Devon Businesses in the Final of the UK Digital Entrepreneurs Awards 2019

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/15/2019 - 2:10pm

Plymouth based brand communications agency, Just Enough Brave, in collaboration with Marvellous PR have been announced as finalists in The UK Digital Entrepreneur Awards, celebrating the best digital talent in the UK.

The two companies devised a marketing campaign for Helmores Estate Agents in Crediton and have been selected for the Social Media Campaign of the Year.

The awards, in association with UKFast, are the longest-standing national tech awards in Britain. Now in their 15th year, they have been a springboard to success for many of the web's pioneers, underlining...

Concert 'Swing into Christmas'

Event Date: 
08/12/2019 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Crediton Parish Church

The Concert 'Swing into Christmas' brings the curtain down on the Crediton Parish Church Christmas Tree Festival, which runs from Wed 4th Dec to Sun 8th Dec. 'Swing into Christmas' features Andrew Daldorph on Piano, Chris Gradwell on Clarinet and Jim Rintoull on Double Bass. Refreshments are available and there is free parking. Tickets are available from outfitters A.E.Lee, 17 High Street, Crediton or www.ticketsource.co.uk or on the door after 6.30pm.

L-R: Stephen Mariadas (SWIOT CEO), Andy Correy (Babcock, Head of Production), Prof Janice Kay (Provost of the University of Exeter)

Partners sign multi-million pound deal for South West Institute of Technology (SWIOT)

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 10/15/2019 - 10:13am

A multimillion pound partnership that will revolutionise digital technology education across the South West has been given the green light.

Partners involved in the South West Institute of Technology (SWIOT), including the University of Exeter, have signed an agreement that will trigger significant new investment for the region.

The new Institute of Technology will train thousands of students in technical subjects across the South West region, bringing unparalleled new skills development and career opportunities.

It’s one of 12 new IOT’s across the country, funded...

Dan Sandhu, CEO, Sparx and Simon Lebus

Sparx welcomes Simon Lebus as Chair of its board 

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 10/15/2019 - 10:06am

Sparx, the socially focused learning technology company, has today announced the appointment of Simon Lebus as Chair of its board. Simon’s appointment comes at a pivotal point for the company which recently welcomed award-winning HegartyMaths into the Sparx family, announced a further £20 million investment and has expanded internationally into three continents. Simon Lebus will play a key role in navigating these developments and helping to guide Sparx on its mission to improve numeracy for over five million learners by 2030.

Prior to taking on the new role, Simon was Chief...

Co-founder of Children in the Middle, Elizabeth McCallum, who is a family barrister, with fellow barrister and the legal practice’s other co-founder Sarah Evans.

New legal service launches to give parents direct access to barristers

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Tue, 10/15/2019 - 9:53am

A NEW legal service has launched giving separating or divorcing parents wishing to make arrangements to see their children direct access to barristers to represent them in and outside of court.

The recently formed Children in the Middle is the only practice solely specialising in this line of work nationally in the UK.

Elizabeth McCallum, who is a family barrister and co-founder of Children in the Middle, along with fellow barrister Sarah Evans, explained: “We’re a unique legal practice offering parents direct access to barristers to advise and represent them when making...

Pippa Funnel riding Billy Beware

International stars head to Bicton for end-of-season foray

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/15/2019 - 9:16am

Bicton Arena is readying itself for the conclusion to the 2019 eventing season, and with nearly 700 entries for its competition, which runs from October 24 to 27, it will be a superb finale for riders and spectators alike.Competing at the event is the 2014 Badminton Horse Trials winner Sam Griffiths, World Equestrian Games 2018 silver medallist Padraig McCarthy and multiple British team medallist William Fox-Pitt.

Among the official sponsors is feed supplement company Animalife, which is also providing boxes of its acclaimed Competition Survival Packs in the goody buckets for...

 Ben Hodson who has been appointed marketing director at CMOStores.com

Leading online builders' merchant appoints new marketing director to further grow its brand

Authored by Paula_D
Posted: Tue, 10/15/2019 - 9:04am

A leading Plymouth-based online builders' merchant, which is fast becoming a disruptor in the construction materials market, has signalled further expansion with the announcement of its latest senior appointment.

CMOStores.com, which recently celebrated 220% growth in just three years with turnover predicted to grow to £50m in 2019, has appointed Ben Hodson, who hails from the South West, as its new marketing director to help take the brand to the next level.

Ben joins the 100-strong CMOStores.com team based at Burrington Way, Plymouth. He has over ten years' national and...

Buying a Listed Building: A Guide

The UK has a rich architectural history with a huge number of beautiful buildings and homes from a range of historical periods. When buildings are deemed to be of particular architectural and historical interest they are given what is known as a ‘listed’ status which is intended to prevent them from being damaged or altered in ways which impact their value. This means that purchasing a listed building, either for commercial purposes or for use as a domestic dwelling, can be complex. It’s crucial that you understand the restrictions which you are likely to be faced with when trying to make...

The best autumn wear to compliment your fave Denim

Denim is a great material for the colder months. Jeans are comfortable, warm, and flexible. Denim jackets are the perfect light outwear choice for early fall and can be worn underneath thicker coats for a layered, chic look. From denim shirts to denim skirts, the fall season is a great time to share your love for all things blue.

In order to really make your denim pop, however, you are going to want to invest in an autumn wardrobe that pulls everything together, helps you stay warm, and makes you the best dressed on the street.

The Best Autumn Wear to Keep You Warm...

L to R - Fiona Longhurst, RVS; Gloria Hunniford; Fab Marcarian, Inspired Villages

Inspired Villages and Gloria Hunniford OBE champion ‘101 Ways to Enjoy Getting Older’

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/14/2019 - 9:23pm

On Friday 27 September, Millbrook Village, the retirement village in Exeter, Devon, hosted a special event with veteran broadcaster Gloria Hunniford OBE. 101 Ways to Enjoy Getting Older was an inspiring, interactivediscussion panel event, exploring the many ways to embrace the ageing process, chaired by Gloria Hunniford, who shared her experiences.

The event, free for all was held jointly with Legal & General, partners of Inspired Villages, the developer and operator behind Millbrook Village.

The event was the latest instalment of Inspired’s 101 Ways to Enjoy Getting...

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