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Sandford Orchards launches Ben's Cider

Sandford Orchards is launching a new Vintage Straw Pressed Fine Cider (ABV 6.8%) created in collaboration with Ben Collins, formerly known as The Stig. The cider will be launched on 30th July at the first ever Bristol Cider Week.

Barny Butterfield, founder of Sandford Orchards,...

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Telly mad Plymouth watches a staggering 768 Hours of TV a year (the equivalent of 32 days) according to research

A new survey into the nation’s TV viewing habits reveals that, on average, those polled in Plymouth currently spend 16 hours of every week glued to their tellies, clocking up to 64 hours a month.

Commissioned by Samsung UK, the research shows that as many as 80 percent of those in the area surveyed said having good things to watch this January and February would help them get through...

Staying active in your home

As Lockdown across England puts an even greater emphasis on the health and wellbeing of older people in isolation, the Goldies Charity is increasing its weekly online content to include gentle chair-exercise at home.

When ‘Goldies’ were forced by Covid to cancel all their daytime sessions across England and Wales last March they then introduced online sessions through Facebook and...

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Find the Opportunity to Cultivate a Healthier Mindset

Have you ever felt like there is a low hanging cloud that follows you like a shadow? Do you go through stressful situations or feel like you are on the verge of giving up? Have you ever felt like you get annoyed when you see happy people? The main reason why most people do not get satisfied with their lives or themselves is attitude.

As the statement goes, life is too short, and it...

New Year, new fundraiser for Devon Air Ambulance

2021 is already looking brighter at Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) as new and exciting fundraising plans are already in motion.

Last year, shortly after the cancellation of many of their traditional events, the team at DAA found that lots of their supporters were still eager to help and raise as much money as they could to help bolster the charity’s loss of funds due to Covid-19....

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Leading nutritionist says ‘Happy Apple Plan’ could be the easiest way to shift those extra Covid and Christmas pounds

As we head into the New Year and those resolutions are fast upon us, health is riding high on the consumer agenda. Leading nutritionist Rob Hobson has partnered with British Apples and Pears to promote the ‘Happy Apple Plan', reaping the benefits of eating an apple before a meal as part of a healthy diet. Hobson says the ‘Happy Apple Plan’ is a simple way to lose those extra Covid and...

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Work begins on new homes in South Brent

Work has started to build 40 affordable homes in South Brent.

Leading partnerships business, Vistry Partnerships, have joined forces once again with the South West’s largest housing provider, LiveWest to tackle the region’s housing shortage with this high-quality development which will be delivered as affordable housing.

The new development will deliver 25 homes for...

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Food Drink Devon opens entries for 2021 Awards

Entries are now open for the prestigious 2021 Food Drink Devon Awards. The gold standard industry awards, which celebrate Devon’s finest food and drink, recognise the county’s most respected, influential and passionate artisan producers and establishments. The esteemed awards are open for entry until Friday 30th April 2021 and are open to both members of Food Drink Devon and non-members....

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Minor infections that are important to keep on top of

Infections account for millions of doctor’s visits each year and they’re caused when another organism enters the body which leads to disease. Infections vary in severity, but even minor infections should be taken seriously and treated as soon as possible to prevent them from becoming more serious. You can develop an infection in a number of ways, from direct contact with someone who also has...

The most profitable home improvements you can make before selling it

Selling a home can be an excellent experience for both the buyer and the seller. A seller will get a fair amount of money to invest in their new house, and a buyer can get a new home. However, a buyer will demand a tip-top house when they are buying. They will want the house to be in perfect condition and will spend no extra money on repairing the home after buying. Therefore, you have to...

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Headteacher Lee Sargeant with students from All Saints Academy

All Saints Academy joins the Ted Wragg Trust

All Saints Church of England Academy, Plymouth has become the latest school to join the Ted Wragg Trust.

It is the third Plymouth school to join the Trust, which was formed with the aim of creating an outstanding educational experience and to improve life chances for all children. The addition of All Saints Academy will strengthen the opportunities and partnerships across the Trust and...

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