Exeter Living Awards 2021 Showguide

Exeter Living Awards: honouring Exeter’s finest companies @ExeterLivingAwd

CELEBRATING THE BEST IN EXETER

EXETER

© SIMON TUT T Y

AND THE WINNER IS...

(OF COURSE!)

THE GREAT HALL, 2 SEPTEMBER 2021

© SIMON TUT T Y

EDITOR’S LETTER

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ood evening and welcome to the sixth annual Exeter Living Awards!

And an especially jubilant and fist-pumping congratulations to our finalists. We know – and our judges were bowled over by – how tirelessly you’ve worked throughout the last year. How you’ve had to scrap your annual business plan, magic up a new (and ever-changing) one; some of you will have closed, opened, closed, opened, worked from the kitchen table while home-schooling your kids and yet STILL managed to make your business prosper. Your tenacity and creativity isn’t just impressive; it’s what makes Exeter the thriving city that it is and we salute each and every one of you.

A huge thanks to our impressive panel of judges who have had the unenviable task of choosing the winners, and to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this unique celebration of the city. We’d also like to thank all who have supported these Awards tonight, from nominating companies to sponsors and partners and all of you here.

Tonight will no doubt have all the hallmarks of a typical Exeter Living Awards ceremony, namely irrepressible celebration and fun, feel-good moments and a healthy sprinkling of glamour. But this year is different.

We’re not just celebrating the individual award-winners tonight – we are celebrating all of us, friends and colleagues from across the city, being in the same room. We’re celebrating how Exeter’s community has come together, supported each other; how kindness has prevailed.

Which just leaves me to say, thank you so much for joining us and here’s to a glorious and happy evening. See you at the afterparty at Pink Moon for a boogie (there’s a SMC Coach Hire taking us there, hoorah!) and look out for all the results and photos in the September issue of Exeter Living!

HARRIET NOBLE Follow us on Twitter @ExeterLivingAwd Instagram @exeterlivingAwd

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TONIGHT

RUNNING ORDER

18:30 Drinks Reception 19:20 Call for dinner 19:30 Dinner is served

20:45 Countdown begins 21:00 Exeter Living Awards commence 23:00 Official After Party at Pink Moon MENU Starter

• Ham hock terrine, watercress pea purée and wholegrain mustard mayo • Bocconcini, sun blushed tomatoes, basil pesto, cherry tomatoes and artichoke hearts (V)

Main

• Breast of free-range chicken, wrapped in sage and bacon, buttered leeks and a woodland mushroom and madeira sauce • Red pepper and vine tomato tarte tatin with asparagus, rocket and a basil dressing (V)

Dessert

• West Country cheese platter of Taw Valley cheddar, Cornish brie and Devon blue with grapes and crackers • Blackcurrant crumble slices with Devon clotted cream (GF/VE) • Tea, coffee and petit fours

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THE LAST TIME WE WERE TOGETHER, MARCH 7 2019

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HEALTH & SAFETY

STAY SAFE, ENJOY YOUR EVENING COVID-19 guidance for the Exeter Living Awards

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e would like to reassure everyone that we are very mindful of our duty of care to all attendees, participants and those working at the Awards. We are following current government guidelines for delivering events very closely.

Please read these points below. This advice is also on the Exeter Living Awards site and has been supplied to attendees.

Many thanks, The Exeter Living Team

HEALTH & SAFETY

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If you are experiencing Covid symptoms, or in the last two weeks have been in contact with anyone with Covid symptoms, we politely request that you don’t attend.

You should get a PCR test and follow the UK Govt’s stay at home guidance.

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There will be multiple hand sanitising stations throughout the venue. Please remember to regularly clean your hands throughout.

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Facemasks generally: these are not obligatory but please feel free to wear one if you are more comfortable, and please respect those who choose to wear one.

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Facemasks specifically: we recommend that you wear a facemask in areas such as the Reception and in the Toilets.

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All event spaces including tables will be open to attendees throughout the evening from 6.30pm and we encourage guests to take seats as early as possible. To help facilitate that, please familiarise yourself with where your table is and also let your teams and guests know. The Table Plan will be on the emailed to attendees no later than 24 hours before the Awards.

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We want attendees at the Awards to be safe and feel reassured by the sensible approach which is being taken before and during the event

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We want everyone to have fun and celebrate coming together once more: a reunion – and in safe way

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The venue has been fully risk assessed and attendee numbers have been limited to allow for a safe capacity.

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All attendees have been encouraged to take a Lateral Flow Test within 24 hours of when they were due to arrive at the Awards, and to register the result with the NHS.

