Whether you want to live an eco-friendly lifestyle or want to reduce your waste at home, every step you take moves you closer to a sustainable way of life.
What’s more, when David Attenborough starts talking about the state of our world, it’s time to listen. Climate change is beginning to have more significant effects on our planet than scientists first thought. “It’s the destruction of our familiar, natural world and our uniquely rich human culture.”
Not sure what you can do to help? Well, it all starts with you at home. Here’s our guide to becoming more environmentally...
Due to multiple national lockdowns, many of us haven’t been able to do the things that we enjoy doing most – things like hugging a loved one, sitting down for coffee and a cake with friends, or even just working out in the gym.
It’s hoped that gyms and other types of indoor leisure in England will reopen – along with hairdressers, zoos and theme parks – from 12 April. At first, you’ll only be able to attend the gym alone or with members of your household, whilst maintaining social distancing, and indoor group exercise classes will resume no sooner than 17 May.
Modern parents assign more importance to education. They sacrifice various things to shape their child’s future. Even children are serious about their education and thereafter life. However, many youngsters have no clue which field might be the best. Although any sector presents a slew of opportunities, some are better than others. If you’re unsure about selecting an ideal course, consider mechanical engineering. Choosing mechanical engineering as a course comes with a slew of benefits. Let’s check each of them to make the best decision.
Woodworking or carpentry is one of the most tedious tasks that require craftsmanship and comfortable space. A comfortable woodworking space is important when you take up the task professionally. Space should be vast with sufficient space for all the equipment to be placed within. One has to work carefully in inspecting and setting up a place for woodworks. From working tabletop to sawdust collector to lighting and so on, every detail has to be given equal importance while setting up this work spot.
There are a few basic factors that you need to keep in mind. There should be...
After working together for over 15 years, Sylvain Peltier and Michael Caines are turning their dream into a reality by bringing together their brand new concept; Café Patisserie Glacerie to Exmouth beach, with doors opening on Tuesday 13th April.
Cafe Patisserie Glacerie sits on the new Sideshore development alongside casual bar and destination eatery, Mickeys Beach Bar and Restaurant, another exciting addition to the Michael Caines Collection launching when UK restrictions ease in May.
This latest venture, champions and celebrates the Art of Coffee, the Art of...
The National Trust is launching a new ‘grow-along’ to help people grow their own loofahs, which can be used as a sustainable alternative to plastic washing up sponges.
In 2019, the team at Knightshayes in Devon grew their first crop of loofahs – the fruit of Luffa cylindrica , a vine in the cucumber family – and began using them to wash dishes as an alternative to disposable, plastic-based sponges. Extra loofahs were sold in the onsite shop.
Senior Gardener Bev Todd says: “The interest in the loofahs was extraordinary. A lot of people bought their own seeds and were...
Four popular holiday parks in Devon and Cornwall have been acquired by major operator Park Holidays UK – and the company has pledged that their unique identities will remain unchanged.
The four are among nine holiday parks operated by Bridge Leisure, now part of Park Holidays UK.
Welcomed into the group are Devon's Hedley Wood holiday park in Holesworthy, and Cornwall's Seaview Village in Polperro, Trevella Park in Newquay, and Hengar Manor in Bodmin.
Contracts for the sale were exchanged this week (09 April) and is now only subject to approval by the Financial...
Property consultancy Knight Frank has appointed Louise Glanville as head of the firm’s residential sales office in Exeter.
Louise’s career in residential property began in London, working as a sales negotiator in Belgravia and Canary Wharf. After successfully navigating the London market for 14 years, Louise returned to Devon where she was born and raised. Louise then spent three years working for a leading local agency in Exeter, before moving to Knight Frank in 2017 to lead the Exeter office’s city sales offering. As head of city sales, Louise has spent the past four years...
Heavy-duty machines such as cranes, lifts, loaders, backhoes, graders etc. are very challenging and demanding when it comes to their transportation. Due to their sizes and specific construction, they require special attention and extra effort to figure out safe and secure logistics of the move. If not done properly, it can even cause some severe injuries of muscles or back and accidents. Competent heavy machinery movers which specialize in a thoroughly prepared, well-organized and safe moving of heavy machinery might be a great idea to employ. They also deliver all the necessary equipment...
If you're a landlord or only concerned about the electrical safety of your own house, getting a routine electrical safety certificate inspection visit performed gives you peace of mind that your tenants or family are secure. Electricians often do a variety of other forms of work in and near homes.
The electrical safety certificate cost differs due to the scale of the home whose electrical appliances are being checked for enforcement. There is no separate fee for a electrical certificate; this can be included in the total quote from your preferred electrician.
