Lifestyle

When kids go home, adults Go Ape this summer!

Go Ape Haldon are launching adults-only sessions for the first time this summer. So you can swear up a storm all the way down the zipline guilt free (guessing that happens a lot).

Landing just in time for VAT Summer, where you can save 15% across Go Ape locations until 1st September...

Will Jordan (centre) receives MAT Excellence Award for IMP Software.

IMP Planner named Product of the Year at MAT Excellence Awards 2026

IMP Planner , the flagship budgeting, forecasting and reporting platform for multi-academy trusts (MATs) from Exeter-based IMP Software , has won the Product of the Year award at the prestigious national MAT Excellence Awards 2026 .

The awards, which give school trusts and organisations supporting the MAT sector the opportunity to celebrate their achievements and recognise...

Courageous local teenager to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Rowcroft Hospice challenge

Andrew Morgan, a 15-year-old from Babbacombe, is preparing for the adventure of a lifetime as he joins a Rowcroft Hospice fundraising expedition to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania this September.

Andrew will take on Africa’s highest peak alongside his mum Louise and dad Dan, with the family aiming to raise an incredible £5,000 for Rowcroft. The family is already around halfway to...

Why Nutrition Planning Goes Deeper Than Calorie Counting for Sustainable Weight Loss

Eat less, move more. It seems simple enough, and for some people in some situations, it's a good starting point. But for many people who are truly making the effort, it just isn't enough, and not because they aren't trying hard enough, but because weight management is much more complicated than that simple energy equation. For example, Envigore nutrition planning is based on a more complete...

Why Hiring a DJ Removes Stress for Birthday Party Hosts

There’s a big difference between attending a great birthday party and being the person responsible for making one happen.

As a guest, you notice the food, the music, the atmosphere, and whether the room feels flat or full of life. As the host, you’re juggling a hundred invisible details at once: arrivals, late guests, timing, family dynamics, drinks, speeches, cake, and the quiet...

Why Firework Display Packs Are Becoming the Go-To Choice for Home Celebrations

Not long ago, a home fireworks display usually meant buying a handful of individual items, hoping they worked well together, and improvising the rest on the night. Sometimes that created a pleasant surprise. Just as often, it led to awkward gaps, mismatched effects, or a finale that felt strangely underwhelming.

That’s changing. More households are now opting for curated firework...

How to Find a Plus Size Renaissance Dress That Matches Your Character

Finding a Renaissance dress is one thing. Finding one that actually feels like your character is another.

That distinction matters more than people think. A good costume can check the obvious boxes: full skirt, laced bodice, flowing sleeves, period-inspired details. But the right dress does something more specific. It tells a story before you say a word. Whether you’re dressing for a...

Hounds of Love Bring the Magic of Kate Bush to Torquay's Babbacombe Theatre this July

Fans of legendary singer-songwriter Kate Bush are set for an unforgettable evening as Hounds of Love arrive at Babbacombe Theatre on Sunday 26th July. Hounds of Love is a seven-piece live band made up entirely of devoted Kate Bush fans, united by a passion for recreating the atmosphere, artistry and theatricality of one of Britain’s most iconic performers. The show celebrates Kate Bush’s...

6 Best Holiday Parks in Devon (2026)

Devon is one of the UK's most popular family holiday spots, and it's easy to see why. With its golden beaches, rolling countryside, dramatic coastlines, and charming seaside towns, the county is packed with brilliant holiday parks that cater to families of all sizes.

Whether you're after splash-filled pool days, coastal walks, or activity-packed resorts, this list rounds up the six...

How Parents Decide Between Multiple Private Paediatric Options in London

For many London parents, choosing private paediatric care is less about finding a “best” clinic and more about finding the right fit at the right moment. A child with recurring chest infections, a baby struggling with feeding, or a teenager with persistent fatigue can all prompt the same question: should we stay entirely within the NHS pathway, or look at private care as well?

In a...

The Subtle Life Changes That Begin the Moment You Start Aligners or Braces

Starting orthodontic treatment is easy to frame as a purely cosmetic decision. Straighter teeth, a better bite, a more balanced smile. That’s the headline version. But ask anyone who has actually begun treatment with aligners or braces, and they’ll usually tell you the same thing: the real changes start much earlier, and they’re often smaller, stranger, and more interesting than expected....

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