In the UK, sports betting is traditionally popular. According to official statistics, 14 billion pounds are bet annually. At the same time, the issue of betting on sports competitions involving underage athletes remains open.
People who support the legalization of betting on youth and amateur sports give several arguments to support this position.
The first argument is that such bets are made anyway in illegal, unregulated markets. Youth cricket is most often predominant in this regard. Accordingly, there is no point in banning them, but legalization and taxation are...
There are no better judges of housebuilders than the homeowners who live in their properties.
That’s why receiving the Home Builders Federation (HBF) 5-star rating is such an achievement - and why Cavanna Homes is pleased to have once again been given the top rating by its customers.
The HBF’s National New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey is one of the UK’s most comprehensive industry research initiatives, with the results relied on by homebuyers as a measure of quality.
This year (2025) Cavanna Homes has achieved the 5-star rating under the guidance of Group...
Relocating to a different country might seem like an adventure filled with excitement, but understanding the costs involved can quickly turn that thrill into anxiety. If you’re considering moving from Exeter to start a new chapter abroad, one crucial question looms large: how much will it actually cost? The truth is, international moving expenses are not just about paying for a truck ride across borders; they involve various charges that can sneak up on you if you’re not prepared. This guide will help break down those costs, making it easier for you to budget and plan your move without...
Your mood is much influenced by the ambiance when you go into a restaurant. A multitude of elements, including the restaurant furniture type, lighting, and table configurations, shape your eating experience. This is especially true for social contacts. The arrangement of the space may either encourage conversation and engagement or make you feel alone. Restaurant owners and designers need a clear knowledge of the philosophy of space if they want to provide a place where customers feel at ease and where engaging is a natural event. Using careful consideration of their furniture design,...
Right, let’s have a proper natter about something that’s bound to add a touch of flair to your home—plant stands! If you’ve ever wanted to showcase your greenery in style, then you’re in the right place. Plant stands aren’t just practical bits of furniture; they’re design statements that can completely transform your space. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about buying plant stands online in the UK, all served up in a friendly, humorous, and downright helpful manner. And naturally, we’ll give a nod to our very own Metro Elegance plant stands series —the...
If you’ve ever wondered what it sounds like when an unfiltered genius with a pool cue, a notebook full of deranged poetry, and a head full of legal amphetamines gets studio time, the answer has arrived — and its name is “Me Me Me Me More More More Mine Mine Mine.”
Sarah Herrera, best known as the frontwoman and hurricane force behind The Tommy Lasorda Experience, has stepped out on her own. Sort of. Same band. Same chaos. But this time, the mask is off, the name is hers, and the rules? Yeah, those are gone.
“I’m the alpha female,” she declares unapologetically. “I write all...
Buying your first home feels like a complete whirlwind. Pinch yourself — this isn’t just a temporary base or a room in someone else’s property; it’s yours, all yours.
That said, it might need a little TLC. A fresh coat of paint here and some cleverly arranged furniture there, and you’ll soon have a home that feels like your own.
Here’s how to transform your first house into a home that reflects your true personality.
1. Start with a personalised colour palette
Colour matters, and that tin of paint might have more of an impact than you initially think....
Exeter Philharmonic Choir’s recent Mozart concert at Exeter Cathedral has raised a considerable sum for a cancer charity in the city. The event on 15 March, which featured the renowned London Mozart Players and an impressive line-up of soloists including Devon-born violin virtuoso Joel Munday, received a retiring collection totalling £839 for the Lord Mayor of Exeter’s chosen charity, Force.
FORCE Cancer Charity Chief Executive Kate Few-Singh said: “We are extremely grateful to Exeter Philharmonic Choir for putting on this concert as part of the Lord Mayor’s charity fundraising...
Newly refurbished Browns Brasserie & Bar Exeter launches a brand new seasonal menu specially for springtime that celebrates British brasserie classics.
Crafted with care, the Browns menus showcase British favourites and move with the seasons.
Dishes such as Prawn Cocktail, Sherry Trifle and Coronation Cauliflower celebrate quintessentialnBritish fare while Pea & asparagus risotto and Pulled lamb shepherd’s pie, followed by Bramley apple and rhubarb crumble are seasonal creations specially designed with spring in mind.
Darts Farm are delighted to announce that they have been named Best Farm Shop in the UK for a record-breaking 4th time in this year’s Farm Retail Association (FRA) Awards. It was an extra special night, with the team also picking up the award for Best Farm Restaurant for The Farm Table, adding to their ever-growing list of accolades!
Darts Farm is a unique food, drink and lifestyle destination with a working farm and farm shop at the heart. With one of the most diverse independent artisan produce selections in the country, a nose-to-tail butchery, cheesemonger and deli, multiple...
