Lifestyle

How to achieve the right work-life balance in 2026

If you’ve been feeling drained and like there aren’t enough hours in the day, you’re far from alone.

For many, juggling work demands with the rest of life is a real challenge. In fact, two-thirds of employees say they can’t fully switch off and struggle to maintain a healthy balance,...

Opticians helping the homeless in Plymouth

A MOTHER-of-two who was homeless has praised Plymouth opticians for coming to her aid when she was worried about her sight.

With one in three people who are experiencing homelessness needing glasses, staff at the Specsavers Plymouth store are keen to improve access to eyecare for those without a place to sleep or a fixed address.

The latest person to benefit is Mihaela...

Tips for separated parents planning holidays abroad

The summer holidays are an exciting time for children and adults alike. The chance to spend uninterrupted time together and create lasting memories is something to be treasured. Working out how to spend this time can be challenging if you and your partner are separated.

Here are some tips to help you plan a holiday whilst keeping your parenting arrangement as amicable as possible....

Five-star hotel Bovey Castle, is launching an Olympics-themed afternoon tea for guests

A luxury Devon hotel is ready, set, go for a colourful new culinary offering to tie in with the Olympics in Paris.

Five-star hotel Bovey Castle, in Newton Abbot, is launching an Olympics-themed afternoon tea for guests to sample during the course of the famous multi-sports event in France.

Diners can indulge in a Smoked Salmon & Sour Cream Crêpe and a Croque Monsieur, in...

The UK’s most practical self build and renovation show returns to Westpoint Exeter

Build It Live Exhibition returns to the South West

The UK’s most practical self build and renovation show returns to Westpoint Arena in Exeter on 7 and 8 September 2024.

Over the course of two days, visitors to Build It Live can meet hundreds of suppliers, sit down for one-to-one consultations with industry experts, browse thousands of products and materials, and attend informative live talks about everything from finding land to...

South Devon UTC primes young people for the world of work with Careers Day

South Devon UTC in Newton Abbot, part of Education South West , have held a Careers Day this term.

The day was a fantastic opportunity for students to broaden their knowledge on all things careers based. A carousel of activities was on offer allowing students to take part in sessions on everything from improving your CV to writing covering letters.

The young people were also...

Dartmouth Academy pupils trained as mentors by Future First

Year 7 pupils from Dartmouth Academy, part of Education South West were recently trained as mentors by Future First.

The mentor-mentee relationship is a very special one, we often think of the mentee getting all the benefits of being mentored, but this is not the case. The Future First mentoring programmes place equal emphasis on both sides of the relationship.

Year 7...

Coombeshead Academy receives Schools Games Silver Mark A

Coombeshead Academy in Newton Abbot, part of Education South West , have achieved the School Games Silver Mark Award for the 2023/24 academic year.

The School Games Mark is a Government-led award scheme launched in 2012, facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust to reward schools for their commitment to the development of competition across their school and into the community.

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Coombeshead Academy hosts local artist Alistair Lambert for sculpture workshop

Year 10 3D Art students from Coombeshead Academy in Newton Abbot, part of Education South West , have taken part in a two day artist workshop funded by The Helen Foundation this month.

The Helen Foundation is a charity to enrich the experience of young people in all branches of the arts in Teignbridge, South Devon. They subsidise arts-based workshops in schools led by professional...

Exeter students tackle Exe Valley Challenge

Students from schools across Exeter, including Isca Academy and West Exe School, both part of the Ted Wragg Trust , have taken part in the Exe Valley Challenge this month (14th July.) Isca Academy founded the Exe Valley Challenge and they still host it every year, with staff organising all the schools that participate.

The Exe Valley Challenge takes place annually and this year 97...

Allison Homes offers first-time buyers the ultimate gift with launch of deposit match scheme

Allison Homes is giving first-time buyers in Devon the ultimate gift, by launching a brand-new scheme which will see the housebuilder double homebuyers’ deposits*.

The scheme, called Friends and Family Deposit Match, will allow first-time buyers to increase their deposit after choosing their selected Allison home. If a family member or friend gifts up to five per cent of the property...

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