In fitness, kickboxing classes have emerged as a red-hot trend, captivating fitness enthusiasts worldwide. Combining the intensity of martial arts with the benefits of cardiovascular exercise, kickboxing offers a dynamic and empowering workout experience. This article explores the reasons behind the surging popularity of these classes and highlights the numerous benefits they offer to participants.
1. Dynamic and Engaging Workouts
Xen-do kickboxing classes provide a high-energy and dynamic workout experience that keeps participants engaged and motivated throughout the...
Operation Scorpion is a well-established collaboration between the five police forces in the South West region (Avon and Somerset, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire), alongside their respective offices of Police and Crime Commissioners, South West Regional Organised Crime Unit (SW ROCU) and the charity Crimestoppers.
The operation is aimed at making Devon and Cornwall and the rest of the South West a hostile environment for criminal gangs and individuals who deal drugs and those who engage in anti-social activity associated with drugs such as antisocial...
Jewson Live, the annual event for the UK’s professional tradespeople, is back – and for the first time, is coming to the Westpoint Arena.
One of four Jewson Live shows hosted by national builders’ merchant Jewson – now part of STARK UK – the event will take place at Westpoint in Exeter on Thursday June 13, running from 8am to 2pm, for customers across South West.
The event will cover three distinct areas – the Trading Zone, Future Zone, and Wellbeing Zone. In each zone, high profile speakers and trade experts will share the latest industry news and developments,...
A new Chief Fire Officer has been appointed to lead fire and rescue services across Devon and Somerset.
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority, the body that governs the fire and rescue service for the two counties, appointed Gavin Ellis at its meeting on 10 June 2024.
Gavin has been serving as interim Chief Fire Officer since May 2023. He will replace Lee Howell, who is currently on secondment at the National Fire Chiefs Council and
is retiring in September, as permanent Chief Fire Officer responsible for the day to day running of the Service.
East Devon District Council (EDDC) has granted planning permission for the second of four expansion areas at Cranbrook.
The expansion at Treasbeare closely follows the permission issued in April for the Cobdens area . Together they will bring forward more than half of the town’s planned growth.
This planning permission will enable the development of up to 1035 homes, 5 permanent pitches for gypsies and travellers, up to 10ha of employment land, a primary school and a sports hub with full sized artificial grass and turf pitches. Other community facilities will include a...
Bring your appetite as the first Exeter Street Food Festival is set to take over Northernhay Gardens this weekend! The free event will bring delicious street food, refreshing drinks and live entertainment to the city centre for three days of family-friendly fun. Opening their doors from Friday 14th - Sunday 16th June you’ll want to bring your friends, family, children and dogs for a culinary trip across the globe.
They’ve packed the weekend with some of the finest street food traders from near and far. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy something totally unique as all 20 of...
St Luke’s and St James’ schools, both part of the Ted Wragg Trust, are working together to host a range of community events this summer.
The events are open to families of children at St Luke’s, St James’ and Whipton Barton Primary and are all free, places just need to be booked in advance!
The schools want to share their facilities with the community and help to bring local people together.
There will be a cooking competition at the Ready, Steady, Cook event with ingredients provided on the 24th of June at 4pm at St Luke’s. The group will also be joined by a...
The Motability Scheme is returning to Westpoint in Exeter, and this time for a two-day motoring show on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 June 2024.
With a new focus on electric motoring, The Big Event, Exeter gives visitors a chance to see a range of electric vehicles, speak to manufacturers and Scheme experts and try out the latest accessible innovations.
The automotive industry is changing and Motability Operations, the company behind the Motability Scheme, is committed to educating its customers about the switch to electric. The Scheme has already helped to change the lives...
Did you know that Woolacombe is one of the toughest beaches in the UK to run a marathon? Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks were interested in seeing how many times you would need to run the length of Woolacombe Bay to train for a half or full marathon, as well as the benefits of running on a sandy surface. You can also take in the gorgeous views thanks to its beautiful cliffs and sand dunes.
Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks are also pleased to be the main sponsor for the June North Devon AONB Marathon , who are helping to raise money for North Devon Hospice.
Urgent funding needed to save last of its kind Fishing Smack, securing youth employment project too.
A 109-year-old sailing ship is desperately seeking a new financial lifeline to stay afloat, as her dedicated owners lead a national campaign to save her.
Britannia, the last functional example of an East Coast Fishing Smack, is currently undergoing community restoration in Exeter with the goal of returning her to a working life at sea. However, plans to revive her will shortly run aground if the £250,000 needed to fund the rest of the project isn’t found. Not only does...
