Grimm Times for Silverton: Dark tales performed at starlit summer shows

SILVERTON’s summer bliss is set to be shattered as dark fairy tales take centre stage in the Mid Devon village.

Strange creatures, characters and much-loved names from the brothers Grimm will star in a series of stories performed outside by The Silverton Luvvies old and young – as a host of new stars will join the much loved troupe.

Using the backdrop of the village’s medieval church and performed in a magical garden, the 200-year-old German fairy tales will come alive for two nights this July as the players tackle a number of the well, and less well, known stories....

When life gives you lemons: Remember it could be worse!

Life can be tough, everyone knows that, but sometimes people can make it more difficult on themselves than it should be. There is enough to get you down in this life without bringing yourself down as well. Whether it be the loss of a loved one, a heartbreak or having financial issues, there are plenty of things that are out of your control which can bring you down.

In these situations, it’s important to look for the support that you need. If you need help then you should be talking about it instead of keeping it all inside. Sometimes though in life, you can get yourself down as we...

Should students in the UK start marketing their business ideas while still in university?

Authored by Chris Lake
Posted: Tue, 06/26/2018 - 5:13am

Shоuld ѕtudеntѕ in thе UK ѕtаrt marketing thеіr buѕіnеѕѕ іdеаѕ while ѕtіll іn university? Arе уоu a college student whо саn’t wаіt tо bесоmе a business оwnеr? Thеn whу wаіt? If you hаvе the еntrерrеnеurіаl ѕріrіt, thеrе іѕ nо rеаѕоn уоu hаvе tо wаіt untіl after grаduаtіоn tо launch уоur buѕіnеѕѕ.

Starting a buѕіnеѕѕ, whіlе іn college саn bе еxсіtіng аnd nеrvе-wrасkіng аt the same tіmе. On thе оnе hаnd, уоu have аll the rеѕоurсеѕ аnd support уоu’ll еvеr nееd tо ѕtаrt uр. However, оn thе оthеr hаnd, уоur ѕсhооl work саn bе unрrеdісtаblе аnd hаrd tо manage. Sоmе сhооѕе tо...

That's snuff to bring tears to your eyes

St. Michaels Masonic Lodge who meet in Barton Terrace, Dawlish six times of year, from November to April are a fine dining lodge who, after sampling the delights of their chef Angie puts before them relax with a pinch of snuff.

Now anyone who has ever sampled snuff will know that it can lead to a bout of sneezing, if this is the case you will definitely need to blow your nose, to this end as part of their charitable giving the charity steward sells them hankies embroidered with the emblem of the lodge (as seen in the photo).

The result has been that that this year they have...

Craft exhibition: The Summer Show 2018

Event Date: 
14/07/2018 - 10:00am to 02/09/2018 - 5:30pm
Venue: 
Devon Guild Of Craftsmen, Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey

Annual exhibition showing the best new craft work from the Devon Guild of Craftsmen Membership. A tradition every summer for over 60 years, selected Members exhibit as a collective showcasing the best contemporary craft from across the South West. Vote for your favourite maker and craft a model hero for the hall of fame. All craft work is for sale.

Saturday 14 July 2018 - Sunday 02 September 2018

Devon Guild of Craftsmen, Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9AF.

Free entry. Open daily, 7 days a week. 10am-5.30pm

Contact: 01626 832223 Enquiries:...

New beginning for Tar Barrel end

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 06/25/2018 - 4:03pm

Calling ‘time’ has a new meaning at the Volunteer Inn in Ottery St Mary, as landlords Mike and Jacqui Down are now the proud owners of a unique clock - created from the end of a flaming tar barrel.

The barrel was carried by Mike in the 2014 Tar Barrels event. At the end of the night and despite being scorched by fire, the barrel end remained intact. Local Tar Barrels Committee ‘legend’ Les White held on to the barrel end, which weighs around 30 kilos, while he decided what to do with it.

Eventually, Les found a clockface of approximately the right dimensions. He trimmed it...

Shrouds of the Somme returns to Exeter

Shrouds of the Somme returns to Exeter’s Northernhay Gardens on Saturday (30 June), two years after its original installation moved thousands of visitors.

The 2018 exhibition, which runs until Sunday 8 July, takes the form of a ‘Trench’. It marks 100 years since the end of the First World War and will see 72,396 shrouded figures stacked – one on top of another – in a free-standing wooden representation of a trench, alongside which visitors will be able to walk and view the names of all those killed in Britain’s bloodiest battle, who have no known grave.

The ‘Trench’ is the...

Devon housebuilder supports forces personnel with homes and job opportunities

Serving military personnel in Devon are being given extra help to get on – or move up – the housing ladder.

Barratt Homes is pledging its support to local armed forces by giving them access to a dedicated buying scheme.

It comes as the five-star housebuilder – and people across the country – prepare to celebrate Armed Forces Day (June 30).

Barratt Homes is running an Armed Forces deposit contribution scheme which offers anyone who serves in the Army, Navy or RAF thousands of pounds off the cost of a property. The five-star housebuilder gives them a £500 discount for...

Come see, come try at Honiton’s exciting new Gate to Plate event

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/25/2018 - 3:06pm

Preparations for Honiton’s exciting new Gate to Plate event, which is taking place on 18 July 2018 in the town’s high street, are well underway with over 43 of East Devon’s finest traders and food/craft producers already signed up to showcase a cornucopia of innovative, as well as traditional wares at this free to attend celebration of the district’s most outstanding businesses. More businesses are in the process of confirming their attendance.

The event is a fantastic opportunity for people to ‘come see, come try, come buy’, as traders will be bringing along samples of the highest...

Housebuilder provides community boost to Monkerton

Residents in and around Monkerton are set to benefit from impressive new community facilities, thanks to a partnership between David Wilson Homes and Exeter City Council.

The five star housebuilder has provided funding towards local projects, affordable housing, open space and transport as part of the Harts Meadow development.

“These important amenities are an integral part of building new homes here in Monkerton,” said David Wilson Homes sales director, Sara Parker. “We’re delighted to be ensuring the area has excellent community provisions and open space for local...

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