Beyond the Stadium: Exploring the Fast-Paced World of Street Soccer

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 05/22/2023 - 9:14am

In a world where digital experiences like fitness VR games are altering the meaning of physical activity, there's a sport that's captivating the hearts of people all over the world with its raw energy and distinct style. This is street soccer, a game that transcends the limitations of a traditional stadium and puts the fast-paced spirit of street culture into every kick and goal.

Street soccer is a scaled-down version of the popular sport. Rather than a wide pitch and two teams of eleven, street soccer is frequently played on hard surfaces such as basketball courts or even...

Funding awarded to support walking and cycling routes

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/22/2023 - 8:42am

Walking and cycling schemes in the county have received a £2.1 million cash injection after Devon County Council secured Active Travel Funding from central government .

A number of priority active travel projects in Exeter, Newton Abbot, North Devon and Torridge will be supported with the funding to enable and encourage more people to walk and cycle.

The schemes to benefit from the grant award are:

Over £900,000 will help complete a section of the Tarka Trail between Ilfracombe and Braunton, delivering a key missing link of the trail near Willingcott Valley...

Old Mill acquires commercial property pension specialist Quro

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/22/2023 - 6:55am

Old Mill has acquired commercial property pension specialist Quro Financial Solutions as it continues its drive to become the fastest-growing practice in the South West.

The deal is the second in a series of carefully chosen acquisitions – the first was Brook Financial back in June 2022 - that will support Old Mill’s ambitious five-year growth plan to double the size of the business by 2026.

Quro Financial Solutions was launched by husband-and-wife team Matt and Bren Johnson in 2011 when they saw a gap in the market for specialist advice for owner managers looking to...

What You Should Do After a Rough Day

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 05/22/2023 - 6:35am

Having a rough day comes to everyone at some point, and it can feel a little disheartening. If you can, there are some things you can do to help ease the stress and allow you to go into the evening with a bit more comfort and peace. How can you do that, you ask? Let's take a look at what you should do after a rough day to help pick yourself back up again.

Give Yourself A Break

First things first - give yourself a break. No matter what has caused your day to be unpleasant, it is has had an impact on you, and beating yourself up about it will not make anything easier. Make sure to...

Breakfasts Supporting Christian Aid

Event Date: 
28/05/2023 - 10:30am
Venue: 
St David's Church, Exeter EX4 4HR

Breakfasts Supporting Christian Aid

Go along for breakfast and give to support aid and development charity Christian Aid: www.christianaid.org.uk

Sunday 28 May

10.30am-11.30am

Eggs, bacon, croissants pastries, sausages and toast toppers.

Breakfasts Supporting Christian Aid

Event Date: 
26/05/2023 - 9:00am
Venue: 
St Michael's Church, Mount Dinham, Exeter

Breakfasts Supporting Christian Aid

Go along for breakfast and give to support aid and development charity Christian Aid: www.christianaid.org.uk

Friday 26th May

9am-10.30 am

Eggs, bacon, croissants pastries, sausages and toast toppers.

Summer Fête & Fun Dog Show

Event Date: 
24/06/2023 - 11:30am

Summer Fête & Fun Dog Show

11.30am-2pm.

Featuring a cake stall, plant stall, barbecue, prize draw, book stall, games, refreshments and lots more.

The fun dog show starts at noon - register on the day.

Cost per class: £1.50 for first three; £1 thereafter.

Enquiries to Glynis 07775 752815

The event is supporting St David's Church and St Michael and All Angels’ Church, Mount Dinham.

Exeter Golf and Country Club men’s and ladies’ captains Geoff Fidler and Vicki Rogers are pictured

Exeter golf captains get in the swing for hospital charity

Authored by Andy Keeble
Posted: Sat, 05/20/2023 - 8:48am

Golfers at the Exeter Golf and Country Club have teed off a year of fundraising for the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital.

Men’s and ladies’ 2023-24 golf captains Geoff Fidler and Vicki Rogers have chosen the RD&E Charity as their charity of the year and hope to raise £20,000 to support the hospital’s oncology department.

The department treated Geoff for prostate cancer more than a decade ago, and again last year, when his cancer returned.

He said: “Throughout my time in radiotherapy, I met many other cancer patients who were also being treated by the marvellous...

Homegrown Musical Extravaganza comes to Exeter!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 05/20/2023 - 1:51am

Billie Bottle’s Temple of Shibboleth are delighted to announce that they are bringing their Mending Tour to Exeter Phoenix on Sun 4th June.

The tour is promoting the release of their eponymous debut album, produced by George Shilling (Blur/Primal Scream/Bjork). The night will also feature folktronica duo, Solarference.

The Temple band are an all woman 5-piece based in Devon, who blend mythic prog/ jazz with pop melodies. They have been described by All About Jazz as !vigorous and unequivocally hip”. The show combines art-rock with melodic grooves and is an engaging...

Exeter Cocktail Week set to shake up the city

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 05/20/2023 - 12:48am

The first-ever Exeter Cocktail Week (EXECW) kicks off in under two weeks!

During the festival, which runs from May 31 to June 7, wristband holders will have access to special cocktail menus at participating venues. Each menu has at least one recipe for £5, with most venues creating a showcase (something that promoted a brand or local producer, Margoux has used honey made on the roof of the Princesshay shopping centre) and a no-alcohol option too.

Participating Venues:

Artigiano, Badavis Lounge, Boom Battle Bar, Bootleggers, The Botanist, The Cocktail Club,...

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