Lifestyle

Practical Health Tips Every Man Should Make Part of His Routine

Men’s health is often discussed in terms of major lifestyle changes, from intensive exercise programmes to restrictive diets. In reality, some of the most useful ways to protect health are considerably simpler.

Staying active, maintaining muscle, eating well and getting enough sleep...

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Santa Slide raises in excess of £17,000 for Derriford Children’s Wards

The Plymouth Hospitals Charity Santa Slide zip wire event has raised in excess of £17,000 for Derriford Children’s Wards.

Over 100 people braved England’s longest zip wire over the Eden project dressed in santa outfits on the weekend of 3 and 4 December.

Thanks to the brave, festive fundraising efforts of willing zip wire flyers, a total of over £17,000 will go towards...

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Public urged to take steps to prevent spread of winter illnesses

Cases of winter illnesses like covid-19, flu and norovirus are rising in the South West and people are urged to take steps to prevent the spread

NHS Devon is reminding people to stay safe and well this winter by wearing a face mask in healthcare settings, washing their hands regularly and practicing social distancing whenever they can.

Darryn Allcorn, Chief Nurse at NHS Devon said: “...

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Venus Company gets the green light for extensive renovations at Broadsands

The Venus Company with a turnover of £2 – 3 m announces its planning application for ambitious plans to revamp the Broadsands Venus beach cafe in Paignton has been approved by Torbay Council. The multi-international award-winning business submitted images and drawings to Torbay Council together with a planning application for renovations to revamp the latest beach café in the company’s...

Top Tips on Taking Your Dog Away with You This Christmas

Every dog deserves their pawfect holiday made easier with these top tips

With the festive season nearing and many looking to take advantage of the time off with a staycation, dog owners may feel the need to put their dogs in kennels, however for many of us, our dogs are part of the family, so why not take them with you to join in on the fun?

There are plenty of dog friendly...

Leading housebuilder donates Christmas turkeys to Plymouth Foodbank

A leading housebuilder has supported local families this Christmas after donating a number of turkeys to the Plymouth Foodbank.

The charity visited Persimmon Homes’ head office in Derriford on Thursday to collect six turkeys which will be used to supply local families in the City with a hot Christmas-day meal.

Plymouth Foodbank is part of a nationwide network supported by...

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Life In Retirement: How To Take Care Of Your Health As You Get Older

As you age, you might need to deal with health problems you haven’t experienced before. Your joints might feel a little stiff, and you might not be as mobile as you used to be. You may also lose some strength and find it more difficult to remember small details. If you’d like to boost your health and indulge in your favourite activities for as long as possible, you need to take steps that...

Work commences at Hoburne Devon Bay’s million-pound winter development

A popular family-run holiday park in the English Riviera has begun work to extend its provision and provide space for an additional 29 new pitches on its land.

After a significant year of growth following the pandemic and the rising demand for holiday home ownership in the south west, Hoburne Devon Bay holiday park has made a substantial investment to increase its holiday home...

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New charity fundraising group lifts hearts and raises smiles

A new community group, launched at the beginning of October to support worthy causes in the Plymouth area, raised £2,415 in its first two months and has gifted the money to a dementia care home in St Budeaux.

Hearts and Smiles Together is a group of seven friends who collect donations and sell items for a reasonable price via Facebook. All members have been involved in fundraising in...

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How to Make Your Home Cosy This Winter

While it might feel like everyone has been in the midst of winter for months, there is still a significant amount of time left where it is likely to feel chill. What is worse is that everything feels a little blander after Christmas, yet many are still faced with very dark nights and mornings and frosty fingertips when they step out of the door.

Without the Christmas spirit keeping...

Sandridge Barton’s Dart Valley Reserve 2021 Recognised in West of England Wine Competition

One of the region’s leading vineyards, Sandridge Barton, the home of Sharpham Wine, has taken home a prestigious award for its white wine in a major competition. ‘ Dart Valley Reserve 2021 ’ was voted the region’s 'Best Dry White Wine' at the WineGB West Awards.

However, it didn’t have to go very far - because this year’s awards were judged at the winery’s very own new visitor centre...

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