Complete your home design for less

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 11/24/2021 - 6:02am

Nothing beats shopping in a robe from the comfort of your living room or during those rare free moments when you have time to spare. The convenience of shopping online has driven many buyers to the internet. You are undoubtedly busy; whether it’s work, errands for the home, or raising children, your tasks are endless. Having a beautiful home is important, but finding the time to shop around can prove challenging. 1Stop Bedrooms helps remove some of those challenges by presenting a vast selection of quality furniture for your home. Skip the long lines and avoid travel to a retail location...

Exeter lab manager wins Sustainability Champion Award

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 11/23/2021 - 10:58pm

A University of Exeter lab manager has been named a "Sustainability Champion" in the 2021 Green Gown Awards UK & Ireland .

Daniela Farina , who works at the Penryn Campus in Cornwall, won the staff sustainability category.

The judges said she showed "great application" and leadership, leading to results across University of Exeter labs that can also be replicated elsewhere.

The University also had three finalists in the awards, which recognise the exceptional sustainability initiatives being undertaken by universities and colleges.

"Universities are...

New professional orchestra led by Jacqueline Shave announces debut tour

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/23/2021 - 10:37pm

The Chamber Orchestra of the West led by Somerset’s own internationally renowned violinist Jacqueline Shave is set to bring world-class music to communities across the region.

Thanks to the success of a recent crowd-funding campaign supported by many local people in the South West, the newly formed orchestra announces their debut pilot programme.

Recognising a demand for high-quality orchestral music available for South West communities, eleven musicians, led by Luccombe-based Artistic Director Jacqueline Shave, have joined forces to form The Chamber Orchestra Of The...

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Book signing comes hand in hand with carol singing at Otter!

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Tue, 11/23/2021 - 7:25pm

A young singing sensation from Sidmouth will be at Otter Garden Centres in Ottery St Mary on November 27 to sign books he illustrated during illnesses and lockdowns.

James Mason-Carney will also be entertaining customers with renditions of popular songs and Christmas carols.

James hit the news last year when the children’s book that he illustrated was published to great acclaim. Written by his mum, Julie Claire-Carney, the book Tiggs and The Midnight Choir is based on James’s experiences as a chorister at Exeter Cathedral School.

It began when he was in recovery...

La La Choirs' Exeter Cathedral Concert

Event Date: 
10/12/2021 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Cathedral

La La Choirs will be making a rousing return to Exeter Cathedral next month for a very special Christmas concert in aid of Children's Hospice South West (CHSW).

The sixth annual concert by the popular community choir will take place on Friday, December 10 and tickets are available to buy now.

The La La Choirs, which boasts more than 250 members and has choirs in Exeter, Exmouth, Ottery St Mary and Plymouth, were unable to perform at the cathedral last year due to COVID 19 but despite the pandemic, members have not missed a single practice session, getting together virtually...

Taylor Wimpey donates nearly £1,500 towards Exeter's Diwali and Bonfire night celebrations

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/23/2021 - 2:03pm

Taylor Wimpey Exeter spent the start of November helping to support a month of celebrations across its region, with £930 donated to support the Exeter Hindu Cultural Centre's Diwali celebrations, and £500 to support the Double Locks Pub's renowned fireworks display.

Exeter's Diwali celebrations, which took place on the 6th November at St Matthew's Hall in Topsham, saw an evening of performances, dancing, food and laughter welcomed by all following last year's festival which took place in the midst of the pandemic.

Taylor Wimpey made the donation to the EHCC which covered...

5 Honest Reasons Why Correx Board Signage is the Best Advertising Option

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Tue, 11/23/2021 - 1:51pm

Outdoor advertisements are a great way to advertise your business. Are you planning to use signage as a means of outdoor advertising for your business? If that is the case, Advertising on Correx boards may be just what you need.

This product is ideal for generating buzz and creating excitement around your business, giving a new meaning to the phrase "word on the street."

Raj, the founder of 1 Stop Signs , the best Correx printing company in London, was quoted as saying, "Correx boards are becoming more and more popular these days like a cheap and effective way to...

Child painting in art class

Meraki Art School Moves to Guildhall Shopping Centre

New Art School, for aspiring young artists, moves into the old Coffee Pot, 1st floor in the Guildhall Shopping Centre. Meraki Art School is a brand-new creative initiative that opened its doors on 18th September 2021 with the launch of its two Saturday classes for young people aged 5-16, Meraki Create and Meraki Inspire. After just 10 weeks of running classes at Exeter Community Centre, Meraki Art school has moved into Exeter Guildhall shopping Centre, holding the first of its classes there on 20th November. Due to the popularity of the classes, they have extended their provision to run an...

How to make a small bedroom look great

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 11/23/2021 - 6:19am

In the new age, its all about making the most out of everything. This explains why small homes have become a common thing around the world. Styling a small home, let alone a small bedroom can be a bit difficult. Its even more difficult if you grew up in or got used to bigger spaces. Read on for tips on how to make your small bedroom look great.

How to design your small bedroom

Think about the layout

There isn’t much that goes into the layout of a small bedroom. The most important thing is to choose one side of the wall furthest away from the door for bed space...

Devon ready for winter

With temperatures tumbling this week, Devon is prepared and ready to cope with the challenges of winter on the county’s roads.

Road surface temperatures are forecast to drop below -2C in some parts of Devon tonight and gritters will be out on all of the county’s primary salting routes from 6pm this evening.

The County Council is starting the season with its gritting depots fully stocked with the usual amount of around 24,000 tonnes of salt.

Six gritters have been replaced with newer models to continue the ongoing upgrade of the authority’s winter fleet of 37...

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