Former primary school teacher, Pip Williams, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Nook, a family-orientated café nestled within Topsham’s much loved independent kids’ toy shop, Squid & the Kid.
Nook seamlessly integrates with the vibrant atmosphere of Squid & the Kid, creating a unique destination to shop, refuel with coffee and lunch, and play all in one place.
More than just a café, Nook is a cosy space where people of all ages can enjoy quality time within a welcoming environment. The interiors have been designed to allow full visibility so carers can...
A scientific career which has generated significant progress in understanding type 1 diabetes has won a University of Exeter professor two international accolades, including a lifetime achievement award.
Professor Noel Morgan was “delighted, humbled and surprised” to receive a lifetime achievement award by the Network of Pancreatic Organ Donors with Diabetes (nPOD) in California this month.
It comes soon after he won the GF Bottazzo award from the Immunology of Diabetes Society for 2024, recognising his progress in understanding type 1 diabetes throughout a celebrated...
The Perfume Shop has had a scent-sational new addition as it opens the doors to another new and improved experiential store at the Guildhall Shopping Centre, Exeter on Friday 1st March 2024.
Opening in just a few days, the iconic retailer, who this year celebrates its 32nd Birthday, will be continuing to offer the hottest perfume launches, celebrity fragrances and classic designer scents, alongside its passionate in-store team, offering expert advice.
The stylish new store is set to feature a brand-new layout and upgraded services including a digital screen, a...
The expanding pre-school within Westbank’s centre at Exminster has recently developed its facilities with a view to providing high quality, individually tailored education to more 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds in the area.
The ‘Kidzone’ at Farmhouse Rise in Exminster offers a large, bright room with an amazing view over the Exminster marshes towards Woodbury. The outdoor space has recently been extended to give the children plenty of room to ride bikes and scooters and run around and will have free-flow play inside and out.
An OFSTED registered pre-school, Kidzone encourages 2...
Hanging onto too much money? In an age of increasing economic uncertainty, it’s understandable if you’re keeping as much as you can in your savings accounts. However, you might be surprised to learn your money could lose its value over time.
In this article, we’ve covered a few of the key reasons why you should avoid leaving too much cash in your savings account - and how to stretch your capital even further.
Why shouldn’t you keep too much money in the bank?
Mountain bikes are ideal for going off-road and exploring bike trails as this is what they’re made for, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be ridden on other surfaces too. In this article, we’re taking a look at the main advantages and disadvantages of commuting with a mountain bike.
The Pros
There are several pros to using a mountain bike for commuting.
Sturdiness
Mountain bikes have bigger, sturdier frames designed to tackle rough terrain and their weight can make them feel sturdier on your commute, which can boost your confidence when driving on busy roads.
Just like humans, dogs thrive on regular exercise to maintain their physical health and mental well-being. Whether it's a brisk walk around the neighbourhood, a game of fetch in the backyard, or interactive playtime, staying active is essential for keeping Fido happy and healthy. In this blog post, we'll explore the numerous benefits of regular exercise for dogs and how it contributes to their overall fitness and vitality.
The Importance of Physical Activity for Dogs:
Dogs are naturally active animals with boundless energy to burn. Regular exercise, including playtime...
In the early years of the internet, getting online meant that a dial-up internet connection was needed. This used existing telephone lines to connect to the internet as opposed to the dedicated connections that are now available with more modern fibre optic services. The limitations to dial-up connections became apparent over time as users demanded improved online services and the ability to send and receive data at a faster rate.
The main drawback of dial-up connections was the reliance on outdated telephone connections. These rely on copper wires to transmit data, and as the...
Amid the exhaustion epidemic uncovered by ProPlus®, nootropic energy drink brand SUPE analysed over 2000 keywords related to tiredness and boosting energy, including terms like ‘why am I so tired’, ‘low energy’, and ‘energy drink’ to identify which cities in the UK are the most tired.
Exeter stands out as the city with among the highest search volumes for strategies to combat fatigue, averaging 370 searches per day.
Interestingly, research revealed that July emerges as the month with the highest surge in search volume. A staggering 1.6 million searches were related to...
Mortgage rates have been a hot topic in the UK for a long time now and have impacted the housing market dramatically. Last July, mortgage rates for two-year fixed terms reached their highest level since 2008 when they hit 6.66%, making buying a house even more expensive.
This has made the housing market tricky to navigate throughout 2023, but will that continue in 2024? Whether you’re completely new to mortgage interest rates or you want a forecast of what to expect in the future, our guide may be able to help.
We’ll take a look at how mortgage interest rates work, how...
