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UK Roofing Awards 2023 — winners announced

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 05/16/2023 - 9:27pm

The winners of the 2023 NFRC UK Roofing Awards were revealed last week (12 May) at the InterContinental London — The O2, in a glittering awards ceremony hosted by broadcaster Colin Murray.

Exeter-based firm Progressive Systems Ltd took home two awards - the only company to win in two separate disciplines.

The Headline Sponsor for the event was Radmat Building Products , and Recticel Insulation were the sponsor of the drinks reception and after-show party.

James Talman, NFRC CEO, said: "My congratulations go out to all those who have won at this year’s UK Roofing...

Stagecoach SW announce timetable changes across Devon

From Sunday 28th May we are introducing a number of new timetables across our network, focused primarily on the Torbay area, which are predominantly centred around improving the punctuality of our bus services, and a number of new exciting enhancements to our services.

We are excited to be introducing night buses, initially over the summer season, to our popular 12 service, with buses operating hourly until 3am Monday to Saturday nights. Also, in partnership with Torbay Council, a brand-new Saturday timetable will be introduced on Service 13. Plus, our popular open top bus route...

Devon dementia specialists say wellbeing and early diagnosis are paramount for people living with illness

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 05/16/2023 - 3:23pm

The managing director of a group of Devon care homes, and a dementia specialist, say wellbeing and early diagnosis is paramount for people living with dementia.

Their comments come at the start of Alzheimer's Society Dementia Action Week [May 15 to 21], an awareness raising campaign that works with individuals and organisations across the UK to encourage people to act on dementia. This year's theme is dementia diagnosis.

Geoffrey Cox, managing director of four Southern Healthcare homes in Plymouth, Exeter, Seaton and Dawlish, says residents’ wellbeing is integral to...

Calls to reduce speed limit around junction east of Exeter

Calls to reduce the speed limit around a junction in the east of Exeter are to be investigated.

Councillors recently agreed to new traffic signals at the junction of Honiton Road and Tithebarn Way, near Exeter Science Park, but the plans did not include reductions to speed limits in the area.

Following a request from local councillor Sara Randall Johnson (Conservative, Broadclyst), the county council’s ruling cabinet was asked to look at cutting the speed limit around the junction on Honiton Road from 40 mph to 30 mph in view of current and proposed development in the...

Stagecoach SW and Devon County Council partner to operate bus journeys from Exeter to Okehampton, Chulmleigh and Barnstaple

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 05/14/2023 - 11:48pm

The current operator of Services 315, 345 and 377 linking Exeter with Barnstaple, Okehampton and Chumleigh, has notified Devon County Council that they no longer wish to operate these services. Working in partnership with Devon County Council, Stagecoach South West will provide replacement services, which will start from Monday 5 June 2023.

Service 315 will be replaced by Service 5B, which will provide up to four journeys per day Monday to Saturday between Exeter and Barnstaple via Crediton, Winkleigh, Great Torrington and Bideford.

Hatherleigh and Okehampton will be...

Flavours of Us food and culture event in Exeter

The Encompass group, composed of Devon’s Caribbean, Hindu and Polish communities and supported by Exeter Northcott Theatre, has announced Flavours of Us , a family friendly food and culture event taking place at the city centre Barnfield Theatre on 27 May.

On the day, visitors can join one of two guided experiences offering a rich and vibrant exploration of Caribbean, Hindu, and Polish food cultures, including:

  • An ‘Afternoon Tea with a Twist’ – sample sweet and savoury treats and drinks from each culture.
  • A community memory sharing circle – a facilitated
  • ...
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Exeter's The Ivy is bloomin' great

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Fri, 05/12/2023 - 12:06pm

It’s no secret that the hospitality sector is facing something of a recruitment crisis.

A combination of Brexit and the pandemic have led to a dearth of staff who are prepared to work unsociable hours for, very often, little more than the minimum wage.

That has become evident at some establishments in my own experience with service levels deteriorating and kitchens, on occasions, having to close.

So, with that in mind I’m glad to say, Exeter’s The Ivy is very much bucking the trend.

From the moment we stepped through the door (greeted by not one but two...

Devon County Show mounts drive to attract more farmers

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 05/11/2023 - 10:56pm

Devon County Show is going back to its roots in 2023, with initiatives planned to encourage greater attendance from the farming community.

First up is a new, concentrated farming area. This will be devoted to agricultural trade stands, where farmers can find everything, they need to manage their farms in one dedicated area. The section will also have its own brand new bar, the Ivington Tavern, where farmers can socialise and ‘chew the cud’ with their peers over a pint.

Acting Show Manager, Lisa Moore, said ‘The Devon County Show is always the first major county show on...

Charity Boxing Evening | Royal Marines vs The Met Police

Event Date: 
19/10/2023 - 6:30pm
Venue: 
Sandy Park, Exeter

The Exeter Chiefs Foundation and The Royal Marines Charity have joined forces to bring you Royal Marines Boxing v The Met Police Boxing.

The evening will feature bouts between some of the finest amateur fighters in the country as the Metropolitan Police Boxing Team, come up against the best that the British Military has to offer.

You have the chance to be ringside for every punch, as we combine luxury, black tie with the thrills and spills of a top-class fight night! Make sure you’re there when the bell rings!

The evening will include a sumptuous 3-course Dinner...

Comedy at the Park

Event Date: 
11/05/2023 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Sandy Park

Exeter's biggest comedy night returns on Friday 7th July from 7.00pm

We love Comedy here at Sandy Park and we've got another fantastic evening lined up! Our last Comedy at the Park in May was a sell-out, and we're expecting the same this July.

Comedians are to be confirmed, but working with the Comedy Surgery we are guaranteed a line-up of five top comics to keep you laughing all night.

Tickets are available with food; Beef Chilli, Rice, Sour Cream & Tortilla Chips

Booking Selection [Sandy Park | 07.07.2023 - 19:00 | Comedy at the Park] - Exeter...

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