The UK's fifth largest housebuilder has credited the Government's Help to Buy scheme with a sharp rise in enquiries.
Linden Homes said the 27 per cent year-on-year uplift during February to April included a variety of first-time buyers and second-steppers.
And the introduction of the scheme is expected to boost sales at a new housing development near Exeter which has already been exceeding expectations, with a surge in reservations for affordable homes at Cranbrook.
Westbury Homes has sold 15 properties at Otter Way in the new community in East Devon since it opened...
Stephens Scown LLP has announced five senior promotions of solicitors to Associate status.
The Dispute Resolution team benefits from the promotion of Catherine Brealey and Michael Davies. Catherine qualified as a solicitor in 2008 after training with Stephens Scown. She has a particular interest in property related disputes. Catherine grew up in Cornwall and gained a degree in Law from Exeter University. Exeter based Michael joined Stephens Scown in 2011 having worked for leading commercial firms in Manchester and Cardiff. He advises a broad range of clients - including a...
The centenary of a historic women’s rights march from Land’s End to London will be celebrated through June and July by an ambitious project called Dreadnought South West, which will feature a touring production of a new play, Oxygen, by Exeter-based playwright Natalie McGrath, as well as a series of responding arts and heritage events and commemorative land journeys. The project has been made possible through generous public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England, as well as support from Exeter City Council.
The national summer Drink Drive campaign is being launched on 1 June and Devon and Cornwall Police are again supporting this initiative.
The primary aim of the campaign is to reduce the number of injuries on the roads where drink or drugs is a factor. The campaign runs from Saturday 1 June to Sunday 30 June.
Whilst the enforcement of drink/drug driving is a 24/7 focus for the police, this campaign is intended to raise awareness of the consequences and deter motorists from getting behind the wheel if they are impaired. The advice has always been “Don’t Drink and Drive”...
Crealy Meadows Caravan and Camping Park in the heart of the Devon countryside offers the ultimate five-star ‘glamping’ experience with all the family! Choose between a luxury themed Safari Tent or Medieval Pavilion and have a magical break inspired by the great outdoors.
The stylish Safari Tents offer a truly unique experience, where you will feel like you have been whisked away to an African adventure or you can join the legends of Merlin, King Arthur and Sir Lancelot in one of the Medieval Pavilions. You will find everything you need including a fully fitted country style kitchen...
A £200,000 cash boost to help the new University Technical College find a home in Newton Abbot was agreed today by Devon County Council’s Cabinet.
The capital grant will support the UTC in winning funds from other partners to secure its preferred site.
The £9.7 million college will offer a new way of learning for up to 600 young people aged 14 to 18.
It will focus on engineering, water and the environment and already has the backing of a number of local businesses including Centrax, South Devon link road contractors Galliford Try and South West Water.
Occupying an outstanding position with commanding panoramic views over its parkland, the surrounding countryside and along the Exe Estuary, Mamhead House is quite simply breathtaking. A Grade I late Georgian house offered for sale through Strutt & Parker for offers in excess of £8,000,000, the property is located in a tranquil position along the East Devon coastline, but with easy access to the M5 motorway and Exeter Airport.
Mamhead House has a fascinating history and there has been a house on this site for many centuries. Mamhead is mentioned in the Domesday Book and the...
People employed through an Exeter recruitment firm are being offered the opportunity to take part in an innovative new campaign.
Recruitment Solutions Managing Director Steve Williams has developed a way of rewarding workers and helping to solve a looming problem in the transport and logistics sector at the same time.
European legislation states all professional LGV drivers must complete CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) training, which can cost the individual hundreds of pounds.
Drivers, along with their employers, will be liable for fines if they are...
For many of you, this month is preparation for next month's festivities - a month filled with excitement and possibility. Maybe you are attending your prom and are dreaming of a spot-free month during one of the most stressful months of your life. The problem is, relying on toothpaste to dab on spots for a last-minute miracle is a disaster waiting to happen. Believe it or not, your problem might not be too much salt or chocolate after all—it may simply be a matter of clogged pores, bacteria and stressed skin. Lucky for you, Purity Boutique Spa are presenting their Skin Angels who will...
