An Exeter based folk duo Hidden Coves, brought a touch of magic and melody to the opening of this year’s Devon County Show, serenading the cattle with a specially composed lullaby as they bedded down for their first night in the cattle barn on Wednesday 20th May.
The performance marked the start of the Devon County Show offering a warm and reassuring welcome to the 500 cattle attending the three‑day event the eve before they faced some of the most prestigious competitions in the cattle sector. With research showing that music can have a calming, beneficial effect on cattle –...
An Exeter-based housebuilder has transferred the initial tranche of Affordable properties to a local housing association at one of its sites in the city.
Persimmon Homes South West built the properties for local people under its Westbury Partnerships brand. Half of the 40 properties have already been constructed and handed over to LiveWest, with the second half to follow later this summer.
Both parties marked the handover of the properties in Newcourt, Exeter on-site alongside local City Councillor James Cookson. The homes, 22 social rent and 18 shared owner units, are...
Laura Bates, the Sunday Times bestselling author and activist who founded the Everyday Sexism project, is coming to Exeter Library on 2nd July to do a talk on AI and how it is reshaping sexism.
The talk will focus on her latest book The New Age of Sexism: How the AI revolution is reinventing misogyny . She will discuss the seismic shift that AI is creating in our society, how it enables the spread of disinformation and what this means for women and marginalised groups.
The evening is part of a wider project from Libraries Unlimited. Commissioned by Ofcom and working in...
A Devon-based mobile dental hygiene and therapy provider has marked its first 12 months in operation with rapid regional growth, an expanding workforce, and plans to scale its model across the UK.
The Dental Hygenius , founded by former military dental professional Tare Pile, now operates an eight-strong team delivering care across the South West.
Launched just a year ago, the service was established to address persistent gaps in access to dental care, particularly for patients unable to attend traditional practices. Since its inception, the company has extended its...
South West law firm Coodes Solicitors has announced the firm’s latest round of promotions in recognition of the exceptional talent and continued commitment across a broad range of practice areas.
Marking a landmark period of growth for the firm, Hayley Gaffney (Dispute Resolution), Laura Noble (Residential Property), Ben Sidgwick (Dispute Resolution), Kerry Tresidder (Residential Property) and David Usher (Personal Injury) have all achieved Partner status, reflecting the ambition within the business.
Understanding that experienced legal professionals can contribute...
Students at Isca Academy took part in the “Be Internet Citizens” programme, delivered in partnership with YouTube and Parent Zone, aimed at helping young people navigate the online world safely and confidently.
The sessions, brought to Exeter by local MP Steve Race, focused on helping students identify misinformation and disinformation online, recognise emotional manipulation, and develop stronger media literacy and critical thinking skills.
Students took part in a range of activities and discussions designed to help them question online content, assess the reliability...
Award-winning automotive retailer Vertu made its mark at the annual Devon County Show after its new-look stand was named as winner of the Gold award in the Motor Dealers Class.
The annual event, held at the Westpoint Arena in Exeter, marked the first appearance of the summer for Vertu’s all-new experiential race trailer, which has been created to showcase the extensive portfolio of manufacturers represented by the retailer across the UK.
In Devon alone, Vertu operates dealerships representing BMW, Dacia, Ferrari, Honda, Hyundai, Land Rover, MINI, Peugeot, Renault and...
Get ready for an electrifying live performance from the ABBA Tribute Band that brings the music to youngsters and adults alike! Winners of the Official UK No.1 Abba Tribute Band award from the Agents Association Ltd four years in a row. Now coming to Sheldon ready to entertain you! If you love singing along to your favourite songs like Mamma Mia or Dancing Queen and want to relive the energetic stage performances of this phenomenal band, come and watch them perform those fabulous hit tunes one after another. And feel free to come in costume!
For collectors and families across the UK, Douglas Dogs have become increasingly popular because of their detailed breed designs, soft textures and characterful companion feel. From Golden Retrievers and Border Collies to Labradors, German Shepherds and woodland-style companions, each Douglas Dog has its own personality and appeal.
One of the main challenges for UK buyers is knowing where to find reliable local stock. Some Douglas Dogs can be difficult to source, especially when popular breeds sell quickly or certain models are only available from overseas sellers. While...
Exeter-based B Corp four-day week environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has retained its place in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list - for the third consecutive year.
The prestigious 2026 line-up celebrates organisations with outstanding workplace culture, employee engagement and staff experience. The rankings are based on responses to an employee survey, developed by The Sunday Times in partnership with WorkL, alongside behavioural scientists, data analysts, psychologists, business leaders and academics.
