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Meet a rower who broke two world records, or learn how to camp in any climate, as Survival Wisdom returns to Port Eliot Festival

Festivalgoers at Port Eliot are set to experience another year of diverse outdoor activities, from the 28th to the 31st July.The company running these sessions, Survival Wisdom, is made up entirely of military experts, who have all been through the toughest and most rigorous survival training the armed forces has to offer. For anyone who ever wonders what it takes to camp out in desert, jungle and arctic conditions, this a chance to learn how, from qualified coaches who spend their time doing exactly that. Plus, on the Saturday and Sunday, the Survival Wisdom tent, which will be at

‘Lord of the Rings’ actor John Rhys-Davies to star in ‘Ellston Bay’

‘Ellston Bay’, a short film made with the support of Kodak casts ‘Lord of the Rings’ and ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’ star John Rhys-DaviesThe production team behind the ‘Ellston Bay’ project, Fact Not Fiction Films, are delighted to announce the casting of John Rhys-Davies. 'Ellston Bay' is a highly ambitious piece of short-form filmmaking being produced by Fact Not Fiction Films with the support of Kodak Motion Picture Film. The film is aimed at being a British short film contender of the highest level. ‘Ellston Bay’ Director, Nicholas Eriksson stated: “It is a great privilege to

New highway delivering boost to south Devon economy

22 February 2016•    New £110 million highway expected to create hundreds of new jobs in south Devon•    The 3.5 mile road between Torbay and Newton Abbot also expected to boost tourism•    Roads Minister Andrew Jones opens highway expected to carry 35,000 vehicles a day A new £110 million bypass that is expected to carry 35,000 vehicles a day has been opened, helping to deliver better journeys for road users in the south-west. The 3.5 mile South Devon Highway is expected to create hundreds of jobs and benefit the tourism industry, in a major boost to the local economy. The

South Devon Highway opens to traffic

15/12/2015Devon County Council and Torbay Council, along with Galliford Try, have announced that the South Devon Highway is now open to traffic. The new 5.5km dual carriageway opened to traffic in the early hours of Tuesday morning (15/12/15) in a phased process. Early on Monday evening a temporary closure of Hamelin Way, Torquay took place which enabled the removal of the roundabout at Kerswell Gardens and a final section of white lining painted on the intersections. Following this phase, project staff, the traffic management team and members of Devon and Cornwall Police travelled at

DIARY NOTE: SOUTH DEVON LINK ROAD

· Date: Wednesday 5th August 2015 · Time: 1115 - 1130 · Location: Galliford Try Site Office, Old Newton Road, Kingskerswell, Newton Abbot, TQ12 5LB http://goo.gl/maps/2CwIq · Dress: PPE is required Department for Transport Minister Andrew Jones MP, will be visiting the South Devon Link Road site to tour the project and hear more about Devon County Council and Torbay Council’s plans for greater connectivity across the South West. A media facility will be available on site with opportunities to interview / photography with the minister from 1115 - 1130. Please contact Liz

Early opening announced for South Devon Link Road

Devon County Council and Torbay Council have announced that the South Devon Link Road, the largest highways project in the south west, is ahead of schedule and will be open for traffic in the autumn, ahead of the original December 2015 predicted date. Galliford Try - the contractors responsible for constructing the road – have made such good progress on the road that it will be open to traffic earlier than expected. John Hart, Leader of Devon County Council and Gordon Oliver, Torbay Mayor made the announcement today (25th July) at the South Devon Link Road Community Open Day event as

Energy for Exeter – the new waste facility is opened (EMBARGOED until 0900 hrs 16 October 2014)

Press Release EMBARGOED until 0900 hrs 16 October 2014Energy for Exeter – the new waste facility is opened The Chairman of Devon County Council, George Gribble, officially opens Exeter’s new energy recovery facility today, Thursday 16 October. Delegates from Devon County Council, the county’s waste contractor Viridor and construction and initial operating company TIRU will assemble with local community representatives at an official opening event on site. The audience will hear from Deputy Leader, Councillor John Clatworthy, about the plant, which will deal with waste from

Next Steps in Funding Approval for Major Transport Proposals

PRESS RELEASE Heart of the South West Local Transport Board 4th July 2014The Heart of the South West Local Transport Board is to consider the business case for the first three major transport schemes on 31st of July.The Local Transport Board was set up in 2013 to manage funding for major transport schemes devolved by government to Local Enterprise Partnerships and Local Transport Authorities. Last July the Local Transport Board approved its first indicative programme for the period from 2015 onwards. The initial schemes from this programme are now coming forward to have their

Public exhibitions kick starts next stage of A303/A30 campaign

A series of exhibitions on improving the A303 is being staged during July by Devon County Council, supported by Somerset County Council. They are part of a study into improving the A30/A303 between Honiton and Broadway. The drop in sessions will set out the progress of the study so far and next steps to improve the route.The study is part of a wider campaign, led by Somerset, Devon, Wiltshire and Dorset Councils, as well as the Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership, to lobby and put the case to Government to improve the entire A303/A358/A30 road corridor between Honiton,

