Redrow Homes is working in partnership with the local council and community in Pinhoe, Exeter to revamp a derelict patch of land into a beautiful landscaped space.
The area is located near to Redrow’s Saxon Brook development and has been empty since a popular pub was demolished.
On learning that Redrow had a development in the area, Exeter City Council reached out to the award-winning housebuilder. Redrow was immediately keen to be involved in the rejuvenation of the community’s land surrounding Saxon Brook.
The project is well underway, and the team involved have...
Police officers, members of staff and volunteers from Exeter, East and Mid Devon have received awards for their professionalism and diligence to help keep the area safe.
Police constable Zane McCormack and student officer Mike Lippett attended a tragic suicide of a 14 year old boy who had gone missing the previous evening. Understandably the family were extremely distraught and traumatised. The officers demonstrated compassion, sensitivity and professionalism. They were deeply affected by the nature of the incident, in particular through the grief the family were experiencing. They...
Every retailer will want to boost their sales to establish their brand as an authoritative name and to increase profits, but this can often be challenging, especially in the modern age where many consumers shop exclusively online. Increasing sales should be the focus for all retail owners; there are a handful of ways in which you can do this to beat the competition. Consider one or all of the following for powerful results. Although sometimes these results can take a while to show, it will all prove to be worth it in the long run once you begin to find greater success and compete with the...
Having your own holiday home is a great luxury, and luckily, there are many wonderful places around the UK which are perfect for somewhere to escape to whenever you please. Many believe that a holiday home is too large of an expense, but it can actually be a smart financial move when you consider how expensive it can be to take the family on holiday on a regular basis. Plus, if you rent out the property to holidaymakers when you are not there, you can enjoy a healthy profit from your investment! A holiday home will give you somewhere that you can all go to for any periods in your life...
Instagram is one of the most popular photo-sharing applications on the market today. Not only is it very easy to work with, but you can gain countless followers if you play your digital cards right. Whether you have set up an Instagram account for personal use or one is linked to your local Exeter business, the fact of the matter is that this software can represent an excellent tool if you hope to have your voice heard. Still, we need to keep in mind that using the appropriate captions is critical in terms of exposure. Let's look at some expert suggestions so that you can begin with the...
A leading South West law firm has joined forces with one of the region’s top outsourced IT support businesses to create a joint venture offering cyber security and data protection services. nuBright sees Stephens Scown LLP and Bluegrass Group working together to offer legal and technical solutions. “This is a first for the region,” says Robert Camp, Stephens Scown’s managing partner who is spear-heading the new joint venture. “Compliance, data protection, risk and IT are top of any Board’s agenda. With such a fast-moving IT and regulatory landscape, it is crucial that businesses advance...
The runaway popularity of East Devon’s Deer Park Country House as the backdrop for amazing, memorable occasions has resulted in the decision to focus exclusively on weddings and events in future. The elegant Georgian manor house is set in 80 acres of glorious countryside and is long established as one of the region’s favourite places to eat, stay and celebrate. Its classic architecture and sumptuous decoration are matched by impeccable service, and visitors are delighted by the charming atmosphere, personal attention and the touches of whimsy which abound around the property. Weddings and...
Guest of Honour, wildlife and diving TV presenter, author and public speaker, Miranda Krestovnikoff, gave a fascinating talk to pupils, parents, teachers and governors on the teachers that had inspired her career at Exeter School's annual Speech Day on the evening of 20 September.
Biologist and trained diver, Miranda is a resident wildlife expert on BBC One's The One Show, and has presented natural history stories, ranging from robotic ants to rare dolphins, from all around the country, over the last six years. As well as natural history, Miranda specialises in history and...
Record-breaking sailor Dame Ellen MacArthur, founder of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, has officially marked the opening of a new centre at the University of Exeter Business School, which is dedicated to tackling some of the world’s greatest social and economic challenges.
Dame Ellen, who made yachting history when she became the fastest solo sailor to circumnavigate the globe, was at the University to mark the launch of the Centre for Circular Economy.
Professor David Allen, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean of the Business School said: “As we face growing economic...
East Devon’s award-winning recycling residents are being invited to step up to the challenge and recycle more cans and tins every week so the metal can be transformed into something new.
As part of national Recycle Week (September 24-30), the district council and its partners SUEZ recycling and recovery UK, are taking part in a campaign calling on residents to recycle more of their drinks cans, food tins, deodorant cans, aluminium food trays, foil and metal jar and bottle lids in their green recycling sacks which are collected every week from the kerbside.
