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What to Write in a Valentine’s Day Card: Express Your Love Perfectly

Valentine’s Day has a way of putting even the most confident people on the spot. You may already have the gift sorted, but when it comes to the card, the words suddenly feel harder than expected. That is because a Valentine’s message is not about saying more. It is about saying what truly matters.

Let’s guide you on what to write in a Valentine's greetings, whether you are sending a traditional paper card or an Ozami digital greetings card that feels genuine, warm, and unforgettable. Along the way, you will find real examples, practical tips, and ideas that make writing easier,...

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Chalk & Ward Advertising say Thank You

Chalk & Ward Advertising recently held a ‘Thank You’ party for all those involved in making their move from The Quay to Southernhay a smooth transition.

Managing Director Robert Chalk said; “We were very lucky to have had such good people working on our behalf, the architect and builders did a fantastic job on the building renovations and turned it around really quickly. Similarly, everyone on the legal side and tech support were also brilliant, getting us up and running on time. We felt it was really important to get everyone together and say thank you, it was a fantastic...

Business Network South West - Summer Business Lunch

70 decision makers from the local business community attended the summer Business Networking (SW) lunch held at Sandy Park, Exeter.

Guests were welcomed with a glass of wine and enjoyed a two-course sit-down lunch followed by a presentation from Spencer B. Hodgetts on Nature’s Brilliance in Business.

There was also a free pre-lunch seminar on ‘Sales through Service’ hosted by Guy Arnold.

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Jurassic Classic soars to success

Over 1,000 cyclists took to their saddles last weekend (Sunday 11 August) for the second Jurassic Classic cycling event organised by Prostate Cancer UK, raising over £100,000 for the charity and putting the Jurassic Classic firmly on the cycling map.

Riders of all abilities – aged from 12 to 70 and from all over the country - gathered in East Devon to take part in the 100mile, 100km or 50km routes experiencing fantastic weather and stunning scenery along the Jurassic coastline. The event was a sell-out, with the number of riders taking part on the day exceeding all expectations....

Ben Bradshaw at Exeter Chamber‘s July Networking Lunch

Exeter Chamber of Commerce welcomed guest speaker, local Labour MP Ben Bradshaw to its monthly Networking Lunch, which this month was held at The Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) on Tuesday 23 July with over 100 members and guests attending.

Ben updated members on his work for Exeter and Westminster and took questions from attendees. Ben highlighted the increased resilience Exeter has shown during the last few years considering the economic climate and said he remains optimistic about Exeter’s sustainable growth with some big retailers like John Lewis and IKEA coming to the city...

Afternoon Tea at the Magdalen Chapter for Devon's brilliant businesswomen

Devon finalists in NatWest Venus Awards, dubbed ‘The Working Women’s Oscars’, have been treated to afternoon tea at the luxurious Magdalen Chapter Hotel in Exeter. The event, which was also attended by several members of the local media, was held to give to give the finalists an opportunity to meet each other and their sponsors.

The awards were launched in March and the finalists where whittled down, by the judges and in some cases, public vote, from thousands of nominations to just 42 finalists – 12 of whom will be announced as winners at the grand awards ceremony at Exeter...

Shipman Financial Planning Women at One Network

Shipman Financial Planning launched their SFP Women at One network on Thursday 20 June with a lunch held at Southernhay House for local business women. Their guest speaker was the inspiring Deborah Clark, proprietor of Southernhay House and Burgh Island who sparked an interesting debate.

SFP Women at One is a network organised by Shipman Financial Planning for local business women to share their skills and build relationships with other professionals. The network will meet on a quarterly basis with guest speakers and exciting and varied events involving group members, all of which...

Lunchtime networking for city professionals

Around 15 members of the Gilbert Stephens Lunch Club enjoyed a two-course luncheon at The Conservatory located on North Street.

The bi-monthly event, organised by the Devon-based law firm, is held at various venues in and around Exeter and gives professionals from the city the chance to meet in an informal setting.

For information on upcoming events arranged by the Gilbert Stephens Lunch Club, please email alistair.heron@gilbertstephens.co.uk

Radiance MediSpa hold their first corporate event

Exeter-based Radiance MediSpa run by mother and daughter team Dr Ros Debenham and Katie Debenham hosted its first corporate event since opening in the spring. The title of this month’s event was ‘Visioning your business’. The luxurious venue was utilised by GrowthAccelerator which helps small businesses expand with on-going support for business strategy.

Guests were welcomed with a glass of champagne and enjoyed taster sessions from Radiance MediSpa therapists followed by presentations from Katharine Bourke of GrowthAccelerator and Dr Ros Debenham.

Exeter residents dusting off their 'dancing' trainers for Cancer Research UK

Next Sunday, 30 brave participants from Exeter and beyond, will be dusting off their trainers and perfecting their shimmying at 'The Ultimate Danceathon' for Cancer Research UK. Three local instructors will be joining forces to deliver three hours of dance fitness. Included in the day will be the ever-popular 'Zumba', up-and-coming Bollywood fitness sensation 'Just Jhoom!', and 'Swagga Fit'; a fantastic new workout developed by the local 'Vibes Dance Company'!

'The Ultimate Danceathon' will be taking place at Active Fitness near Topsham, and places are still available for anyone...

Sapphire Living 'shaken but not stirred' for Bond night

Last week, Sapphire Living hosted a glamorous evening of canapés and cocktails for its Bond-themed Night, including cars fit for 007 himself from Grange Aston Martin Exeter, not to mention exotic food demonstrations from co-author of the River Cottage Fish Book , Nick Fisher. Both Bang & Olufsen and SingleSwitch were on hand with some gadgets and home automation systems to give Q a run for his money. The successful event attracted approximately 60 people.

Photos: Matt Austin

Social Diary

What to Write in a Valentine’s Day Card: Express Your Love Perfectly

Chalk & Ward Advertising say Thank You

Business Network South West - Summer Business Lunch

Jurassic Classic soars to success

Ben Bradshaw at Exeter Chamber‘s July Networking Lunch

Afternoon Tea at the Magdalen Chapter for Devon's brilliant businesswomen

Shipman Financial Planning Women at One Network

Lunchtime networking for city professionals

Radiance MediSpa hold their first corporate event

Exeter residents dusting off their 'dancing' trainers for Cancer Research UK

Sapphire Living 'shaken but not stirred' for Bond night

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