National Careers Service Southwest Roadshow

National Careers Service Southwest Bus Roadshow: Free careers advice on tour

The National Careers Service Southwest bus roadshow will be offering free, expert careers advice to residents across the Southwest region. From Monday, 30th September, to Friday, 4th October, our specially equipped careers bus will visit five key locations, bringing invaluable resources and guidance directly to the communities we serve.

This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to support individuals in making informed decisions about their careers, whether they are seeking new opportunities, considering a career change, or looking to enhance their skills.

Roadshow...

Play the Lottery and help good causes deliver valuable services 

A charitable organisation that supports people living with multiple sclerosis and other long-term health conditions has urged more people to play the Exeter Community Lottery and help support the 120-plus good causes that are currently benefitting from ticket sales.

The South West MS Centre, which is based in Clyst Heath, Exeter, said the Community Lottery helped them raise money to deliver valuable services to people in need.

Caroline Aird, CEO of the South West MS Centre, said: “We offer Oxygen Therapy, Neuro physiotherapy and a number of complementary therapies, not...

Why are slot sites so popular?

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Wed, 09/11/2024 - 8:16am

Slot sites have surged in popularity in recent years, capturing the attention of UK players with their easy accessibility, wide variety of games, and thrilling potential rewards. But what makes these sites such a hit among local players, and why is their appeal growing?

Instant Entertainment

One of the primary reasons slot sites are so popular is their convenience. With a smartphone, tablet, or laptop, players can access thousands of games at any time. There's no need to visit a physical casino, and the games are available 24/7, providing instant entertainment whether you're on a...

Get involved in Women’s Rugby World Cup now

People are being offered an exciting opportunity to get involved with the Women’s Rugby World Cup in Exeter next year as a volunteer.

Organisers of the tournament have opened up Expressions of Interest for the Volunteer Programme.

The programme will help organisers assemble eight volunteer teams to support the tournament in each of the host locations, one of which is Sandy Park, Exeter.

The Women’s Rugby World Cup takes place between 22 August and 27 September in 2025. Sandy Park will play host to multiple matches in the pool phase as well as an historic quarter...

Exploring the Evolution of Rug Design Through the Ages

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 09/11/2024 - 6:28am

Rugs are not mere floor coverings for your UK home. Woven into them are threads of collective stories of culture, art and the history of mankind. Or, to be more precise, the pathway of rug design from traditional to modern reflects the changing tastes, techniques, and preferences of the world throughout history.

This blog takes you on a stimulating trip over the ages, following the evolution of rug design from its early days to its current form.

Ancient Beginnings

Rugs have a long and storied history, reaching back to the earliest civilizations of Mesopotamia, Persia and...

The choir's Salamanca tour includes Valledolid's impressive cathedral

A Concert of English Choral Music for Spain

Event Date: 
21/09/2024 - 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Venue: 
St Margaret’s Church in Topsham

As Exeter Philharmonic Choir prepares to begin its 2024/25 season of concerts this autumn following a sell-out season last year, 47 choir members will soon be packing their song sheets to travel to Salamanca in Northern Spain for a five-day tour at the end of September.

Ahead of their departure there’s an opportunity for local people to enjoy their Spanish tour repertoire at a free event near Exeter.

One of the highlights of the programme will be the performance of a new work by the choir’s Associate Director of Music, Stephen Tanner, specially commissioned for this tour....

The choir's Salamanca tour includes Valladolid's impressive Cathedral

Olé! Spain beckons for Exeter Philharmonic Choir

As Exeter Philharmonic Choir prepares to begin its 2024/25 season of concerts this autumn following a sell-out season last year, 47 choir members will soon be packing their song sheets to travel to Salamanca in Northern Spain for a five-day tour. At the end of September, the group will perform concerts in the Old Cathedral of Salamanca and Valladolid Cathedral and sing in a Mass at The Basilica of St Teresa in Avila.

Ahead of their departure there’s an opportunity for local people to enjoy their Spanish tour repertoire at a free event near Exeter. St Margaret’s Church in Topsham is...

Exeter's newest retirement community named in homage to local plant collector

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 09/10/2024 - 4:41pm

A new Retirement Living development coming soon to Exeter is to be named after a local Exeter plant collector.

McCarthy Stone , the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, has named the new development on Topsham Road as Orchid Place, paying homage to James Veitch, a respected and skilful gardener who came to Exeter in 1832 where he pioneered the use of exotic plants in British Gardens.

The development is being built on the site of the famous Buckerell Hotel, which was once the home to this celebrated plant enthusiast. Some of the plants that remain...

4 Types of Roller Shutter Doors

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 09/10/2024 - 4:05pm

Roller shutter doors are a great choice in both residential and commercial settings. They have become increasingly popular due to their durability and functionality.

Roller shutters are some of the most secure options for your home or business premises. They come in a range of styles and designs, which you can browse through here and can suit a wide selection of functions.

It’s important to consider your needs when deciding which type of roller shutters to purchase for your property, as each time offers unique advantages and functions. To ensure you find the right roller...

Council Leader: now is the time to take back control of our bus services

Exeter City Council Leader Phil Bialyk has called on Devon County Council to use proposed new powers to transform bus services in the city.

Cllr Bialyk, a former bus driver, is calling on the transport authority to use new powers unveiled by the Transport Secretary to bring bus services in house.

Cllr Bialyk said he had been inundated with requests from communities in the city for a better and more reliable service.

“We have lots of problems at the moment,” he said.

“Pointing fingers isn’t going to help, but it is fair to say a lot of people are pretty...

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