The CEO of investment crowdfunding platform Crowdcube has confirmed he will be taking part in the Like Minds Ideas Festival.
Darren Westlake, co-founder and CEO of Exeter based Crowdcube, will join a host of speakers from global organisations, such as Lego, Beano Studios and LinkedIn, as Like Minds returns to Exeter for its Ideas Festival in September.
Darren will be taking part in the panel debate on the main stage, joining Janet Coyle of London & Partners and John Courtney of Stockwood Ventures. Together, they will be debating the subject of How to Build a High Growth...
RGB Building Supplies were delighted to officially open the new Legends Lounge at Exeter City Football Club on Tuesday 8th August during the home game against Charlton Athletic.
Throughout the evening, former City players Alan Banks, Jimmy Giles, John Hore, Peter Hatch and Scott Hiley joined RGB staff, customers and suppliers to enjoy the pre-match launch celebrations prior to watching the game.
Paul West, Branch Manager at RGB Exeter, commented: “We’re proud supporters of everything Exeter and have sponsored players from Exeter City FC for many seasons. This year, we’re...
The Devon Art Society´s big summer exhibition is being held at St. Annes Hall, Babbacombe.
There are hundreds of paintings on display. The artists are showing new works covering classical themes such as floral, still-life, figurative and landscape as well as seascape subject matters and some abstracts too.
The Devon Art Society of Torquay has a long tradition of exhibiting and selling high quality paintings since 1912 when some of the greatest artists of their times we among the founder members.
Visitors are welcome to talk with the artists to share their...
Leading local advice charity, Citizens Advice Exeter, has welcomed an overall 11% reduction in the number of housing repossession cases listed at Exeter County Court in the three-month period ending 30th June. This is in comparison to the same period in 2016.
Steve Barriball, Citizens Advice Exeter Chief Executive, said: “In the last quarter there were 126 cases listed for repossession, an overall 11% reduction, or 16 cases, on the previous year. However, there was a small increase in private rented sector repossessions, which were up by one case.
Cats Protection has outlined a series of steps which can be taken to help keep felines safe throughout the year.
Although cats often enjoy exploring, their curiosity can lead them into trouble. A few simple measures can help keep cats away from danger and enjoying life.
Keep cats inside during hours of darkness. Cats are at increased risk of road injuries and theft after nightfall. Keeping cats indoors overnight and timing meals to coincide with rush hour will help keep cats away from busy roads.
Ensure cats are neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Making sure...
The first airing of Rugby highlights on Channel 5, will be hosted by Rugby legend and former Bath prop, David Flatman, capped by England eight times, and Presenter Mark Durden-Smith. The duo, who have worked together since 2013, will be giving their expert opinion on the weekend’s action and showcasing the key happenings from every game in the league. Channel 5’s highlights package will cover Premiership Rugby, Anglo-Welsh Cup and Premiership Rugby 7s, and each week will feature the insights of former and current players.
David Flatman has made a seamless transition from player to...
Wollen Michelmore Solicitors have been shortlisted for the third year running from among the brightest and best of the legal profession for the Law Society of England and Wales’ Excellence Awards.
The awards are recognition of the commitment, enthusiasm and passion that solicitors dedicate to serving their clients, and – in the process - underpinning our world-renowned legal system.
Chris Hart, Chief Executive for the firm says “Once again this is a huge honour to be included in these highly regarded awards. We’ve done extremely well to find ourselves shortlisted in three...
The Devon Art Society´s big summer exhibition is being held at St. Annes Hall, Babbacombe.
There are hundreds of paintings on display.
The artists are showing new works covering classical themes such as floral, still-life, figurative and landscape as well as seascape subject matters and some abstracts too.
An Exeter School alumnus is celebrating co-running his third annual Summer Film School which was attended by 25 young people, including pupils from his old school.
1998 leaver Philip Symes is part of Four of Swords Theatre and, together with business partner Sarah White, runs the successful Summer Film School at Poltimore House just outside of Exeter.
Summer Film School provides children aged 10-14 with the opportunity to work with highly skilled filmmakers and create a professional short film in just one week.
Alumnus Phil said Four of Swords was formed with the...
There are few things as rewarding as helping your local community, particularly when you can be sure that your actions have altered someone else’s life for the better. The simplicity of a smile can often be enough to make another person’s day, so imagine how valuable your time would be to someone less fortunate. Indeed, there are numerous reasons why you might want to pitch in and support your local community, including the opportunities to make new friends, learn a new set of skills, and further your own career. You’ll also discover a new sense of self, and uncover a little more about...
