Castle Drogo is calling for volunteers at an exciting time in the castle’s history as the project to make it watertight starts to reach its conclusion.
More volunteers than ever are needed to share Castle Drogo’s stories and become part of the team, whether for a couple of hours to spare or to volunteer more regularly.
To find more volunteers, Castle Drogo is holding two volunteering open days on Wednesday 10 April and Saturday 13 April, from 12-3pm in the community space, for anyone who would like to find out more about volunteering there. Alternatively, information on...
Sparx, an Exeter-based learning technology company has won an Education Resource Award in the category of ‘Collaboration between School and Supplier’, in recognition of its partnership with the Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust.
Announced on the 22nd March, the award recognises how the partnership has helped thousands of local schoolchildren to improve their skills and confidence in maths through the use of innovative teaching technology.
The Ted Wragg Trust is a six school multi-academy trust responsible for the education of over 3000 children aged between two and 16 years....
RGB Building Supplies’ Exeter branch is inviting local trades to help protect their equipment against theft with a free tool marking event on Wednesday 10th April.
Between 8am and 2pm, Devon and Cornwall Police will be in the branch giving advice and handing out free tool marking kits supplied by RGB. The kits help deter theft, make it more difficult for stolen equipment to be sold on, and help reunite tools with their owners.
Visitors will also be able to pick up stickers to put in vehicles warning that there are no items of value inside.
Men all over the world are looking for a way to solve the problem of hair loss. Many of these men have tried various creams and shampoos with little to no success.
Eventually they realize that the only really viable solution to getting back a natural looking head of hair is to choose to have some type of hair implant procedure done.
There are many options all over the world in various countries in America and in Europe, but one country that has enjoyed a lot of success with hair transplants is Turkey.
The geographical location of the country probably also helps as...
Builder Tim Bradley is about to set off on his second end-to-end walking challenge in two years.
In 2017 he trekked 1,150 miles from the tip of Cornwall to the most northerly point of the British mainland in memory of his son, Rian, from Exmouth, who died in 2016.
On Saturday (April 6) he will begin the same hike but in the opposite direction, leaving from John O’Groats and aiming to reach Land’s End on June 9.
Tim is undertaking the challenge in tribute to a loving young man, who had to overcome many health conditions in his short life.
Exeter’s leading health and wellbeing charity, CITY Community Trust has made several new trustee appointments as it continues to deliver its wide range of work across the area.
The new trustees to join the charity in recent months include Ross Morshead, Paul Goodes
Jemma Hodgkins and Nick Murray. They join existing trustees Cath Hill, Chris Gill, Martin Weiler, Graham Cridland, David Coard and chair of the charity, Julian Tagg.
Jamie Vittles, who was previously head of community has been appointed as chief executive officer.
DEVONIANS are being encouraged to visit the elderly this Easter because it can be one of the loneliest times of the year for them alongside Christmas says a domiciliary care provider (April 2019).
Guardian Homecare, which has offices and teams in Exeter, says many older people fear they will be lonely for the break as friends and relatives often go on holiday during the four-day weekend.
Katie Jewell, Regional Manager for Guardian Homecare, explained: “Alongside Christmas, Easter can be one of the loneliest times of the year for the elderly, which is why we’re encouraging...
Residents and staff at Millbrook Village, the later living community in Exeter, are celebrating as it has been recognised for its contribution to retirement living at the Regional Housing for Older People Awards 2019. Inspired Villages, the operator of Millbrook Village which is backed by financial institution Legal & General, has announced its Exeter site has picked up the Bronze award in the category of ‘Retirement Housing of 53 units and over’, for the excellent services and facilities it provides to its residents. The retirement scheme offers community, wellness and a number of...
Local bands and solo performers are being given the opportunity to take to the stage at this year’s all new Exeter Festival.
The call has gone out for local talent to appear at the Festival, which takes place during the first weekend of July.
Bands and solo performers are being asked to send in examples of their music to Festival organisers, who will then select the acts.
Those chosen will then perform in Northernhay Gardens on Saturday 6 July in the build up to multi-platinum, chart-topping band The Hoosiers headlining later the same evening. High energy 10-piece...
Believe it or not, summer is almost here . That mean's it will soon be vacation time!
That's right, it's time to start counting the days until you can leave the stress of everyday life behind and enjoy the bliss of your favorite beach or perhaps a cozy cottage in the south of France.
Learning to travel in style is the perfect way to take your vacation to the next level. This article takes a look at some of the best items for adding an extra splash of class to your travel gear.
1. Upgrade to Luxe Luggage
Let's start with your luggage. When you travel,...
