Old Mill announces new look Board of Directors

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 07/10/2024 - 2:07pm

Financial experts Old Mill has a new look Board of Directors to steer the company towards future growth and success.

The six-strong Board brings a wealth of experience and expertise, and includes newly appointed CEO Mark Neath, and the firm’s new Managing Director Jolyon Stonehouse.

Mark has been with Old Mill for 18 years and has 25 years’ experience as a qualified Chartered Accountant. In his role of CEO, he is responsible for the firm’s longer-term culture, people and growth plans, and will lead the company forward, driving its vision and strategic direction....

Exeter care home embraces flower power

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 07/10/2024 - 1:52pm

Residents at Cumberland Grange in Exeter celebrated British Flowers Week which took place from 03-09 June. Founded by New Covent Garden Market in 2013, British Flowers Week is an annual celebration of the wealth and variety of British flowers, plants and foliage.

Residents took part in their favourite flower-based activity which was a wonderful flower arranging session which everyone really enjoyed. Their collective knowledge about flowers gained from years of gardening experience was very impressive. Residents then proudly dotted their beautifully arranged flowers around the...

Teign Valley pub to host their first specialist cocktail event

Event Date: 
27/07/2024 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
The Cridford Inn

Dartmoor-based spirits tasting specialist, Azu Spirits, and the Cridford Inn in the Teign Valley, Devon’s oldest pub, are collaborating to launch their first cocktail tasting evening.

The Azu Spirits event will delve into the mastery of mixology, providing insights into the techniques and histories of a select range of cocktails, inspired by founder Ellie Gibson’s time working in premium cocktail bars in Melbourne, Australia.

In the first Cocktail Tasting Evening on Saturday 27 July, eight unique cocktails will be on offer. From the flaming Black Blazer cocktail to...

Bicentenary Prize: Excellent Chance for Young Talents from the Royal Academy of Music

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Wed, 07/10/2024 - 9:39am

The Bicentenary Prize at the Royal Academy of Music is a major award for young musicians that provides them with a valuable chance to move up the ladder. Supported by patrons like Mikhail Bakhtiarov and Svetlana Besfamilnaya, this prize is a clear example of the necessity to encourage young talents to develop their biography in the sphere of art. Such supporters know how music can change the lives of people and want to contribute to the development of future talents.

The Bicentenary Prize: A Platform for Promising Musicians

It is not just an award- it is a chance that is given to...

On-Site Security 101: Cutting-Edge Technology for Modern Businesses

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 07/09/2024 - 9:52pm

Countless articles have recently highlighted the treats posed by cybercrime. While these are indeed quite serious, it is important to remember that brick-and-mortar security is just as relevant. Business owners should therefore be able to appreciate the latest advancements, and what these innovative approaches can offer their organisation. Let's take a quick look at a handful cutting-edge innovations to better understand what the future has in store. Biometric Security Systems Many enterprises have already begun to adopt security systems that rely upon biometric verification. Employees...

McDonald's in Exeter teams up with CEDA to renovate garden

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Tue, 07/09/2024 - 9:58am
  1. McDonald’s Franchisee, David Shawyer, has partnered with local Exeter charity CEDA to help renovate and tidy up their garden space.

Joined by a crew of nine volunteers from his Exeter McDonald’s restaurants, David Shawyer and his team refreshed the communal area by jet-washing the patio, rebuilding the fencing and storage shed, painting and decorating, installing new seating, and rejuvenating the garden by weeding, and adding new plants and flowers that can be enjoyed throughout the year.

CEDA is an Exeter-based charity which provides learning and social...

Silver investing: Who wins Euro 2024?

Authored by tomdummer
Posted: Tue, 07/09/2024 - 9:56am

With the Euros well underway and the quarter-finals shaping up nicely, we share data from precious metal investing platform BullionVault which looks at which country tops the leaderboard when it comes to silver investing , the results may surprise you!

Hungary tops the leaderboard for average holdings per investor

When looking at the data per investor Hungary tops the leaderboard with Portugal and Switzerland coming second and third respectively. Interestingly based on the data some of the larger nations in Europe (Spain, England, Italy, France, etc) fall behind some of the ‘...

£1.7 million for new network to improve lives of people affected by dementia

Funding of more than £1.7million will enable researchers at the University of Exeter to set up and lead a new national Dementia Network Plus – one of only four in the country.

The new network will aim to reduce dementia risk and improve people’s experience of living with dementia by supporting new projects and engaging with communities, with hubs in Wales, Scotland and England.

A Dementia Network Plus is a strategic investment by the Economic Social research Council (ESRC), the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and Alzheimer’s Society. The new...

Exeter’s Tyler Grange named SME Employer of the Year at InsideOut Awards 2024

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 07/08/2024 - 5:00pm

Exeter-based B Corp four-day week environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has just been named SME Employer of the Year at the InsideOut Awards.

The prestigious annual awards - powered by the InsideOut LeaderBoard® charity and Wellbeing@Work Summits - recognises and celebrates excellence in promoting mental health, wellness, and overall wellbeing.

The accolade was awarded to Tyler Grange as the UK SME that the judging panel - comprising a broad spectrum of industry experts - believed to have implemented the best mental health and wellbeing programme over the last 12 months...

Transform Your Home with Upscale Design: Expert Tips for a Refined Look

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 07/08/2024 - 4:18pm

Creating a luxurious and refined home involves more than just selecting beautiful furniture and decorations. It requires a careful balance of colours, textures, and styles to create an elegant and cohesive space. If you’re looking to transform your home with upscale design, follow these expert tips to achieve a sophisticated and polished look.

Choosing a Colour Palette

Selecting the right colour palette is essential in creating a refined home. Neutral tones such as beige, cream, and grey are often used in luxury interior design because they provide a timeless and elegant...

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