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Hard work, dedication, wonderful horses and spectacular scenery have earned Babeny Farm Stables in Dartmoor a prestigious award at the Herald Express South Devon and English Riviera Tourism and Hospitality Awards.

Proprietor Dee Dee Wilkinson was presented with a Silver in the Tourism Event or Sporting Activity category at the ceremony which was held at the Riviera International Conference Centre last week.

The stables are located at Poundsgate in the heart of Dartmoor and between April and October provide trail riding experiences across Dartmoor’s stunning landscape...

The United Kingdom is renowned for its ethos of supporting the small business owner, from the greengrocer on the local high street to the solicitor on the corner. It is a nation replete with networks established for this very reason. Yet, given this structure, it is illuminating to find that small businesses quite often don’t help themselves when it comes to assuring fully functionality within budget and utilizing even some governmental measures put in place to aid them on their entrepreneurial path. Around half a million small businesses form each year and a large majority collapse,...

A strong brand emulates your company’s success, which can encourage consumer trust in your business. However, you must offer so much more than a pretty logo. It is essential for your business to form its own identity, and the branding should be based on your company’s mission, tone of voice and values. Find out the five ways to build a brand for your small business.

1. Carve Your Own Identity

Don’t try to replicate existing brands. Aim to carve your own distinctive identity in your chosen industry. For instance, you must create a logo and tagline that will reflect your...

The River Exe and flooding will be the topic of conversation at a special event on Friday 10 November at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery in Exeter.

Local residents living in flood risk areas have been invited.

‘Conversations Between Floods’ forms part of a special public programme of artist commissions linked to the Exe Riverside Valley Park and has evolved alongside the flood defence scheme currently being delivered by the Environment Agency. The free afternoon event (1:30pm – 5:30pm) is open to all. Tickets have gone quickly but some are still available...