of just 61 would have caused nails at his count to have been chewed down to the knuckle.

Across the county, the Conservatives lost the majority of its seats.

The triple-EEE count at Exeter Science Park was pitched as being a...

Exeter home care agency is one of the Top 20 home care providers in the South West

Right at Home Exeter and Exmouth has won an award for being one of the Top 20 home care providers in the South West.

There are 1015 home care providers in the South West and 12,578 home care providers in the UK.

The top 20 home care providers in the South West received the award from the leading reviews site for home care, www.homecare.co.uk , which hosts the Top 20 awards to help people find care that is right for their needs, budget and location.

Nearly a million disabled and older people receive care at home so they can continue to live independently in their...

New director joins Additive Catchments to support mission to regenerate UK's rivers

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 07/04/2024 - 10:05am

Additive Catchments , a leader in innovative water monitoring and protection solutions based in the South West, today announced the appointment of Robin Smale as their newest director.

Robin Smale, founder of Vivid Economics, a strategic economics consultancy with broad sustainability capabilities, brings extensive experience in green finance, natural capital, and nature-based solutions to the impact-driven tech company.

Rob Passmore, CEO at Additive Catchments, said: “Robin's expertise in environmental economics and his proven track record in building successful,...

Explore Exeter on a cycling city break around the neighbourhood

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 07/03/2024 - 11:09am

Life in Exeter is peaceful and free of stress from the city, as the scenic countryside and coastal environment make it the perfect place for a relaxing time off. The town is near the sea, so walking around the shore early in the morning is ideal for making the most out of it. The weather shifts from cool to comfortable. If you’re rather into warm summer vacations, it would be best to choose another spot.

While Exeter isn’t a big city, you’ll always find something to do alone or with friends and family. The history of Exeter is quite interesting, and you can learn more about it by...

Devon man wins silver for the UK at INBA Natural Bodybuilding World Championship

Devon based model and entrepreneur Ed Akay made his Men’s Physique bodybuilding competition aged 40 in May 2024, by mid June he had won silver medal for the UK at the INBA Natural Bodybuilding Championship in the Netherlands.

Ed was part of Team UK (organised by UKDFBA – UK Drug Free Bodybuilding) and competed in two categories, Physically Challenged (where he won silver) and Mens Master Physique over 40 where he held his own against very experienced competition. What makes this story even more unique is that Ed was the only competitor in the contest to compete in both a physically...

Festival

More than survival for Bear Grylls Gone Wild Festival

Authored by CJC_Media
Posted: Tue, 07/02/2024 - 7:57am

Gone Wild Festival with Bear Grylls thrives amidst industry challenges as sell-out beckons for both venues.

Bear Grylls’ Gone Wild Festival is returning this year with two incredible locations: Holkham Hall in Norfolk (8-11th August) and Powderham Castle in Devon (22-25th August) with only 250 family tickets left for the ultimate family adventure.

The festival industry has seen a staggering decline, with 172 festivals going out of business since 2019. Operational costs have soared by a third over the past three years, placing immense pressure on event organisers. Despite...

Exeter Symphony Orchestra present a concert of music by Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky

The Exeter Symphony Orchestra under conductor Arturo Serna is staging a concert of music by Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky on Saturday 20 July 2024 at 7.30pm in Exeter Cathedral.

This special concert – the highlight of ESO’s year – features the internationally distinguished cellist, Natalie Clein, performing great music in the fabulous setting of Exeter Cathedral.

The concert opens with the vivacious and effervescent Festive Overture (Opus 96) by Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975). Described modestly by the composer as “just a short work, festive or celebrative in spirit”,...

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