• 'These findings paint a picture of leaders who are genuinely trying to do the right thing for their teams and themselves.' Image: NDAB Creativity / Shutterstock.

    Workplace wellbeing: the results are in!

    Survey examines team dynamics and leadership challenges The headlines of a new survey examining wellbeing in the workplace show how more than 60% of respondents...5 min

  • The Story of Emily is at St Ive, near Liskeard.

    Five star review: The Story of Emily

    New Cornish attraction: thought provoking and cerebral It’s a hot sunny day when I drive into the car park at The Story of Emily, writes...14 min

  • Garden for the Future: The temperate woodland area with the dry exotic beds on the far side of the path. Image: © James Dobson / National Trust Images.

    A garden for the future: science in horticulture

    ‘A new design with sustainability and climate resilience at its core’ Parts of re-imagined garden in East Sussex are being inspired by the hilly mid-altitude...6 min

  • Male purple emperor butterfly. Image: Matthew Oates (provided by The National Trust).

    Essex woodland sees 17 year high for butterflies

    Hatfield Forest: increased sightings of the purple emperor butterfly A bumper year for butterflies is being celebrated by National Trust rangers at Hatfield Forest in...5 min

  • Exeter's Northcott Theatre auditorium. Image: © Ralph Whitehead (provided by Exeter Northcott Theatre).

    Northcote playwriting winner announced

    More than 100 south west based playwrights entered submissions It’s Exeter Northcott’s first ever open script submission window and the team’s just decided on the...3 min

  • ‘In the Great South West, we are building a globally connected manufacturing base,' says Karl Tucker, Chair of The Great South West Partnership. Image: Fahroni / Shutterstock.

    Sharing thoughts: a global bridge in business

    Our ‘Sharing thoughts’ section today focuses on The Great South West Breaktime News regularly reports on the work undertaken by The Great South West team...3 min

  • ‘It has been a steady start to the year in terms of mission numbers.' Image provided by Cornwall Air Ambulance.

    CAA: 500 missions in first half of 2025

     £8+ million funding goal for air ambulance charity With the summer holidays in full swing and with Cornwall being the Number One destination for tourists,...2 min

  • Westbank Community Allotment: three volunteers from Kier laying the new pathway (image supplied by Kier).

    Charity’s thumbs up for company volunteers

    Kier Group team transforms Devon charity’s community allotment An Exminister charity is saying a massive ‘thank you’ to the Kier Group following its recent provision...3 min

  • Members of Exeter Philharmonic Choir in rehearsal (summer 2025). Photography: Paul Mellor (provided by IF Media).

    A choral pilgrimage through Hampshire

    Following St James’ Way: a roving chamber choir on its journey A Devon based choir is celebrating the end of its season having walked part...2 min

  • ‘It’s a chance to contribute to something that’s making a real difference.' Image: Jaromir Chalabala / Shutterstock.

    Horses: transforming lives

    Three year pioneering research project with university A charity focusing on boosting wellbeing for disabled people by teaming them up with horses is today unveiling...2 min

  • One of Cornwall's top tourist destinations: St Michael's Mount, near Penzance. Image: Robert Harding video / Shutterstock.

    Cornwall tops UK holiday destination list

    The AA says the county tops poll for favourite getaways Cornwall is emerging as the top summer holiday destination, according to a new poll from...2 min

  • ‘Owning this second aircraft unlocks further clinical opportunities for us' Image: Andy Holter Photography (provided by CAA).

    New air ambulance takes to the skies!

    Massive fundraising venture sees second air ambulance lift off All the final test flights are now complete and supporters cheered as the whirl of the...3 min

  • 'Organic finds like this are some of the most precious to come from our sites.' Image: © The Vindolanda Trust.

    Roman shoes: a big impression…

    Thousands of leather shoes revealed in key archaeological discovery Experts say the recent discovery of around 5,000 ancient leather shoes provide us with an amazing...4 min

  • Dartmouth at dusk: A perfect view for a perfect evening. Image: Ian Woolcock / Shutterstock.

    Win a private seafood feast!

    It’s a yummy treat for all gourmet connoisseurs Do you want to treat your besties to a private feast at the award-winning restaurant, The Seahorse,...4 min

  • The Tank Museum in Bovington, Dorset. Image: EQRoy / Shutterstock.

    From tank tracks to tree trunks

    The Tank Museum launches campaign to plant 5000 trees A museum famous for its green machines is inviting visitors to support a campaign to help...2 min

  • The state of the art AW169 helicopters will 'help us save many more lives for years to come,’ says Adam Smith, Unit Chief Pilot. Image: Andy Holter Photography (provided by CAA).

    CAA second helicopter: final test flights

    ‘Shakedown period’ precedes full operational status Cornwall Air Ambulance’s recently acquired second helicopter is going through its final test flights before going into full service...2 min

  • ‘The project is really the first of its kind in the UK and we can’t wait for everyone to join in,’ says National Gallery curator Emily Stone. Image: © Peter Davidson / National Gallery.

    National Gallery’s Bicentenary celebrations

    The Triumph of Art: UK wide work culminating in Trafalgar Square Trafalgar Square will today see the culmination of months of work involving a series...3 min

  • Sunset over the River Exe. Peter Moulton / Shutterstock.

    Luxury renovation work wins major accolade

    ‘Redefining modern family living’ Imagine enjoying the stunning views of the Exe Estuary – all from the comfort of a 1930s family property recently refurbished...3 min

  • Anderton Boat lift celebrates 150th (in style)!

    ‘A truly unique and much-loved, special historic structure’ It’s a marvel of Victorian engineering and this weekend sees birthday celebrations for the Anderton Boat Lift...3 min