Absolute PR & Marketing has chalked up its latest new business win for 2015 with news of its appointment to manage Visit South Devon’s regional, national and international PR for the coming year.
Visit South Devon is the official tourism body for the South Hams and Teignbridge, working with tourism businesses and attractions to help raise the profile of the area as a destination for both national and international visitors.
Rachael Whitson, Managing Director of Absolute PR & Marketing, commented: “South Devon is one of the most stunning parts of the country and we’...
Every year, thousands of people travel from around the world to drive down America's renowned Route 66. Starting in Chicago and ending in Los Angeles, the route has great historical and cultural significance for Americans making it a must do journey for many bucket-listers and travellers. Now Jurys Inn have created their own version across the UK and Ireland to enjoy: Route 57. Made up of 10 shorter road trips to allow for people to do part or all of the journey at their own pace, the journey has 57 stops along the way (hence the 57...) including Exeter as the second stop. It totals up to...
Devon County Council has launched two public surveys asking residents what they feel about services that the council provides, and where they think the Council's priorities should be next year.
The responses will help the council make decisions about the way services are provided in future.
Over the past five years the County Council has had to save £174 million, giving a total current net budget of £500 million to spend on important public services such as adult social care and road maintenance in Devon.
New Government spending targets means that a further £110...
Police are appealing for information to a collision on the A30 at Okehampton yesterday [12 November] in which two elderly people were seriously injured.
Emergency services were called around 6.05pm after the collision between and a DAF large goods vehicle and a Volvo S80 on the westbound carriageway at Sourton.
The occupants of the Volvo, an 84-year-old man and a 79-year-old woman from Launceston, were seriously injured and were taken to Derriford Hospital where they remain in a serious but stable condition.
The HGV driver, a 51-year-old driver from Sheffield, was...
The Princesshay Partnership (The Crown Estate and TH Real Estate) has announced that it has submitted modified plans for the redevelopment of Exeter’s bus and coach station to Exeter City Council.
The amendments are designed to fine-tune the plans submitted by the Partnership in July. The changes enhance the viability of the scheme and the benefits it brings to Exeter, and respond to feedback from local people and organisations.
John Grinnell, Development Manager for the Princesshay Leisure scheme, said: “Our proposals for Princesshay will enhance its position as the region...
"I know what a great job ELF does helping families in Devon and so on 11th December, I will be wearing my ELF EARs with pride." Chris Bentley, former Exeter Chiefs lock.
Take part in Ears4ELF Day on 11th December 2015! By looking silly for a day, you will be helping families in Devon affected by blood cancers or blood disorders.
Simply go to www.elfcharity.org.uk/EARS4ELF for your fundraising pack and to download some ears, cut them out and all look really silly for a day!
Exeter Chartered Accountants, Kirk Hills were proud to be the headline sponsor at this year’s Exeter Chamber of Commerce annual business dinner, held at Exeter University’s Great Hall.
The prestigious black tie event was a roaring success with more than 300 people attending. The guests helped raise £2674 for the chosen charity, Snowdrop, for brain injured children.
Comedian and bestselling author Tony Hawks provided hilarious observational humour, as the engaging guest of honour, entertaining guests with his incredibly dry wit during their delicious 4 course feast. As a...
Ever innovative, pushing the boundaries in craft bakery, Warrens Bakery has created the first ever ‘Mince Pie and Custard Pasty’. This new sweet pasty will be in-stores from Sunday 15th November, just in time for the festive season.
Exeter Rugby Club chairman and chief executive, Tony Rowe OBE, was honoured at the annual Western Morning Business Awards held at Sandy Park.
Mr Rowe, who is also the chairman and chief executive of Exeter-based South West Communications, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the glittering event, which was attended by over 300 people from across the region.
Hundreds of businessmen and women came together to celebrate the best companies, employers and apprentices the Westcountry has to offer.
The annual WMN Business Awards, once again headline sponsored by...
Everyone is welcome to join us for a communal carol-sing led by the mighty Cathedral Organ. Warm up those vocal cords and get ready to sing some of your favourite carols. FREE.
