Marketing on a budget: 3 tips for small businesses

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Thu, 03/11/2021 - 12:26pm

Good marketing is half the battle. However, good marketing doesn’t mean you have to book advertising space on prime time television or an expensive billboard in a prime location.

On the contrary, good marketing doesn't have to be expensive at all. There are many ways in which you can market your company in a meaningful and impactful manner. You can do this for a fraction of the cost of an expensive advertising campaign or even a Facebook ad that a few thousand people will see.

For many businesses and start-ups, the budget is always a challenge to overcome. But as broad...

Ben Howels is running 500 kilometers in March to raise money for FORCE Cancer Charity

Ben's running 500k in March for FORCE

Ben Howels is hoping to raise £1,500 for Exeter-based cancer support charity FORCE by running 500 kilometres in March.

That’s just over 16 kilometres a day, every day, for 31 days.

“I usually manage about 16 kilometres a week, so it’s a 7x step up for me – but they’re steps I’m going to climb. Metaphorically, anyway,” said Ben.

The 44-year-old solicitor and author of sci-fi fantasy thrillers has made a terrific start to his mad March hare around the streets and pathways of Exeter.

After just eight days he had gone through the 150 kilometre barrier and...

7 Engagement ring trends for brides in 2021

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Thu, 03/11/2021 - 11:38am

Are you one of the many who is planning to get engaged this pandemic season? Well, this pandemic has clearly shown us that nothing can stop love. Engagement season continues simultaneously with the pandemic. Getting engaged means you need an engagement ring, and who does not want to be updated with the latest engagement ring trends?

Here we will know about the few best engagement ring trends for brides you will need if 2021 is your engagement year.

1. Unique Rings with Personal Details

We no longer live in the world where your parents used to select engagement...

Devon holiday park sees surge in off-peak bookings thanks to near sell-out success of summer accommodation

Multi award-winning Cofton Holidays, near Dawlish Warren in South Devon, has reported record demand for off-peak holidays following a near sell-out of its summer school holiday accommodation, which is already 91.9% booked.

Following Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s announcement that self-catering accommodation can open from 12th April 2021 in England, Cofton saw a staggering rise in its average weekly bookings, skyrocketing by 397%.

While much of the demand was for the school holidays, the holiday park, which offers cottages, apartments, lodges, holiday homes, caravan and...

6 Excellent wine regions you should know

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Thu, 03/11/2021 - 10:20am

Ever sipped your wine and felt the taste, the delightful fragrance and wondered, where do they make such pleasurable drinks? However, when it comes to becoming a wine expert, there are few facts and information that one needs to know and know. Mastering the basics that include grape varieties, the wine regions.

Well, if you are just a wine lover, and wants to experience the type of wine that will give an alluring feel to your taste buds, then you need to pack your vacation bags and be ready to step up!

Because we have mentioned some of the world’s refreshing and...

History Makers! Jemma and Mark engaged to be married

Mud-loving Combe couple set for 247-year history making wedding

A mud-loving couple from Combe had reason more than most to celebrate when Boris Johnson revealed the roadmap back to a life more closely resembling normality…

Their ‘history making’ wedding ceremony - the first ever to be held at the iconic Belvedere Tower at Powderham Castle in its 247 year history - can go ahead as planned this May.

And the honour of the ‘history first’ date will go to a former gamekeeper to the Royal Family who met his now fiancée whilst online dating with Muddy Matches.

Mark Perry, who served on the royal Sandringham estate for over 30 years,...

Councils share £600K cash boost to plant trees in the heart of communities in the South West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 03/11/2021 - 8:01am

Thousands of new trees will be planted across the South West thanks to a cash boost from the Woodland Trust.

Both Devon and Cornwall councils will benefit from the charity’s Emergency Tree Fund that aims to make up for a current lack of investment to help cash strapped local authorities break through barriers to get more trees and woods in the ground, giving more local communities the green spaces on their doorsteps that are desperately needed, and which have shown to be so important for people during the current pandemic. In 2019 Cornwall Council declared a Climate Emergency and...

5 of the most iconic Cornish foods you need to try

Tons of people flock to Cornwall each and every year because of its picturesque natural beauty, stunning beaches, and great waves. But many of those who have visited it in the past often go back for a very different reason: The food.

Over the years Cornwall has often been referred to as the UK’s food capital – and for good reason. The cuisine in Cornwall is not only unique and diverse, but downright sumptuous.

If you want to sample the best that Cornwall has to offer, there are five iconic types of Cornish food that you definitely need to try out:

  • Cornish
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What are the most common types of roof tiles?

Roof tiles are an important part of your home – and not just because they keep the rain out. The roof tiles that you choose will affect how your home looks, and the style and aesthetic it projects.

If you don’t know much about roof tiles you’d be surprised to know that there are several different types. The most common nowadays are:

  • Slate roof tiles that have a natural stony appearance that makes them one of the most popular types of tiles. And not only are these tiles fire-resistant but they are durable too. The main downsides of slate tiles is that they’re heavy
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Buckfast Abbey has announced the appointment of Matt Roach

Former Exeter Airport boss joins Buckfast Abbey

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/10/2021 - 11:08pm

Buckfast Abbey has announced the appointment of Matt Roach as its new Chief Operating Officer.

Mr Roach is the former Managing Director of Exeter Airport and has strong links with Devon’s business community. He succeeds Jonathan Deacon, who is retiring after 30 years with the Abbey.

Fr. Francis Straw, Buckfast Abbey’s Prior Administrator and Chair of Trustees says:” We look forward to welcoming Matt among us and to working with him to make Buckfast Abbey the best it can be for the benefit of everyone. Matt inherits a thriving operation, thanks to the talent, energy and...

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