East Devon District Council (EDDC) is launching StartSmart , a new business support programme designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and startup businesses across East Devon build strong, sustainable foundations from day one.
The programme will officially launch with a free startup event on Tuesday 17 March, 10am–2pm, at the East Devon Business Centre, Honiton (EX14 1SF). The event is aimed at anyone looking to start a business in East Devon, as well as those who have launched a business within the last three years.
The StartSmart launch event will bring together expert...
Discover the Joy of Floral Creation – Perfect for Solo Relaxation or Shared Fun.
Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in a tranquil morning of creativity and connection at our 2.5-hour floral workshop. We will make a beautiful arrangement for you to take home.
Held in our purpose-designed studio in a stunning rural setting, this is your chance to craft your own floral masterpiece in an environment of peace and inspiration.
What to Expect:
All materials provided: Everything you need perfectly sourced...
Discover the Joy of Floral Creation – Perfect for Solo Relaxation or Shared Fun.
Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in a tranquil morning of creativity and connection at our 2.5-hour floral workshop when we will make a beautiful arrangement. Held in our purpose-designed studio in a stunning rural setting, this is your chance to craft your own floral masterpiece in an environment of peace and inspiration.
What to Expect:
All materials provided: Everything you need perfectly sourced for you, including use of tools...
Taster day - Become a Florist for a Day – Professional Floristry Taster Experience - suitable for all abilities.
Have you ever wondered what it would really feel like to become a florist?
Not just arranging flowers at home — but training properly…Understanding technique…Working with professional materials…and discovering whether floristry could become more than a hobby?
This immersive one-day experience is designed for anyone considering a career in floristry — or simply longing to explore their creativity in a professional studio environment.
IMP Software, trusted by more than 570 MATs and 6,500 schools across England, has announced the official launch and roll-out of IMP Finance, a next-generation finance platform developed specifically for multi-academy trusts.
Part of the IMP unified platform alongside IMP Planner, IMP Purchasing and IMP ICFP, IMP Finance is built on budget-led design, ensuring accuracy at source and workflows shaped around real trust life. Because IMP Finance is part of the unified platform, not connected to it, there is one set of finance codes, one chart of accounts, one version of the truth. In...
One of the UK’s premier entertainment destinations, Tenpin, is pleased to announce that the refurbishment of Tenpin Exeter is scheduled for completion on March 27th.
The Exeter team is excited to share its transformation, which will be packed with bigger and better entertainment than previously seen. Designed to offer unforgettable experiences for family days out, social get-togethers and celebrations, customers will be able to enjoy several brand-new attractions.
The updated venue will feature 26 state-of-the-art bowling lanes, alongside two new private karaoke rooms...
With Mother’s Day approaching, former Devon primary school teacher turned author KJ Akay, 80, has an extra reason to celebrate after achieving two Amazon bestseller rankings in 2026 — a milestone made even more special thanks to the support of her son, Devon’s Natural Mr Universe champion, Ed Akay.
Akay, known in her teaching career as Jennifer Akay, taught at Branscombe C of E Primary School from 1996 to 2008 and also worked as a supply teacher across Devon. Passionate about English, she was known for inspiring children to develop a love of reading and writing — something that...
Dozens of young runners will soon be charging down the famous home straight at Exeter Racecourse when the much-loved Family Day returns on Sunday, 22 March.
The annual event gives children a rare opportunity to experience the thrill of race day for themselves, sprinting along the same stretch of turf as the racehorses. With race commentary echoing across the course as they run for the finishing post, it is a moment that makes young participants feel like champions.
The children’s dash has become one of the highlights of the day and a firm favourite for families across...
Ms Cara Patel, PhD Researcher at the University of Exeter and UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, will join the healthcare chorus in the London premiere of LIFELINE , a musical shining a light on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the growing global health threat often referred to as antibiotic resistance.
Cara will perform alongside West End actors during LIFELINE ’s London run at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, which begins on 28 March.
AMR is one of the most pressing health challenges of our time. Drug‑resistant infections already claim more than one million lives each...
The Ted Wragg Multi-Academy Trust has been shortlisted for the Staff Development Award (for trusts with 13+ schools) at the upcoming MAT Excellence Awards.
The award recognises trusts that demonstrate outstanding commitment to developing and supporting their staff. The Ted Wragg Trust has long been dedicated to growing great people through exceptional, inclusive, and ambitious professional development – all underpinned by the Ted Wragg Institute.
People are at the heart of the trust’s mission to transform lives, strengthen communities and make the world a better place....
