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Exeter Racecourse's networking event proves the way for gaining new customers

Exeter Racecourse hosted its first networking event of the year with a sell-out gathering that was buzzing with enthusiasm, as businesses from across the region came together full of optimism for the year ahead. Delegates enjoyed a productive morning of networking, followed by afternoon racing.

The quarterly networking events, launched in 2024, have quickly become some of the most popular business gatherings in the region. Hosted at the racecourse, they offer a relaxed yet professional environment that encourages meaningful connections.

The events are spearheaded by Head...

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New cycle and pedestrian bridge across the M5 opens

A new pedestrian and cycle bridge just north of Junction 29 of the M5 at Exeter opened for public use on Friday afternoon (February 2).

The 60-metre Tithebarn Lane bridge was first lifted into place in November. Since then contractors have been finishing work on the bridge and constructing and surfacing the cycle path approaching the bridge. The finishing touches to landscaping will be completed once the weather improves and the ground dries out. The bridge is a Devon County Council scheme and part of the development linking Cumberland Way and the Exeter Science Park. The southern...

Next phase for on-schedule Stadium redevelopment

The £3.4 million stadium redevelopment at St James Park, the home of Exeter City FC, is entering the next phase in the programme of works. The Old Stagecoach stand, which dated back to 1927, has been demolished and a new stand is being built in its place, along with other improvements, including the ground’s away end. The most recent activity has been the piling operation, which saw 160 piles sunk to an average depth of 12 metres to provide the foundations for the new Grandstand. A spokesman for the club, said: ‘We are pleased to be able to report that the piling operation was completed on...

Chiefs side to face Saracens

Although Exeter’s Anglo-Welsh Cup hopes remain in the balance, Chiefs skills coach Ricky Pellow insists his side will be going ‘all-out’ for victory when they play host to Saracens at Sandy Park tomorrow (3pm).

Last weekend’s 31-21 defeat at Worcester Warriors saw the Devonians surrender top spot in their pool to Harlequins, who tonight travel to Northampton Saints knowing they need just a point to advance into the last four at the expense of the Chiefs.

That said, the Saints themselves need a victory to thrust them into the last four and Pellow is hopeful the Midlanders...

A377 stabilisation scheme on schedule

Work is progressing well on a major stabilisation scheme on the A377 at Chapel Downs in Crediton.

Essential repairs and reconstruction work started earlier this month on a 30 metre stretch, between Queen Elizabeth Drive and Higher Road, where the edge of the road is cracking due to an unstable embankment. The scheme is on schedule to be completed by 12 February.

Highway drainage is being replaced and a retaining wall is being constructed. The road will also be resurfaced.

Councillor Stuart Hughes, Devon County Council Cabinet Member for Highway Management, said: “...

Chiefs stars' bake off raises cash for Macmillan

Multi-talented Exeter Chiefs stars proved fundraising was a piece of cake when they baked for a charity coffee morning.

More than 150 people tucked into creations including a Guinness gateau and chocolate brownies provided by members of the club’s Cookie Club – a group of players who meet weekly to show off their prowess in the kitchen.

The event, part of Macmillan Cancer Support’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, took place at Exeter’s historic Guildhall and was hosted by Chiefs legend Gareth Steenson and his wife Karen

Guests donated generously throughout the day...

Event will help you discover your inner entrepreneur

DEVELOPING an ‘entrepreneurial mind-set’ will be the theme of a networking and training event being organised for administrative staff in Exeter next month.

The event is being run by the Exeter PA Network, the networking and development organisation for all personal, executive and administrative assistants in Exeter and surrounding areas.

Key note speaker, Rachael Howourth of Momentum South West, will be encouraging delegates to develop their entrepreneurial mind-set in order to heighten their chances for success and ability to spot opportunities for themselves and their...

New paper cup recycling scheme launched in Teignbridge

Teignbridge District Council, in partnership with the Alliance for Beverage Cartons and the Environment (ACE UK), is launching a new recycling service for plastic-lined paper cups.

As of this month people can recycle their used cups alongside food and drink cartons at specialist recycling banks across the district. The recycling banks will accept paper cups which are used for hot drinks such as tea and coffee in high street coffee shops, fast food outlets and supermarkets. The banks can be found at:

• Sandy Lane car park, Dawlish • B&Q car park, Newton Abbot •...

Please Park Here: How new technology is benefitting the UK Parking Industry

Car parking is something that frustrates us all. Simply finding a spot can often be infuriating. But imagine a world where it’s even harder to pay too. Thankfully, that’s something we no longer have to think about with ticket machines and kiosks something we now take for granted.

Of course, technology continues to change as does the way we buy a ticket. Efficiency continues to make operational and economic sense, with some parking systems now cashless, leading to savings for both drivers and business.

Over the next few years we’re expecting the parking industry to continue...

New business WINS at south west wedding awards

South Devon based wedding photographer, Mimosa Photography, won New Wedding Business of the Year at the recent South West Wedding Awards.

The awards recognise those businesses who exceed the expectations of their customers by providing an outstanding service.

This year, the awards held at Crown Plaza in Plymouth, saw their biggest attendance after they opened up the awards to more regions across the South West.

Businesses from Devon, Cornwall, Bristol, Somerset, Dorset and Gloucestershire were able to enter one the 22 categories which covered all areas of the...

Sponge UK expands European presence with new Dublin office

Leading digital learning company, Sponge UK, has announced its expansion into Ireland, with the opening of its first office outside the UK, in Dublin, in January 2018.

The new office in Dublin is part of Sponge UK’s growing presence across the UK and Europe, closely following the opening of its third office, in Nottingham, in December 2017.

The new local team, headed up by Michael Quann, will include Sponge UK’s microlearning division, leading on personalised and adaptive learning technology solutions for workplace learning. Sponge UK is expecting to grow and generate new...

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Exeter Racecourse's networking event proves the way for gaining new customers

New cycle and pedestrian bridge across the M5 opens

Next phase for on-schedule Stadium redevelopment

Chiefs side to face Saracens

A377 stabilisation scheme on schedule

Chiefs stars' bake off raises cash for Macmillan

Event will help you discover your inner entrepreneur

New paper cup recycling scheme launched in Teignbridge

Please Park Here: How new technology is benefitting the UK Parking Industry

New business WINS at south west wedding awards

Sponge UK expands European presence with new Dublin office

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