One of the west country’s best loved events is back this June - the Secret Gardens of Topsham.
Organised by Topsham Museum and held on Sunday June 8 the event - normally staged on alternate years - attracted no fewer than 1,400 visitors in 2023 and this year aims for even more.
For 2025 the event, which is held with the support of Wilkinson Grant estate agency, will consist of 15 gardens throughout the town. They each truly deserve the title of ‘hidden gem’. Most are completely private except for this event with some boasting views over the Exe Estuary.
The Fresh Accountancy Company has recently become carbon neutral with a new partnership.
The business has signed up to the Just One Tree initiative, which plants trees around the world to help regenerate forests, restore the planet and increase biodiversity.
This is the latest step in Fresh’s drive towards improving and maintaining its environmental credentials.
Fresh’s founder, Tom Baker said: “We’ve looked at different options including bringing in a consultant to work out our carbon emissions. However, we decided it was more beneficial to assume a worst case...
DEVON County Show is encouraging all Devon based amateur photographers to sift through their albums, or head out with their camera to take a winning photo which could secure a place in the first ever Devon County Show Calendar.
Twelve pictures will be selected from the entries, each of which will take pride of place in a month-by-month calendar to be produced with the winning images in time for 2026.
The brief for the images is ‘My Devon’ – a deliberately open mandate that will allow entrants to unleash their creativity without restraint. The only criteria are that your...
During Free Wills Month, Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) are encouraging supporters to consider leaving a charitable gift in their Will to help protect the charity’s income and lifesaving service for the people of Devon in the years to come.
One in three of DAA’s lifesaving missions are funded by Gifts in Wills that have been left to them by generous supporters, an outstanding number that equated to 819 calls for their specialist help being funded in this way in 2024.
Donations of this nature help hundreds of charities to continue their work in local communities and every gift...
Online gambling is a growing industry, and many UK players are looking for ways to enjoy casino games without restrictions. Casinos not on GamStop provide a solution for players who have self-excluded through the UKGC’s GamStop program but still want to play. These platforms operate under offshore licenses and offer the same exciting games, bonuses, and payment options as UK-regulated casinos.
While playing at non-GamStop casinos has its advantages, it is crucial to understand the risks and how to choose a reputable platform. This guide covers everything you need to know about...
If you’re doing well in your professional life, and bringing home a respectable sum each month, then you might be tempted to treat yourself to one or two special luxury items. In some cases, this can be a way to reward hard work. But you don’t have to write the money off. It might be that, over time, the investment in certain luxury items can pay for itself – since these items might appreciate in value over time.
But exactly which luxury items are worth spending money on? Let’s take a look at a few popular options.
Household infestations can be a stressful and overwhelming problem, often leaving homeowners feeling helpless as pests infiltrate their homes. Whether it’s termites, cockroaches or rodents, addressing these issues promptly and effectively is crucial to maintaining the safety and comfort of your living space. In this blog, we will explore fresh and practical strategies for tackling household infestations and keeping pests at bay.
Understanding Pest Behaviour
Before diving into solutions, it’s important to understand why pests invade our homes. Most pests are driven by basic...
A charming period property, on the market for the first time in over 10 years.
11 Follett Road is nestled in the heart of Topsham, a town frequently named one of the best places to live in the UK. This property blends period charm with modern conveniences, offering prospective homeowners an unparalleled opportunity.
Described by Luke Jones, the property agent representing the home, as “a piece of local history,” this delightful house boasts original features including fireplaces in every room, high ceilings typical of its Victorian-era heritage, and a private raised garden...
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but figuring out how much you can borrow can be overwhelming. With property prices at record highs, many first-time buyers find that traditional lending limits don’t stretch as far as they’d hoped—especially in the South of England, where house prices are significantly higher than the national average.
Understanding your borrowing power before you start house hunting is essential. It helps you avoid disappointment, focus on properties within your budget, and put you in a strong position when making an offer. Lenders assess...
Okehampton-based Moorland Fuels, which has provided domestic, agriculture and commercial fuel services to customers in Devon and Cornwall for more than 20 years, has unveiled a bold new brand identity, reinforcing its roots in the local community and its employee-owned status.
Embodied in the company’s new strapline ‘What Matters to You, Matters to us’, the rebrand sees the introduction of a new look for its website and fleet of tankers, and a fresh new corporate manifesto outlining the business’s commitment to playing its part in the community, and to serving the region with...
