On Wednesday 10th July 2024, luxury manor house hotel, Lympstone Manor , in Devon, welcomes back its revered annual Celebration of Speed. The one-day summer festival commemorates Michelin-starred Chef-Owner Michael Caines’ love of motorsport with a line-up including panel discussions with TV presenter and racing driver, Jodie Kidd and TV presenter and motor specialist, Ant Anstead. As the evening draws in, Lympstone Manor transforms for a Party in the Paddock, with a world-renowned music line-up including rock sensations, The Feeling and DJ Gok Wan.
As exam season approaches, it can be normal for young people, and anyone who supports them, to experience some moments of anxiety and uncertainty. There's widespread recognition that taking a break and being active in nature can help reduce these feelings for everyone. Being in a natural environment allows the body to relax, rejuvenating the mind and enhancing concentration and focus when it's most crucial, helping us to feel healthier and happier.
This May, the Naturally Healthy campaign, led by Active Devon and Devon County Council on behalf of the Devon Local Nature...
East Devon District Council (EDDC) has granted planning permission for the first expansion of Cranbrook. It is the largest planning permission issued by EDDC since permission for the new town was issued, more than 13 years ago.
The expansion allows up to 1435 homes and 10 permanent pitches for gypsies and travellers to be created. There will be a new three form entry primary school, a special educational needs school, a neighbourhood centre, land for a place of worship, a vicarage and a cemetery. There will be play areas, allotments and large areas of green space.
Le Cordon Bleu, renowned for shaping culinary careers globally for over a century, is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated scholarship competition for 2024 is now open . This unique opportunity invites passionate culinary enthusiasts to vie for a coveted spot in the esteemed Grand Diplôme® programme, internship at CORD by Le Cordon Bleu, alongside accommodation for a year and mentoring from Michel Roux and more, the total prize worth over £60,000 .
The institute extends a warm welcome to individuals of all backgrounds, embracing diversity and talent without barriers. The...
White rabbit Casey is only two years and six months old - so has been patiently waiting for a new home most of his life.
He came into the care of the RSPCA’s Little Valley Animal Centre in Exeter, Devon, while he was still a kit, but has now grown into an adult rabbit who wants to share a home with a female bunny.
Leah Carnall, Animal Care Assistant at the centre, said: “Casey’s had very little interest from potential adopters over the last two years and we just don’t know why as he is an absolutely lovely bunny.
“The day Casey came into care, the state he was...
Today, M&S Exeter is announcing the arrival of iconic heritage fashion brand JAEGER to its Clothing department.
One of 11 new stores to stock the iconic heritage brand from this Spring, the roll out comes just in time for the new season. The new SS24 collection features a range of beautiful tailoring separates and dresses, perfect for special occasions as well as an elevated everyday outfitting. This season JAEGER have continued to lean on their heritage and historic reputation as a brand who delivers stylish pieces made with attention to detail and quality.
Parkinson’s disease is the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world - currently, without a cure. One in 37 people alive today in the UK will be diagnosed with Parkinson’s in their lifetime1. It is therefore imperative to spot the symptoms of the condition early and to understand what to do next.
Rosie Hydar, who runs a local in-home care introduction service, Hub Care Support Exeter, was inspired to launch her business following her own experience with her father and husband, who have both been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. “Their diagnoses were similar but different....
National law firm Foot Anstey has announced the promotion of three of its lawyers to the firm's Partnership. Taking effect from 1 May 2024, the internal promotions bring the total number of Partners at the firm to 66
Joining the Partnership are:
Anna Phillips – leading the firm’s charity property practice, from her base in Exeter.
Lara Borrett-Lynch – Head of Affordable Housing, based in Southampton.
Mark Greatholder – who leads Foot Anstey’s Commercial Energy practice from Bristol.
This group of researchers from Devon are leading the way in transforming how cancers are detected and treated by harnessing the power of light.
The team, who receive funding through Cancer Research UK, are encouraging people to take part in Race for Life this summer and help fund more life-saving research.
Their innovative use of Raman Spectroscopy, which is based upon the interaction of light with the chemical bonds within a material, is forging a better understanding of treating cancers earlier.
Some of their work centres on patients with oesophageal cancer. A...
Devon homebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter has raised over £1,600 for national charity Magic Breakfast by taking part in their Great Big Breakfast across their housing developments and head office.
By coming together to share a morning meal with colleagues and contractors, they supported the charity to give more than 11,000 breakfasts to hungry children across England and Scotland.
The Great Big Breakfast in February saw colleagues on some developments cooking a hearty breakfast for the onsite team, others bought in baps from local food vans, and in the Barratt...
