Stephen Scown LLP, the Leading South West legal firm, is going from strength to strength. Their recruitment of experienced solicitor Nigel Edge is set to do wonders for the already prosperous firm.
Mr Edge is the son of a dairy and arable farmer and brings with him a wealth of experience in rural commercial property, for both individuals and farms or estates.
He has a practical outlook and an understanding of the problems, and opportunities, facing farmers and landowners in today’s challenging market.
Mr Edge said of his new role: “I am delighted to be working for...
Big sale of second-hand and antiquarian books, 11am-4pm.
Stock up on reading and reference books. Choose from our big and varied selection. Look out for your favourite authors and perhaps discover some new ones.
Normal admission applies. Free admission to the book sale in the grounds.
Devon’s amazing aircraft show ‘The Dawlish Air Show’ is back on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 August.
The show, which captivates locals and tourists alike, is back for its tenth year.
The Dawlish Air Show has always managed to pull in the visitors because of its unique ability to appeal to a wide range of ages. Each year crowds of around 80,000 pack themselves in to the small beachside town to watch the iconic Red Arrows and other aircrafts soar above them.
Last year, the show made a dramatic change to its format and now runs across two days. Despite the main flying...
Four friends from Exeter will embark on a 300 mile pilgrimage next year in memory of a much-loved Exeter woman who died from cancer aged just 31.
Lesley Harper, who had lived in Exeter all her life, was referred to Hospiscare after being told in October 2011 that her cancer was incurable. She passed away just five months later on March 25, 2012.
Since her death Lesley’s family and friends have organised a variety of fundraising events to raise money for the charity that looked after her in her final weeks.
Lesley’s father, Stephen Harper, has organised a twice-...
South West Athletics Academy will be holding numerous athletics-based activities at Exeter Arena for children aged 4-8 & 9-11.
Minis and Juniors ( age 4-11)
10-am – 11.30 am Startrack – minis and juniors age 4-11 – cost – £8 a sesson (please complete booking form to attend) (£15 for 2 sessions, £20 for 3 sessions and £24 for 4 sessions)
Technical Masterclass (age 12-adult)
12-1.15 – Pole Vault – beginners – ( any age 8 or over)
1.30-3pm – Sprints (starts)
3pm-4.30pm – Long and Triple jump. £8 for the session (£15 for 2 sessions, £20 for 3...
South West Athletics Academy will be holding numerous athletics-based activities at Exeter Arena for children aged 4-8 & 9-11.
Minis and Juniors (aged 4-11)
10am – 11.30am – Startrack – minis and juniors age 4-11 – cost – £8 a sesson (please complete booking form to attend) or £15 for 2 sessions, £20 for 3 sessions and £24 for 4 sessions).
Technical Masterclass (age 12-adult)
12-1.15 – Pole Vault – beginners – (any age 8 or over)
The Princesshay team continues to support Land Securities’ national charity, the MS Society, by taking part in ‘Wig-ity-60’ on Friday 26 July. The national charity is marking its 60th anniversary this year with a Challenge60 campaign, which aims to raise £250,000 in 60 days to fund vital research.
Members of the Princesshay team wore bright orange wigs on Friday 26 July in an effort to raise awareness and money for the MS Society’s Challenge60 fundraising event. Security guards, car park attendants, cleaners and centre management staff all took part.
South West based chartered accountants Francis Clark are now 24th in the latest Top 50 league table of UK chartered accountancy practices.
The latest figures, published by Accountancy Age reveal that Francis Clark has moved up four places in the league.
They also have a recorded turnover increase of 21%. This follows the seven-office, 46-partner firm improving its position in the Western Morning News Annual Business Guide Top 150 firms, placing it 42nd, from 44th in 2012 and 69th in 2011.
Managing partner Les Burnett commented: “The substantial rise of 21% in...
Expect the unexpected this September as The Unexpected Festival comes to Exeter.
The Unexpected Festival will take place from 15-22 September and will include activities such as art making, music acts and other contemporary performances. It really all is in the name, the festival will not take place in one conventional location, but instead, across several locations in Exeter.
This September you really will never know when you could come across the unexpected.
Cllr Rosie Denham, Exeter City Council, said: '’The major aim behind Unexpected 2013 is to enhance Exeter...
