5 New flavour experiences to try in 2021

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Thu, 09/09/2021 - 6:26pm

Do you consider yourself a serious foodie? For some people, eating and drinking are about much more than just nourishing the body; they’re also about seeking out new and interesting experiences. If you’re going to go through the effort of preparing food at home, it might as well be as delicious as you can make it. Enjoying new flavours at home also isn’t just about the food you prepare; it’s also about beverages and can even be about replacing the vices in your life with healthier alternatives. If you’re looking for something tasty and different, these are some of the new flavour...

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Santa Cycle

Event Date: 
27/11/2021 - 8:00am to 1:00pm
Venue: 
Topsham

The FORCE Santa Cycle is a must for your family calendar this year. Starting at The Topsham School (Orchard Way, Topsham, Exeter EX3 0DN), you’ll follow the stunning Estuary cycle paths to Exmouth (around 6 miles) before joining the Stuart Line Cruise for an enjoyable trip back up the River Exe to Topsham Quay. Mince pies, mulled wine and soft drinks will be served on board as you celebrate a fun and festive ride.

Once again we’ve held our entry prices – adults £15.00, children £7.50 – which include: a Santa Suit, return journey on a Stuart Line Cruise, drink and mince pie plus a...

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Autumn Storm

Event Date: 
17/10/2021 - 8:00am to 2:00pm
Venue: 
Tedburn St Mary

This stunning bike ride will take you west from Tedburn St Mary; over to Yeoford, up to Winkleigh, across to Broadwoodkelly, through Monkokehampton and along beautiful cycle routes with amazing views. The route is approx. 55 miles.

Entry is £20 per person. Registration fee is NON-REFUNDABLE and (except under special circumstances) places are NON-EXCHANGEABLE.

This is a recreational non-competitive event. All riders must be aged 14 or over on the day of the Ride. Riders aged 14, 15 or 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Unfortunately, the Ride is not open to children under...

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Mince Pies for Cancer

Event Date: 
09/12/2021 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Various

We’re delighted to be offering another scrumptious fundraiser this December for you and your friends and colleagues. Jump on board with this festive delight and order your Mince Pies for Cancer with us today! All orders will be delivered on Thursday 9th December between 12 noon and 3pm.

Each festive bag costs £5 and includes two delicious mince pies, courtesy of Ryders Bakery, and a “build your own” hot chocolate made up of hot chocolate, delicious buttons and marshmallows to create the perfect winter warmer – what’s not to like!

Exeter based Richard Chappell Dance brings brand-new work to the Northcott

This autumn, critically acclaimed choreographer Richard Chappell premieres his most ambitious work to date, Infinite Ways Home, opening at Exeter Northcott on 24 & 25 September and Cardiff’s immersive CULTVR on 2 October.

Chappell’s first full-length production for a mid-scale stage, Infinite Ways Home sees six performers explore their perceptions of reality through other-worldly experiences, connecting ideas of Celtic traditions of ritual with modern day experiences of rave culture.

Combining Chappell’s diverse choreographic language of ballet, contemporary dance...

RTPI reveals shortlist for South West Awards for Planning Excellence

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/09/2021 - 11:28am

The Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) has today announced ten projects that are in the running to receive the RTPI South West Awards for Planning Excellence 2021.

The awards highlight exceptional examples of how planning and planners have a positive impact on our quality of life in creating exceptional places and protecting our environment.

Entries will be assessed by an expert panel of judges including academics, planning officers and planning consultants.

The shortlisted 2021 entries are:

Excellence in Planning Delivery:

  • Millbay
  • ...

Tips and tricks for making cryptocurrency trading more profitable

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Thu, 09/09/2021 - 8:32am

If we go back in 10 years, we can see when cryptocurrency emerged in the market, no human was able to understand how powerful it is and everyone just kept ignoring it as it was digital currency and no one felt the need to invest in it. But over time and by learning the new benefits of investing in it every day it can be seen how much it has flourished since then and this only surprises us. It is unbelievable how digital currency now has such an impact on our lives including the economical and financial systems of the country as well.

Day by day cryptocurrency's worth is...

RSPB Exe Estuary in Devon named one of the RSPB’s top sites to visit this autumn

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/09/2021 - 1:31am

The UK’s largest nature conservation charity, the RSPB, has revealed it’s “top ten spectacular autumn nature reserves” to visit this September, as people across the country look to escape the everyday with a staycation.

With over 200 nature reserves across the country, the charity are celebrating the wonderful autumn season by inviting people to spend time in nature – whether it’s a relaxing stroll through swaying reeds, a crunchy walk through fallen leaves and mystical woodland, or a peaceful sunset over a mosaic of habitats.

The outdoors, and the wildlife that calls it...

People across Devon urged to Give Up Clothes for Good

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/09/2021 - 1:23am

THIS September – Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – people in Devon and Cornwall are being called on to clear out their wardrobes to help more children and young people survive cancer.

They are being urged to donate pre-loved quality fashion and homeware to TK Maxx’s Give Up Clothes for Good campaign, in support of Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People.

When sold in Cancer Research UK shops, each bag of items donated could raise up to £25 to help fund research into children’s and young people’s cancers.

With around 120 children diagnosed with cancer...

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