How Smart Tech is Changing the Game for Exeter's Sports Fields

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/07/2024 - 9:39am

Something exciting is happening on Exeter's sports grounds - they're getting smarter. Gone are the days of groundskeepers spending endless hours with manual marking tools. Instead, clever robots and GPS systems are stepping in to do the heavy lifting. This tech revolution is creating better, more consistent playing surfaces while being kinder to the environment.

If you've noticed your local sports field looking particularly crisp lately, there's a good reason. Across Exeter, sports venues are embracing automated solutions that are transforming how grounds are prepared and...

‘Cooking and the Crown’ with Tom Parker Bowles, joined by Mitch and Ben Tonks

Join Darts Farm in The Farm Table on Thursday 21st November for an evening with the son of Queen Camilla, food writer and restaurant critic, Tom Parker Bowles.

Throughout the evening, Tom will be sharing stories from his latest book 'Cooking and the Crown', blending history, monarchy and gastronomy as he takes guests on a journey across royal culinary history.

Recipes from 'Cooking and the Crown' will be brought to life by iconic father and son duo, Mitch and Ben Tonks alongside Darts Farm's Head Chef, Tom Chivers and The Farm Table team.

The evening includes a...

Dunelm Exeter calls on its customers to help support those in need this Christmas

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 11/06/2024 - 6:56pm

Dunelm, the Home of Homes, is aiming to make sure no one goes without a gift this Christmas with its annual charity campaign, Delivering Joy. After delivering almost a quarter of a million gifts to those in need over the past four years, Dunelm is calling on customers in Exeter for help to fulfil more Christmas wishes than ever before.

Christmas trees with tags featuring wishes from local charities including a local baby bank, a charity that supports children with additional needs, and Age UK are now up and on display in the Exeter store.

To help ensure everyone...

Stagecoach offers free travel to veterans this remembrance weekend

Stagecoach has announced that free travel will be available on all its bus services across the UK for serving military, cadets, and veterans on the 10th and 11th November 2024, in honour of Remembrance Weekend.

The offer applies to any serving personnel or cadet in uniform, those with a military ID card, and veterans wearing medals or veterans' badges attending remembrance services.

Additionally, some Stagecoach fleets will be proudly decorated with poppy graphics as a symbol of remembrance and respect, and destination screens on buses will display messages of support in...

The BTEC Sports Experience: More Than Just a Course

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Wed, 11/06/2024 - 4:07pm

Studying BTEC Sport isn't just about getting a qualification—it's about living and breathing sports. You'll analyze real matches, design workouts, and maybe even discover your calling as a future sports star or industry pro!

Remember when you watched your favorite athlete pull off an incredible move and thought, "How did they do that?" Well, after BTEC Sport, you'll know. You'll understand the science behind the swerve of a football, the psychology of a comeback, and the planning behind a perfect training session.

So, are you ready to start your BTEC Sport? In this game...

Charity’s celebration to thank its army of volunteers

More than 40 volunteers have attended a special celebration organised by Westbank Community Health and Care to thank them for their tireless hard work and dedication throughout the year.

The Exminster based charity relies on an army of volunteers to deliver its extensive range of health and wellbeing services across Devon. These include Devon Carers, which supports around 32,000 unpaid carers across the county; Westbank’s Neighbourhood Friends and Patient Transport services, which support vulnerable and isolated people in the community; the Community Cookery School; Exminster based...

Celebrating South West Business

Inaugural Twelve Awards To Celebrate Southwest Business Growth

Hot on the heels of the NatWest Regional Growth Tracker survey, which reveals that output growth in the Southwest has reached a 28-month high, the inaugural Twelve Awards 2024 are set to celebrate the businesses and individuals driving this remarkable progress.

With the shortlist now finalised, tickets are on sale for the black-tie event on 5th December at the Exeter Golf and Country Club. This first-ever awards event is poised to become a seasonal highlight, bringing together leaders and changemakers from across the Southwest.

The finalists for the twelve categories have...

Why Plinko Game Appeals to Players of All Ages

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 11/06/2024 - 8:34am

Plinko is a game that has transcended generations, appealing to players of all ages with its simplicity, excitement, and charm. Originally introduced to audiences through the iconic game show The Price is Right, Plinko has since become a famous casino and online game that attracts both young and old. The appeal of Plinko lies in its straightforward mechanics, visual entertainment, and engaging format, making it enjoyable for players of all backgrounds. This article will explore the key factors contributing to Plinko's lasting popularity across generations.

Simplicity and...

Local homebuilder makes generous donation to beach school charity

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 11/06/2024 - 7:00am

Local homebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter is proud to announce a £1,500 donation to the Charlie Duignan Foundation, a new local charity dedicated to honouring the memory of eight-year-old Charlie Duignan by promoting environmental education and beach conservation through Charlie's Beach School.

Charlie's parents, Yvette and David, established the foundation as a living legacy in which to share Charlie’s love for the beach and sea with as many people as possible. The Charlie Duignan Foundation became a registered charity in April 2024.

Charlie's journey was a...

Luck and How Randomness Shapes Our Daily Lives

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 11/06/2024 - 5:07am

Luck and randomness permeate almost every aspect of our lives. From the moment we wake up, we encounter countless random events that influence our decisions, relationships, and successes. While some may consider luck a mystical concept, randomness is grounded in science and probability. In this article, we'll explore how randomness works, the role of luck, and how we can learn to make the most of life's unpredictable nature.

The Science Behind Randomness

Randomness is the lack of predictability in an event or outcome. In mathematics, randomness is analyzed through the lens of...

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