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Revealed: The top 50 things that make a house feel like home in Devon

A comfy sofa, family photos and marking children’s height on the walls have been revealed among the top things that those in Devon say make a house feel like home.

New research from leading housebuilder Redrow, which has a number of developments across the region, including Saxon Brook and St Micheal’s Meadow in Exeter, has unveiled the top 50* things that those in Devon feel are key...

Plymouth Skills Launch Pad

A successful collaboration  between Skills Launchpad Plymouth and The National Careers Service 

The National Careers Service in the Southwest has seen a remarkable success through its ongoing partnership with Skills Launchpad Plymouth, the city’s one-stop-shop for skills, training, education, careers and jobs.

This collaborative effort has proven to be a crucial resource for those seeking skills, training, and career development, as together, professionals are helping to bridge...

Plymouth showcases city’s credentials as a must-see MICE destination

Britain’s Ocean City is set to showcase its impressive credentials as a key destination for conferences, meetings and events.

The latest Meet Plymouth event will target organisations seeking a unique experience in the city rated as the ‘best place for quality of life ’in this year’s Demos-PwC Good Growth for Cities Index*

Plymouth, which scored particularly highly across...

luxury watercolour wedding stationery dog illustration

5 Reasons Pets are a Wonderful Addition to Wedding Stationery

In recent years, one delightful trend has gained popularity in the world of bespoke wedding stationery: featuring beloved pets. Wedding stationery designers have been asked to incorporate furry companions into couples' big day in wonderfully unique and creative ways. While pets may not always be able to attend the ceremony, their presence can still be felt through beautifully crafted...

£10 billion boost and 175,000 jobs as South West gears up for Clean Energy Revolution

The South West of England is set to play a major role in the Government’s mission to achieve net zero and become a clean energy superpower, according to a new Energy Prospectus.

With major clean energy projects in the pipeline, rich natural capital, and an extensive research innovation ecosystem, business leaders and politicians say the South West can have a transformative role in...

South Devon College scoop coveted Green Gown Award for Sustainability Institution of the Year

South Devon College has scooped the coveted Green Gown Award for Sustainability Institution of the Year.

The College was recognised for its "unbroken green thread"- its ambitious sustainability strategy that has woven sustainability into the hearts, minds and actions of learners and staff.

Now in its 20th year the Green Gown Awards recognise the exceptional sustainability...

Turning up the heat on men’s health with curry evenings in support of Movember

RGB Building Supplies is hosting curry evenings at local restaurants across Devon as part of its “The Best Mate Curry Date” initiative to raise awareness of men’s health. In support of the Movember movement, the evenings aim to highlight the issue of suicide rates within the construction industry, which are among the highest of any UK sector.

Between Monday 4th and Saturday 23rd...

Christmas at the Castle

Powderham Castle prepares to host a magical Christmas experience from 25th November to 31st December. The historic castle and its beautiful grounds will be transformed into a sparkling light experience, perfect for loved ones and families to get into the Christmas spirit.

Visitors will immerse themselves in the enchantment of the season, with dazzling lights illuminating the castle....

Devon Chef Takes Home Gold in ‘MasterChef’ Showdown

A talented care home chef from Devon has cooked his way to victory in not-for-profit Sanctuary Care’s annual ‘MasterChef’ competition.

Joe Fower, Assistant Chef at Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home in Ivybridge, wowed judges with his culinary skills and took home the coveted gold medal among sixteen finalists.

Going head-to-head with top chefs from over 100 care homes...

Some of the choir getting in the festive spirit ahead of this year's carol concerts

Carols in the Cathedral - with a note of history

Over two nights in December, the voices of Exeter Philharmonic Choir will be joined by well-known historian Dr Todd Gray, adding a historical note to the choir’s popular Carols in the Cathedral.

Dr Gray is compering the concerts at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th December, blending the festive music with his own reflections on Devon Christmases, past and present....

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