The 2023 Devon Women in Business Awards are now open for entries – the closing date is 15 September. There are 12 categories in all including two new awards: Female Apprentice of the Year and Female Led Community Group / Project / Charity. Awards sponsors this year include South Devon College (Apprentice of the Year) … Read more
BBxpo North Devon business exhibition and networking event returns on Thursday 26 October 2023 at Bideford College. The event offers: ➤ Affordable promotion for all businesses through multiple channels – in person, in print and online ➤ Connections with high-quality suppliers and business support providers ➤ Opportunities to establish long-lasting relationships at our free networking … Read more
Payment by card or phone is increasing. while cash is in decline, apparently. Is this good or bad? We’ve talked to businesses with different views on the benefits and disadvantages of each and would like to draw a bigger picture of how changes in payment habits are affecting businesses. To help us, we’re asking North … Read more
One of the smallest shops in Lynton has moved to Orchard House, a much bigger premises in Queen Street, which had been empty for many years. The Lyn Valley Dog House is now more visible and has expanded from one room to two retail rooms, enabling an increase in treats in the deli (including canine … Read more
Business Action was named one of three finalists in Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce’s Digital Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Wildanet. Editor Robert Zarywacz was also named one of three finalists in the chamber’s Steve Whiteway Award for the individual who has made the most significant individual contribution to the community. The … Read more
Combe Martin residents queued in anticipation of the opening of a new bakery overlooking the village beach on 30 June 2023. Bobbie’s Bakes, run by Bobbie Simons and Ian Hicks, has converted a former public convenience into an attractive store selling a large selection of food and bakery items. The business started during the pandemic, … Read more
Allison Homes South West is progressing its growth plans as a leading new homes developer in the region by holding a recruitment day on Wednesday, 28 June from 2pm – 7pm at its High Moor View Development in Winkleigh. The property developer, which currently has four developments across Devon and Somerset is holding the event … Read more
Individuals in North Devon are being offered the opportunity to complete free Data Skills Bootcamps funded by Devon County Council. The bootcamps will create a supply of ready-trained data experts sought after by employers. The aim of the Level 4 Data Skills Bootcamps is to reskill candidates and then confirm them in a data-related job … Read more
The winners of the North Devon Business Awards 2023 have been announced at the Winners Celebration at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe on Thursday 11 May. North Devon Business of the Year 2023 The title of North Devon Business of the Year 2023 was awarded to The Sign Maker by sponsor Philip J Milton of Philip … Read more
The finalists in all 12 categories of the North Devon Business Awards have been announced and are listed below. The awards attracted a record number of 122 entries this year and 48 finalists have been selected by the panel of eight judges. The winner of each category will then proceed to selection for the North … Read more
Life Café at Ilfracombe Harbour, nestled amongst quaint shops and galleries on The Quay, will serve up a unique menu in picturesque harbour surroundings when it opens on 31 March 2023. The café will be operated by Life Cafés & Resorts, the company behind Park Life Resorts, Watermouth Lodges, a scenic holiday resort with wood-clad … Read more
Employers across Devon and Somerset are being asked to help make sure the skills system produces a workforce that matches their needs by advising what they need from the workforce of the future for the development of the Devon and Somerset Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP). The aim is to put the views of employers … Read more
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities has announced £15.6 million of funding from the Levelling Up Fund for the Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre in North Devon which will research green technology and work with local universities and private companies to bring investment and directly create nearly 100 high skilled jobs. The centre, … Read more
Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce is inviting nominations for its 30 Under 30 programme to honour Devon’s young business stars. Perhaps they have exceptional entrepreneurial abilities, are an inspiration to others or show significant potential to develop into a leader within your organisation? Or maybe they have positively contributed to the sustainability of our … Read more
The North Devon Business Awards 2023 are now open for entries! Businesses in and near North Devon can enter one or more of 12 categories: • Best Employer• Best Retailer• Business-to-Business Excellence• Consumer Service Excellence• Digital and Online Achievement• Excellence in Building & Construction• Excellence in Hospitality & Tourism• International Trade & Exports• Made in … Read more
