A great Devon tradition on New Year’s Day at Exeter Racecourse

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 12/21/2017 - 8:47am

Kick off 2018 in style and experience all the excitement of a day at the races at Exeter Racecourse on New Year’s Day.

There’s no better way to see in the New Year than a day in the fresh air where you’ll be part of a great Devon tradition cheering home the horses and sharing in good old fashioned camaraderie.

Whether you go with friends and family, or decide to attend alone, you’ll be among friends and like-minded people, with the racecard detailing the day’s runners the perfect tool for striking up conversations.

It’s a day to make friends and memories, with seven...

CDS to deliver superfast broadband to thousands more in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 12/21/2017 - 8:31am

A major expansion of broadband rollout across Devon and Somerset has received Government approval to provide thousands more homes and businesses in Devon with access to a superfast connection.

The Government’s Broadband Delivery UK (BDUK) agency has given the go-ahead for Connecting Devon and Somerset (CDS) to increase access to its planned ultrafast (up to 1,000Mbps) broadband with Gigaclear to over 3,000 more homes and businesses in hard to reach areas of Devon. Gigaclear is already building a new full fibre broadband network on behalf of CDS for over 41,000 homes and businesses...

How to pick the perfect winter jacket

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 12/21/2017 - 5:45am

As the nights draw in and the temperature drops it’s always best to be prepared. The latest winter weather rolled in last week so it’s definitely time to pull out our best winter garments or purchase a new winter jacket.

But, if you’re stuck between what style to choose, Superdry , who have a store in Exeter, have created the following temperature guide to help you choose what winter jacket you’re best suited to.

Whether you’re braving the outdoors on a winter getaway or on a night out for New Year’s Eve, be sure to check it out!

How technology is about to transform sports betting

It is starting to become pretty clear that sports betting is in store for some significant changes pretty soon. While the advent of the internet and online betting has already drastically changed the industry from where it was a decade ago, those changes may only be the tip of the iceberg. The digital revolution is set to change sports betting in ways that may make it wholly unrecognizable to those of previous generations. Instant mobile betting, tech company bookies, oceans of easily accessible data on athletes, computer algorithms, and Supreme Court rulings are all reshaping the...

How to Start Making a Profit with Forex Trading

Most people understand the value and importance of investments. With dozens of unique ways to make your money work for you, it's easy to find an investment solution that caters to your exact lifestyle, age, income and tolerance for risk. With plenty of choices comes plenty of confusion, however.

Many find themselves unsure of which investment strategies are best for their needs. For those who value personal control, short-term gains, and the freedom to invest from home, forex trading quickly becomes the most appealing option.

With so much to learn about forex, many want to...

Hundreds of gifts donated to RGB's charity Christmas present appeal

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 12/20/2017 - 10:21pm

RGB Building Supplies is thanking the Exeter community for donating gifts to its 2017 Christmas Present Appeal. All presents have now been given to Children’s Hospice South West to pass on to the children and families it supports.

Following a call out inviting customers and the local community to donate gifts suitable for a child of any age or their parents, over 300 gifts were placed under Christmas trees in RGB branches.

Naomi Dymond, Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser at Children’s Hospice South West, commented:

“We have been overwhelmed by the number of gifts...

Comedy at the Park

Event Date: 
02/02/2018 - 7:00pm to 10:30pm
Venue: 
Sandy Park, Exeter

The first Comedy at the Park of 2018 is on Friday, 2nd February and for the first time we are working with 'The Surgery'

Early bird tickets priced at £8, or £13 including food will be available until Friday, 5th January after which prices will increase to £10 or £15.

The line-up is as follows:

MC: Noel Brodie – ‘Quick wit and impeccable delivery’ Joe Jacobs – ‘Always funny and entertaining’ David Arnold – ‘never fails to deliver’ Tamar Broadbent – ‘Accomplished original songs delivered with impeccable comic timing’

Book your tickets at www.sandypark.co.uk/...

North Devon Link Road resurfacing upgrade to start in the new year

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 12/20/2017 - 11:38am

A £5 million upgrade of the North Devon Link Road’s surface and drainage will get underway early in the new year.

Over 10km of the A361 will be resurfaced on both carriageways as part of the Devon County Council scheme, which is being funded by the Council’s successful bid for Challenge Funding. This will include a low noise surface being added to the new junction currently being constructed to access developments to the east of Tiverton. From Saturday 6 January until the end of June, work is due to be carried out on the western section of the A361 (Bolham roundabout to east of...

We meet up on a Monday and ...

Forever Young Sing for Fun meet up on a Monday and ... sing with the best ... da doo ron ron ... a-wop-bop-a-loo-bop-a-wop-bam-boom.

In 2018, we will be in our twelfth year - singing for fun in Exeter.

Most research says that singing is good for you and … your … heart; memory; breathing; social life; wellbeing; mood; soul; asthma; snoring; happiness ... So if you want to sing in a group, but not with a choir, will you still get all the above benefits? As most of the research has been carried out with choirs - the answer is unknown. But why wouldn't you want to sing in a...

MP officially opens luxury apartments in South Devon

Authored by Glen King PR
Posted: Wed, 12/20/2017 - 10:34am

Sixteen new luxury rental apartments, located in Abbey Road, Torquay, just a short stroll to the seafront, were officially opened in a ribbon cutting ceremony by local MP Kevin Foster. Commerce House is a multi-million-pound project of high-spec one, and two-bed contemporary unfurnished, energy efficient apartments, now ready to let from as little as £575 pm.

Bringing sophisticated city living to Torquay, the impressive re-development, including stunning penthouse suites, showcases a makeover normally only seen in large hotels or commercial buildings; boasting luxury living at...

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