A TIMELESS tale of love set in exotic ancient China is coming to Silverton this February half-term as Aladdin swops the 55B bus to ride in on his magic carpet!
The Mid Devon village will be transformed into enchanting old Peking fit for a beautiful princess, a dastardly uncle, a clever genie and love-struck Aladdin in this family-favourite pantomime – the first to be staged in the village for almost 30 years!
Staged by the Silverton Luvvies, this modern take on a time-less classic promises laughs, love, intrigue and, er, two idiotic policemen!
Wonder Fields, the biggest and best party in Devon has announced the first wave of their jam-packed line-up of live music, with their fifth festival taking place from 12 – 14th July 2019 within the beautiful grounds of Great Fulford.
Organised by brother and sister Alice and Nick de Haan, whose childhood was spent in the Devonshire countryside, Wonder Fields is a magical mix of party vibes, family fun, hilarious escapades and outdoor activities.
Drawing 3,500 people to the grounds of Great Fulford for three its days of festival fun, this first wave of acts features the...
The Oscars of the swimming pool and hot tub world took place on Tuesday 29th January, at the prestigious Ericsson Exhibition Hall within Ricoh Arena, Coventry. The night saw Exeter based, family run since 1969 company, H2O, take home no less than 6 awards; including 4 gold awards and the incredible Dick Millward Trophy for Swimming Pool Contractor Of The Year.
The annual Industry Gala Evening brings together BISHTA (British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association) and SPATA (Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association) in a joint event to highlight the achievements of their members...
A TIMELESS tale of love set in exotic ancient China is coming to Silverton this February half-term as Aladdin swops the 55B bus to ride in on his magic carpet!
The Mid Devon village will be transformed into enchanting old Peking fit for a beautiful princess, a dastardly uncle, a clever genie and love-struck Aladdin in this family-favourite pantomime – the first to be staged in the village for almost 30 years!
Staged by the Silverton Luvvies, this modern take on a time-less classic promises laughs, love, intrigue and, er, two idiotic policemen!
Following last week’s snowfall in parts of the county, the Travel Devon team is reminding workplaces in Exeter, Newton Abbot and Barnstaple that a limited number of FREE "Winter Safety Boxes" are still available.
Businesses in these communities have until Thursday 28 February to apply for a Winter Safety Box, which is worth £100 and contains essential equipment to help staff who walk and cycle during the winter months.
The Met Office recently received one of the boxes while hosting a Travel Devon event.
Met Office Environmental Advisor Kathy Gray said: “We are very...
As winter comes into play, the freezing temperatures can be dangerous for not only you but your dog too. With snow heading to Devon as we speak, knowing the right tips and techniques can ensure your dog stays safe and out of any danger.
What to Watch Out For
Just like with every season, the winter months provide several dangers that could hurt a dog. There are various things that you can look out for to protect your dog, one of these being frozen water. Thin ice can be a danger to puppies and dogs who may not understand where they are stepping. If the ice is thick, your...
Three hundred youngsters from mainstream special educational needs departments and Special Schools will be taking part in the Devon ability games in Barnstaple this week. The event is being staged at the Tarka Tennis Centre on Wednesday 6th February. The opening ceremony begins at 10.15 am and will include a street dancing performance by a group of students from Great Torrington School.
“It’s always great to see so much healthy competitive sport.” said Lisa Alford, Active Devon.
“This event also provides opportunities for participants to try new and different types of...
If you’re a local start-up business which is beginning to gain some traction in terms of fans and local visitors, then chances are you’ve been told to invest in setting up a website. If local customers have been sharing your Instagram posts and spreading the good news by word of mouth, then you might be wondering what the point is of investing in a website under your name.
Social media is only a flavour of what you have to offer
Hopefully, your local business is building up its reputation and fan-base on social media. Platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are...
Have you got a great idea for a small business? Fancy yourself as a budding entrepreneur and looking for the right opportunity to branch out on your own? The South West of England could be a great place to put your plans into action this year, so make 2019 the year you take some decisive action towards independence and a more rewarding lifestyle.
Why is the South West a good place for small businesses?
The advantages of being in the south west used to be overshadowed by the lack of a motorway beyond Exeter and the notoriously inadequate A303 main road link. However, many...
EXETER City Football Club will be saying “no to homophobia” at its home game with Bury (Saturday, February 16; kick off 3pm).
Fans looking to wager on this match are heading to betbrain.co.uk as their preferred online sports book.
It is 10 years ago that the international initiative was founded and the 10th time that a designated Football v Homophobia (FvH) match has been held by Exeter City.
Two years ago, Lou Englefield, Director of the national Football v Homophobia campaign, presented the Exeter OGOC Group with a commemorative pennant, acknowledging the Club’s...
