Cofton Holidays to feature on Channel 5's Rich Holiday, Poor Holiday

South Devon’s multi award-winning holiday park, Cofton Holidays, is set to hit the nation’s TV screens this March when it features in Channel 5’s Rich Holiday, Poor Holiday.

Following the success of its house-swapping documentary series, Rich House, Poor House, Channel 5’s new reality show will follow two families with very different household incomes as they swap holidays.

Episode two, due to air on Sunday 1st March at 9pm , follows wealthy Cheshire entrepreneur Jude Cisse and her family as they swap their luxury villa in Morocco for a caravan at Cofton Holidays near...

World-class musician Nitin Sawhney to star in ‘Creative Dialogues’ event

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/24/2020 - 1:24pm

One of the most important musicians of his generation will give a fascinating new insight into his influential and innovative work, during a special event at the University of Exeter.

Ivor Novello award-winner Nitin Sawhney CBE will be the star attraction at the forthcoming ‘Creative Dialogues’ event at the University, on March 3rd.

During the event the producer, songwriter, DJ, multi-instrumentalist, orchestral composer and cultural pioneer will discuss his culturally iconic work, from collaborations with Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck and Nelson Mandela to creating the score...

Dirty Martini Marketing win Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink contract

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/24/2020 - 12:34pm

Months of planning came to fruition for Exeter based creative marketing agency, Dirty Martini, after being handed the exciting baton that is the Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink. In just a few short years, the once ‘one-man-band’ marketing agency has blossomed into a strong team of professionals, working hard to shout about the bustling business and event scenes that Exeter boasts. The pairing of the Festival and Dirty Martini may seem like a natural fit to many. After years of working with local hospitality hotspots, Dirty Martini has branched out into representing a range...

Tips to Help You Plan a Successful Event

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Mon, 02/24/2020 - 11:26am

Are you in charge of planning your company's next big event? What about your best friend's wedding? If you lack experience in this department, you need some advice on how to plan a successful event.

It is understandable if you feel pressured about the additional responsibilities that you have. Being an event planner is not an easy responsibility to take. People expect a lot from you.

Instead of feeling pressured and nervous, you should do something that will prove to them that you can handle a large scale event. With the help of companies like House of Party Planning , you...

Exeter set for 2,500 jobs boost as developers buy historic park

A luxury residential and commercial developer has bought an historic estate to kick-start a major project - and a huge 2,500 jobs boost for the city.

Burrington Estates today announced the purchase of Winslade Park, in Clyst St Mary, which is set in 86 acres of parkland on the outskirts of Exeter.

The acquisition, which includes an 18th century Grade II-listed manor house, is the first step towards plans to provide 150 new homes and 125,000 ft of commercial office space at the heart of a new purpose-built community.

It will also be home to a £10m leisure complex...

Santa Cycle

Event Date: 
21/11/2020 - 7:30am to 12:30pm
Venue: 
University Exeter Sports Ground Topsham

Get the whole family in the mood for Christmas by joining us for our annual Santa Cycle on Saturday 21st November.

We start at the University of Exeter Topsham Sports Ground at 8.00am for registration and you will be dressing up in a Santa suit provided by us! At 9.00am, we go in groups to the cycle path along the estuary to Exmouth. Here we board the Stuart Line Cruise Boat “The Pride of Exmouth” for a leisurely trip back to the quay at Topsham, whilst enjoying mulled wine and mince pies. A special someone will also be making a surprise visit before arriving back in Topsham at...

Great West Run

Event Date: 
11/10/2020 - 7:00am to 2:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Arena

Exeter’s Great West Run takes an exciting 13.1 miles route through the heart of Exeter. This half marathon has it all; starting and finishing at Exeter Arena Athletics Stadium it’s a journey through the city centre, followed by pretty country lanes and stunning views across Exeter.

Registration of interest for this year’s run is now open! If you would like to grab one of our FORCE places this year please register your interest by emailing Olly at FORCE olly.watts@forcecancercharity.co.uk

The Nello

Event Date: 
28/06/2020 - 7:00am to 6:00pm
Venue: 
Topsham Rugby Club

The 21st Nello bike ride will take place on Sunday 28th June.

Since the first Nello Century Cycle Challenge in 2000, the ride has raised more than £1m for FORCE, which works locally to support anyone affected by cancer, face-to-face and close to home.

The ride has grown from attracting a field of 90 cyclists in that first year to regularly filling up to its 1,500 capacity. So please do not delay – enter today and be a part of this very special year.

In 2019 the ride raised £120,000 for the charity which was a massive milestone – thank you to everyone who has helped...

Cream Teas for Cancer

Event Date: 
20/08/2020 - 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Venue: 
Various

Cream Teas for cancer is our scrumptious food event of the year and great for businesses, friends and families to get behind and show your support for FORCE while spending some quality time together, having fun and making the whole cream tea experience one to remember!

Started in 2018, this event has raised close to £12,000 and 2020 is the year when we want to add another £10,000 to the tea pot! Why not join us?

For JUST £5, each cream tea this year will come in a paper carrier bag and includes: 2 delicious scones, West Country clotted cream, Devonshire jam and Devonshire...

Everything you need to know about car wheels: From covers to paint jobs

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Mon, 02/24/2020 - 10:26am

Depending on how much of a petrol head you are, wheels may not be the first thing you think of when buying a car, either used or new. If your relationship with your car is that you just want something practical to get you around, then you will probably think that putting any thought into upgrading your wheels will only be added expense to make a car look more pleasing to the eye. While this is true to an extent, wheels have many functions that can affect everything from performance to fuel economy. It’s worth doing just a bit of research at least to see if you could benefit from a...

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