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REVIEW: CLUBNIGHT PRESENTS ESCAPISM @ THE BASEMENT TORQUAY

Promoter Q and his team at CLUBNIGHT EVENTS nailed the vibe on Saturday 25th April, transforming The Basement at HQ Escape Rooms in Torquay into an intimate, euphoric throwback with their latest instalment, Escapism. This wasn’t just another night out—it felt like stepping straight into a proper old-school house party, where the energy never dipped and the crowd came ready, united by a shared...

Barne Barton's New Shared Ownership Homes Prioritise Green Spaces and Community Living

Latimer, part of Clarion Housing Group, is proud to unveil Tamar Gardens - a dynamic new collection of shared ownership homes in Plymouth that showcases progressive housebuilding and placemaking. As part of the ambitious regeneration of Barne Barton, formerly Britain’s largest naval community, the development integrates green pathways and a newly designed green street to foster a community-...

Teacher thanks Torquay pupils as she completes London Marathon

A teacher from Torquay who was inspired and supported by her school community proudly crossed the finish line of this year’s London Marathon to raise money for The Children’s Society.

Sarah Pappin completed the gruelling 26.2-mile course in an impressive three hours and forty-nine minutes on Sunday 26th April to support the charity’s work with children and young people affected by...

Is a Fully Fitted Bathroom Right for Your Home Needs?

Have you ever started thinking about upgrading your bathroom and then realised how many decisions are involved? From choosing tiles to deciding where everything should go, it can quickly feel overwhelming. This is where a fully fitted bathroom becomes a practical option. Instead of handling each part separately, everything is planned together so the space functions as a single, cohesive...

Homeowners offered speedy selling solution as Sampford Peverell development nears sell-out

WITH an award-winning development in Sampford Peverell nearing a sell-out, homeowners are being encouraged to act soon and discover how they could secure a quicker, simpler move.

Edenstone Homes is hosting a part exchange weekend at The Orchards in Sampford Peverell, where the final 10 homes are now on sale.

Taking place on Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10,...

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Training people for real life in Torbay: University Centre South Devon launches new foundation degree

Drive through Torbay on the wrong day and you’ll see it. A man sleeping rough in a doorway, a young woman waiting outside a food bank that won’t open for another hour and children who’ve grown up knowing which houses to avoid on their street.

These are some of the reasons why University Centre South Devon has spent the past year designing a new foundation degree that will train more...

Why So Many Homeowners Are Adding a Garden Room Instead of Moving House

The maths of moving house in the UK has quietly stopped working for a lot of people.

Stamp duty, estate agent fees, conveyancing, removal costs, and the difference in mortgage rates between a deal you locked in three years ago and what's on offer now. Add it all up and the cost of swapping a three-bedroom house for a four-bedroom one can easily run into five figures before you've...

Tiverton Pupil Selected for UK Physics Team to Compete at International Olympiad

A Sixth Form pupil from Blundell’s School in Tiverton has been selected as one of only five students in the UK to represent the country at the International Physics Olympiad in Colombia this summer.

Ed, 18, secured his place on Team UK after progressing through two rounds of the prestigious British Physics Olympiad and being invited to the final selection camp at the University of...

Toby’s Garden Festival Reveals Official 2026 Line-Up

Set against the stunning backdrop of Powderham Castle on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May 2026 (10am–5pm), Toby’s Garden Festival has revealed an exciting programme of expert speakers and special guests set to headline this year’s event. Building on the 2026 theme of Discovery, the festival’s expanded talks line-up promises fresh and inspiring ideas and practical takeaways for gardeners, food...

Paying By Debit Card

Cashless Entertainment in the UK

Over the last few years, paying for entertainment in the UK has changed dramatically. At concerts, cinemas, and even gaming platforms, cash is quickly disappearing. Most people are now reaching for a contactless card or their phone to pay.

The growth of cashless entertainment in the UK is mainly due to changing consumer habits. People expect faster, more convenient ways to pay....

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