The best spots to go spearfishing around the world

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Mon, 08/02/2021 - 7:47am

If you enjoy spearfishing, then you understand the thrill and excitement this amazing sport can be. The adrenaline rush combined with the stunning scenery around you makes this activity one of the most exciting things you can try.

Spearfishing enthusiasts are always looking for the best spearfishing spots, and if you are one of them, you are in the right place. If you are traveling with family on vacation or going on a spearfishing expedition around the world, then you know you also have to have the right equipment for the sport from Neptonics.com .

With that said, let’s...

Burnley – an upcoming buy-to-let gem in the north?

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 08/02/2021 - 6:04am

When you purchase a buy-to-let property, there is no need to worry about the financial costs. The UK Government has reduced stamp duty rates and created incentives for those looking to invest in this market until 2021; they have even guaranteed mortgages with up to 95% LTVs! There truly has never been a better time than now. There is a new wave of optimism in the property market. After being battered by the 2008 financial crash , it looks like this time buyers are taking advantage of low house prices to get onto the property ladder earlier than ever before for fear that they will miss out...

Devon Air Ambulance establishes support for ‘Good Samaritans’

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 08/01/2021 - 10:01pm

Life can change in a second for those in need of Devon Air Ambulance’s lifesaving service, however, medical and trauma incidents can also present an unexpected and often challenging situation for those people who provide help to a patient before professional support, such as assistance from Devon Air Ambulance, arrives.

The charity’s Patient Liaison Clinicians already provide support to patients and their relatives once they have been attended by crews, however, Devon Air Ambulance is also offering support to the ‘Good Samaritans’ who may not be directly connected to the patient,...

East Devon propose £40m investment fund for Cranbrook as town centre moves a step closer

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 08/01/2021 - 9:56pm

A special meeting of East Devon District Council’s Cabinet focused solely on Cranbrook has considered a package of investments to support the ongoing development of the district’s newest town. This included recommending that a £40m investment fund is set up to provide much-needed facilities. Before the proposals can be taken forward, they will need to be reviewed and supported by full Council at its next meeting.

The Cranbrook Local Infrastructure Fund could be established by borrowing up to £40m from the Public Works Loan Board. The revolving infrastructure fund would ensure...

Exeter’s community bike share scheme is on a roll

Co Bikes, Exeter’s popular electric bike share scheme, is on a roll with its newest docked bike station at the brand-new Aldi store on Exhibition Way, Pinhoe. The site is due to go live on 29th July 2021 in line with the store’s official opening.

The new site is situated along the E4 cycle route, which provides a safe and attractive route for all users. The Aldi, Pinhoe site is the 20th Co Bike installation since inception and the seventh new station to launch this year. Other sites launched in 2021 include Princesshay Shopping Centre, Ikea, Sidwell Street, Exeter College’s...

‘The Refugee Dictionary’ unveiled to mark the 70th anniversary of the UN Refugee Convention

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 08/01/2021 - 8:56pm

A dictionary defining only one word - refugee - has been unveiled to mark today’s 70th anniversary of the UN Refugee Convention, which the UK helped launch and ratify in 1951. Containing over 1,000 personal definitions submitted by members of the public, including faith leaders, local communities, high profile figures and refugees themselves, ‘The Refugee Dictionary’ demonstrates a strong sense of solidarity and helps to illustrate the stories, lives and contributions of refugees in the UK. The dictionary was created by the UN Refugee Agency’s UK charity partner, UK for UNHCR.

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Devon Art Society Exhibition

Devon Art Society - Summer Art Show

Event Date: 
14/08/2021 - 10:00am to 29/08/2021 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
St Anne’s Hall, Babbacombe Road, Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3SN

The Devon Art Society´s Summer Art Show with works for sale, will be held at St. Anne’s Hall, Babbacombe. There will be hundreds of paintings on display. The artists are showing works covering classical themes such as floral, still-life, figurative and landscape as well as seascape subject matters and some abstracts too.

Event Date: Saturday, 14th August, 2021 to Sunday, 29th August, 2021

Venue: St Anne’s Hall, Babbacombe Road, Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3SN

Open daily 10am - 6pm closing on Sunday 29th at 4pm

Admission is free

Contact: 01803 310600...

Peter Pan is back, bigger and more raucous than ever before!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 07/31/2021 - 11:58pm

This August a delightful and terrifically modern musical theatre adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s classic tale comes to the historic Powderham Castle , some parts of which age back to 14th century. Brought to life by an exceptionally talented young cast from British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT), this truly memorable family show combines a fabulous pop-rock score, and features the stunning ensemble work.

Embark on a breath-taking journey to Neverland with the boy who never grew up. The acclaimed creative team and young performers will be working together to recreate the vivid and magical...

Men's Braided Shoes – the Most Fashionable Styles

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Sat, 07/31/2021 - 7:04am

Although men's braided shoes are not yet very popular, more and more men appreciate their original cut. The footwear is best suited for fashion with a reduced level of formality – not only for spring and summer. Find out what braided shoe models are the most popular.

Braided shoes are an ideal proposal for men who like to experiment with their image. Shoes with a woven pattern will emphasize every style and make you feel like a real gentleman. Find out why you should wear branded shoes.

Braided Shoes – a Model For All Seasons

Shoes made of braided leather straps are a...

Desperate plea to moor visitors to help halt the spread of strangles

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 07/31/2021 - 1:59am

Visitors to Dartmoor are being urged to stay away from its native ponies to help stop the spread of a vicious new strain of strangles.

Ponies are already suffering from the highly contagious infection, and now the Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust is putting a firewall around the 450 hectare site it leases from Forestry England at Bellever to try and protect its herd of 27 ponies. It hopes this will prevent the infection from spreading further to other herds on the moors.

The site is very popular with visitors but with ponies at Haytor and Widecombe already infected it is...

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