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Communal areas are being cleaned regularly during the evening, including the toilets

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Bar and all food preparation adheres to hospitality government guidelines

We recommend that drinks orders can be made from your seat to reduce crowding at the bar.

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The event is CASHLESS so please bring card payment for drinks.

The microphones are wiped down after use each time, so are safe for use by Sponsors and Winners.

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FINALISTS

THE FINALISTS ARTS

CYGNET TRAINING THEATRE prepares the next generation of performers in achieving artistic excellence; a community staple for engagement and hire. cygnettheatre.co.uk | @cygnettheatreuk DANSCI DANCE STUDIO offers a programme of diverse dance styles, weekly classes, workshops, performances and events to children and adults. dansci.co.uk | @danscidance EXETER CRAFT HUB supports the many skilled hobby crafters and micro businesses to showcase their craft items. exetercrafthub.com | @hubexeter EXETER PHOENIX can be found bang in the heart of the city centre and is a vibrant, worldclass multi-artform venue. exeterphoenix.org.uk | @exeter_phoenix ROYAL ALBERT MEMORIAL MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY enriches Exeter’s cultural offering by telling stories through a lively programme of exhibitions. rammuseum.org.uk | @rammuseum SPINNING PATH creates films that are daringly different, offbeat and, most-importantly, genre-defying. spinningpath.com | @spinningpath

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BAR

CITY GATE is a stunning pub with a radiant beer garden in the heart of Exeter, placed beneath a beautiful boutique hotel. citygatehotel.com | @citygateexeter ON THE WATERFRONT famously has a large menu to suit all needs, from salads to steaks to tapas, to pizzas and more. waterfrontexeter.co.uk | @otwexeter PINK MOON is a family-run, vibrant café, restaurant and club inspired by the diverse and desirable California. pinkmooncafe.co.uk | @pinkmooncafe RENDEZVOUS WINE BAR is an independent wine bar, restaurant and gardens situated in the Southernhay Quarter. rendezvouswinebar.co.uk | @rendezvouswbar THE STAND OFF offers the city and its sporting fans a fun and family-friendly venue to watch live sport, whilst enjoying drinks and homecooked food. thestandoff.co.uk | @thestandoffexe STIR CRAZY DRINKS organises weekly cocktail masterclasses covering all areas of drinks, spirits, bitters and homemade ingredients. stircrazydrinks.co.uk | @stircrazydrinks

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MESSY WORLD FAMILY WEALTH PLANNING Financial | Retirement | Investment | Tax & Estate

We’re ready to help, get in touch.

Ground Floor, 11 - 15 Dix’s Field, Exeter, EX1 1QA 01392 715 190  ask@yellowtail.co.uk  www.yellowtail.co.uk Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. FCA number 448410

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BUSINESS SERVICES

APPEN is all about data, from annotation services for improving AI technologies, to producing data for evidential official record transcripts. appen.com/uk | @appenglobal BLUEGRASS GROUP started out as a receiver of IT support and has developed its offering with the client in focus, not just the technology. bluegrass-group.com | @bluegrass_it CATHEDRAL APPOINTMENTS prides itself on being highly active in Exeter’s business community as a leading independent recruitment consultancy. cathedralappointments.co.uk | @cathapps GIRLING JONES is a recruitment consultancy sourcing technical staff for the construction industry in the south west. girlingjones.com | @girlingjones INTROTWEET offers management and training services to a wide range of businesses as social media experts. introtweet.com | @introtweetuk LAUNCH ONLINE is the paid media agency for ambitious advertisers, run by an exceptional, motivated and fulfilled team of experts. launchonline.co.uk | @launchonlineuk

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NEXUS OPEN SYSTEMS has been supporting businesses across the UK with bespoke solutions to IT requirements. nexusos.co.uk | @nexusos OPTIX SOLUTIONS is a longstanding south west agency of 20 years, specialising in design, development and digital services. optixsolutions.co.uk | @optixsolutions RAIN NUTRIENCE is a B2B contract manufacturer of dietary supplements and powdered food, catering primarily to vegan and lifestyle markets. rainuk.com | @rain_nutrience WELLITY offers leading solution for mental health and wellbeing in the workplace and co-founded the Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards. wellityglobal.com | @bewellity

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CAFÉ

CAFÉ AT 143 prides itself on being the hub of the community, to meet family and friends for coffee, grab your lunch or pick up weekly treats.

Fika’s mission is to find your perfect @cafeat143 look and give you time to slow down and appreciate the good things in life.

