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TV Dragon Theo Paphitis has heart of gold

Retail entrepreneur Theo Paphitis has invited a designer Soula Zavacopoulos to sell her ‘Wisdom of Kids’ books in 98 Ryman stores to raise funds for BBC Children in Need.

Ryman nor Soula Zavacopoulos will make a penny from the venture – because all of the profits will go directly to the charity.

A special price of £4.99 (£2 off the normal retail price) has been set for this...

Stay safe when using portable heaters

People are playing with fire in their efforts to find cheaper heating options this winter, research by Electrical Safety First has revealed, with many unaware of the dangers that the alternatives can pose.

With concerns about rising energy prices forcing people to use portable heaters in order to warm their homes, the Charity is joining forces with Devon & Somerset & Fire...

Plymouth to host first Christmas jumper day

Plymouth will host it’s first city-wide Christmas Jumper day this year on the 29th November to raise money for local children’s charity, "Jeremiah’s Journey".

After the success of last years Christmas Jumper day, Drake Circus have joined with Plymouth’s High Street Champions (Boots, Santander and Co-op) and The City Centre Company to make the event bigger than ever.

Retail...

David Wilson Homes puts space at the heart of homes in Plymouth

Whether you are looking for your first home, moving up the housing ladder or downsizing – space is one of the key factors in any purchase.

For some people it is the kitchen which must have space, others want open plan living to entertain, families often prioritise outside space and teenagers love the idea of their own space.

Five star housebuilder David Wilson Homes has space...

Buckland Abbey Christmas Craft & Food Fair returns

Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate near Yelverton is hosting its popular Christmas craft and food fair between 10.30am and 4.30pm on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 November.

Taking place in the Abbey’s Great Barn and Small Barn, the fair will include 40 stalls of the finest crafts, food and drink from around the West Country. Over the weekend there is also festive entertainment from the...

Bowie helps composer onto awards shortlist

A Plymouth University composer has earned two award nominations for a film which reads the minds and bodies of its audience, and a series of musical pieces based on the career of David Bowie.

Dr Alexis Kirke, from the University’s Interdisciplinary Centre for Computer Music Research, has been shortlisted twice in the Installation/Exhibition/Live Event category of the 2014 Media...

Frozen on Ice comes to outdoor rink

Elsa, Anna, Kristoff and Olaf will be at the outdoor ice rink on the Piazza as local skaters perform to a number of popular songs from the Disney film Frozen.

To welcome them, Mr and Mrs Claus, along with their huskies and elves, will take to the ice at 5.30pm.

Crowds will be able to head to the Piazza and sing along as a synchronised skating team, Synchronicity, and local...

Blue return to Plymouth Pavilions

Boy band turned man band Blue have announced a UK tour and will be heading back to Plymouth Pavilions on Sunday 22 March 2015.

Lee Ryan, Antony Costa, Duncan James and Simon Webbe catapulted to fame in 2001 with their Top 5 single ‘All Rise’. The affable quartet quickly ascended to the top of the charts with three #1 albums, scored highly-respectable collaborations with Elton John and...

Disney smash Frozen comes to Plymouth

Disney's Frozen is the new Sing-a long-a must see and it will be gliding onto the Pavilions stage next year! A screening of Disney’s Frozen with lyrics on screen to help you sing along with Elsa and Anna on Thursday 28 May 2015.

Introduced by a live host who will show you how to use your interactive fun pack and judge the fancy dress competition then just sit back and 'Let it Go'! YOU...

Try school dinners during school meals week

As part of National School Meals Week, which runs from Monday 3 to Friday 7 November, Plymouth City Council is calling on all parents to encourage their children to try a school lunch for a day.

Plymouth’s Education Catering Service is nationally recognised for the quality of the food served and was the first local authority caterer in the country to be awarded the Soil Association’s...

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