Weather warnings make checking tyres an essential New Year resolution

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 01/09/2022 - 5:11pm

With the Met Office* issuing warnings for ice and snow, and the threat of flooding from the Environment Agency this week, 2022 has started with challenging driving conditions across the country. With millions of us making New Year’s resolutions, TyreSafe is urging motorists to pledge to check their tyres regularly to reduce the risk of an incident while out on the road.

Adequate tread depth is essential, especially when there is significant standing water. Tread clears water from between the road surface and the tyre - as much as a bucket full every seven seconds on a new tyre....

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Hiring a CFO in Exeter can be a game changer for your business

Authored by Viktorija
Posted: Sun, 01/09/2022 - 8:45am

The world of work is changing rapidly in the face of the pandemic. Skilled professionals are relocating out of London to Exeter and Devon. If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that all you need is wi-fi, Zoom, and an endless supply of coffee to run a business.

Remote working means Exeter businesses have access to a talent pool of professionals who can transform their fortunes. Flexible working and remote working go hand in hand. You don’t need to hire a professional full-time to benefit from their expertise. That’s why hiring a CFO in Exeter is more popular than ever...

Who wrote the Book of Romans?

The Book of Romans is considered the most popular and most read books you will find in the Bible. Romans is the book new believers begin with when they start studying the Bible, along with its concise and clear explanations of the Gospel.

Whether you are on your first or 20th read-through of the letter to the Romans, there’s always something new you can learn and carry into one’s life of faith. Nonetheless, have you ever found yourself thinking about the context that surrounds Romans and the people who wrote it?

Let us explore that in this post.

Who wrote the...

Exeter Vintage Kilo Sale - we are. second life fashion

Event Date: 
22/01/2022 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Castle

Hello Exeter,

Welcome to the fashion revolution!

Don’t miss your chance to snap up our second-life designer, vintage, streetwear and sportswear for just £20 a kilo!

Who are we? we are. is a sustainable, planet-conscious second life fashion pop-up visiting cities all over the UK with our incredible trendy finds.

What can I expect? When you come to our event you can expect to find BIG BRANDS at SMALL PRICES and a completely new way to halt the fast fashion industry in its tracks.

What will I find? A great atmosphere and thousands of pre-loved,...

Where can I get boosted this “Jabuary”?

Cases of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay are increasing rapidly in Devon, leading to a rising number of people in hospital with Covid and causing over 1,000 hospital staff to be off work.

The World Health Organisation recently warned that, while the Omicron variant does appear to be less severe compared to Delta, it should not be categorised as “mild” and still causes some people to die or become seriously ill and require hospital care.

However having the Covid-19 vaccination reduces your chances of becoming serious ill and clinics in Devon...

5 Most important European languages to learn

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Sat, 01/08/2022 - 10:51am

Learning a new language can be a daunting task. If you plan to learn a European language for whatever reason, you might know that there are 24 major languages spoken in Europe. Picking which one to learn can be confusing. But the question you need to ask yourself is why exactly do you want to learn a new language? It could be to explore new employment opportunities, move to a different country, or maybe you simply want to upskill.

Regardless, there are some languages that are more widespread in the EU than the rest. However, if you are can’t make up your mind as to what European...

New Devon retreat venue to offer ‘rewilding burnout breaks’

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/07/2022 - 10:34pm

A new venue is to open in April hosting mindfulness retreats specifically for deepening a connection to nature and tackling the effects of stress and burnout.

Retreats incorporating nature’s ability to comfort and heal will take place at The Coach House on The Sharpham Estate , world-renowned for its high-quality cheeses and wine, making a stunning setting beside the River Dart near Totnes, South Devon.

Part of the estate is being rewilded and Coach House retreatants will be invited to uniquely experience and explore the fields being restored to nature, performing...

Olympian Sharron Davies launches new online training programme

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/07/2022 - 8:59pm

OLYMPIAN Sharron Davies has launched a new health and fitness programme to help people of all ages and abilities in the wake of Covid. The new website will go live in January 2022 and access to the programme will cost less than a cup of coffee a week. People are also being offered the chance to buy one and donate one subscription to charity.

Sharron Davies said: "It's been an incredibly difficult last two years. People have stopped going to the gym, had to work from home and at one point it seemed our only enjoyment was cooking a more exciting meal. Sadly statistics show us that...

Play featuring 83-year-old actress will involve audiences to understand experiences of dementia

At 83, Gill Cree thought her acting days were behind her, yet she is now part of a cast who will involve audiences in an innovative play designed to share understanding of the experience of living with dementia.

Part of a major research project run by the University of Exeter, the play, called The World Turned Upside Down, will run at the University of Exeter on January 11, and Exeter Phoenix on January 13.

It is part of the University of Exeter-led programme Improving the Experience of Dementia and Enhancing Active Life (IDEAL) is funded by the Economic and Social...

Exeter care home residents beat winter blues with visit from feathered friends

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/07/2022 - 2:45pm

Residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Cadogan Court, in Exeter, were all of a flutter this week when some friendly feathered visitors came to visit.

Echo the European Eagle owl, Chestnut the Tawny owl, and Barley the Barn owl were among the guests. Delighted residents loved meeting them and learning all about them from Richard and Sharon Beech, owners of Hawkridge Bird of Prey Centre.

One resident who was especially delighted by the visit was Paula Anderson. Paula said: “It was a lovely visit as we got to hold and stroke these beautiful birds. They certainly put a smile on...

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