GREENDALE FARM SHOP is uniquely able pridemeat ourselves toWe offer and fish from its own farm and on using sustainable methods and fishing fleetmaterials which it serves in its café. and can’t wait to welcome you. | @greendalefarm greendale.com THE LIN DEN 69 Magdalen Road, has raised the bar for vegan Exeter, EX2 4TA patisserie and desserts in Exeter since opening 01392 401642 ininfo@fikasalon.co.uk 2019. thelindencoffee.co.uk | @thelindencoffee fikasalon.co.uk  fika_salon

VEG BOX CAFÉ is a pink, plant-based speciality coffee shop with great views, offering vegan shakes, ice creams and pancakes. @vegbox_cafe

Award-winning Devon Cyder Traditional Methods | Still & Sparkling | Bottles & Draught

Order online @ www.ventons.co.uk Delivered direct to your door, or collect from the Cyder barn.

Trade enquiries welcome Bag-in-Box | Bottles | Kegs 100% Natural, 100% Devon.

No added Sulphites. No Concentrates.

07811 963853 | mark@ventons.co.uk | www.ventons.co.uk |

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CHARITY

CHILDREN’S HOSPICE SOUTH WEST, LITTLE BRIDGE HOUSE provides vital residential hospice care for children with a life-limiting condition in the south west. chsw.org.uk | @chsw DEVON SUPER TEAM is a superhero organisation raising money for disabled children in Devon by bringing smiles to as many children as possible. @devonsuperteam EXETER COMMUNITY INITIATIVES is a local charity set up to help people facing poverty, inequality and homelessness get their lives back on track. eci.org.uk | @exeterci LIVING OPTIONS DEVON provides support services for people with a disability, long term health condition and deaf people who use BSL. livingoptions.org | @livingoptions LIVING WITH APHASIA assists people with aphasia who, after stroke or brain injury, experience a sudden, terrifying and isolating inability to communicate. livingwithaphasia.org.uk | @livingaphasia ST PETROCK’S provides a range of housing and homelessness services to help people move forwards into more settled, fulfilling lives. stpetrocks.org.uk | @stpetrocks YMCA EXETER empowers young people to overcome homelessness and reach their full potential. ymcaexeter.org.uk | @ymcaexeter

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CIVIC

COLAB EXETER is a multi-agency hub working through collaboration and innovation to address complex social needs. colabexeter.org.uk | @colabexeter DARTS FARM is a vibrant, nationally recognised shopping experience, with a working farm at its heart, hand-picking and selling fresh seasonal fruit and veg. dartsfarm.co.uk | @dartsfarm EXETER WORKS enables individuals to access information about jobs, training, redundancy and other support available to them in the city. exeterworks.org | @exeter_works GRENADIER pushes the boundaries of sustainability to deliver projects that benefit homeowners, the community, and the wider environment. grenadierestates.co.uk THE LORD MAYOR’S OFFICE upholds and preserves the traditions and protocols of the civic and corporate life of this ancient city. @lordmayorexeter PINK MOON is a family-run, vibrant café, restaurant and club inspired by the diverse and desirable California. pinkmooncafe.co.uk | @pinkmooncafe ROYAL ALBERT MEMORIAL MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY enriches Exeter’s cultural offering by telling stories through a lively programme of exhibitions. rammuseum.org.uk | @rammuseum

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CREATIVE

CHANTELLE ZNIDERIC PERSONAL STYLIST provides personal styling and creative corporate branding solutions to discerning male and female clients. personal-stylist.co.uk | @cznideric DASSLERS CRAFT offers a full bespoke service, adding some art to create your own personalised trainers. dasslerscraft.co.uk | @dasslerscraft DEVON & CORNWALL FILM covers the world of film from Devon and Cornwall, with a focus on promoting and supporting local filmmakers. devon-cornwall-film.co.uk | @dandcfilm

Fika’s mission is ME & SPIRIT DESIGN STUDIO creates to find your perfect look and give you swoon-worthy time to slow down branding and web design and appreciate the for heart-led creatives who want to elevate good things in life. their business.

We pride ourselves on using sustainable meandspirit.co.uk | @me_and_spirit methods and materials and can’t wait to welcome you.

