With upcycling now an established part of the eco-friendly reuse, recycle culture, the team at Ottery’s Coldharbour Farm Shop has got into the spirit of it - literally!
Just arrived at the shop are new candles and lamps made from empty Flaming Barrel gin bottles.
The gin was launched in the autumn of 2021 by Andrea Broadhurst and Beth Ashfield who own and run the popular farm...
An Ottery play area, designed by more than 200 local children, is finally finished.
A ground level trampoline and a 12 metre zip wire are among the new attractions at the Winter’s Lane play area, owned by East Devon District Council (EDDC).
The area has also been kitted out with a 2.4 metre tall rope climbing pyramid, a slide and climbing area, picnic bench, a toddler swing...
King’s Manor Care Home, in Ottery St Mary has been rated ‘Good’ in all areas following a recent Care Quality Commission inspection
The 66-bedded, purpose-built luxury care home in beautifully landscaped gardens, which specialises in the provision of nursing, residential and dementia care, was found to offer safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led care, with a ‘good’ rating...
An Ottery play area, designed by more than 200 local children, is getting a £50,000 revamp, with new equipment including a ground level trampoline and a 12 metre zip wire.
The Winter’s Lane play area, owned by East Devon District Council (EDDC), will also be getting a 2.4 metre tall rope climbing pyramid, a slide and climbing area, picnic bench, a toddler swing and a toddler and...
On September 20 The Chefs’ Forum is presenting a seminar for all pub kitchens – and Volley landlord Mike Down is making his small screen debut!
The two-hour event in partnership with Rational focuses on how new technology is enabling pubs like the Volunteer Inn to do more with less. It will also cover topics such as Natasha’s Law, healthier menus, waste reduction and future staffing...
The organisers of the Ottery St Mary Food & Families Festival have revealed the line-up of chefs for this year’s event on September 11 - and the list is impressive.
Kicking off the demos with a masterclass in shredded duck spring rolls is Jazzi Curley from Devon Cookery School. Jazzi was cooking tutor for Jamie Oliver in London before returning to Devon and setting up her own...
A new manager has taken the helm at King’s Manor Care Home, in Ottery St Mary, Devon, with exciting plans to build even more relationships with the community.
Marita Westaway, brings a wealth of experience having worked in the care sector for 20 years, latterly as a home manager in Honiton
As well as bringing fresh energy and seeking to build on successes within the home,...
Garden centre fundraiser in memory of former Santa Express driver
Team members at Otter Garden Centre in Ottery St Mary are rallying round with a seasonal fundraiser in memory of their colleague Rob Gillingham.
Sadly Rob, described by colleagues as a kind, lovely man, passed away from a brain tumour earlier this year. He was well known for his annual stint as the popular Santa...
