Haines Watts Rural Business farming consultant Lucy Thomas has been kept busy helping agricultural clients to apply for the latest round of ‘Catchment Sensitive Farming’ Capital Grants at various locations around the South West.
The scheme is part of the Catchment Sensitive Farming project which provides advice to farmers to help them implement changes in farming that reduce the risk of both water pollution, and the regulation being applied to farming to achieve required water quality standards. Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) delivers practical solutions and targeted support to...
A goal deep, deep into stoppage time by Eliot Richards earned Exeter City a 2-2 draw at home against Dagenham & Redbridge.
The Grecians had gone ahead in the first half through Tom Nichols, but a fine strike by Luke Norris got the visitors on terms in the second period.
Dagenham went ahead through what appeared to be a soft penalty, as Medy Elito slotted in after Brian Saah was judged to have been fouled, by Richards rescued a point with virtually the last kick of the game.
Medical men at Hospiscare are appealing for lads and dads to join them at the 2014 Men’s Walk taking place in Exeter on March 15.
The doctors, nurses and healthcare assistants came together to thank everyone who has already signed up to complete the 10k route and raise money for the thousands of patients with life-limiting illnesses the team cares for every year.
Hospiscare Consultant Tim Harlow said: “It is such a privilege for us to be able to care for local people at this important time in their lives. And the only reason this is possible is because of people, like those...
Didn't sleep well last night? TED is here to help with 8 ways to get a good night's sleep...
#1 – Maintain a Sleep Schedule
In order to wake up renewed every day, you need to maintain a regular sleep schedule. You should go to bed at the same time every day (the same goes for waking up). This rhythm will certainly keep you vital throughout the day. Remember not to alter your schedule. Of course, fifteen minutes here or there won’t make that much of a difference.
#2 – Eat and Drink Responsibly
Remember to eat at least two hours before going to bed. This won’t...
Music lovers can enjoy listening to some of the finest musicians surrounded by beautiful photographs of Britain’s natural history in the Rathbones Spring Concert Series at Exeter’s Royal Albert Memorial Museum.
On Wednesday 2 April, Raphael Wallfisch (cello) is joined by John York (piano) in a programme that includes Beethoven’s Sonata for cello and piano in A, Op.69; Debussy’s Sonata in G Minor and Brahms’ Sonata for Cello and Piano in F, Op.99.
On Wednesday 7 May, Tom Poster (piano) plays two Impromptus by Schubert, D. 899 Nos 1 and 2; Beethoven’s Sonata in D Major, Op.28...
South West shoppers have a chance to bag a designer bargain as part of a charity treasure hunt launching this week (Monday 10 March).
Designer creations from some of the biggest names in the fashion world will arrive at Cancer Research UK shops across the region as part of the Tatler Treasure Hunt.
For two weeks, shoes, scarves, clothes, handbags and other stunning creations will be hidden in stores, alongside items regularly donated by the local community.
The campaign sees Tatler magazine join forces with the fashion elite to donate pieces which will be sold in...
Exeter School welcomed a visit from Exmoor author and farmer, Victoria Eveleigh, on World Book Day.
Victoria's visit coincided with the launch of her latest book, 'Joe and the Race to Rescue'.
She was joined by her husband Chris who illustrates her delightful horse stories for boys and girls aged 8 - 13.
Victoria gave a talk to senior and junior pupils about her work and inspiration. Exeter School pupils asked lots of interesting questions and their books were signed by the literary couple.
Children’s teams in the South West are being called on to sign up to a scheme to bring back half-time oranges to kids’ football.
The Half Time Jaffa project is calling for children’s teams around the country to sign a pledge to replace chocolate, crisps, sweets and biscuits during the half-time break with a healthier choice of snack.
Teams sign up to the scheme free at www.halftimejaffa.com
They will receive vouchers for fruit, entry into draws and competitions for football kit and other equipment, as well as regular updates on how the project is developing. Many...
South West music charity Wren Music marks the culmination of its 30th anniversary programme with a Grand Concert at Exeter Cathedral featuring 250 musicians and singers.
Wren is blending the voices and instruments of its five choirs and four orchestras from north, south, east and west Devon for the concert, along with Wren’s county-wide youth groups, Roots Acoustic and Roots A Capella.
The 90-minute concert is entitled A World Where Every Voice is Heard, reflecting Wren’s work in reaching people in communities who might not otherwise have the opportunity to get involved in...
BBC Three hit ' Hotel of Mum and Dad' is back and it's creators Mentorn Media are urging couples in Devon to consider appearing.
The show gives couples who are living in the family home a chance to live on their own for a week to see if domesticated bliss is all it's made out to be!
If you or your partner are :
Desperate for your own space
Too used to home comforts
Living with your in laws
Nervous about moving out for the first time
Then you are might be perfect to appear in BBC Three's Show!
