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Halloween In Exeter: 5 Things To Do

Halloween is right around the corner on October 31st, and there are plenty of spooky activities in and around Exeter to get your hair standing on end. Of course, if you’re not one who enjoys things that go bump in the night, Exeter also offers some Halloween-related fun that won’t have you sleeping with the lights on.

A great way to get into the Halloween spirit is to go carve your own pumpkin at Powderham Castle . The cost is around £3 per pumpkin, and you’ll receive an entire carving kit and one hour to create a goofy, scary, or fearsome pumpkin that you can take home with you...

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Barratt in Exeter supports apprenticeships with marketing appointment

Five star housebuilder Barratt Developments has appointed a new marketing apprentice in Exeter as part of expansion plans in the south west.

Finlay McBay has joined the Exeter-based team which looks after Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes in the region.

The 19 year old who lives in Kenton is the second marketing apprentice to join the team in the last year. The first, Barney Munn, has already been promoted to marketing executive.

“I was attracted to the role because it offered me a chance to use both my technical skills along with my creative ones,” said Finlay...

Trust strengthens international conservation links

Trust strengthens international conservation links

Authored by Paigntonzoo
Posted: Thu, 05/23/2019 - 11:57am

Staff from a South West conservation charity have been on a 12,000-mile round trip to help secure the future of a strange nocturnal mammal.

Animal experts John Meek (Newquay Zoo Curator) and Owen Taylor (Paignton Zoo Head Keeper of Mammals) and scientist Dr Andrew Bowkett (Wild Planet Trust Field Conservation & Research Programmes Manager) travelled to Vietnam recently on behalf of the Owston’s civet.

The three attended a workshop about this curious carnivore, held meetings with partner organisations and visited wildlife rescue centres. The species is a special focus of...

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New appointment bolsters housebuilders’ presence in south west

Barratt Developments, which includes Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes is cementing its commitment to creating new homes across the south west, by appointing a new land director.

David Matthews will be based in Exeter and responsible for land acquisition - allowing the five star housebuilders to expand their presence in the region.

With 18 years’ experience within the industry, David has worked in roles at locations across the country, after graduating from Southampton Solent University with a Business degree.

“I chose to work in construction when I left...

3 Tips to Start Boiler Repair and Cleaning Business

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Wed, 05/22/2019 - 11:14pm

Folks who want to start their own business should take boiler repair and cleaning business into account. This business is perfect for entrepreneurial mindsets as the profit margin is very high. Also, the work is not very hectic or complex. So, in every aspect, it can be a good option if you are looking for an idea to start your personal business forms mall scale. You can then expand it with time when you learn everything about it.

This article is also about the repair and cleaning boiler business , but we are going to share with the top tips and tricks of how you can start it....

Visit The Donkey Sanctuary this May half term, for a week packed full of family fun.

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 05/22/2019 - 12:21pm

The Donkey Sanctuary has a packed week of fun and activities this May half term, as it continues its Golden Anniversary celebrations.

The Spring Family Dog Show, held on Sunday 26 May, is bound to be popular with families and their canine pals alike. It promises to have something for everyone, including a whole host of activities for the family pooch.

The fun dog show features 15 different classes, from the perfect puppy to the prettiest pooch, and best junior handler, to the best biscuit catcher. Four legged visitors will also have the opportunity to show off their agility...

Do You Need Taxi Insurance to Work as a Cab Driver?

There are lots of reasons to envy taxi drivers. Driving a taxi is an incredibly liberating experience, and it is a job that offers flexible hours and potentially excellent pay. Even with the rise of Uber , there are still lots of people looking to get into the role of a traditional taxi driver, and it isn’t hard to see why.

One of the biggest attractions of becoming a taxi driver is that there are very few barriers to entry. While those who have a criminal record for serious offences may not be able to obtain the necessary taxi operators’ licence, just about anyone with a full...

Shortlisted for awards

On the CILEx Awards shortlist

All three nominations put forward for The Family Law Company have made the shortlist for this year’s CILEx Awards.

These national awards serve to recognise individuals and firms that provide the highest quality of service and those that show a commitment to encouraging people from diverse backgrounds to realise they can have a career in the legal profession.

Director Donna Hart has been shortlisted in the Joyce Arram Memorial Award for Advancing the Legal Profession, which recognises those who promote access to the legal profession and inspire future generations of legal...

Donkeys take centre stage at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

The Donkey Sanctuary has opened its Artisan Garden with a pair of donkeys at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Travelling from their Guardian home at Mudchute Park and Farm on the Isle of Dogs, Skooby and Harley stood calmly, demonstrating ‘Why Donkeys Matter’.

The garden marks The Donkey Sanctuary’s 50th anniversary and is designed to showcase the charity’s international work. Using water as its central theme, the garden demonstrates how owning a donkey means access to clean, fresh water for some of the poorest and most vulnerable communities in the world.

A key...

Exeter Chamber of Commerce launches new survey on the successes and challenges of Exeter businesses

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/20/2019 - 8:44am

Exeter Chamber of Commerce has launched a new survey to study the successes and challenges of Exeter businesses. The survey will provide greater insight into the reality of running a business in the Greater Exeter area and celebrate business achievements

Businesses operating in the Greater Exeter area will be invited to tell the Chamber their biggest challenge and greatest successes from the last twelve months. Exeter Chamber will compile a report with key learnings available to Chamber members. This report will showcase the city’s top ten successes, recognising these with an...

Have your say about NHS waiting times at Exeter event

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/20/2019 - 8:37am

Patients can have their say on waiting for NHS treatment as part of new Exeter research which could influence health policy.

Members of the public are invited to take part in a workshop, held as part of a study examining how waiting for medical treatment is connected to people’s anxiety about their health, and how this time can be made more positive.

During the daytime event, held on 22 May at Exeter Central Library, academics from the University of Exeter will ask people about their own experiences. Participants will also be able to work with the researchers to plan future...

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