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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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Cinema one of the most popular activities for SW families

Ahead of all the great family films coming to screens this summer, Vue Entertainment asked the public about their perfect day out with the family.

Unsurprisingly some of the nation’s favourite activities include a day at the beach and the park with their loved ones.

However, 60% of parents in the South West would choose a trip to the cinema with their family over going to the...

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Performers announced for River Cottage's Summer Shindig

Live music, food and family fun is on the menu at River Cottage Plymouth Canteen’s Bank Holiday Shindig on Sunday 28 August.

Kicking off at 6pm there will be live music from The Old Gaffers who will be performing sea shanties to get the evening off to a toe-tapping start plus Dumbo’s Feather. The canteen chefs will be cooking up a storm on the BBQ using the best seasonal, local...

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How to make holiday travel part of your home school curriculum

According to government policy, parents are allowed to home school their children five years old and above but there are certain requirements which must be met. If you are thinking of home schooling your children, you can get information from your local council but you should also write to your head teacher if and when you make the decision to take your child out of their school. In any case,...

Pin-prick meningitis test could be available within five years

A test has been developed that could help to diagnose bacterial infections, including meningitis in minutes. If made available through the NHS, this test would significantly reduce the time taken to diagnose the disease and minimise the risk of misdiagnosis.

The new test, developed by a team at Imperial College London, is a major breakthrough in the rapid diagnosis of meningitis and...

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Step back in time at Buckland Abbey

National Trust’s Buckland Abbey is offering a glimpse into what life was like during the Middle Ages this bank holiday, as the Abbey will be heading back in-time to 1481.

On Saturday 27 – Monday 29 August, the Medieval Free Company will be setting up camp within the grounds of the National Trust estate near Yelverton. They will give passers-by the opportunity to discover the medieval...

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Geraud’s Urban Beach brings International delights to Plymouth Piazza

Geraud’s Urban Beach brings International delights to Plymouth Piazza on Wednesday 24 August

The International Street Market which has swept Scandinavia with a feast of foodie fun is on its way to Plymouth with its biggest offering yet, Geraud’s Urban Beach. Around 25 traders will be setting out their wares on the Piazza, but not in the usual fashion – stalls will be replaced with...

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Work starts on Veterans’ Self-Build project in Plymouth

Planning permission was granted in April 2016 for the new development of 24 affordable homes on the site of the former St George’s Day Centre at George Place, Millbay. Interserve, the International Support Services and Construction Group, with a local office in Plymouth, have been appointed as main contractor and work is now underway. The affordable housing development will include 12 self-build...

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Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons

The average person will speak 123,205,750 words in a lifetime. But what if there were a limit? Oliver and Bernadette are about to find out.

Walrus’ Theatre award winning show, fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons is coming to Theatre Royal Plymouth Monday 6 – Saturday 10 September.

This two-person show imagines a world where we’re...

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How to meet singles in Plymouth

Plymouth is a very exciting place to be when you’re single. Aside from joining a dating agency , there are plenty of ways to meet singles here and each one of them is very thrilling. You can also find great places to visit on your dates. Before you start dating, however, we’re going to review some of the best ways to meet singles in this lovely city.

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Great Taste awards success for Luscombe Drinks

This year’s highly anticipated Great Taste award winners have just been announced and Buckfastleigh-based Luscombe Drinks is once again celebrating success. Winning a total of 11 stars at the coveted nationwide awards, which are credited as the world’s largest and most trusted food and drink awards, Luscombe Drinks has now won 58 stars since 2003.

Luscombe Drinks’ Mostly Devon Apple...

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