Orchestra playing separate instruments at concert

Candlelit concert brings classical magic to Exeter

Authored by MollyBond
Posted: Fri, 08/01/2025 - 1:49pm

Internationally acclaimed chamber orchestra London Concertante will perform in Exeter Cathedral on Friday 5th September at 7.30pm, offering an atmospheric candlelit concert of classical favourites.

The evening’s programme includes Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro overture, Vaughan Williams’s The Lark Ascending and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons — three of the most enduring and beloved works in the repertoire.

Renowned violinist Simon Hewitt Jones will lead the ensemble as soloist. His career spans UK and international festivals, orchestral collaborations in the Middle East, and...

Chris McGuire holding his book

Exmouth author celebrates global recognition

Authored by MollyBond
Posted: Fri, 08/01/2025 - 10:50am

Exmouth-based children’s author Chris McGuire is enjoying international recognition after his latest book, Blast from the Past, was shortlisted for the prestigious 2025 Scribe Awards.

The book — a fun-filled chapter story based on the beloved 1980s cartoon The Raccoons — was one of only five titles shortlisted globally in the Adapted Novel category by the International Association of Media Tie-In Writers. The Scribe Awards honour the best in books adapted from TV, film, and games.

Although the top prize went to a novelisation of cult horror hit Terrifier 2, Chris says...

Stock Heatmaps Explained: A Guide for Investors

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 07/31/2025 - 7:30pm

Investors today need tools that can quickly convey complex information at a glance, and stock heatmaps have emerged as a useful visual aid for understanding market movements, sector performance, and individual stock behavior. These colorful, grid-based displays transform rows of numerical data into intuitive visual representations that even novice investors can interpret effectively.

What Are Stock Heatmaps?

A stock heatmap is a visual representation of market data that uses colors to indicate the performance of different stocks, sectors, or market indices. The maps...

Practical Cases: Ecommerce Consulting Services in Action

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 07/31/2025 - 12:54pm

Talk to any online store owner, and chances are they’ll say the same thing — “It’s complicated.” Sure, setting up a store can be done in a weekend these days. But scaling it? Turning visitors into loyal customers? Beating competitors who seem to have bottomless budgets? That’s where things get messy.

And that’s exactly where Ecommerce consulting services come in. This isn’t about theory or buzzwords. It’s about real-world fixes and strategies that actually work. Below, we’ll look at several hands-on examples of ecommerce consulting making a difference — no fluff, no corporate-...

Four Wilson partners stood outside building

South West business owners under pressure

Authored by MollyBond
Posted: Thu, 07/31/2025 - 12:40pm

Plymouth, July 2025 – Company owners in the South West are grappling with the toughest conditions in over five years, warns business expert Peter Hill of Wilson Partners, following the firm’s completed merger with long-established Plymouth accountants Mark Holt & Co.

Hill points to a “volatile cocktail” of challenges hitting local business owners, including rising tax burdens, Trump’s unpredictable tariffs, soaring energy and materials costs due to wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, and general political instability at home.

“Many business owners feel under siege...

Top European Chalet Resorts for a Cozy and Luxurious Ski Break 

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Thu, 07/31/2025 - 12:22pm

When winter rolls around and the mountains call, there’s nothing quite like retreating to a beautiful chalet after a day on the slopes. Whether you're dreaming of crackling fires, steaming hot tubs, or just quality time with loved ones, ski chalet holidays offer the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Europe boasts some of the most stunning ski resorts in the world, many of them featuring luxurious chalet stays with views that are just as breathtaking as the pistes themselves.

Where Cosy Meets Class – The Best Chalet Experiences

Val d’Isère, France

Val d’...

How Grant Management Software Simplifies Fund Tracking

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 07/31/2025 - 12:06pm

Organisations across the UK that depend on outside funding absolutely must handle their grants well. Keeping tabs on grant money gets a lot simpler with the right software. When businesses use this technology, they can work faster and make their financial matters completely transparent.

Grant management software transforms how organisations track funds and streamline operations. We'll show how specialised software makes it simpler to follow your money and run things better.

Streamlining Financial Processes

Grant management software provides a centralised platform where...

Free family fun returns to Exeter Quay

Families can enjoy a summer of free activities down by Exeter’s waterside.

Running every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday during the school holidays, the Transit Shed and Piazza will be hosting creative and hands-on activities for all ages.

Once again, Summer at the Quay has been organised by Exeter Canal and Quay Trust, bringing free holiday fun to the quayside.

No booking is needed, just drop in and enjoy activities ranging from wool weaving and boat building to circus skills, puppetry and music making.

Highlights include Prom Prom’s Free Quay Fridays,...

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