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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,...

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How To Install Stormwater Drainage To Prevent Flooding And Water Damage

Have you ever stepped outside after a downpour to find your lawn looking more like a lake? It's not just a soggy inconvenience; poor stormwater drainage can lead to a flooded basement, ruin your landscaping, and even damage your home's foundation. This all-too-common problem plagues many homeowners, but there's a solution that doesn't involve waiting around for a pricey landscaping crew....

A taste of Texas arrives in Devon!

One of Devons favourite campsites Lee Meadow Farm Campsite has partnered up with the cool guys at American School Bus Glamping to site a Big Yellow School Glamping Bus for 2024!

“We wanted to add another twist on our newly refurbished camping and glamping site, and ‘Texas’ from America offers just that” say campsite owners Matt and Trudi.

“We converted the School Bus with...

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Discover the Rich Flavours and Activities of Mallorca

Visitors flock to the beautiful island of Mallorca to explore its diverse offerings every summer! From scenic beaches to historic sites, there is plenty to be seen. If you’ve found yourself reading my blog post, then you are someone who wants to know more about what to do on the island.

Whether you’re a food enthusiast or an adventure seeker, Mallorca has something for everyone, let’...

Wynstream Primary School celebrates phonics results

Pupils and staff at Wynstream Primary School in Exeter, part of Education South West , are celebrating the results of their phonics tests this term.

Phonics is an effective way of teaching children to read, high quality phonics teaching improves literacy levels. The phonics screening check is a test that Year 1 pupils in England are required to take. The check confirms whether pupils...

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Arts University Plymouth Interior and Textile Design Students Transform Plymouth-based Women’s Centre

First-year BA (Hons) Interior and Textile Design students from Arts University Plymouth have provided a stunning interior makeover for Trevi’s Sunflower Women’s Centre. This initiative was part of a live brief designed to give students real-world experience and regular opportunities to engage professionally with external organisations.

42 students contributed to the success of this...

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Sign up for the first 'Heroes Hike' in Dartmoor

A former British Army Major who has battled with depression and PTSD is hoping to encourage others to join him on a 25km trek across Dartmoor.

The Heroes Hike is being held across Dartmoor National Park for the first time to raise money for veterans’ charity Help for Heroes. Rob Shenton, aged 52, has signed up for the trek beginning and ending in the market town of Okehampton, taking...

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33rd Annual Dartmoor Charity Motorcycle Run

The Exeter Classic Motorcycle’s 33rd AnnualCharity Run takes place on Sunday 28 July.

Starting from Exeter Quay, the run covers around 90 miles over Dartmoor before returning to the Quay for prize awards.

Funds raised are shared between the Lord Mayor of Exeter’s charity, which this year is FORCE Cancer charity, Okehampton Community & Recreation Association (OCRA) and...

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South Devon UTC celebrate World Wellbeing Week

South Devon UTC in Newton Abbot, part of Education South West , have been celebrating World Wellbeing Week this term, as they work towards positive emotional health and wellbeing in the whole of their college community.

The week is an annual event which provides people with an opportunity to recognise the many aspects of wellbeing, including physical, mental and emotional health....

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Celebrating 20 years of the Rowcroft Lottery – a winning streak for South Devon

Rowcroft Hospice is thrilled to announce the 20th anniversary of the Rowcroft Lottery, a milestone that marks two decades of community support and generosity. Since its inception in 2004, the Rowcroft Lottery has created over 33,000 prize winners, including over 1,000 winners of the £1,000 prize, and has raised enough funds to support thecharity’s entire Hospice at Home service for nine years...

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Dartmouth girls encouraged to consider careers in marine engineering

A group of Year 10 girls from Dartmouth Academy, part of Education South West , had an exciting day out at the South Devon College Marine Academy at Noss Marina this term.

The trip was organised by South Devon College to give the pupils a chance to learn about maritime engineering. The pupils enthusiastically participated in a range of activities centred around encouraging girls to...

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