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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...

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Andrew Logan sculpture comes to Buckland Abbey

An exhibition of contemporary art by the renowned sculptor Andrew Logan will open on Saturday 1 July at the National Trust’s Buckland Abbey in Devon.

The Art of Reflection, Andrew Logan at Buckland Abbey interprets the history and spirit of the abbey in 18 Logan sculptures, placed in 13 selected locations throughout the house and gardens, including the Great Barn, Kitchen Garden and...

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Jersey Boys head to Plymouth

The producers of award-winning West End and Broadway smash-hit musical Jersey Boys are delighted to announce the show is coming to Theatre Royal Plymouth Tuesday 17 – Saturday 28 April 2018.

Jersey Boys first opened in London at the Prince Edward Theatre on 18 March 2008 and moved to the Piccadilly Theatre in March 2014. The Olivier Award-winning West End production closed on Sunday 26...

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Fun family beach festival promotes serious environmental message

The Venus Company’s first ever beach music festival will take place at Blackpool Sands on Saturday 8th July and, in line with The Venus Company’s strong commitment to the environment, the theme for the festival is ‘Loving the Beach’.

Michael Smith, co-owner of The Venus Company explains: “Our mission is to be the greenest café and shop operator and we are always looking for ways to...

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Year 11 prom at Plympton Academy

Plympton Academy's Year 11 students saw the year out in style with the prom at Boringdon Golf Club. They arrived looking exquisite in a variety of stunning gowns and sharp suits. The evening started with a group photo on the green and moved into the venue where a tasty buffet was enjoyed alongside a beautifully presented souvenir cupcake to celebrate the occasion.

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War Horse Event with Michael Morpurgo at Pentillie Castle

On Sunday 2nd July Michael Morpurgo will be telling the powerful and deeply moving story of War Horse accompanied by the highly acclaimed and former War Horse National Theatre songman, Ben Murray atPentillie Castle in Cornwall.

War Horse Only Remembered is a Story Concert of songs and readings retelling the well-known and much loved story of War Horse. Songs were specially composed by...

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MRI Play Scanner helps to alleviate stress for children

Going into hospital can be very daunting, especially for children. Thanks to the Charitable Funds Committee, a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) play scanner is now available on Derriford Hospital's children’s wards, to prepare children for their MRI scans in a far less daunting environment.

Located on the children’s wards on level 12, the play scanner is used by our Play Specialist...

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Lockdown returns to Powderham Castle

Lockdown returns to Powderham Castle Lockdown, the South-West’s biggest dance music festival, will return to the magnificent Powderham Castle, near Exeter on the weekend of 1-3 September 2017.

Acts already confirmed:

DIZZEE RASCAL CHASE & STATUS (DJ) (SEE WEBSITE FOR THIRD HEADLINER) WILEY GIGGS WILKINSON (DJ) SIGMA DJ GORGON CITY (DJ) BASEMENT JAXX (DJ) AJ TRACEY BECKY...

Top prize for Plymouth art student

Devon Artist Network (DAN) is proud to announce the Jane Pine as the winner of a brand new annual award “The Devon Artist Network Student Award for Excellence in Painting, Drawing & Printmaking,” awarded to a student in their final year of the Plymouth College of Arts BA (hons) Painting, Drawing & Printmaking course, who in the view of the judging panel, has demonstrated excellence in...

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Liz McClarnon and Louis Emerick join the cast of Elf: The Musical for its Christmas 2017 season

Further casting has been confirmed for Elf: The Musical which heads to Theatre Royal Plymouth and The Lowry, Salford for a limited run this winter.

Liverpudlian chart topper Liz McClarnon will star in the production as 'Jovie' and much loved British TV actor Louis Emerick will take on the role of ‘Santa Claus’. They will appear alongside previously announced Ben Forster as 'Buddy', Joe...

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Argos releases top toy predictions for Christmas 2017

Memorable childhood gifts including dolls and LEGO, as well as the latest tech driven toys, look set to dominate Christmas wish lists this year, according to leading UK toy retailer, Argos. It has today released its predictions for the toys that will feature in letters to Santa across the country this year. They are:

Luvabella LEGO Friends Sunshine Catamaran Airhogs DR1 Official Race...

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