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How to Plan the Perfect Cruise Holiday from Southampton

Cruising is one of those holidays that genuinely suits almost everyone. Whether you're after a slow, indulgent escape, a whistle-stop tour of European ports, or something a bit more adventurous, there's likely a cruise itinerary that fits the bill. Southampton has long been one of Britain's...

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‘Get a jab, give a jab’ initiative donates thousands to worldwide tetanus projects

Staff at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust have managed to donate £2,067 towards immunising expectant mothers and young children against tetanus.

As part of this year’s flu campaign, the Trust took part in the UNICEF initiative to ‘Get a jab, give a jab’, which encourages staff to take up the option of the free flu vaccine and, in turn, help donate towards inoculating people in...

Vue Plymouth celebrates twenty blockbusting years

Vue Plymouth has marked its 20th birthday at the Barbican Leisure Park on Thursday, celebrating two decades as part of the community with a special cake.

The 15-screen venue was first opened as part of the Barbican Leisure Park in May 1999, and has since been screening the latest film, theatre, musical performances and more for happy customers in the city. To mark the anniversary,...

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Why downsizing can give you a new lease of life

Whether your kids have flown the nest or you’re starting a new chapter in your life, downsizing may be the perfect option for you. There are all sorts of reasons why people choose to downsize from their present home, but what you may not realise is all the advantages it can bring. Here are a few reasons why downsizing can give you a new lease of life.

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Bladder and Bowel event in Plymouth

The eleventh Bladder and Bowel Event (BABE) is set to take place on Wednesday 12 June 2019. BABEs are aimed at supporting people with bladder and bowel problems and are organised by staff from our colorectal, urological and gynaecological teams.

The Colorectal, Urology and Uro-Gynaecology team The event will take place at the Future Inn, Derriford and will include various talks by...

Plymouth students in shortlist for prestigious national photography award

Four students from Plymouth are in the running to win the nation’s most prestigious student photography awards, as the shortlist has just been announced.

The awards organised by leading manufacturer of monitor solutions, EIZO, are designed to celebrate young photography and creative talent across the UK and provide a vital career kick-start to students with the right flair and...

Plympton Academy students learn poem by heart

Students at Plympton Academy have risen to the challenge of learning a poem by heart. Year 7 students were set a challenge by Plympton Stannator Natalie Harrison to learn Wordsworth’s famous poem Daffodils. Mrs Harrison then visited the school to listen to the students reciting it. She stayed to have tea with the youngsters and was presented with a bouquet of flowers. The flowers, including...

3 essential tips for opening a successful online travel business

Whether it’s an actual passion of yours or you want to capitalise on one of the world’s most lucrative industries, starting a travel business can be a great idea. However, like most great business sectors, the travel industry is very crowded and fiercely competitive. That’s why you only have a small margin for error and have to find a way to stand apart from the competition if you want to make...

Kinky Boots comes to Plymouth

Kinky Boots, the winner of every major Best Musical award, comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth from Tuesday 9 – Saturday 20 July. Kayi Ushe will play the role of Lola, Paula Lane, known for her role as Kylie Platt in Coronation Street, will play Lauren and Joel Harper-Jackson will play Charlie.

Also joining the Kinky Boots cast will be Demitri Lampra (Don), Adam Price (George) Helen...

100-year-old dragons lovingly restored for topping out ceremony at former Yealm Hotel

Simon Friend of Red Earth Developments, owner of the landmark redevelopment of The Yealm, knows a thing or two about Wyvern – a winged, two-legged Chimera dragon with a barbed tail. He commissioned local historical monuments and buildings restoration specialist, Guy Marsh based in Chulmleigh, to repair six 100-year old dragons to reinstate them on the roof in a ‘topping out’ ceremony at the...

What is conservatory roof insulation?

No matter how much you might love the idea of relaxing in your conservatory with friends, family, or even just a great book, the fact is that the average conservatory is one of the most underused rooms in any home. That’s because they are so reliant on outside factors, such as excessive weather changes or external noise. It can be hard to relax when you’re sweating in the summer, shivering in...

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