Devon

Guide to Buying a BMW: A Roadmap to Your Dream Car

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 12/19/2024 - 12:48pm

Owning ‘The Ultimate Driving Machine’ is a dream for many car enthusiasts. For decades, BMW has represented the pinnacle of cutting-edge engineering, refinement, and performance. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced driver looking to upgrade, purchasing a BMW is an investment in both quality and style.

This article will walk you through the key factors to consider when buying a BMW, ensuring you make an informed decision that perfectly matches your lifestyle and preferences.

Understand the BMW lineup

BMW offers a wide range of vehicles, from...

Hospiscare Men's Walk 2025

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Thu, 12/19/2024 - 2:15am

Join us on Saturday, March 15th, for a scenic seven-mile walk starting and finishing at Exeter’s Double Locks.

Along the way, you’ll enjoy a fun and rewarding experience, complete with a well-earned pint, a hot pasty, and the chance to watch the Wales vs. England Six Nations game on the big screen when you return!

Over the years, Men’s Walk has raised an amazing £935,000 to support Hospiscare. This year, we’re aiming to break the £1 million milestone, helping to provide expert care for local people facing terminal illness and their families.

Don’t miss the...

Brushing Up on Inclusion: St James School Unveils New Diversity Mural

St James School , part of the Ted Wragg Trust , has unveiled a new diversity mural this term.

The mural was designed and created by Pete the Poet after the school asked him to come up with something that celebrated diversity, as well as acting as a learning tool.

Much of Pete the Poet’s work involves helping individuals learn, grow and develop. He has been nominated by Somerset National Education Union for the prestigious Blair Peach Award for his work in promoting the values of race equality in schools and colleges.

Pete spent three days at St James working on...

Holiday Park near Exeter gets £3 million upgrade in 2025

Authored by tomdummer
Posted: Tue, 12/17/2024 - 9:00am

Demand for luxury caravan holidays has risen by 77% in the past five years and now Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks plan to cater for this fast-growing market with the launch of Emerald caravans, just part of a £3 million investment in 2025 , following a similar input this year.

The new caravans, located in prime spots with stunning views, will offer at least 15% more living space and feature fully-furnished interiors, high-quality kitchens with dishwashers, spacious living areas with large TVs and DVD players, and private decking with outdoor furniture and gas barbecues. Further...

Saltmine Theatre Trust Perform Faith Based Show on Violence for Exeter Students

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/10/2024 - 9:02pm

St Luke’s Church of England School and St James School, both part of the Ted Wragg Trust, as well as St Peter's Church of England Aided School, have had a visit from the Saltmine Theatre Trust this term.

Since 1990 the Saltmine Theatre Trust has been dedicated to transforming lives through the power of theatre, offering professional, thought-provoking performances and workshops that leave a lasting impact reaching over 70,000 people a year.

Inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus, their theatre is faith motivated. A team of five came along from the trust to perform ‘...

Devon & Cornwall Police and regional police partners crack down on County Lines

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 12/06/2024 - 10:53pm

Last week (25 November – 1 December 2024) police forces across the country took part in a week of intensified activity to detect and disrupt County Lines activity which brings violence and exploitation to the south west. County Lines is the term used to describe drug dealing where mobile phones are used to supply drugs, typically from large cities to towns and rural areas. County Lines are run by ‘Line Holders’ and the runners, often vulnerable people, deliver the drugs. The runners are often children being exploited and may possess knives or other weapons.

The national County...

Wealth management company celebrates its move to prestigious new offices in style!

Well-respected wealth management company Prydis has moved from Exeter City Centre to the beautiful grounds of Winslade Park at Clyst St Mary.

The newly built offices at Clyst House with an impressive footprint of 6,200 square feet set in stunning grounds, are now home to 60 staff members from the Wealth and Accounts teams.

In addition, the company also has offices in Newquay, Liskeard, and Edinburgh. Its total turnover of all subsidiaries and connect companies is just under £12m.

Prydis has two lines of business: Business Services (Accounts, Audit, Tax and...

Duran Duran to headline at Powderham Castle Concert

Legendary British band Duran Duran are set to electrify the stage at Powderham Castle on Thursday, 3rd July 2025 , for an unforgettable night of live music. This highly anticipated performance is one of only two UK headline shows for the band next year, making it a truly unmissable event.

The multi-award-winning group, celebrated for their timeless hits, will headline Powderham Presents , a brand-new music festival bringing world-class acts to the heart of Devon. Joining them are Nile Rodgers & CHIC , the disco legends behind chart-topping anthems like Le Freak and Good Times...

Exeter & Devon Crematorium Hosts Community Christmas Service

Exeter & Devon Crematorium invites the local community to its annual Christmas Memorial Service, providing a reflective space to remember loved ones during the festive season.

The service will be held at the crematorium’s chapel on Wednesday, 18 December, at 7 p.m. The evening will be led by a local celebrant and will feature heartfelt readings, traditional carols, and moments of quiet reflection.

Attendees will be able to dedicate a personalised star in memory of a loved one, which will be placed on the crematorium’s memorial tree. This collective tribute, displayed...

Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen to open in Exeter

Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen – one of the UK's leading premium sports bar brands – has secured £6m of new funding from HSBC UK to grow its portfolio by five additional sites, with the first of these set to open in November, in the Guildhall Shopping Centre in Exeter. It will become the second Ludo location in the South West, following the opening of Ludo, Bath in May 2023.

Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen – the joint venture between St Austell Brewery and Ed Martin and the senior team at ETM Group – is known for its premium sports viewing experience. The opening of Ludo, Exeter...

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