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New nature trail launched at Grand Western Canal

A new nature trail alongside the Grand Western Canal has been officially launched today (Tuesday 7 April).

The launch event, led by Devon County Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Biodiversity Councillor Jacqi Hodgson, took place during an Easter fun day...

£9 off discount extended by grocery delivery app

Convenience stores in Exeter are supporting their community and offering £9 off their first app order over £10* using code EXETER , and 20% off their following order with code EX20 . The code originally expired at the end of January, but Snappy Shopper have made the decision to extend the code to ensure that as many customers can take advatange of this deal during hard times.

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Changes afoot at Ferne Animal Sanctuary

For over eighty years, during which time approximately 40,000 animals have been cared for, animal welfare has been the key charitable purpose at Ferne Animal Sanctuary. Started in 1939 by the late Lady Nina Duchess of Hamilton & Brandon, other key milestones include 1965 when it became a registered charity and 1975 when the home of the sanctuary moved from Dorset to its current location...

Plans in works for East Devon's arts and culture scene

Exciting plans to grow East Devon’s arts and culture scene over the next decade will be led by a newly appointed specialist.

East Devon District Council (EDDC) revealed the news of its new cultural producer Sarah Elghady this week.

Sarah has been tasked with making the authority’s dream vision, as part of its 10-year ‘cultural strategy’ , a reality.

This includes...

Former Afghan interpreter translates skills to new city-centre shop

One of the first Afghan interpreters to leave the country with British Armed Forces has opened a shop in Plymouth City Centre – the place where he’s been made so welcome since 2014.

Aminullah (Amin) Shinwari, 34, worked on the front line in Afghanistan with our Forces and was withdrawn with them in 2014, along with his immediate family for their own safety. And he recently welcomed...

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Hats off to the Queen’s Milliner

A fascinating collection of items with a heady royal connection is to be sold in Chilcotts Auctioneers March sale.

Kate Day was making hats for Queen Elizabeth even before her coronation and continued afterwards, known as the ‘Queen’s Milliner’. Her designs were pivotal to Elizabeth’s early, elegant style and were seen at many events and royal visits. She was the only milliner to...

Bubble CiTea at Drake Circus to help raise funds for Turkey and Syria earthquake appeal

Bubble CiTea at Drake Circus has announced a new fundraising campaign in aid of those affected by the devasting earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.

From Monday 20th February, the bubble tea shop is donating 10p from each drink sold throughout this week to the Disasters Emergency Committee’s (DEC) fundraising appeal.

Customers can choose from a range of unique flavoured drinks with...

Giant projection marks launch of public information campaign tackling harassment of women in Exeter

An eye-catching giant projection appeared in Princesshay, Exeter yesterday to mark the launch of a public information campaign in the city centre.

The campaign, run by the Safer Exeter Partnership, aims to tackle harassment of women and girls in Exeter by encouraging people to intervene in a safe and skilful way, if they witness inappropriate behaviour in public places.

To...

Foot Anstey advises Quilam Capital on two investments in Raylo and Merchant Money

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP , has advised Quilam Capital , which provides financial solutions coupled with expert guidance to businesses operating in the speciality finance market, on the equity aspects of its investments in Raylo and Merchant Money.

Established in 2017, Quilam Capital supports its portfolio in accelerating business growth, accessing external funding and...

Adrian Vinken, former CEO of Theatre Royal Plymouth, receives CBE from HRH King Charles

On Tuesday 07 February in a private ceremony at Windsor Castle, former CEO of Theatre Royal Plymouth, Adrian Vinken, was presented with his CBE for services to theatre by HRH King Charles.

Adrian Vinken was the CEO of Theatre Royal Plymouth for 31 years, stepping down in January 2022, shortly after being awarded his CBE in the New Year’s Honours List. Mr Vinken was awarded an OBE in...

Devon’s Gaia Spa is named finalist in the World Spa & Wellness Awards 2023

Plymouth business recognised at worldwide spa awards

The award-winning Gaia Spa at the five-star Boringdon Hall Hotel in Plymouth are thrilled to be shortlisted as a finalist in the World Spa & Wellness Awards 2023 . The Devon-based spa and Boringdon Hall Hotel were previously crowned “Hotel Spa of the Year – Western Europe & Scandinavia” in the 2019 awards and are thrilled to be...

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