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Collection of beautiful Asian art to feature in Chilcotts April auction

A splendid collection of Asian ceramics, furniture and paintings from China and Japan will go under the hammer at Chilcotts Auctioneers on April 13.

The Damien Parsons Collection was...

The essential role of robot covers in enhancing durability and efficiency of robots

The adoption of robot covers in modern manufacturing facilities is becoming increasingly vital as the trend towards robotization and automation accelerates globally. Robot covers are essential...

New Exhibition opens at A la Ronde

A new exhibition is opening at A la Ronde, near Exmouth in Devon, focused on the information and discoveries brought to light by a recent major conservation project.

The exhibition...

Residents urged to verify changes in Single Person Discount Status

East Devon District Council (EDDC) is urging residents who receive Single Person Discount to ensure that any changes in their circumstances have been promptly notified to the council. Failure to report changes before the deadline of 5th April could result in a penalty of £70 being added to their council tax bill.

Any alteration in...

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The Allure of Gemstones

Gemstones have always grabbed our attention. It's not just their eye-popping sparkle that gets us; it's the secrets they carry from being around for eons. More than just pretty trinkets, a lot of folks feel these stones buzz with an energy that can touch our lives and shake up the space around...

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The Allure of Gemstones

Gemstones have always grabbed our attention. It's not just their eye-popping sparkle that gets us; it's the secrets they carry from being around for eons. More than just pretty trinkets, a lot of...

Charities

Housebuilder donates Easter Eggs to Housing Action charity in Tiverton

Last week regional housebuilder Allison Homes South West ran an Easter egg collection at their South West offices with the donations being gifted to CHAT ( Churches Housing Action Team ) in...

Education

South Devon College is launching a new Childminding qualification in a bid to help the skills deficit in the childcare sector.   

The falling number of registered childminders is a...

Entertainment & Reviews

John Nettles opens South West Academy exhibition at Thelma Hulbert Gallery

THG welcomed over 100 artists and art lovers to two exhibition openings at the Honiton-based gallery.

John Nettles OBE, President of the South West Academy of Fine and Applied Arts and...

Family Life

Spend time with the family at the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary this Easter

The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth makes the perfect free family day out this Easter while the new spring trail gives visitors the chance to win an Easter Egg too.

Set along the historic...

Food & Drink

Award-winning chef Jamie Rogers named executive head chef at the Millbrook Inn

The Millbrook Inn at South Pool has announced the appointment of Jamie Rogers as its new executive chef. Jamie, who is the acclaimed owner of the award-winning Twenty Seven restaurant in...

Health & Beauty

Spa range

Find your element with new Spa Menu at Wishes

A stunning new approach to wellbeing has recently been introduced at Wishes near Crediton.

The innovative ‘spa menu’ offers a personalised choice of treatments and therapies based around...

Holidays & Travel

What you need to know about holidaying in an AONB

If you’re looking for some of the most beautiful scenery to enjoy on your holiday then you can’t go wrong with picking a destination that’s an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). These...

Homes & Gardens

Allison Homes partners with Own New to help homebuyers access lower rate mortgages

Regional housebuilder Allison Homes has partnered with Own New on its new Rate Reducer scheme*, making mortgages more affordable for property seekers in the South West with rates as low as 1.87...

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Whisky Tasting Event at The Golf & Country Club

Local spirits tasting specialist, Azu Spirits , are hosting their first blind tasting event at Exeter Golf and Country Club on Thursday 26th January at Wear Park Restaurant. Following a range of...