Exeter

Build It Live Exhibition returns to the South West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 07/13/2024 - 10:39pm

The UK’s most practical self build and renovation show returns to Westpoint Arena in Exeter on 7 and 8 September 2024.

Over the course of two days, visitors to Build It Live can meet hundreds of suppliers, sit down for one-to-one consultations with industry experts, browse thousands of products and materials, and attend informative live talks about everything from finding land to designing your own home and gaining planning consent.

The shows are ideal for anyone planning a self build, renovating a property or looking to add space, light and value to a current home....

Darts Farm's flagship restaurant rated outstanding by Trencherman's Guide

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 07/13/2024 - 9:41pm

Darts Farm is delighted to announce that its flagship restaurant, The Farm Table has just been awarded ‘higher member’ status by The Trencherman’s Guide, following their first visit. This fantastic accolade, which is only given to restaurants scoring over 87%, follows hot on the heels of an AA Rosette, which was awarded at the end of last year.

Michael Dart, who runs Darts Farm alongside his two brothers, James and Paul, comments: “We are absolutely thrilled with the review that The Farm Table has received from The Trencherman’s Guide. To be featured in the guide is one thing,...

Boxway packaging group secures coveted five star best practice H&S accreditation from the sheet plant association

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 07/13/2024 - 9:33pm

BoxWay Packaging Group, the innovative, customer-focussed, design-led corrugated cardboard packaging business, is celebrating its achievement of a Five Star Best Practice Accreditation in the area of Health & Safety awarded at the Sheet Plant Association’s 109 th Conference Event.

Innovative BoxWay Packaging Group Limited has secured the prestigious Certificate of Five Star Accreditation following an annual audit at its Exeter, Devon, site for its adherence to agreed best practice in the area of Health & Safety. The business received this recognition at the Sheet Plant...

Old Mill announces new look Board of Directors

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 07/10/2024 - 2:07pm

Financial experts Old Mill has a new look Board of Directors to steer the company towards future growth and success.

The six-strong Board brings a wealth of experience and expertise, and includes newly appointed CEO Mark Neath, and the firm’s new Managing Director Jolyon Stonehouse.

Mark has been with Old Mill for 18 years and has 25 years’ experience as a qualified Chartered Accountant. In his role of CEO, he is responsible for the firm’s longer-term culture, people and growth plans, and will lead the company forward, driving its vision and strategic direction....

Exeter care home embraces flower power

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 07/10/2024 - 1:52pm

Residents at Cumberland Grange in Exeter celebrated British Flowers Week which took place from 03-09 June. Founded by New Covent Garden Market in 2013, British Flowers Week is an annual celebration of the wealth and variety of British flowers, plants and foliage.

Residents took part in their favourite flower-based activity which was a wonderful flower arranging session which everyone really enjoyed. Their collective knowledge about flowers gained from years of gardening experience was very impressive. Residents then proudly dotted their beautifully arranged flowers around the...

McDonald's in Exeter teams up with CEDA to renovate garden

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Tue, 07/09/2024 - 9:58am
  1. McDonald’s Franchisee, David Shawyer, has partnered with local Exeter charity CEDA to help renovate and tidy up their garden space.

Joined by a crew of nine volunteers from his Exeter McDonald’s restaurants, David Shawyer and his team refreshed the communal area by jet-washing the patio, rebuilding the fencing and storage shed, painting and decorating, installing new seating, and rejuvenating the garden by weeding, and adding new plants and flowers that can be enjoyed throughout the year.

CEDA is an Exeter-based charity which provides learning and social...

£1.7 million for new network to improve lives of people affected by dementia

Funding of more than £1.7million will enable researchers at the University of Exeter to set up and lead a new national Dementia Network Plus – one of only four in the country.

The new network will aim to reduce dementia risk and improve people’s experience of living with dementia by supporting new projects and engaging with communities, with hubs in Wales, Scotland and England.

A Dementia Network Plus is a strategic investment by the Economic Social research Council (ESRC), the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and Alzheimer’s Society. The new...

Exeter’s Tyler Grange named SME Employer of the Year at InsideOut Awards 2024

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 07/08/2024 - 5:00pm

Exeter-based B Corp four-day week environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has just been named SME Employer of the Year at the InsideOut Awards.

The prestigious annual awards - powered by the InsideOut LeaderBoard® charity and Wellbeing@Work Summits - recognises and celebrates excellence in promoting mental health, wellness, and overall wellbeing.

The accolade was awarded to Tyler Grange as the UK SME that the judging panel - comprising a broad spectrum of industry experts - believed to have implemented the best mental health and wellbeing programme over the last 12 months...

Tech Clasher: Where Technology Meets Insight

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Mon, 07/08/2024 - 10:58am

In today's fast-paced world, staying abreast of the latest technological advancements isn't just beneficial—it's essential. With innovations shaping our lives daily, having a reliable source for insights and updates becomes invaluable. Enter Tech Clasher, your ultimate destination for all things tech-related, alongside ztec100.com tech health and insurance .

A Comprehensive Resource

Tech Clasher isn't your average tech blog; it's a comprehensive platform catering to tech enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Whether you're curious about the latest smartphone releases,...

How To Fix A Leaking Tap: A Homeowner’s Guide

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 07/08/2024 - 10:53am

Addressing a leaking tap is a frequent and irritating problem for many homeowners. It often occurs in either the kitchen or bathroom. By gaining a clear understanding of how your tap functions and taking steps to fix the issue yourself, you can transform what seems like a nuisance into a satisfying and beneficial DIY project. This approach can help resolve the immediate problem and enhance home maintenance skills.

Read on to learn how to fix a leaking tap.

Understanding The Causes Of Tap Leaks

Before attempting to repair a leaking tap, it’s essential to identify the root...

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