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'St Gudula' stands by the River Swincombe on Dartmoor

Ancient Holy Well Forms Centrepiece for new Dartmoor Community Pageant

The spirit of a medieval saint will be evoked in a new community ritual for Dartmoor, which aims to reconnect people with water and the land.

St Gudula’s Well in Ashburton, an ancient holy well, will be the focus of the ceremony, which will honour water as the source of all life, and also celebrate the start of summer.

‘Gudula’s Gathering’ has been conceived by events curator and writer Kirsteen McNish, and Helen Bruce of the Dartmoor Preservation Association, as the closing event for the Dartmoor Tors Festival.

It will incorporate a community procession and a...

Can I claim compensation without a solicitor?

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 03/24/2022 - 10:22pm

It’s a question that many people ask – can they claim compensation without a solicitor? Well, the answer is yes, you can, but you may not get the payout that you were rightly due, and it may take much longer than when you have professional legal representation.

Specialist legal knowledge is needed to make a successful compensation claim, and if you try to go it alone, you’re likely to lose out. Solicitors such as those at Claims Action are experts in the field of accident and injury law, and they know exactly what needs to be done to get you the very best result.

What are...

5 Gift Ideas for a Christian Friend

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 03/24/2022 - 6:05pm

Buying gifts can be tricky. We want to get something that our friends will love, but it can be hard to know what people like, or even what they need or might already have. The older we get, the more difficult gifting seems to become as our friends and family want for less and offer wholly unhelpful advice such as “oh I like everything” or “you don’t have to get me anything”.

If the friend that you are shopping for is a proud Christian, you’ve got a great place to start. Their religion is bound to be an important part of their life, so there’s something that you know about them...

Can Exeter businesses do more to protect national water supplies?

Exeter-based Smarti Environmental, the UK's leading waterless urinal provider, is urging businesses to play their part in the battle against needless water wastage following World Water Day and the Environment Secretary Minister Rebecca Pow’s call for the greater adoption of water efficient products.

Last year, as part of the Government’s drive to protect national water supplies, seven new areas were designated as being under serious water stress. These include the Bournemouth area of South West Water, the Isles of Scilly, Severn Trent Water, South Staffordshire Water, Wessex Water...

4 fun, easy and mess-free birthday party ideas

We all know that birthday parties can be a pain to organise, even if the end result is a lot of fun for everyone. Then there’s the post-party clean-up which can add hours more to proceedings.

If you’re looking for ways to whittle down the amount of effort this all involves, without sacrificing anyone’s enjoyment, here are a few handy tips and tricks which will make your next birthday party a breeze.

Swap candles for an ice fountain

Birthday candles are a traditional inclusion on any cake, but they aren’t the most convenient thing because of the likelihood of wax dripping...

Foot Anstey and the Retail Trust join forces to launch anti-harassment certification for the retail industry

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP and the UK’s retail industry charity, the Retail Trust have launched a new certification aimed at protecting and reassuring shop workers as they face rising levels of abuse and inappropriate behaviour.

Several well-known retailers are now in talks to commit to The Retailers Against Harassment Certification which has been designed to create safer working environments for staff. Participating employers will work with Foot Anstey and the Retail Trust to review and improve the measures they have in place to protect their workers and deal with any...

Scientists use vaccination to successfully treat COVID-19 for first time 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/21/2022 - 9:51pm

Doctors have successfully used vaccination to treat a patient with COVID-19 in what is thought to be the first instance of the vaccine being used for therapy instead of prevention.

Ian Lester, 37, a dispensing optician from Pontypridd who has a rare genetic immunodeficiency, tested positive for COVID-19 for seven-and-a-half months after catching the virus.

The virus was finally cleared from his body after clinicians from the Immunodeficiency Centre for Wales used two doses of the Pfizer vaccine to treat him and scientists from Cardiff University monitored his immune...

Everything you need to know about true gold jewellery

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 03/21/2022 - 3:30pm

In a world of ever-changing fashion trends, there's one piece of jewellery that always seems to remain in style: gold. Gold jewellery has been worn by kings and queens, celebrities, and everyday people for centuries, and it's easy to see why. Gold is elegant, classic, and versatile, making it the perfect choice for any outfit or occasion. But how do you know if you're buying real gold? And what are the different types of gold jewellery available? Keep reading for all the answers!

1. What is solid gold jewellery and what are the benefits of owning it

Solid Gold jewellery is the...

Social Media throwback

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 03/16/2022 - 4:46pm

A life without social media is unimaginable. Nowadays, everything goes through the internet and the whole world is interacting with it. Social Media changed the work environment and life. On the positive side, it connects people all over the world professionally and personally. On relationships with family and friends, it was another option to interact with each other easier and faster. Catching up on the latest news and interests was the best way over social media when you were living abroad. On the other hand, social media is also controlling other people’s life, is toxic and hurt...

Baby grand pianos: Everything you need to know in 2022

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 03/15/2022 - 10:10pm

Pianos are magical instruments that produce musical notes. The soft and delicate keystrokes of a piano create the sweetest sounds loved by all. Indeed, it is difficult for true music lovers to resist piano music. Grand pianos from the Coach House Pianos are the best for quality sounds, but nevertheless, they are big, heavy and occupy a large space. So if you want comparable sound quality and other exciting features all packed up in a small package, baby pianos are all you need. They are not only elegant but are also affordable and multipurpose. Moreover, these are perfect for daily use...

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