Simpkins Edwards, a leading Devon-based chartered accountancy firm, which specialises in advising family owned businesses and SMEs, has been put forward for the Best Tax Practice in a Regional Firm category at the tax industry’s Oscars; the Tolley’s Taxation Awards. The nomination follows a record 12-month period in which Simpkins Edwards has seen a 70% increase in the number of Chartered Tax Advisers (CTAs) at the firm, and a 62% increase in referrals from existing clients. Over the last year Simpkins Edwards has lifted the proportion of CTAs among its qualified staff from one in nine, to...
With the new Formula One season set to race into gear this weekend, so Rob Baxter is looking for his own side to maintain pole position in the Aviva Premiership with just five rounds of the scheduled season remaining.
Tomorrow, the defending champions make their shortest trip of the season to local rivals Bath in a mouth-watering Round 18 fixture at the Recreation Ground (7:45pm).
Buoyed by recent wins over Northampton Saints and Saracens, the Chiefs are seven points clear of next-best Wasps at the summit and victory against their nearest and dearest will edge them ever...
A group of six first-year theology students from the University of Exeter are set to play against eight celebrities, led by Robbie Savage to raise money for Sport Relief.
The public can watch the team play Friday 23 March from 7.30pm on BBC 1, or listen on BBC 5 Live.
After joining the FA People’s Cup in January, ‘Theologians United’ were selected among thousands to travel to the BBC studios in Manchester to take part in the event.
Darius Moghtadaii, captain of Theologians United, said; “We are very excited for the event. The chance to appear on Sport Relief is an...
A local business is boosting the cause of conservation by doing what it does best – selling great beer. Bays Brewery has launched a special beer – Trunk Ale - on behalf of wildlife charity Paignton Zoo Environmental Park.
Trunk Ale has been brewed using traditional methods but with exciting new hops, resulting in a well-balanced deep amber ale of 4.5%.
Paignton Zoo supports environmental education in the forests of south-western Nigeria, where the elusive forest elephant still survives. The Zoo has been funding work in the Omo Forest since 2008.
Final preparations are well underway for Luscombe Drinks’ export manager and international lawn bowler, Natalie Chestney, as she travels to Australia’s Gold Coast in search of success at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Natalie, who lives in Exeter and trains with Torquay’s Kings Bowling Club and Exeter’s Exonia Bowls Club, will be representing England in the women’s pairs and fours disciplines this April.
Natalie has been playing bowls since the age of nine, and for the last ten years has been competing with bowls partner Sophie Tolchard from Marldon. Together they have played...
Exeter Racecourse’s new social media campaign will have followers reaching for the carrots and wondering wherever next as Peter Rabbit embarks on a journey from the Lake District to Devon in time for Family Day on April 8.
With the film Peter Rabbit recently opening in cinemas across the UK, and the main character from the film, Peter, visiting the racecourse on Family Day it’s #followtheracingrabbit campaign will see a cuddly version making appearance at famous venues up and down the country.
Followers have the chance to win tickets if they guess the following day’s...
More than 60 employers inspired the next generation at the recent Apprenticeship Expo 2018 hosted at Exeter College, on behalf of the South West Apprenticeship Ambassador Network.
Now in its fourth year, the Apprenticeship Expo was the biggest event to take place in the South West during National Apprenticeship Week (5th - 11th March 2018).
The Expo showcased employers of Apprentices and gave young people the chance to speak to businesses, discover opportunities and the benefits of employment with training. The event was free to exhibit at and free to attend.
A fun-packed free day for all the family is promised to celebrate the launch of The Donkey Sanctuary’s new attractions for 2018 with a great programme of events including donkey grooming, trailer rides, live music from the Adam Moran Jazz Trio, Devon cream teas plus free ice creams for the children.
John Crouch, visitor engagement manager at The Donkey Sanctuary says: “Tea in the Paddock is our big celebration of everything that’s new at The Donkey Sanctuary. There will be lots of activities, the chance to meet our wonderful donkeys, cream teas, and most importantly; free ice...
Late night winter runs in the blistering cold and freezing rain couldn’t stop Jack Warne, 28, from Willand, who was determined to run the Bideford Half Marathon in aid of The Wave Project.
Jack, who grew up in Devon and recently graduated from Exeter University, now works as Marketing Executive for QuayClick, a digital marketing agency based on the Quay in Exeter. With the support of his friends, workplace colleagues and family, Jack was able to smash his fundraising target, raising over £250 for The Wave Project.
Jack said: “I was filled with determination to complete the...
You don’t need to leave the home to have a good time. There are many fantastic and affordable things you can do in the comfort of your own home. If you are looking for exciting activities to do alone or with the family, here are five fun ways to spend your weekend at home.
1. A Game Day
Gather the clan together and pull out some classic board games for a day of non-stop fun and laughter. You could spend many an hour playing a game of Scrabble or Cluedo, and the kids will love the challenge of Operation or Guess Who? There are also some fun games Mum and Dad will love, such...
