Westcountry Property Exhibition in London October 2023

Westcountry estate agents taking homes to London buyers

Around 60 local and well-reputed estate agencies will be taking homes for sale directly to potential buyers in London and the Southeast next month, at the Experts in Property’s next Westcountry Property Exhibition.

The estate agents, with offices spread across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset and Bristol, will be showcasing their ‘wares’ at the event, which is set to take place at The Mitre Hampton Court on Thursday 26th October.

Members of the Experts in Property network collaborate to provide exceptional, unrivalled marketing power for their properties to reach more...

How to Prevent Clogged Drains: Tips for Homeowners

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 09/22/2023 - 12:50pm

Clogged drains are one of those pesky household issues that can cause a lot of trouble. They're not only a hassle to deal with but can also lead to expensive repairs if left unchecked. The good news is that preventing clogged drains is easier than you might think. You can do plenty of simple things every day to stop them from becoming a problem for your family home. Let’s get started and discuss some practical tips for homeowners to keep their drains clear.

Understanding the Causes of Clogged Drains

Ever wonder what's lurking in your drains, causing all that trouble?...

Calling all businesses and entrepreneurs in East Devon, Exeter, and Mid Devon - Prosper is here to help!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/21/2023 - 11:42pm

Prosper is a new, free, business support programme aimed at helping businesses and entrepreneurs to achieve their business development ambitions.

Specialised support offered through Prosper is designed to help businesses and entrepreneurs in East Devon, Exeter and Mid Devon to improve productivity, reach net zero goals, move into new markets, develop new products and more.

The programme, funded by East Devon, Mid Devon and Exeter City councils through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will provide a mixture of online support and in-person one-to-one sessions or workshops...

Overnight closures planned for Fore Street in Heavitree

Overnight resurfacing work will be carried out in Fore Street, Heavitree, for six nights at the start of next month.

The road will be closed from 9pm until 7am each night from Monday 2 October until Friday 6 October and then again on the evening of Monday 9 October.

The scheme, on the section of Fore Street between the junctions with Whipton Lane and North Street, has been scheduled to take place at night in order to reduce disruption to road users. Fore Street will be fully open during daytime hours.

During the overnight closures the diversion route will be...

Disney On Ice presents 100 Years of Wonder Skates into Exeter this Winter

Grab your mouse ears and get ready as Disney On Ice presents 100 Years of Wonder skates into Exeter’s Westpoint Centre, with the magic of Disney’s 100th Anniversary closer than ever when Disney On Ice brings the celebration to you! Encanto joins the show for the very first time in the UK, inspiring families to make magical memories they will treasure forever.

The production will skate into Exeter’s Westpoint Centre from 23rd November to 26th November 2023.

Relive magical Disney stories with all of your favourite characters in a family experience featuring classic Disney...

2023 Driving Rule Changes Still Catching People Out Halfway through the Year

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Thu, 09/21/2023 - 5:51pm

With the new year firmly upon us, it is worth reminding ourselves of the driving rule changes that took effect at the start of 2023. While some of these changes have been in the works for a while, others were introduced more recently, leading to confusion and uncertainty for many drivers on the road. As a result, even months into the new year, some drivers find themselves unwittingly breaking the new rules, leading to steep fines and potential legal issues.

One of the most significant changes is the introduction of Clean Air Zones in major UK cities, including London. These zones...

London

Research shows which UK city has the most blue plaques

Authored by tomdummer
Posted: Thu, 09/21/2023 - 4:25pm

You may have noticed that around cities in the UK, there are blue plaques that commemorate certain figures and buildings that are related to the city. According to English Heritage, blue plaques are a form of historical marker that commemorate notable individuals and events associated with specific buildings or locations in the city.

With almost one thousand of these memorial plaques erected throughout the city according to English Heritage, Brunel Engraving were curious as to how many plaques are based nationally around the UK.

London comes out with the most blue plaques...

St. Leonards Quarter has the Exe-Factor for new resident

Gareth Jones is relishing the prospect of calling a new apartment at St. Leonards Quarter, in Exeter, home.

The retired university professor says the decision to head to Acorn Property Group’s prestigious Exeter development was a “no brainer”.

This summer, he will up sticks and swap South Wales for Devon and a St. Leonards Quarter apartment.

He is excited about beginning a busy new chapter in his life – with the new home close to family but also the ideal place to enjoy outdoor activities and an active social life.

“I’ve been keeping an eye on the...

Powderham Food Festival 2023

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/21/2023 - 12:01pm

The highly-anticipated Powderham Food Festival is making a comeback on the 7th and 8th of October, and this year it's set to be bigger and better than ever before.

With less than a month to go, the excitement surrounding the festival has reached unprecedented levels, with record-breaking ticket sales in the first 6 weeks of release indicating that food enthusiasts both near and far are eager to indulge in the artisanal delights that will be on offer.

With sweet baked sensations from the Cookie Queen and melt-in-the-mouth fudge from Edwards Fudge Kitchen , to plant-based...

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