Local News

Dinosaur World Live roars into Plymouth for the Easter holidays 

Direct from London’s West End, Dinosaur World Live , the interactive children’s theatre show that brings dinosaurs to life on stage, is back for a 2022 UK Tour, which includes dates at Theatre Royal Plymouth (9–11 April 2023).

Using stunning puppetry to bring remarkably life-like dinosaurs to the stage, Dinosaur World Live presents a host of impressive pre-historic creatures...

Devon CPRE’s annual Best Churchyard Competition opens for entry!

The Devon branch of the countryside charity is once again on the lookout for award-worthy churchyards across the county. Since Devon CPRE launched its Best Churchyard Competition six years ago, the charity has come across inspiring stories of communities pulling together to make the most of the green spaces around their churches and chapels.

Last year’s winner, All Saints in Kenton,...

Housing association increases number of women in trades

A housing association has boosted the number of female trades in its workforce as part of a campaign designed to attract more women into practical careers.

LiveWest appointed 26 apprentices, trainees and improvers last year and seven of those were female which represents 27% of the new arrivals.

It means the social housing provider now has 16 females working across its 420-...

South West Coast Path - Coast Path Connectors Project to launch in Torbay

The South West Coast Path Association’s Coast Path Connectors Project will be getting people walking the coast in Torbay this Spring.

Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the South West Coast Path Association, the charity that promotes and protects the 630-mile National Trail, is launching an exciting new Coast Path Connectors project that aims to open up...

The Bucket & Spade Café Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award

Devon based Café, The Bucket & Spade, has been awarded a Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award. The award celebrates businesses that have received great traveller reviews from diners around the globe on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months. As challenging as the past year was, The Bucket & Spade Café stood out by consistently delivering positive experiences to visitors. This Spring, the...

National Apprenticeships Week - Don’t Miss Out on a Trick

Thousands of employers are safeguarding their businesses through clear skills agendas and Apprenticeships. Read on to find out why you should consider the same for your business, writes City College Plymouth.

Log on to any news or business site and there is a strong possibility you will encounter the R word: recession. Whilst there is still some uncertainty as to whether the UK will...

Martin Bennett Apprentice at South Devon College

Apprenticeships: Former Tax Inspector Trades Spreadsheets for Skiing

A former tax inspector who thought he was too old to study an apprenticeship has swapped spreadsheets for skiing, accounts for archery and computers for caving.

54 year old Martin Bennett worked in the Civil Service for 30 years before leaving London for Somerset after he was made redundant.

“I saw the advert for the Outdoor Instructor apprenticeship through South Devon...

Exeter recycling scheme reaches major £10k milestone

Exeter City Football Club (ECFC) and Exeter City Council’s innovative recycling scheme, Cans4City, has reached a major milestone.

The scheme, which encourages Exeter football fans to recycle used drink cans whilst also raising money for charity, has now raised more than £10,000 with all funds raised going towards projects and initiatives run both by the football club and its partner...

Foot Anstey Legal Director appointed as Chair at STEP

Emma Facey, Legal Director at national law firm Foot Anstey LLP , has been appointed as Chair of England & Wales Regional Committee at STEP , the global professional body comprising of lawyers, accountants, trustees and other practitioners that help families plan for the future.

STEP's mission is to inspire confidence in families planning their assets across generations by setting...

Drake Circus set to welcome new Levi's store

Iconic clothing brand Levi’s is set to open its first standalone store in Plymouth at Drake Circus.

The brand-new store will be located on the centre’s Upper Mall between Footasylum and Tommy Hilfiger and will offer shoppers a wide range of Levi’s clothing and accessories, including its famous 501® Original jeans, denim jackets and much more.

Greg Lumley, centre director at...

Family Law Company - Specialists have an advantage, the same is true in family law.