Jack Sparkes signs new contract at Exeter City

Jack Sparkes is delighted to have signed a new contract at Exeter City with the help of the 1931 Fund.

Jack says the contract, which is part financed by the fund, shows the amount of belief Exeter City and the supporters have in him and gives him confidence when he plays.

“I am really pleased,” said Jack. “It shows that the club believe in me and that they are willing to wait for me to develop as a player.

“It is really pleasing to get the backing of the fans as well. The fans are what make this club and they have been really good to me and it makes me confident...

Cyclists raise over £5,300 for local charity

Authored by JanetRaeburn
Posted: Fri, 10/05/2018 - 10:14am

A determined team of local people have raised an impressive £5,357 so far, after cycling the length of the country for Exeter-based charity Rainbow Living.

Over 11 days, the team spent an average of 8 hours in the saddle every day as they cycled from John O’Groats to Land’s End; overall they covered 950 miles and climbed over 51,000 feet – and burnt more than 38,000 calories!

The group braved torrential rain and lashing winds; herds of cows, flocks of sheep, punctures, saddle sores and overall tiredness may have slowed them down but they were not deterred during their epic...

Cathedral will resonate to a double chorus and 15 wind instruments for Exeter Philharmonic Choir’s November concert

No fewer than 15 professional wind players, all recent graduates from London’s world-renowned Royal Academy of Music, will join Exeter Philharmonic Choir on 10th November to perform in Bruckner’s splendid Mass in E minor at Exeter Cathedral.

The work has an interesting scoring - double choir accompanied by flute, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, horn, and trombone - guaranteed to produce a rich sonority in the superb acoustics of the Cathedral.

The second half of the concert will be a performance of the ever-popular Requiem by John Rutter, featuring critically-acclaimed soprano...

Top Christmas Markets in London

Visiting London over the festive period is one of the best times to view the city. Christmas themed events pop up all over the city and the festive cheer in the people is clearly evident. London is home to some truly brilliant Christmas markets that offer unique, bespoke products. Here we have listed some of the best Christmas markets in London that you must visit if you find yourself in the big smoke at Christmas time. If you’re looking to arrange a visit to London, look for some London apartments that are in proximity to these great Christmas markets.

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Calling all Entrepreneurs: How to Start a Biomethane Filling Station

If you're an entrepreneur that is currently looking for the hottest market to start a business in, then look no further than Biomethane. Being better for the climate than both petrol and diesel, this is a type of fuel that is set to skyrocket in popularity and price over the coming years, as humans are now clambering for ways to run their cars without harming the environment. So, starting a filling station dedicated solely to it could see you make millions in profit.

To see how to go about performing such a task, make sure to read on.

Resolve to only produce grid quality...

Water Retailer Shortlisted for National Business Award

Authored by lparks
Posted: Thu, 10/04/2018 - 8:51pm

Water retailer Pennon Water Services has been named as a national finalist in the Chamber Business Awards.

The firm, which trades regionally as South West Water Business, has already won the southern regional Workplace Wellbeing Award and now goes forward to compete against five other organisations from across the UK in the national final.

Since 2017, Pennon Water Services has provided water and waste water services to businesses, charities and public sector organisations. PWS helps companies to save money and water by understanding their water usage better, identifying...

"Private Peaceful"

Event Date: 
10/11/2018 - 2:30pm to 11/11/2018 - 10:00pm
Venue: 
The Blackmore Theatre, 10 Bicton Street, Exmouth, EX8 2RU

The Exmouth Players (CIO) present “Private Peaceful”, a play by Michael Morpurgo as adapted by Simon Reade, at The Blackmore Theatre on Sat 10th and Sun 11th November 2018, including a Saturday Matinee, directed by Alan Smith. Evening performances are at 7.30pm and the Saturday Matinee starts at 2.30pm. This presentation is in Commemoration of the Centenary of the End of the First World War. Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the firing squad at dawn. During the night, he looks back at his short but joyful past growing up...

Open Auditions for "The Vicar of Dibley"

Event Date: 
28/10/2018 - 11:00am to 2:00pm
Venue: 
The Blackmore Theatre, 10 Bicton Street, Exmouth, EX8 2RU

The Exmouth Players are holding open auditions for its March 2019 production of The Vicar of Dibley at 11.00am on 28th October and/or 4th November 2018 at The Blackmore Theatre, Bicton Street, Exmouth.

The Vicar of Dibley is a stage play by Ian Gower and Paul Carpenter adapted from the original TV series by Richard Curtis and Paul Mayhew-Archer with the kind permission of Tiger Aspect Productions, which supports Comic Relief. The arrival of a new vicar in Dibley shakes up the parish council of a sleepy English village. These auditions are open to both members and non-members of The...

Cofton Holidays to host ‘fang-tastic’ events programme during October half term

Multi-award winning Cofton Holidays has announced a Spooktacular programme of events for little monsters this Autumn.

As Halloween creeps closer, Cofton has announced a range of activities perfect for keeping the kids entertained this half term. From Wednesday 24th to Wednesday 31st October 2018, children staying at Cofton Holidays can enjoy fang-tastic magic shows, pumpkin carving, ghostly parties and much more.

On Wednesday 24th and Wednesday 31st October, Halloween fanatics can get crafty in a pumpkin carving session. Kids can get stuck in to creating the spookiest and...

Staff recruitment drive and internal promotions aids exponential growth for leading accountants

Multi-award-winning chartered accountants, Haines Watts with offices in Exeter and Crediton, announce a further significant increase in staff numbers following the creation of new job roles and internal promotions within the firm. This includes the recruitment of seven new members of staff who have joined this year.

Haines Watts is a top 15 firm of chartered accountants who specialise in advising and supporting business owners. Exeter has a diverse portfolio of clients servicing all industry sectors primarily across Devon, Cornwall and into Somerset.

With an excellent...

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