Steam rising from a hot shower. The soft tap of flooring beneath bare feet. You want more than a functional washroom. You want a space that reflects a sense of renewal. Maybe you are planning a full renovation. Or you are looking for finishes that make cleaning easier. Or perhaps you simply need a fresh layout that works better for your routine. Exploring the different popular bathroom styles in the UK and Ireland is the first step to shaping a space that matches how you want to live.
Across Ireland and the UK, bathroom design is not only about fixtures. It is about creating a...
For many skiers, the cost of transportation from airport to resort is an ancillary fee that can make or break the vacation. Private transfers are quick and efficient; however, they tend to be more expensive and not fit within the travel budget at times. Shared shuttles, on the other hand, are just that shared; the costs are less because so many people are splitting the fare and using the service at the same time. However, cost savings are only part of the benefit. Exploring why shared shuttles are better options for a ski transfer involves commonality of need, convenience, group size and...
Live music fans are set for another celebration of amazing entertainment in the Devon countryside as TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham confirms its return for 2026.
Following its debut outing at the historic country estate this July, which saw headline performances from Duran Duran and Basement Jaxx, Live Nation’s Cuffe and Taylor are now planning for a bigger and better event next summer with plans to unveil the first 2026 headliner in the coming weeks.
Cuffe and Taylor have already invested heavily in the venue’s infrastructure, redesigning the site and introducing a...
Offshoring (decentralizing operations in different, cheaper countries) has been the norm for manufacturing companies for decades. Asian countries have been chosen the most, thanks to the low-budget labor and large-scale production capabilities. Yet in recent years, reshoring and nearshoring have emerged as compelling alternatives , reshaping global supply chains and offering new opportunities to countries, companies and workers.
What’s the problem with offshoring?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the difficulties of a completely offshore-relying strategy have emerged. For months and...
Staff and residents at Cumberland Grange Care Home in Exeter are celebrating because two of the homes much-loved characters, Avril Tucker and Brian Edwards, have been elected as Resident Ambassadors, a role they are extremely proud of and one they do very well. With their kindness and support to new and existing residents, no one at Cumberland Grange could think of better people to represent them.
Originally from London and living in another care home at the time, Avril moved down to Cumberland Grange in August 2022 to be closer to her sister-in-law. She said: ‘I arrived here and...
Two Ted Wragg Trust schools, St James School in Exeter and Marine Academy Primary in Plymouth, have been appointed as Lead Schools for the Department for Education’s new Attendance and Behaviour Hubs programme.
They are among the first 21 schools nationally to be selected for this prestigious role, leading the way in supporting schools across the country to improve attendance, strengthen behaviour cultures and create supportive environments where every child can thrive.
Both schools previously served as Behaviour Hub Leads between 2022-2024, in recognition of the...
Devon-based Sandford Orchards’ Red Zero has just won gold and been named Best Non-Alcoholic Cider at the World Cider Awards, less than a year after it was launched. This latest achievement follows gold awards from Taste of the West and The Farm Shop and Deli Awards, with undoubtedly more to come.
Barny Butterfield, founder of Sandford Orchards comments: “We took our time creating Red Zero because we like to do things properly at Sandford Orchards. It was not the first non-alcoholic cider to market but we like to think that it is one of the best and it seems that the experts agree....
Exeter is set to host two enthralling Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-finals at Sandy Park this weekend.
The tournament, which kickstarted on August 22nd, has already been seen as a generational moment for women’s rugby, with it expected to become the most viewed women’s rugby event of all time.
It has already smashed records as the fastest-selling edition of the tournament ever, with more than 400,000 tickets sold, and tickets are still available for this weekend’s quarter-final action at Exeter’s Sandy Park.
The Birdhouse Café in Exeter’s Pinces Gardens has launched a £20,000 crowdfunding campaign to expand its indoor space and renovate the kitchen to ensure this popular community hub can thrive all year round.
The café provides vital paid work opportunities for adults with learning disabilities from Garland Support , enabling them to learn new skills and interact with customers. As a social enterprise, any profits go back into the community.
Currently, the indoor space is limited to two small rooms. By knocking down a dividing wall, the café can create more customer seating...
The Family Law Company is the first specialist law firm to be awarded a nationally recognised CX mark by customer experience specialist, insight6 .
This is in recognition of the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering the very best customer experience.
Head of HR and Training, Jessica Everett explained: “Our clients are often coping with highly stressful situations that require sensitive responses and compassionate support. We know we need to be consistent in how we treat every enquiry and create a safe, empathetic experience from the very first contact.”
