two policemen stand-in outside Exeter Cathedral

Police in Exeter look forward to the new year and share successful results from their latest operation

Police in Exeter have revealed their latest results following high visibility patrols over the festive period.

Officers in the city stepped up patrols over Christmas and New Year to keep shoppers and visitors safe. The area was busy with extra people in the city centre enjoying the Cathedral Green festive market and other seasonal activities.

Police work closely with partners such as the council and local charities and the positive work will continue into the new year with more foot patrols and community contact.

Inspector Simon Arliss, who heads up the Exeter...

Mercedes-Benz Showroom

Exeter showrooms receive state-of-the-art facelift

Following a four-month renovation, Mercedes-Benz of Exeter’s showroom has received a state-of-the-art facelift. The new and improved refurbishment includes an expansion to the showroom, allowing for more room to showcase the new models. The investment into the showroom has mirrored the investment into Mercedes-Benz’s customers, to enhance the customer’s car-buying experience.

The new showroom layout includes various feature spaces to display specific Mercedes-Benz cars. There is a business area that allows customers to work should they need to, as well as a brand new refreshment...

Folding eBikes - Redefining Commuting and Adventure

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 01/16/2024 - 6:47am

Electric bicycles, especially popular among the youth, have seen a significant evolution with the advent of folding electric bicycles. Click here to learn more about how these versatile and robust bikes are reshaping not only urban mobility but also making waves in adventure sports.

Understanding the Game-Changer in Electric Bicycles

We will delve into why the best folding eBike is a crucial addition to meet your transportation and leisure needs.

What is a Folding Electric Bicycle?

A folding electric bicycle is a bike that can be easily folded for storage and transport....

Horizon car park meter

New ‘Horizon’ parking charges irk Exeter leisure users

Shoppers at Exe Bridges retail park are now facing parking fees, putting an end to drivers being able to leave their cars for free.

The retail park, which is home to the likes of M&S Foodhall, Boots, and TK Maxx, gives everyone parking there an hour free, but staying for more than that could cost at least £6.90.

For anyone who buys something from one of the retailers, they are given a voucher to scan at a parking machine, which validates parking for up to three hours.

Some potential concern had been raised for users of the adjacent Riverside Leisure Centre,...

House Extension and Factors You Should Keep In Mind

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 01/15/2024 - 10:36am

Adding an extension is one of the best home improvements you can do. However, many homeowners who wish to expand their homes are unfamiliar with building, architecture, or property design, even though some may be fortunate enough to possess insider knowledge in these fields. Without sound guidance, it can be simple to overlook something, make a mistake, or wind up spending much more than you had planned. Here are a few pertinent pointers to get you started. Many questions arise during the planning and design of a house extension, especially in the initial phases of the project. We've...

How Bespoke Furniture Can Enhance Interiors

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 01/15/2024 - 9:24am

New trends and styles appear annually, resulting in a constantly changing field of interior design. But even in this dynamic environment, one facet of design never goes out of style: custom furniture. Bespoke furniture is defined as pieces that are manufactured specifically to fit a given space and satisfy the individual needs and preferences of the customer. The importance of custom furniture in interior design is examined in this article, along with how it improves interior areas.

Bespoke furniture is essential to creating a genuinely unique and customized interior environment...

The Energy Code: Decoding Sustainable Power for Homes

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 01/15/2024 - 8:47am

In modern living, sustainable electricity comes from clean, environmentally friendly sources that suit our energy demands. Sustainable power systems generate electricity from water, wind, and sun. They generate power cleaner than fossil fuels. These innovations reduce our carbon footprint, save money, and enable us to utilise electricity without a grid. Understanding sustainable electricity is crucial as we use renewable energy and develop energy-efficient buildings to improve the future. Many exciting new technologies and trends are coming up that might make the energy situation more...

new van sales in Exeter

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles opens Van Centre in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 01/14/2024 - 10:40pm

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has opened a brand-new Van Centre in Exeter, providing its complete range of products and services to customers in Devon .

The new site, operated by Yeomans Group, now stocks the full range of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, alongside Approved Used vans as well as the full range of Volkswagen Passenger Cars.

Located at the Marsh Barton Trading Estate, the 18,500 sq.ft. showroom has space for 100 new and Approved Used vehicles on site. The servicing space has nine service ramps and a Class 7 MOT bay for commercial vehicles, providing full...

Eat the Bird's Flavour Revolution Takes Centre Stage at Turk's Head in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 01/14/2024 - 10:33pm

Brace yourselves for an unprecedented collaboration as Eat the Bird takes over the kitchen at Turk's Head, one of Exeter's top boozers. Get ready to embark on outrageous flavours and exciting events that will leave you craving more!

Eat the Bird, renowned for its independent, multi-award-winning premium fried chicken burger palaces, is set to bring its culinary magic to Turk's Head. Known for flavours that "slap hard," Eat the Bird is a place where every bite takes your breath away and all your naughty food dreams come true.

As part of this exciting collaboration, Turk's...

Join Devon Air Ambulance in their Mishap Mending Mission

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 01/14/2024 - 10:24pm

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) offers a masterclass in ‘stitching with style’ at their first mending workshop for local sewing beginners and enthusiasts.

The event, run by the DAA retail team, aims to educate people about the positive impact that extending the life of much-loved garments have on the planet and inspire their supporters to learn new mending skills. This will help to reduce the amount of pre-loved garments that might usually be sent for recycling whilst increasing funds for the life-saving charity.

Those who are already skilled menders or those that are keen-to-...

Pages