A new director has been appointed by leading South West firm of chartered accountants and business advisers, Westcotts to head up their Crediton office.
Accountant Matt Melksham (pictured with Westcotts managing partner, Shona Godefroy) joins the firm with more than 23 years’ experience and will lead the four-strong team, while supporting a growing number of clients in mid Devon.
A Fellow Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA), Matt will oversee the growth and development of Westcotts in the area and brings significant specialist expertise...
Local bus operator Stagecoach South west has announced that the popular route 57 bus service has been doubled in frequency with buses now operating up to every 15 minutes, Monday to Saturday. Route 57 offers frequent and convenient connections between the city of Exeter with Topsham, Lympstone and the popular seaside town of Exmouth.
The new timetable introduced sees the number of buses between Exeter and Exmouth doubled with the Monday to Saturday daytime frequency increased from every 30 minutes up to every 15 minutes, plus a number of additional journeys are introduced during...
Seaglass Gallery, an independent art gallery in Lympstone, will be hosting ‘A Celebration of Ceramics’ from Friday 28th April until Sunday 7th May.
The exhibition will be open daily from 10.30am-4pm ( closed Tuesday 2nd May) and will exhibit the work of contemporary ceramicists coming together to celebrate the natural forms and colours of nature.
Beautiful pots, vessels, functional ware and decorative tiles will inspire visitors, in our calm and creative space.
Charlotte and Bruce, Seaglass Gallery’s owners, who will be...
Cyprus is a beautiful Mediterranean island that attracts millions of tourists annually. With its stunning beaches, rich history, and warm hospitality, it's no surprise that people worldwide flock to this island. However, to experience the authentic local culture, you must do more than visit popular tourist attractions. Let's explore some ways to immerse yourself in the local culture and get a taste of what makes Cyprus such a special place.
Stay in a Traditional Village
One of the best ways to experience authentic local culture is to stay in a traditional village. Cyprus has many...
Programmes are now on sale for one of the most popular events on the social calendar in Devon - the Secret Gardens of Topsham , taking place on June 11.
It’s the first time the event has taken place for five years and gives hundreds of visitors a rare opportunity to see 14 hidden gem gardens. These are not normally open to the public and are dotted around the town’s streets, lanes and waterside walks.
Programmes went on sale recently with a quartet of volunteers from the organising body, Topsham Museum, dressed in event livery and taking to the town’s streets to sell to...
Known for its beauty, Kilmarnock is a town located in the scenic Ayrshire region of Scotland. Ayrshire in particular is famous for its breathtaking coastlines and countryside. Every inch of this town is covered in its rich history and culture, but that’s not all! There’s also plenty to see and do. So whether you are looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or a sightseeing adventure, Kilmarnock is where you want to be. Convinced, but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, we break down all you need to know when planning your stay in this beautiful town.
International Dawn Chorus Day takes place on Sunday 7 May 2023 and the RSPB is inviting you to wrap your ears around nature’s finest musical experience.
Wherever you live, this amazing festival of bird song (known as the Dawn Chorus) happens on your doorstep.
Starting about an hour before sunrise (around 4:30am) birds take advantage of the still, quiet air to trumpet, squeak and caw to attract a mate and warn off rivals from their patch. Don’t worry if that’s a bit early for you, though – they often continue singing until about 7am so you can catch their final encore....
Devon & Exeter’s newest distillery is calling on people of the city to name their stills and make their mark in history.
Coastal Gin is the latest invention from Quayside Distillery, vacuum-distilled in the heart of Exeter on the historic quay, using locally grown botanicals.
Bottling up a true taste of Devon because of their specialised techniques, the futuristic stills behind Coastal Gin need a name, and the venue is asking locals to come up with a title that pays homage to their historic city.
George is also offering a reward in exchange for the chosen...
Sport is a massive part of life in and around Exeter. Due to this, Exeter City have a passionate base of fans among residents and always attract decent-sized crowds to their games. While the club’s current status in League One is enough to keep supporters interested, everyone involved with it is naturally aiming for bigger things.
If promotion to the Championship can be achieved by the club, for example, then it would not only be a major source of pride but could also lead to even better things. Breaking into the Premier League is the dream every Exeter fan has and would not be...
An alliance of national animal charities has joined forces with FareShare and global corporate donors including Pets at Home, Petplan, Purina Petcare, Lily’s Kitchen, and Mars Petcare to help owners in need to feed their hungry pets in the face of the cost of living crisis.
Dogs Trust, RSPCA, Battersea, and Cats Protection are working together with industry body UK Pet Food to secure food from pet food manufacturers, which is then distributed all over the UK through FareShare, the UK’s largest charity fighting hunger and food waste.
