Planning a summer vacation but thinking of staying in the UK? This can be a great way to save money, and there are many fantastic places all over the UK that are perfect for a summer vacation. While it may not be as glamorous as jetting off somewhere exotic, staying in the UK is much cheaper and easier and can be just as nice (provided the weather doesn’t let you down). So, where are some good places for a summer holiday in the UK? Read on for a few suggestions which are suitable no matter what type of holiday you are looking for.
A leading student accommodation search engine has today announced that it will award aQuieter Hall accreditation badge to student halls, in an effort to meet the huge national demand from students looking to live in more peaceful halls of residence, as student culture changes.
Universities and student cities have seen a surge in demand for quieter halls of residence in the past year- from students including athletes who focus on their sleep, those with a focus on wellbeing, or those who simply prefer not to live amongst the hustle and bustle of the student party environment....
Are you tired of monthly rental income and expense management or weekend maintenance calls, or are you a hands-on landlord? Hiring management agency to manage your property investments might be the best option if you would rather have someone else handling your property. They will help free up your time and streamline your business even though they will take a part of your rental income.
Consider several companies after conducting your own research. Picking a property manager is an important decision and finding your perfect fit, or a property manager who will be able to meet your...
Exeter Foodbank is proud to join companies such as IKEA and Nationwide in becoming an accredited Living Wage* employer.
The Real Living Wage – in contrast to the National Living Wage, which by law must be paid to all employees aged 25 or over – is the only wage rate determined by what people actually need to live on. It is set according to an independent calculation of the real cost of living, which is based on a range of household goods and services.
Chair of Trustees, Sarah Hornblower, said “In our work we see many people who, whilst they may have a job, are not earning...
Roof renovation is one of the most important tasks when it comes to your ability to take care of your home. This is important regardless if it’s just a rental property, an investment property or a family home. Of course, this can end up being a hefty investment, yet, the truth is that the value that you get is more than worth the initial investment. For all of this to work, however, you need to have a sound plan, so here’s a brief guide to roof renovation that you should closely examine before embarking on such a project yourself.
Two Mecca Bingo Exeter employees have been recognised for their quick thinking and bravery this week at the Exeter Historic Guildhall.
Operations Manager Simon Hampson and Team Leader Jane Densham were at work in the North Street bingo club on 21 July 2018 when they noticed a fire in the Exeter Synagogue, the result of a suspected arson attempt. The two immediately sprang into action, putting a stop to the blaze in the historic venue, before alerting authorities to the attack.
As a thank you, the local Jewish community invited the pair to the official reopening of the...
South West based digital growth agency Bigwave media with offices in Exeter, Torquay and Plymouth, announces its inaugural Torbay Business Games has been a resounding success. The first of its kind in Torquay, the Bigwave Business Games network initiative is as a result of the agency’s popular and highly successful games which have been running in Exeter for over a decade.
Twelve local businesses from across the Bay came together to battle it out in five competitive activities at various locations around the town. After a month of fierce and fun competition, the final event in the...
Five star housebuilder Barratt Developments has appointed a new marketing apprentice in Exeter as part of expansion plans in the south west.
Finlay McBay has joined the Exeter-based team which looks after Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes in the region.
The 19 year old who lives in Kenton is the second marketing apprentice to join the team in the last year. The first, Barney Munn, has already been promoted to marketing executive.
“I was attracted to the role because it offered me a chance to use both my technical skills along with my creative ones,” said Finlay...
Staff from a South West conservation charity have been on a 12,000-mile round trip to help secure the future of a strange nocturnal mammal.
Animal experts John Meek (Newquay Zoo Curator) and Owen Taylor (Paignton Zoo Head Keeper of Mammals) and scientist Dr Andrew Bowkett (Wild Planet Trust Field Conservation & Research Programmes Manager) travelled to Vietnam recently on behalf of the Owston’s civet.
The three attended a workshop about this curious carnivore, held meetings with partner organisations and visited wildlife rescue centres. The species is a special focus of...
Local kitchen manufacturer and showroom System Six Kitchens has been nominated for a prestigious national trade award. The Exeter-based company is up for the highly coveted ‘Studio Partner of the Year’ prize at this year’s Häfele Studio Partner Awards.
The Häfele Studio Partner Awards celebrate the successes and achievements of Häfele’s Studio Partners- an elite network of over 200 premium, independent Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom Studios across the UK. This year’s ceremony takes place at Scotland’s iconic Gleneagles ® Hotel in June.
