One of the UK’s premier entertainment destinations, Tenpin, is pleased to announce that the refurbishment of Tenpin Exeter is scheduled for completion on March 27th. The Exeter team is excited to share its transformation, which will be packed with bigger and better entertainment than previously seen. Designed to offer unforgettable experiences for family days out, social get-togethers and celebrations, customers will be able to enjoy several brand-new attractions. The updated venue will feature 26 state-of-the-art bowling lanes, alongside two new private karaoke rooms equipped with thousands of songs that guests can unleash their singing potential in. Those looking to change the pace can let off steam at Tenpin Exeter’s new laser tag arena, which brings an adrenaline-fuelled, interactive 4d experience to people of all ages. For those wanting to test their aim, two new interactive darts boards host 11 games for customers to play. The adventures can continue in one of three new escape rooms, offering a puzzle-based experience and putting teamwork to the test against the clock. For younger customers, a brand new soft play area takes centre stage, promising a fun day out for the whole family.  Among the new additions are also five…

A quick glance at the current Harley bike lineup reveals a few interesting differences. Besides the general divide between larger tourers for mile-crunching highway comfort and stripped-down cruisers for shorter street bouts, the bikes also differ in basic foot controls, including clutch levers, brake pedals and matching foot pegs or floorboards. The distinction between mid and forward controls is in line with what Harleys are all about – tailoring the bike and the ride to personal preferences. Mid controls place the feet in line with the engine, providing improved control and handling, with increased maneuverability and stability at lower speeds.  With feet directly in line with hips and shoulders, mid-controls evenly distribute weight towards the centre of the bike, ensuring quicker reaction times to changing road conditions. This builds confidence and safety. And comes as a standard factory setup in most cruiser models, ranging from Softail and Sportster models like the standard FXST, Street Bob and Roadster, to larger and heavier Dyna Glides.  Why Mid-Controls Aren’t For Everyone  Switching to Harley forward controls, either as a factory option or aftermarket setup, brings key benefits, especially for taller riders. Pushing levers, pegs and pedals forward gives riders…

Totnes Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society (TAODS) has marked a major milestone in its history with a hugely successful run of its 2026 pantomime, Little Red Riding Hood, celebrating the society’s 90th year and playing to packed houses at the Civic Hall, with three of its five performances selling out. Founded in 1936 as the Totnes Amateur Operatic and Musical Society, TAODS began its journey with Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance at the Royal Seven Stars Hotel, before staging its first pantomime, Cinderella, at the Old Market Hall in 1953 — a venue whose legacy now lives on in the Civic Hall, where TAODS’ productions have been staged for many years. ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ was written and directed by Gina Tredwell, a member of the TAODS committee. It was a joyful, family-friendly production which brought together a multi-generational cast from across the local community, delivering a fresh, funny and heartfelt take on the much-loved fairy tale. This marks Tredwell’s second pantomime written for the society, alongside her involvement as a performer in previous TAODS productions. Across the five-show run, the pantomime welcomed over 1100 audience members and raised £300 for Totnes Caring, supporting vital…

If 2026 has a defining interior mood, it’s this: homes are moving away from glossy, “show-home” perfection and back toward spaces that feel human. The good news is that “character” doesn’t have to mean expensive renovations or dramatic statements. It’s usually the layering of a few smart choices. Embrace curated calm with texture and layering “Curated calm” is essentially depth without clutter. Instead of relying on one big feature, it’s built through materials that make a room feel inviting with textures that catch the light and feel good to live with. Easy ways to add instant texture: Swap flat cushions for mixed fabrics (bouclé + linen + a knitted throw). Introduce natural surfaces (a wood side table, a stoneware lamp base, a woven basket). Layer rugs (or choose one with visible weave and subtle patterning). Add “soft contrast” with warm neutrals and earthy tones rather than stark white-on-white.
Add architectural interest through colour, panelling and doors Character often comes from the little details that make a space feel designed, not just decorated. Paint is the simplest tool here: colour-drenching, warmer earthy palettes, and bolder-but-balanced tones are all being pushed as 2026-friendly…

Devon’s RESET Energy Advice team are helping people reduce their energy bills and achieve a sunnier outlook for their finances this winter. The programme, run by Citizens Advice, covers Plymouth, Torbay, Exeter, the South Hams, Teignbridge and East Devon, and helps people out of fuel poverty towards a more sustainable financial future. RESET Project Leader, Aaron Hughes, said: “We know many people in our local communities are already facing hardship with the continued rising costs of food, water, rent and fuel. As we head into winter, more people we see are facing the impossible choice of heating or eating. “Our expert team works intensively with the most vulnerable households to see if they’re paying too much for their gas and electricity, help them understand their bills, find ways of saving energy around the home and ensuring they’re getting all the support they need, such as available benefits.” Energy RESET is a two-year, £450k scheme to address fuel poverty in southern Devon, Plymouth and Torbay. According to the latest government statistics, more than 45,000 households in the RESET area are living in fuel poverty (1), including 11.6% of all -households in Exeter, 11.4% in the South…