5 Reasons to Use Self-Storage When Moving House

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Thu, 11/24/2022 - 12:44pm

Moving house can be incredibly stressful, with so much to do in often a very short space of time.

Fortunately, there are ways to make this experience a little easier on everyone involved, such as with the use of a self-storage facility.

Allowing you and your family to store away any belongings that you do not need immediate access to, read on to discover five reasons why you should use self-storage when moving house. Plus, where to find the safest and most secure units in your area.

  1. To take your time

If you don’t want to have to load up a...

Comedy at the Park

Event Date: 
03/02/2022 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Sandy Park
Exeter's biggest comedy night returns on Friday 3rd February 2023

We have some of the very best up and coming comedians in the country coming to Sandy Park, join us for a rip-roaring night of laughter that will keep you chuckling all night long!

Comedians are to be confirmed but working with the Comedy Surgery, we are guaranteed a line-up of five top comics to keep you laughing all night.

Tickets: Booking Selection [Sandy Park | 03.02.2023 - 19:00 | Comedy at the Park] - Exeter Chiefs

Green energy powerhouse ambitions showcased at Energy Summit

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 11/24/2022 - 11:18am

The huge potential of the South West’s green energy credentials, and its progress in becoming the UK’s green energy powerhouse, have been showcased at a key Energy Summit in the region.

The Great South West Partnership brought together leading figures across industry and Government for the summit, held at the University of Plymouth, on Wednesday 23 November.

The Great South West is the ‘powerhouse’ brand promoting the areas of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, the Heart of the South West covering Devon and Somerset, and Dorset. It aims to advocate the region’s natural ‘blue...

FORCE Charity Shop volunteer Jan Liff amid this year's bargains

It’s win, win, win at the FORCE shop this Christmas

Savvy shoppers are turning to charities this winter to beat the cost of living crisis and support their favourites good causes into the bargai n.

FORCE Cancer Charity’s shop in Fore Street, Heavitree, has plenty to tempt discerning buyers in the run-up to Christmas.

Shop manager Anna Heard said: “Come and grab your Secret Santa gifts from us but don’t stop there when we have lovely items like cashmere scarves, designer handbags, crystal glasses, jewellery and so much more. You might even find your party outfits for Christmas”

The FORCE shop is open Monday to...

Lusso Flooring – A Cheaper Alternative to Karndean & Amtico

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/24/2022 - 10:24am

Leading Leeds-based flooring supplier, Stories Flooring has recently introduced a brand new exclusive LVT range to their collection. The Lusso range has been designed with style and affordability in mind, helping homeowners to transform their living space on a budget.

The new collection rivals the likes of Karndean and Amtico, yet it is sold at a fraction of the cost. Here, we will explore the new range and how it compares to its more expensive rivals.

Lusso Flooring by Stories Flooring

Lusso is a luxurious LVT collection (read what LVT flooring is here ) launched by...

How to plan your next holiday

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/24/2022 - 10:07am

For many of us, the January blues are inevitable, with Christmas over, the dark nights and cold weather can take its toll. As a result, lots of us start planning a holiday as something to look forward to. Planning a holiday isn’t always easy and can sometimes become overwhelming, but here are some top tips to make the process easier.

Choose the type of holiday you’d like

The first step in your planning process should be to decide what type of holiday you want to have. Have a think about what you’re looking to gain from the holiday; are you looking to switch off and...

The Complete Greenhouse Gardening Guide

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/24/2022 - 9:55am

A greenhouse is an excellent investment for your outside space. Perfect for starting seeds, growing tomatoes and cucumbers, and bringing sensitive plants inside for the winter.

Greenhouses are ideal for growing tropical plants or other exotics that need constant temperatures and humidity due to their tropical climates. Read on if you're an avid home gardener who's always been fascinated by greenhouse gardening.

What is Greenhouse Gardening?

Greenhouse gardening is cultivating plants such as vegetables or flowers in a protected, artificial greenhouse environment where the...

Coldplay backs city homelessness charity’s first major Christmas campaign

A band of global superstars have thrown their weight behind an Exeter-based homelessness charity, by supporting the first major Christmas campaign of its 26-year history.

St Petrock’s will launch a gritty, yet heartwarming short film next week, as people on low incomes are plunged further into poverty, while the country slides into a recession triggered by soaring inflation and interest rate rises.

From discussions with partner agencies and St Petrock’s own observations, the charity estimates the number of rough sleepers on the streets of Exeter has doubled in the space...

How to use the internet to keep yourself safe

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/24/2022 - 6:22am

Staying safe online can be important, especially when a lot of a person’s day might be conducted online. However, while the internet can hold some dangers, it could also be used to keep yourself safe. The amount of information available to you may mean that, should you be uncertain about something to do with personal safety or home security, you might be able to gain access to the answers you seek simply by looking online.

Check caller information

Receiving calls from numbers you don’t recognise can be incredibly daunting. While some withheld or unknown numbers may come...

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