First insights into local views of changes to A303 Honiton to Broadway

A survey of local opinion designed to assist local authorities to better understand the views of communities, road users and businesses along a localised section of the A30/A303 has published its key findings.The survey carried out by Devon County Council supported by Somerset County Council, aimed to assess issues and preferred options for improvement along the stretch of road between Honiton and Broadway. The survey is part of a wider campaign, led by Somerset, Devon and Wiltshire and Dorset Councils, as well as the Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership, to lobby and

Exeter energy from waste takes first delivery

The Exeter Energy from Waste plant is scheduled to take its first waste delivery on Monday 7thApril.Following the end of the cold commissioning testing process, the facility is ready to enter a new stage of commissioning that should lead to full scale operations from July. Although the first waste will be delivered on Monday, the first combustion steps will not take place until later in the week. Sufficient waste has to be brought to the plant, which also has to be fully prepared internally to receive and handle waste for the first time, and then allowed to reach the correct temperature

CONNECTING DEVON AND SOMERSET: Get up to Speed! with superfast broadband CDS announces the supplier for the business and community support programme

Bridging the Digital Divide:  Connecting Devon and Somerset announces comprehensive support programme to help businesses and communities Get up to Speed! on superfast broadbandConnecting Devon and Somerset has announced the successful supplier for its £1 million business and community support programme, Get up to Speed!  This programme has been designed to help bridge the digital divide between our rural and urban businesses and communities, as well as encourage take up of the new service as it rolls out across the counties. The Cosmic Peninsula Consortium, comprising Peninsular

Exeter Energy from Waste - delays to steam blowing schedule

Following last week’s steam blowing at the Exeter Energy from Waste plant, which generated significant noise, work is underway to mitigate the sound before the schedule resumes.Before the plant can go into operation, steam is blown through the pipework to dislodge any grit or dust that could otherwise catch in the turbines. This is a completely safe procedure, and has to happen several times to ensure the pipework is completely clear. It does not form part of normal operating procedures.  Engineers on site are exploring a range of options, with the result that the schedule of steam

Exeter energy from waste steam blowing process

Following the start of the commissioning process for the Exeter Energy from Waste plant, steam blowing has been suspended until Tuesday 4 March after concerns were expressed by some residents in Exeter.The noise emitted by steam blowing through the plant to dislodge grit from the internal pipework far exceeded initial forecasts, and after two successive 'blows' the operation has been stopped to allow for technical modifications and further communication to the community.  Ian Crummack, Project Director at TIRU UK, the company constructing the plant said: "We are very sorry for any alarm

They’re back for more: Surf punks The Razorblades back in Plymouth

Following the success of their visit to Plymouth last year, German surf punk band The Razorblades are back for more.Hailing from Wiesbaden, Germany the band are playing the Tiki Bar & Diner, Drake Circus on Wednesday, 23rd October. Following last year’s gig, the band has been determined to come back to Plymouth. Guitarist, Rob Razorblade said: ‘We loved Plymouth, the gig was brilliant. The place was full and everyone was dancing and really getting into it. We’d been told about the Punx Picnic and how people are really up for a good time. We couldn’t wait to come back.” Germany may not

MTI 13 Conference October 2013: Learn from the best at Hi Tech conference

Hi tech Torbay businesses will have a tremendous opportunity to learn from one of the UK’s technology giants at a seminar during Manufacturing, Technology and Innovation 2013 (MTI 13).Garry Perks, Head of Procurement Marketing at Agusta Westland will be holding a unique seminar on how businesses can become a part of the internationally renowned company’s supply chain. Garry said: “Agusta Westland is a global company operating in 105 countries across the world. We have opportunities for companies to do business with us but we have exacting standards. We are constantly looking for new

Bristol Tenants to benefit from cheaper energy bills with energy efficiency project

Bristol City Council has been awarded £231,000 from Ready for RetrofitTenants in seven blocks of flats in Easton will see savings to their energy bills thanks to Bristol City Council and the Ready for Retrofit programme run by the Energy Saving Trust. Ready for Retrofit has awarded Bristol City Council £231,000 to retrofit a number of energy efficiency measures including external wall and flat roof insulation as well as draught proofing. The work will cost £1.5 million and will benefit seven blocks of flats owned by the Council. It is forecast that 121 tonnes of carbon will be saved each

MTI 13 Conference October 2013: Surge in Torbay Hi Tech Forum Membership Expected

Membership of the Torbay Hi Tech Forum is expected to surge after the upcoming Manufacturing, Technology and Innovation 2013 (MTI 13) conference to be held in Torquay later this month. Organisers of the event, the Torbay Development Agency, will use the momentum of the conference to strengthen the sector’s regional and national voice within this highly competitive industry and create international profile. Delegates from advanced manufacturing and engineering companies from across the South West and further afield are counting down to the 2013 Hi Tech Forum conference, which takes

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