Ferocious Dog "The Enemy Within"

Event Date: 
13/04/2018 - 7:30pm to 11:00pm
Venue: 
The Exeter Phoenix

During 2017 the band played slots at some of the UK’s and European favourite festivals. Headlining a few of them along the way.

They were on fire, playing to some of the largest audiences of their career including the famous Colours of Ostrava festival in the Czech Republic.

They ended the year heading back to Europe to play in Spain, Belgium and Holland. “Live experiences don’t get much better and they have the songs to go with it. Louder Than War, Guy Smallman..

Ferocious Dog are a full-on six-piece band that encompass folk infused with rock, reggae and Celtic...

Exeter Golf and Country Club supports #2MinuteBeachClean in campaign to reduce plastic consumables

Authored by jenniashford
Posted: Wed, 03/28/2018 - 10:08am

Devon-based non profit organisation, The Beach Network, will receive 25 pence for every takeaway cup purchased at Exeter Golf and Country Club as part of an effort to significantly reduce plastic consumables at the Club. The organisation is responsible for the emerging nationwide campaign #2MinuteBeachClean.

With the UK government set to announce a new deposit scheme on plastic bottles, 2018 seems to be the year where change is beginning to happen. People are beginning to wake up to the catastrophic environmental damage caused by the increasing use of disposable plastics during the...

Exeter business nominated for prestigious national award

Authored by jenEv
Posted: Wed, 03/28/2018 - 8:10am

Exeter based recruitment firm, Girling Jones has been successfully nominated for a national award at the prominent Recruiter Awards.

Established in 2002, the Recruiter Awards is the largest annual event for the UK recruitment community recognising outstanding achievements by agencies and in-house recruiters.

Girling Jones has been nonmined by an esteemed panel of judges in the ‘Best Recruitment Agency (11-49 employees)’ category and is the only South West based nominee in this group.

Founder and Director Simon Girling said of the nomination, “I am absolutely...

5 Ways to Encourage Customers to Use Direct Debit Payments

Direct debit is a useful payment option in many circumstances. For brick-and-mortar establishments such as fitness centres or co-working spaces, direct debit is a great way to accept recurring payments with minimum hassle. Businesses selling their products as subscriptions and online service providers can also benefit from the use of direct debit as a payment method.

While direct debit is increasingly popular, some customers are still reluctant to use this payment method. Their reluctance may be caused by lack of information, misunderstanding, or other reasons. In most of these...

Miranda Sykes at The Bridge Inn, Topsham

Event Date: 
28/04/2018 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
The Bridge Inn, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0QQ

Miranda Sykes, the acclaimed singer and bassist with ‘Show of Hands’ is returning to her roots with a solo tour and latest album. After a career spanning over 20 years, during which time she has played with many of the top musicians and singers within the folk world, she will be touring as she started out: One woman, one bass, and one guitar. BORROWED PLACES, released in 2017, is her debut solo album and draws its inspiration primarily from the songs and landscape of her native Lincolnshire but seen through the eyes of someone who has lived away for many years. With her sensational voice,...

Ministry of Sound

Event Date: 
15/06/2018 - 9:00pm to 16/06/2018 - 2:00am
Venue: 
Sandy Park Conference Centre

We are excited to announce our second Ministry of Sound club night at Sandy Park on Friday 15th June, this time with headline act, legendary DJ Dave Pearce. Join us for the start of summer with an evening of Ibiza dance classics with the Ministry of Sound production and SFX team putting on a night to remember.

Dave is a British dance DJ, record producer and broadcaster, who has performed across the United Kingdom and the world. He previously presented Dance Anthems on BBC Radio 1 for ten years and is renowned for playing a key role both as a performer and behind the scenes in the...

Foot Anstey awarded the National Equality Standard

Authored by helenloney
Posted: Tue, 03/27/2018 - 11:33am

Foot Anstey has become the sixth law firm to be awarded the National Equality Standard (NES). This was received on first time assessement - something less than a third of businesses have achieved.

The UK National Equality Standard was developed by businesses to bring clarity and consistency to efforts to tackle inequality and promote inclusion. To be awarded the NES, an organisation must be independently assessed against a robust set of criteria against seven core standards. NES assessors review extensive documentation and conduct comprehensive interviews and focus groups.

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Cuthbert is Baxter's new signing ahead of the 2018/19 season

Alex Cuthbert says he is “excited” at the challenge that lies ahead after he today sealed a move to reigning Aviva Premiership champions Exeter Chiefs.

The Wales and British & Irish Lions international has agreed a three-year deal with the Chiefs and will leave Cardiff Blues at the end of the season after seven years at the Arms Park.

The 27-year-old winger is Rob Baxter’s first new signing ahead of the 2018/19 season and is a prominent new addition to the Chiefs squad.

“I’m very excited about the move,” said Cuthbert. “I’ve played all of my rugby in Wales and I...

Jason appointed to oversee new Exeter development

Exeter housebuilder David Wilson Homes has appointed Jason Dugdale as site manager for its Harts Meadow development in Pinhoe.

Jason will oversee construction at the site, working closely with all those involved in the process – including subcontractors and suppliers. He has played a key role within the industry for 38 years and says that seeing residents move into their new homes is one of his favourite parts of the job. “It’s handing over the keys and seeing people’s faces as they walk into their dream home,” he said. “It’s a very rewarding thing to see.” Jason’s team will create...

Staff who sort Exeter's 'recycling' recognised with award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/26/2018 - 1:30pm

Staff who sort Exeter's 'recycling' have been recognised with an award.

Exeter's Materials Reclamation Facility (MRF) has won the latest round of Recycle Devon's 'Thank You' Awards.

Staff at the MRF in Exton Road sort through all the recyclable items collected by the City Council's waste and recyling crews.

The household items which are collected from Exeter residents are sorted by the MRF staff and then sent off for recycling, bringing in valuable income to support public services in the city.

The MRF also sort unwanted plastic washed up on Devon's...

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