Escapes for everyone at Vue as families seek fun activities this half-term

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/22/2021 - 10:33pm

NEW and classic family friendly blockbusters are coming to the big screen at Vue this October half term.

Meanwhile, new statistics from Vue’s Fulfilment Report have found that 7 out of 10 parents want a fun-packed schedule with their children this half-term, with 8 out of 10 looking for activities close to home.

Over a third of parents are planning a family trip to the cinema, with an array of content available for all the family during the school holidays.

When an evil genius threatens to turn all toddlers in the world into unbearable brats, there’s no choice...

Best golf courses to play in Exeter

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 10/22/2021 - 9:07pm

Exeter and the county of Devon are lucky enough to have some of the best golf courses in the South West of England. Whether you regularly play a round of golf or play the sport occasionally through the summer, there is something for everybody.

Here is a look at some of the leading courses in Exeter, all of which are available to book regardless of your level.

Exeter Golf and Country Club

A guide to the 18 hole golf course at Exeter Golf and Country Club

A new golf course opened in 2016 at Exeter Golf and Country Club and since then it has received fantastic...

Princesshay announces return of Christmas snow domes and bar

Princesshay has announced that it’s Christmas bar with private snow domes, giant Christmas tree, Bratwurst BBQ and wooden chalets will return for Christmas 2021.

From Friday 12th November, a festive themed, open-air Snow House bar, snow dome pods and outdoor seating will take centre stage at Princesshay. The bar will be serving a range of favourite festive tipples and visitors will be treated to a choice of Christmas eats from crepes and churros, cheese and fudge to traditional German Bratwurst from the nearby extended market stalls situated on Bedford Street and Eastgate....

Increased sales and improved customer service in 2021

Authored by Mike Page
Posted: Fri, 10/22/2021 - 6:32am

Delivering excellent customer service is paramount these days. The way you respond to your customer’s queries and problems directly impacts how much you sell. In fact, Microsoft found that 96% of global consumers agree that customer service is an essential factor in their choice of loyalty to a brand.

Here’s another exciting thing the same report found: 54% of all consumers around the world say that their expectations regarding customer service are higher than they did just one year ago. creatio Research data also confirms just how close the relationship between quality customer...

Things to keep in mind while buying furniture for your new home

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 10/22/2021 - 6:08am

Furniture selection for some people is easy, while others find it a hassle to choose the right furniture that goes with the theme, style, need, and budget. Sometimes it is difficult, or people are overwhelmed due to various options and make the wrong choice. Few points below to keep in mind while buying furniture for your new house are given for you.

Home size

The size of your home matters a lot when you are buying new furniture. Sometimes your table would be too small or too big for your place. Having a basic idea about the style you want to go, you can buy furniture that will...

Retirees take part in skydive and hot air balloon ride as Inspired Villages makes wishes come true

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/21/2021 - 10:52pm

Later living operator Inspired Villages, which owns Millbrook retirement village, in Exeter, has been helping to grant ‘wishes’ for residents including arranging a skydive, hot air balloon ride and a private tour of the Tate St Ives.

The wishes are being granted as part of the company’s ‘Retired? No, Inspired’ campaign helping residents achieve long-held dreams. The campaign aims to highlight that those later years can be the best of your life as you finally have the freedom from work and family commitments to do things you may have been putting off for years.

With the...

Exeter care home residents explore the secrets of Haldon Forest

Residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Cadogan Court, in Exeter, were delighted to be able to enjoy a day trip to Haldon Forest Park, following the current guidance from the government. Since this summer, care home residents have been able to participate in low-risk, out-of-home activities without having to self-isolate on their return to the care homes.

The residents chose Haldon Forest as they wanted to make the most of the warm sunny weather, so the Home’s staff safely arranged the trip for them. They all travelled via the Home’s mini bus to the woodlands, just 15 minutes from...

Why jewellery is considered as a fashion symbol

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Thu, 10/21/2021 - 5:33pm

Jewellery has been worn by both men and women for different reasons since ancient civilizations. In the past, items would be made of natural materials such as animal teeth and worn by men, but today most jewellery is made of sparkling stones and precious metals. Wearing ornaments and accessories has always been a part of fashion. This is more relevant today since we are heading towards an era of slow fashion and accessories are being used to enhance our outfits so as to make them more exciting. Here’s why we think that jewellery is an important fashion symbol.

Marks special occasions...

Trading Standards wins national award for supporting farmers during pandemic

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/21/2021 - 3:40pm

Trading Standards has been nationally acclaimed for a ground-breaking project which focuses on farmers' mental health and strengthens links with rural communities.

The Heart of the Southwest Trading Standards Service (HotSW TS) covers Devon, Plymouth, Somerset, and Torbay and was awarded the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) Hero Award for best project in London this week.

On behalf of the CTSI, Exeter MP Ben Bradshaw presented the award to Nikki Rattenbury, Rebecca Barker and Samantha Younger for the Mental Health & Wellbeing in farming communities’...

Reminder to "be bright, be seen" on Devon's roads

British Summer Time ends on Sunday 31 October and as well as remembering to put the clocks back, Devon County Council is reminding road users to “be bright, be seen”.

With people travelling to work and school in the dark and in poor weather conditions when visibility is reduced, the council is urging people to take extra care.

Motorists are asked to look out for more vulnerable road users and to give cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders plenty of space.

Cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists, and horse riders are all encouraged to wear reflective and...

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