Cannings H2O WINS a Mass of Awards at the annual British Pool & Hot Tub Awards 2018

Cannings H2O based in Exeter, Devon are celebrating after collecting two Silver and a Bronze Award at the prestigious British Pool & Hot Tub Awards, hosted by BISHTA and SPATA, held on Tuesday 30th January, at the Ricoh Arena, in Coventry. The British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association (BISHTA) and the Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association (SPATA) are the relevant bodies upholding standards within the Wet Leisure Industry. Rebranded in 2015, the first BISHTA awards were won in 2008, while the first SPATA awards were won in 1978. These well-established awards are the UK’s...

Historical bill for NHS medical claims higher than ever

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/14/2018 - 10:12am

NHS medical mistakes dating back twenty years are still costing millions of pounds per year in compensation. The bill for errors that took place before 1995 has been rising the first time in five years, with most cases relating to maternity failings. Whilst the NHS says that it has taken steps to speed up the process, a patient’s charity reported the figures as proof of just how long some families have to wait for payouts.

Birth neglect:

Many of the claims that make up the millions of pounds’ worth of compensation are regarding negligence during pregnancy and birth that...

SW Falcon celebrates second anniversary

The South West Falcon from Stagecoach is celebrating its second anniversary today (14 February).

Launched in 2016 – and representing an investment of £2.5m - the South West Falcon is an innovative interurban coach service that connects Plymouth, Exeter and Taunton with Bristol Airport and Bristol city centre. It is the first and only public transport link from the South West to Bristol Airport and operates 19 journeys a day, 7 days a week. All eight coaches feature a distinctive, stylish livery and have free Wi-Fi, power charging, air conditioning and leather seats.

Since...

5 ways to encourage customers to use Direct Debit payments

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/14/2018 - 6:15am

Direct debit is a useful payment option in many circumstances. For brick-and-mortar establishments such as fitness centres or co-working spaces, direct debit is a great way to accept recurring payments with minimum hassle. Businesses selling their products as subscriptions and online service providers can also benefit from the use of direct debit as a payment method.

While direct debit is increasingly popular, some customers are still reluctant to use this payment method. Their reluctance may be caused by lack of information, misunderstanding, or other reasons. In most of these...

Grinagog Festival

Event Date: 
20/04/2018 - 12:00pm to 22/04/2018 - 11:00pm
Venue: 
Torquay

The legend of the Grinagog runs deep in Devon. With hundreds of sightings off the coast of Torquay, conspiracy theorists and cult followers alike agree that this rare ancient sea creature and the associated tidal wave of live music, DJs and inspiration will arrive back on our shores in April 2018.

Starting the festival season in style, head to Torquay to help beckon the Grinagog at a music and arts festival that celebrates creativity, diversity and hi-jinks.

For it’s second year Grinagog will showcase a myriad of musical genres that celebrate creativity and diversity, with...

Cannings H2O wins mass of awards at annual British Pool & Hot Tub Awards 2018

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/13/2018 - 3:29pm

Cannings H2O based in Exeter are celebrating after collecting two Silver and a Bronze Award at the prestigious British Pool & Hot Tub Awards, hosted by BISHTA and SPATA, held on Tuesday 30th January, at the Ricoh Arena, in Coventry.

The British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association (BISHTA) and the Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association (SPATA) are the relevant bodies upholding standards within the Wet Leisure Industry. Rebranded in 2015, the first BISHTA awards were won in 2008, while the first SPATA awards were won in 1978. These well-established awards are the UK’s...

Armand targets rapid response

Don Armand believes it won't take much to help Exeter Chiefs rediscover their winning formula, after they slipped to a rare home defeat against Worcester at the weekend. The visiting Warriors became the first side since Bath in October 2016 to emerge victorious from Sandy Park, edging out the reigning Aviva Premiership champions 6-5 in a low-scoring Round 14 encounter. Defeat for the Chiefs, coupled with a win for Saracens over Newcastle Falcons, means Exeter's lead at the summit of the standings has now been reduced to just two points. Next best are Wasps, who themselves maintained third...

The BIG Directors Breakfast

Event Date: 
04/04/2018 - 8:00am to 10:15am
Venue: 
Deer Park Hotel

The Big Director's Breakfast

4th April. 08:00-10:15

Deer Park, Devon

In these breakfast briefings, Alastair Banks will take you through his take on the state of digital, where we’ve been, where we are now and where we’re going. Time will be limited to 1-2 hours over coffee and croissants and will start promptly at 730am to allow for a full day’s work immediately after. BOOK HERE

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/big-directors-breakfast-at-deer-park-tick...

Directors Breakfast - Optix Solutions

Event Date: 
22/03/2018 - 7:30am to 9:00am
Venue: 
Optix Solutions HQ, 1st Floor, Alphin Brook House Alphin Brook Road Exeter EX2 8RG

22nd March. 07:30-09:00 Optix HQ, Exeter22nd March. 07:30-09:00 In these breakfast briefings, Alastair Banks will take you through his take on the state of digital, where we’ve been, where we are now and where we’re going. Time will be limited to 1-2 hours over coffee and croissants and will start promptly at 730am to allow for a full day’s work immediately after

Book online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/directors-breakfast-meeting-march-tickets...

The Rheingans Sisters Tour New Album - Bright Field

Event Date: 
23/04/2018 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 3LS

Musicians, composers and folk music scholars The Rheingans Sisters release their third album Bright Field on 23rd March 2018. Since their award winning album Already Home (2015) the duo have cemented their reputation as an unmissable live act on the folk and world music stage, captivating audiences across the UK, Europe and Australia.

As full-hearted and graceful performers, arrangers and on-stage improvisors, theirs is a rich artistic approach to the deconstruction and reimagining of traditional music via the adventurous use of fiddles, voices, banjo, bansitar, tambourin à cordes...

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