Vospers open phase 1 of their new £15m investment super site in Exeter

Vospers is delighted to be welcoming sales and service customers to its new state of the art facility at Matford, following a 12-month build programme.

The opening signifies the consolidation of their 3 existing sites to create one destination, with five brand showrooms, including commercial vehicle facilities, a dedicated Used car centre and Premium car showroom.

The Vospers Group, one of the top 100 motor dealers in the UK, is a family-run company established in 1946. Managing Director Nick Vosper took over from his father Peter in 2011, who is now Chairman. With a...

Final weekend of lane restrictions at Exe Bridges

The final weekend of lane restrictions at Exe Bridges will take place this weekend (6 and 7 April).

Lane restrictions will again be in place in order to complete resurfacing and waterproofing work on Exe Bridge South.

Although the roundabout will not be closed at any point during the work, a number of lanes will be closed. Every effort is being made to minimise disruption but road users are being warned to expect delays if travelling via Exe Bridges.

From approximately 6am on Saturday morning, the three right-hand lanes across Exe Bridge South will be closed,...

Dunsford Village Show

Event Date: 
06/07/2019 - 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Venue: 
Dunsford Show Ground

Dunsford Village Show is a quintessential country show at its very best and is the perfect way to spend a fun packed family afternoon in the country. Nestled in the Dartmoor National Park with a woodland backdrop this show is in a terrific location. Entertainment includes “Dangerous Steve”, Dartmoor Hawkers, Street Motion Workshops, Kryton Archers, Classic Cars, Riverford Organic Farmers cookery demonstrations, Bouncy Castle, Papillon Gin, Dog and Horse Shows. Refreshment includes BBQ, cream teas, local ales, cider, Pimm’s and strawberries as well as ice cream and lots more! There are many...

Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays set to host first Cadbury Dairy Milk Personalistation Station just in time for Easter

This Easter, Cadbury is excited to announce that visitors to Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth will be the first to get their hands on personalised Cadbury Dairy Milk bars live in store. The personalisation service will be available at the Cadbury store in Gunwharf Quays from 6th- 20th April.

This genius new pop-up means Cadbury fans will have the opportunity to create an extra special gift by personalising the front of a bar with the name of a loved one, plus the chance to add an individual icon ranging from an Easter Egg to smiley face or even a unicorn. There will be no need to wait...

Louise Hancock, 23, from Exmouth, will manage the Pete’s Dragons shop in Rolle Street. The premises was formerly The Hub.

Now that's retail therapy! Charity's first-ever shop champions mental health on the high street

Authored by RedSoil PR
Posted: Fri, 04/05/2019 - 10:21am

Retail therapy with a difference will bring mental health to the high street when a charity opens its first-ever shop in Exmouth.

Pete’s Dragons will give shoppers the chance to look after their minds and bodies while bagging a bargain at its outlet in Rolle Street.

The cause has issued an appeal for help, donations and volunteers ahead of the store’s grand opening in later this month. Work is currently under way to transform the premises, formerly The Hub.

“Our shop will be quite unique, with a section devoted to mental wellbeing,” said manager Louise Hancock....

Leading automotive software company is first tenant to move in to Exeter Science Park's new 'Grow-on Buildings'

Eight Technology Ltd. isthe first tenant to move in to the Grow-on Buildings at Exeter Science Park. Founded in 2003 Eight Technology’s ‘Dealerweb’ software helps automotive dealer groups, manufacturers and independent retailers to boost sales performance through better lead management and smarter customer communication and has relocated to a new state-of-the-art office.

Exeter Science Park’s Grow-on Buildings are partly funded by £4.5m from the HotSW LEP Growth Deal Funding. The HotSW LEP has also provided £2.5m local Government funding towards the Environmental Futures Campus and...

Top five things to do in a relationship

Relationships are one of the most beautiful things about life. The joy of opening up and bonding with another person is an often-indescribable experience. Bonding as a couple can be easier and more exciting with these activities.

  • Go for wild adventures together: If you're in a relationship, then you've probably had some pretty exciting dates already. Having dinner, going to theme parks, and watching movies at the cinema are now common dating activities. You can even get into trouble if you don't agree to do them. However, you can take your dating experience to the next level
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£4.8m flood defence scheme for Starcross and Cockwood officially opened

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 04/05/2019 - 5:41am

Today (5th April 2019) has seen the official opening of Starcross and Cockwood’s £4.8 million flood defence scheme. The new coastal defences include four new flood gates, newly raised ground, slipway improvements and nearly 600 metres of raised and refurbished flood walls.

Alongside the project’s flood defence benefits, the project has included work to enhance habitats for local wildlife and to improve walkways for residents around Cockwood Harbour.

The scheme significantly reduces the risk of tidal flooding to the communities of Starcross and Cockwood taking into account...

Local armed forces charity to showcase royal fashion designs

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 04/05/2019 - 12:02am

SSAFA Devon will be showcasing designs from Sir Norman Hartnell, a world-famous haute couture designer, to raise money and awareness for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

On Friday 5th and Saturday 6th April, SSAFA Devon will be hosting a private collection of gowns, drawings and memorabilia by the late Sir Norman Hartnell KCVO, dress designer to Her Majesty the Queen, at The Guildhall in Exeter.

Sir Norman Hartnell was pre-eminent during the 40’s and 50’s dressing such stars as Vivien Leigh, Gertrude Lawrence, Marlène Dietrich and Elizabeth Taylor.

On show at the...

Sancho’s Fashion Revolution Week 2019 Programme Focuses on Environmental Consequences of Fast Fashion

Authored by Sancho's
Posted: Thu, 04/04/2019 - 10:26pm

Exeter based ethical retailer, Sancho’s, have launched their Fashion Revolution Week in 2019 Programme in an effort to raise awareness about the cost of fast fashion. Consisting of a series of events, it will inform and educate people on the harmful environmental effects of fast fashion, which has become one of the world’s largest polluters. Through a range of workshops and talks being held between Monday 22nd and Saturday 27th April, attendees can learn about alternative approaches that support a more sustainable wardrobe.

Starting with a Repair Workshop on Monday 22nd April, and...

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