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Exeter announces its bid to become the UK’s City of Culture in 2029 

Exeter City Council has today announced it will be submitting an expression of interest (EOI) for the prestigious UK City of Culture title. 

The City of Culture bid follows the culmination of five months extensive engagement and consultation with artists, creatives, cultural organisations and residents to shape the council’s commissioned new five-year Cultural Strategy for Exeter.

This will set out a clear ambition to become a leading city of culture. The new Exeter Culture Strategy is ambitious and will be delivered in partnership with the city’s cultural organisations...

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Browne Jacobson appoints new lead for Exeter and South West education team

Browne Jacobson’s education team in South West England has a new lead following an internal promotion.

Victoria Hatton , who is based in the UK and Ireland law firm’s Exeter office, has stepped up from Senior Associate to Partner.

She was one of 15 partner and legal director promotions that came into effect this week across the firm’s seven offices.

Victoria, who has been practising law for 15 years, has been ranked as a “rising star” in the Legal 500 directory for the South-West since 2021. Her areas of expertise include academy projects, governance and student...

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Aspire Training Team, Evolves into Shoots Training

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Posted: Thu, 04/03/2025 - 7:30pm

Aspire Training Team, a leading provider of apprenticeships and professional qualifications in Exeter, is excited to announce its rebrand to Shoots Training.

This transformation marks a significant step forward in the company’s mission to develop talent in the Early Years and business sectors, unveiling a fresh identity that embodies growth, innovation, and opportunity.

With over 25 years of excellence in training, the organisation has empowered thousands of learners and businesses with the skills they need to succeed. The new name, Shoots Training, reflects its...

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Exeter Science Park supports rapid growth of renewable energy firm

Just a year after relocating to Exeter Science Park , renewable energy specialist Abode Heat is expanding, marking a significant milestone in its rapid growth.

Following a year of substantial progress - including its acquisition by UK Plumbing Supplies - Abode Heat has moved into a larger office space at the Science Park to accommodate its evolving business.

Abode Heat focuses on developing low-carbon heat pump solutions and initially moved to Exeter Science Park to leverage cutting-edge technology, including AI, to enhance its design and consultancy services. It has grown...

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PKF Francis Clark promotes four new partners

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Posted: Wed, 04/02/2025 - 8:15pm

PKF Francis Clark has promoted four new partners, including three who joined the firm as trainees. They are head of not-for-profit Louise Bridgett, corporate finance specialists Matt Willmott and Nick Tippett, and restructuring expert and insolvency practitioner Nick Harris.

Louise started her career with PKF Francis Clark as a graduate in 1997, rejoining the firm in 2012 after five years working in local government finance. Since being promoted to director in 2017, she has focused on growing a dedicated team serving more than 200 charity, education and other not-for-profit...

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Stuart Mathews becomes Trowers & Hamlins' new Head of Exeter office

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Posted: Wed, 04/02/2025 - 7:27pm

International law firm Trowers & Hamlins announces Corporate Partner, Stuart Mathews, as the new Head of Office in Exeter. Stuart takes over from Real Estate Partner, Chris Rundle, who held the position for four years.

The Exeter office is a comprehensive full-service operation and a go-to resource for many clients in the South West. The office has gone through a period of considerable growth in recent years and is now the firm's second largest office after London. In the last five years, the Exeter office has welcomed 55 new lawyers, making it Trowers & Hamlins' fastest-...

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Dual qualified solicitor joins The Family Law Company

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Wed, 04/02/2025 - 1:22pm

Vincent Ibekwe has joined The Family Law Company ’s Exeter team bringing fresh skills to support clients in all aspects of family law.

Dual qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales, and a solicitor and barrister in Nigeria, Vincent has a particular specialism in divorce and the financial consequences of marriage breakdown.

He grew up in Nigeria and after achieving a degree in English Literature, followed a career in education as a secondary school teacher. After deciding he could make more impact in law, he studied for five years for his law degree, followed by a year...

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Cavanna Homes retains its 5-star rating from the Home Builders Federation

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Posted: Sun, 03/30/2025 - 10:52pm

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...

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Best Farm Shop in UK – Darts Farm wins prestigious award

Darts Farm are delighted to announce that they have been named Best Farm Shop in the UK for a record-breaking 4th time in this year’s Farm Retail Association (FRA) Awards. It was an extra special night, with the team also picking up the award for Best Farm Restaurant for The Farm Table, adding to their ever-growing list of accolades!

Darts Farm is a unique food, drink and lifestyle destination with a working farm and farm shop at the heart. With one of the most diverse independent artisan produce selections in the country, a nose-to-tail butchery, cheesemonger and deli, multiple...

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Exeter-based homebuilder tops major industry survey on customer satisfaction

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Posted: Fri, 03/28/2025 - 5:13pm

Exeter-based homebuilder, Tilia Homes, has achieved the top score in a major industry survey for customer satisfaction for the first time in its four-year history.

The rating comes from the Home Builders Federation’s (HBF) annual New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey, widely regarded as the industry’s benchmark for quality. Tilia Homes was awarded five stars, a rating given to companies when more than 90 per cent of customers would recommend them to a friend.

The result marks a significant step up for the business, which has moved from a three- to five-star rating since...

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Willem Puddy promoted to Partner at Old Mill in record time

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Posted: Tue, 03/25/2025 - 7:29pm

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...

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