National Tree Week - from 23rd November to 1st December – is the UK's largest annual tree celebration, and marks the start of the winter tree planting season. One locally-based conservation charity is using the occasion to shine a spotlight on some of the many trees in its care.
Wild Planet Trust is the conservation charity behind Paignton Zoo. The zoo is more famous for animals than trees, although it is pleasantly-wooded. Often overlooked are the Clennon local nature reserve adjoining the zoo and the Primley public open space across the road, both managed by the Trust.
Exeter's population has grown by 12,000 since the previous census, according to UK Populations, and the reason for the increase is the availability of career opportunities within the cathedral city. If you'd rather be your own boss than work for someone else, getting entrepreneurial in Exeter may be the secret to generating a great income without taking orders from a supervisor. Exeter is a hub for commerce, which is why 35,000 people commute into the city each day. It's definitely the perfect place to start a small business, and by following a few key tips, Exeter's budding entrepreneurs...
It doesn’t matter how big or small they are; every business nowadays should have a professional website. Sadly, this can be a very intimidating task for business owners with no web design experience, especially if they have a small budget.
If you can relate to this, don’t worry, we are here to help. There are lots of things that you can do to make sure that your website has an advantage over competitor’s websites, from researching your niche to using inbound links.
Here are five handy website design tips for people with start-up businesses.
Climate experts and over 100 Devon students put their heads together on Friday to propose, debate and determine how best to reduce carbon emissions in the county.
It was all part of The Devon Youth Climate Forum held at County Hall and hosted by the Devon Youth Parliament.
The Forum was one of a series of opportunities that Devon’s young people will have to contribute to the Devon Carbon Plan, a blueprint which will lay out what we all must do to create a net-zero county.
Pupils came from Great Torrington, St James, Pilton College, Exmouth Community Primary,...
According to the latest WWF data, 80% of the people in the South West are concerned about the environment.
The environment comes joint second in the UK list of concerns as a nation-beating crime, economy, housing, education and employment, only behind healthcare.
Climate change, plastic usage and loss of wildlife are the top three environmental concerns for residents of the South West, the home of some of the most amazing green areas of the country.
The depth of our feeling around the wellbeing of the planet and our local environment is perhaps unsurprising. The UK...
Toenail fungus can be immensely hard to cure. This insidious fungal infection can linger for years. And most people only make it worse by using ineffective over-the-counter medications.
If you've been stuck with toenail fungus for a while, tea tree oil can be very helpful. Our guide will show how to put this natural remedy to use.
What Should You Know About Tea Tree Oil?
Tea tree oil is an essential oil that has become the mainstay of aromatherapy, cosmetics, and even household cleaning supplies. It comes from the leaves of Melaleuca Alternifolia tree, or...
Performance by violinist Yulia Northridge, classical pianist Ekaterina Shetliffe, soprano Margaret Aagesen Hughes and mezzo soprano Iryan Ilnytska with the programme of traditional Christmas works by Barber, Frank, Handel and more. Hot drinks and mint pies served during the interval. Tickets available: 07505 884271 www.ticketsource.co.uk/elegance or on the door
On Friday 29th November at Exeter Phoenix, Luke Hagan, Claire Horrocks and Jonas Hawkins of Two Short Nights Film Festival presented 5 prizes to a full house at a buzzing awards ceremony at the 18th edition of the short film festival.
Running over three days and spanning over 14 individual events the festival featured nearly 100 short films from 13 different countries. With a focus on South West talent almost 50% of the films features by created by a South West based filmmaker or were produced in the region.
Before presenting the individual awards, the festival team...
Quirk Theatre have given the original story of The Velveteen Rabbit a modern twist. The toy rabbit in the play is compared with iPads, LOL dolls and mobile phones, but manages to reach beyond the technology and touch her owner’s heart. The company will be performing their new take on The Velveteen Rabbit during December. In the run up to the performance, they’re encouraging people to think about childhood memories, moving on, and the value of the toys we play with. The show will be at Exeter Phoenix and The Plough, Torrington during December. Quirk aim to entertain audiences but also to...
Schools and families will have the chance to be inspired by scientists and engineers on their doorstep with a new series of regional events announced today by the organisers of The Big Bang Fair, the country’s largest celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths for young people.
Last year the Big Bang Near Me programme welcomed over 160,000 students and included more than 900 organisations. Next year’s events, which will take place across the UK in over 60 schools and at events in Derby, Exeter, Haywards Heath, Hull, Liverpool, London and Belfast, provide a chance for...
