Around 22 members of the Gilbert Stephens Lunch Club enjoyed a two-course luncheon at Côte Brasserie, enjoying a spectacular view over a sun-drenched Cathedral Green.
This was the biggest turnout to date for the bi-monthly event, which is organised by the Devon-based law firm and held at various venues in and around Exeter. The informal networking lunch brings together professionals from around the city.
For information on upcoming events arranged by the Gilbert Stephens Lunch Club, please email alistair.heron@gilbertstephens.co.uk
Cornerstone celebrated reaching roof stage on their latest affordable housing development on Friday.
The development, at Ennerdale Way in Exwick, comprises four one bed and five two bed flats at affordable rents for local people registered on Devon Home Choice.
The topping out was celebrated on the roof with bubbly and doughnuts.
The development is expected to be completed in April 2014 and has been made possible with grant funding from the Homes & Communities Agency.
If you would like to find out more about Cornerstone Housing their rented properties...
When it comes to architecture, a lot of evolution can be noticed over the years, as architects always try to improve previous styles making wondrous buildings. However, some of the buildings are definitely timeless and will remain as examples of enormous creativity by some of the finest artists ever born. It's always interesting to see by yourself and capture with the camera. You don't require a super professional camera if you want to save memories. You can choose any camera from the best camera for amature photographer .
Those are exactly the types of buildings that you will...
The weather didn’t dampen spirits at the Silverton Hunt Point to Point meeting at Blackforest Lodge on Sunday 12th January. Racegoers were treated to a dry start and some great racing ahead of the Charles Stanley Ladies Open race which was won by the favourite, Byerley Bear, ridden by Leanda Tickle. She brought him home to his third Ladies Open win in four weeks ahead of last year’s winners Mobaasher ridden by Lucy Gardner - a great result for owner Roger Knowles and Trainer Robert Chanin. King of Alcatraz ridden by Vicky Wade came in third.
East Devon District Council is launching a series of regular advice surgeries where residents who have queries about Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support can get help and guidance.
The Benefits Team will be at the following venues every week:
Axminster Guildhall, every Thursday, 9-11.30am
Honiton, Senior Citizens’ Centre, New Street, every Thursday, 1.30-4.30pm
Seaton Town Hall, every Wednesday, 9.30-11.30am.
From 3 February, the Benefits Team will also be at the following venues every week:
Discrepancies between the best and worst annuity deals on offer could cost you as much as £100k.
Following Pensions Minister Steve Webb’s recent suggestion that pensioners should be given the power to switch annuities and the campaigns launched recently by the Financial Services Consumer Panel and The Sunday Times – to name only two, wealth manager Brewin Dolphin hugely welcomes all initiatives to find a better deal for savers.
Brewin has underlined the importance of shopping around and seeking professional advice when choosing your annuity. Having spoken to four of the...
Exeter Chiefs forwards coach Rob Hunter praised his side as they alive their hopes of qualification in this season’s LV= Cup with a 36-22 victory over the Ospreys at Sandy Park.
Tries from Luke Cowan-Dickie (2), James Scaysbrook, James Phillips and Don Armand were the highlights for the Devon club, whilst skipper Ceri Sweeney weighed in with the remainder of the points.
The Ospreys, who countered with four tries of their own through Daffyd Howells, Morgan Allen, Matthew Jenkins and Tom Grabham, played their part in an entertaining tussle.
Central United under 11's & Tiverton Youth under 11's met for the first time this season and played a tight first half, however United did appear the better side. The boys from Central were unlucky not to go into the break with a lead after Andrew Lapworth and Francis Blewett both came desperately close.
The Tiverton side came out strong in the second half and scored an impressive goal with their first clear cut chance to take a 1 - 0 lead. United responded immediately however with a brilliant team goal converted by Pacey Large . The...
After a Christmas and New Year period that saw Britain battered by high winds, lashing rain and storm waves believed to be amongst the most extreme in living memory, many of the UK’s beaches have been left strewn with huge amounts of litter.
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS), which organises the annual Beachwatch Big Weekend in September when thousands of people clean and survey hundreds of UK beaches, says now is a good time to get out on the beach and really make a difference.
Lauren Eyles, MCS Beachwatch Officer, says some beaches have been left in a terrible state,...
