Low profile engagement rings setting the trend among buyers of minimal and practical rings

When it comes to engagement rings, most women favour the fancy ones which typically feature high settings, chunky rocks, and designs so unique that they make jaws drop. While all that sounds grandiose, in reality, these rings pose more inconvenience in everyday lives than one anticipates.

Rings with the above features are quick to bumps, scratches, and tugs. They are a pain for people with an active lifestyle and they need an awful lot of maintenance. The truth is you don’t need to go through so much trouble to make a fashion statement. Low profile engagement rings too can...

IKEA supports Julian House with donations for new accommodation in Exeter

Authored by Daffne
Posted: Thu, 08/05/2021 - 7:52pm

The IKEA store in Exeter has donated bundles of home items to equip Julian House new accommodation in Exeter, which will improve and change the lives of our vulnerable and homeless community.

The demand for Julian House work continues to grow and thanks to the generosity of corporations like Ikea, Julian House is able to continue supporting people to rebuild their lives after homelessness, prison, addiction, domestic abuse, and long-term unemployment.

Daffne Zamudio, Senior Community and Events Fundraiser for Julian House in Devon said: “We’re very grateful for the...

presentation of ten thousand pound cheque by east devon crematorium at south west ms centre

South West MS Centre’s social decking now complete thanks to grants and donations

The South West MS Centre in Clyst Heath, Exeter, now has a beautifully renewed decking area thanks to generous grants awarded by the Clare Milne Trust, Screwfix Foundation, and Exeter City Council Community Grants, as well as large donations from East Devon Crematorium and the Elizabeth and Prince Zaiger Charitable Trust.

The SW MS Centre is a self-funding charity in Exeter that supports people living with MS and other neurological conditions in Devon and the wider area, and their families and carers. They also support people with cancer, stroke, sports injuries and slow-healing...

Discover a brand new after-dark Christmas lights trail at KIllerton

A brand new after-dark Christmas illuminated trail will be bringing festive sparkle to the garden at the National Trust’s Killerton, near Exeter, from 26 Nov 2021 – 2 Jan 2022.

A magical trail, featuring spectacular lighting set to a soundtrack of favourite seasonal tunes, will transform the estate’s landscaped grounds and gardens.

Visitors will be able to make memories as they discover sparkling tunnels of light, walk under giant baubles and beneath trees drenched in jewel-like colour. They can get into the festive feeling watching the flickering flames in the fire...

Christmas at Killerton - The after-dark illuminated trail through festive gardens

Event Date: 
22/11/2021 - 4:30pm to 02/01/2022 - 10:00pm
Venue: 
Killerton House, Broadclyst, Exeter EX5 3LE

Christmas at Killerton - The after-dark illuminated trail through festive gardens

Discover a Christmas illuminated trail for all the family set within the beautiful landscape of the National Trust Killerton.

Open from 4.30pm, last entry 8pm and closes at 10pm.

The festive trail is open on selected dates - see nationaltrust.org.uk/killerton

Admissoin in advance from: Adult £18, Child £13, Family £60 (2 adults & 2 children).

Free entry for carers and children aged two and under.

Parking £8 per car.

Free for National Trust...

Ways that professional development can empower you to succeed when starting your own business

If you plan to start your own business, having an excellent professional head on your shoulders is crucial. You can learn a lot from your roles and work experience to put you in good standing before starting a business. Every job you have can give you crucial life lessons that you can put into practice for business success.

It is essential to put your all into the work you do. It can help you foster business relationships for the future and keep you grounded. Here are some of the most critical areas of professional development to focus on when starting your own business....

Reasons behind the Success of Book-to-Film Adaptations

It has really got hard to achieve an iconic status for a book alone. In modern society, people prefer to watch a movie for one and a half-hour over reading a 400-page book. But this is not all. There are still some people who have maintained the relationship. You can see this trend among the young generation very much. They generally get so busy with their life and professional world that they don't even have time to read a mere 400-page book. Therefore they rely mostly on the films, audio versions of the stories, and so on. The reflection of the same trend is there in the film industry...

Apprentices ready to bring traditional seaside entertainment back to Devon this summer

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 08/05/2021 - 2:28pm

Young performers in Devon are getting ready to bring traditional seaside entertainment back to the county this summer after embarking on an unusual apprenticeship.

The group have been learning the art of outdoor seaside performance such as “barking up a crowd”, escapology, blad box routines, magic and storytelling and other family fun enjoyed historically by holidaymakers. The training will ensure the skills involved in beach shows are passed down to the next generation of artists.

Beachside shows with slapstick, songs and Punch and Judy have become rare as holiday...

Get on your bike for local charity, Hospiscare!

Tour de Devon 2021

Event Date: 
01/09/2021 - 8:00am to 30/09/2021 - 8:00pm
Venue: 
Devon - or wherever suits you!

Will you go the distance to support local end-of-life care?

Whether you're a budding Chris Hoy, a newbie cyclist or are looking for a family adventure, Hospiscare need you to hop on your bike for Tour de Devon 2021!

For this year’s Tour de Devon cycle challenge, you choose where, when and who you ride with. With distances of 50, 100, 250 or 400 miles on offer, there’s a challenge for everyone!

Complete your miles over a day, a week or throughout the month: all we ask is you complete your miles during September. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a casual rider, looking...

City businesses and partners join forces for Exeter’s Britain in Bloom competition entry

Exeter is looking blooming lovely this summer thanks to a city-wide effort to create a stunning Britain in Bloom entry.

With over 180 hanging baskets, raised beds and planters, a student herb garden, city bee project with five hives located in a rooftop garden, bikes in bloom, the creation of Exeter Wild City with Devon Wildlife Trust and well-maintained landscaped areas across the city, Exeter is championing how cities and green spaces can mix.

The floral spectacles are a result of InExeter, Co Create, Exeter College, Exeter City Council, Princesshay, Guildhall Shopping...

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