There are no better judges of housebuilders than the homeowners who live in their properties.
That’s why receiving the Home Builders Federation (HBF) 5-star rating is such an achievement - and why Cavanna Homes is pleased to have once again been given the top rating by its customers.
The HBF’s National New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey is one of the UK’s most comprehensive industry research initiatives, with the results relied on by homebuyers as a measure of quality.
This year (2025) Cavanna Homes has achieved the 5-star rating under the guidance of Group...
Exeter Philharmonic Choir’s recent Mozart concert at Exeter Cathedral has raised a considerable sum for a cancer charity in the city. The event on 15 March, which featured the renowned London Mozart Players and an impressive line-up of soloists including Devon-born violin virtuoso Joel Munday, received a retiring collection totalling £839 for the Lord Mayor of Exeter’s chosen charity, Force.
FORCE Cancer Charity Chief Executive Kate Few-Singh said: “We are extremely grateful to Exeter Philharmonic Choir for putting on this concert as part of the Lord Mayor’s charity fundraising...
Otter Brewery has opened its first pub and restaurant in the heart of Exeter.
Located in Cathedral Close, ‘The Holt – Exeter’ promises wood fired pizzas, a wide range of Otter’s ales and lagers, as well as a signature seasonal menu brimming with local ingredients.
Patrick McCaig, Managing Director of Otter Brewery is excited for the opening:“For many years we have been waiting for the right location to give us the best opportunity to bring something new, exciting and above all independent to the centre of Exeter.
"‘The Holt - Exeter’ is exactly what we have been...
Kaleb Cooper, star of Clarkson’s Farm on Prime Video and now a prominent UK farming advocate, is set to make his first appearance at the Devon County Show 2025.
Kaleb will visit the showground between 1pm and 4pm on the second day of the Show, Friday 16th May. During his time at the show, Kaleb will tour the Farming Zone, judge a Young Farmer’s Class, and conduct a question-and-answer session in the Young Farmer’s Marquee.
Kaleb began working on a farm at the tender age of 13. He went on to study agriculture at Moreton Morrell College, after which he established Kaleb...
Devon’s new High Sheriff has been declared at a ceremony in Exeter Cathedral on Friday (28 March).
Caroline Harlow, 70, who lives in Exeter, is a trustee of Devon Community Foundation and member of the Independent Monitoring Board at Channings Wood Prison.
Her service to her community across many years brought her attention to the often hidden and devastating harms caused by gambling addiction. She will be dedicating her year as High Sheriff to getting people in Devon talking about the issue and supporting those with gambling addiction going through the prison system....
Peter Jewell, the Honorary Patron and founding donor of The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, has passed away at the age of 90.
Together Peter and his great friend, the renowned filmmaker Bill Douglas, put together an amazing collection of 50,000 artefacts on the history of cinema and the moving image.
After Bill’s death Peter gifted the collection to the University of Exeter to establish the museum because he wanted everyone to share their joy and fascination with moving pictures. He remained a very active donor, hugely invested in the museum and its success, until his death...
Toby’s Garden Festival is back again for another unmissable two-day celebration of gardening and the great outdoors, set against the stunning backdrop of Powderham Castle, near Exeter. Hosted by BBC Two Gardeners' World presenter Toby Buckland, the festival takes place on Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd May 2025 (10am-5pm) and will be encouraging everyone to learn a new skill. Visitors can expect a full programme of free gardening and food and drink talks, hands-on workshops, demonstrations, tastings, live music and much more.
Inspirational experts headlining the festival and joining...
Exeter today played host to the Sky Bet EFL Every Minute Matters Relay as fans of Exeter undertake a 136km cycle to inspire supporters to learn lifesaving CPR.
The Sky Bet EFL Every Minute Matters Relay, which kicked off today, is a gruelling 4,000-kilometer 28-day journey that will feature an incredible 72 legs stopping off at each and every EFL club before culminating at Wembley on 21st April.
The truly unique charity event will see supporters of each EFL club team up with former football stars and celebrity fans to either run, walk or cycle each leg. Today, passionate...
There are just days left to take advantage of a FREE Will writing service offered by Devon health and wellbeing charity Westbank Community Health and Care this March.
It can be overwhelming to think about preparing a Will, knowing what you need to do and how the process works. March is #FreeWillsMonth and Westbank is taking part through the charity’s partnership with Kwill.
A Gift in your Will to Westbank Community Health and Care helps support and empower the charity’s community of helpers to better look after people across Devon, supporting their physical & mental...
South West financial experts Old Mill has announced the promotion of Willem Puddy to Partner in the firm’s Rural team—an achievement that reflects his exceptional contribution and rapid career progression.
Since joining Old Mill in 2018, Willem has demonstrated outstanding technical expertise, a strong drive, and an innate ability to build trusted relationships with clients. His promotion to Partner, achieved in record time, highlights both his talent and dedication to delivering results.
A Chartered Accountant and Adviser with a degree in Business Management, Willem has...
