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Rethinking Traditional Garden Fencing

In many British gardens, fencing is simply part of the background. It marks a boundary, keeps pets in, offers a bit of privacy from next door. Yet anyone who has replaced a fence more than once knows it’s rarely a small job. Panels loosen, posts lean, and before long the whole structure begins...

Knight Frank launches New Development on Plymouth Hoe

Developer Henley Real Estate in conjunction with Knight Frank and Charstedge is launching 1620 The Residences, a new development of 88 ocean fronting apartments on Plymouth Hoe.

Due to complete in 2020, the scheme takes its name from the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower. It will offer a selection of one, two and three bedroom apartments, each with a private balcony or...

Devon's Sci-Fi, Film & Comic Fair just keeps getting better!

At 9am on OCTOBER 7th, Plymouth Guild Hall will once again open its doors for the second instalment of DEVCON17, one of The South West’s Biggest Sci-Fi, film and family events and as usual the organisers at EVENTS FRONTIER have lots planned for their visitors with something they hope will appeal to newcomers of all ages as well as their regular fan base.

Who would have thought 17...

Awards ceremony celebrates Ivybridge Community College’s sporting prowess

Ivybridge Community College’s sporting prowess was celebrated at its 2017 Sports Awards Evening, with 197 awards going to students from Years 8 to 13.

The awards demonstrated the college’s strength-in-depth when it comes to sporting talent, with awards being collected by students who not only compete for the college, but also represent their county, region and even country at...

Know Your Normal – How Well Do We Know Our Bodies?

New research by Balance Activ reveals the need for better understanding of our bodies and works with TV’s Dr Sarah Jarvis to spread the word on what’s normal and what’s not.

Everyone remembers sitting through biology lessons at school learning about the human body, but most of us don’t learn much more about our bodies after that, unless something goes wrong. Our bodies are complex...

Plymouth College to open its doors for the morning

Interactive science displays, musical interludes, drama performances and sports demonstrations are just some of the activities on offer at the Plymouth College Open Morning this Saturday 7 October 2017.

The leading independent school opens its doors at Ford Park from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm. Visitors will have the chance to look around the school and meet some of our pupils, the Headmaster...

Shirley Valentine comes to Plymouth

Willy Russell’s heart-warming comedy Shirley Valentine premiered in 1986 and took the world by storm. In celebration of its 30th Anniversary the first major revival of this national treasure will come to Theatre Royal Plymouth Monday 16 – Saturday 21 October.

With a career spanning over four decades Willy Russell is undeniably one of the most successful playwrights of his generation....

44% of Brits over 35 experience eye strain at least once a week

Extended use of digital devices such as smartphones and electronic reading devices means eye strain is more prevalent than ever in UK adults.

New research released today has found that 44% of UK adults over 35 experience eye strain at least once a week but over half (52%) do nothing to alleviate the effects.

In addition, the research by Magnivision, which has been released...

Plymouth's own 'Double Denim' make Salute Music Makers top 100

Plymouth's own 'Double Denim' have just been chosen for the Top 100 of revolutionary music competition Salute Music Makers, in for a chance of winning £50,000 in cash and a place in the final of the Unsigned Music Awards, no strings attached.

Salute Music Makers offers musicians across the UK the opportunity to change their musical career entirely, without the unfair...

Plymouth shortlisted as one of the best places in the UK for a family city break

Britain’s Ocean City is battling the likes of London, Edinburgh and Bath to become the country’s best short break destination for families.

The city has been shortlisted in the Family Traveller Magazine Awards and is up against competition from some of the UK’s top holiday destinations.

Plymouth’s application outlined the city’s atmospheric and beautiful Waterfront, the...

The Benefits of Visiting a Hotel Spa

If you lead a busy life in which you juggle family and work, you are not alone. Daily life can be very stressful. A great way to relax and get rid of stress is by visiting a hotel spa. Staying at a hotel spa is a wonderful way to get away from it all and there are even some health benefits they can provide. Today, we are going to learn some benefits of visiting a hotel spa.

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