PHONIC FM is Exeter’s ‘sound alternative’ community radio station, run by volunteers 69 Magdalen Road, toExeter, provide a locally-sourced alternative to EX2 4TA 01392 401642 the mainstream. info@fikasalon.co.uk phonic.fm | @phonicfm fikasalon.co.uk  fika_salon

DEVONSTREAM is a new online radio station for Devon, sharing the sounds and voices of the county, 24/7. devon.stream | @devonstream DIRTY MARTINI MARKETING works with local clients from start-ups to fully established businesses, as a full-service creative marketing agency. dirty-martini.com | @dirtymartiniexe EMILY SMITH is a business of quality design, simply stylish elegance, and beautiful homewares and accessories for all walks of life. emily-smith.uk | @emilysmithuk

Award-winning Devon Cyder Traditional Methods | Still & Sparkling | Bottles & Draught

Order online @ www.ventons.co.uk Delivered direct to your door, or collect from the Cyder barn.

Trade enquiries welcome Bag-in-Box | Bottles | Kegs 100% Natural, 100% Devon.

No added Sulphites. No Concentrates.

07811 963853 | mark@ventons.co.uk | www.ventons.co.uk |

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EDUCATION

EXETER CATHEDRAL SCHOOL is a flourishing day and boarding Prep School for girls and boys aged 2½ -13. exetercathedralschool.co.uk | @ecsprepschool EXETER COLLEGE APPRENTICESHIP TEAM supports Exeter’s employers to grow and develop a workforce at the cutting-edge. exe-coll.ac.uk | @exeapprentices

EVENT

Sponsored by Warwick Event Services BLOOM is Exeter Phoenix’s festival to mark Mental Health Awareness Week, which was particularly vital this year with the ongoing impact of the pandemic. exeterphoenix.org.uk | @exeter_phoenix

EXETER TUTORS offers tailor-made, one-to-one tuition from experienced and qualified teachers. exetertutors.com | @exetertutors

CHRISTMAS AT THE CASTLE creates a magical space for the community to safely celebrate the festive season at Powderham Castle. powderham.co.uk

HAIR@THEACADEMY works with vulnerable young people and supports them towards completion of work-ready hairdressing qualifications. hairattheacademy.co.uk | @hairtheacademy1

EXETER NORTHCOTT THEATRE WITH LE NAVET BETE was one of the few theatres in the country to offer a live fun family experience for Christmas 2020. exeternorthcott.co.uk | @exeternorthcott

IRON MILL COLLEGE is Exeter’s specialist college that is a leading trainer provider in mental health and wellbeing. ironmill.co.uk | @the_iron_mill

LIKE MINDS is an ideas festival which runs additional events internationally and provides business development consultancy services for scaleups. likeminds.live | @wearelikeminds

NUMERISE is a website designed to build 10-16 years olds’ confidence in maths and is powered

by Sparx Maths and HegartyMaths. numerise.com | @numerise_ THE OUTDOORS GROUP specialises in outdoor learning; engaging young people in forest school, providing alternative education and adult training. outdoorsgroup.co.uk | @outdoors_group

PI SOCIETY is a boutique matchmaking agency and curator of professional social events in Exeter and Plymouth. pisociety.co.uk | @pisocietyuk

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FOOD & DRINK PRODUCER Sponsored by Powderham Food Festival

BEN’S FARM SHOP is a small, independent grocery shop passionate about great food from environmentally sustainable farming. bensfarmshop.co.uk | @bensfarmshops GREENDALE FARM SHOP offers meat and fish from its own farm and fishing fleet, serving produce at its café and selling it in its shop. greendale.com | @greendalefarm RAIN NUTRIENCE is a B2B contract manufacturer of dietary supplements and powdered food, catering primarily to vegan and lifestyle markets.rainuk.com | @rain_nutrience VENTON’S DEVON CYDER is produced with apples from traditional local orchards within six miles. ventons.co.uk | @ventons_cyder

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HAIR & BEAUTY

ENERGY HAIR is a bespoke hair experience provided by a family of hairdressers, in a luxurious, relaxing and contemporary design space. energyhair.com | @energyhairofficial FIKA SALON is an eco-friendly salon which focuses on the wellbeing of its clients, creating a fully inclusive and calming oasis. fikasalon.co.uk HAIR@THEACADEMY works with vulnerable young people and supports them towards completion of work-ready hairdressing qualifications. hairattheacademy.co.uk | @hairtheacademy1 LUKA’S BARBERS is forward-thinking, by using classic techniques and styles whilst giving them a modern twist. lukasbarbers.com | @lukasbarbers VERVE HAIR BEAUTY & AESTHETICS is a hair and beauty salon that provides an array of pampering treatments and prides itself on its warm, friendly service. @vervehairandbeauty

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HEALTH AND WELLBEING Sponsored by Regus

BTHECHANGE CIC aids people with holistic and lifechanging interventions for those at risk of, or who have entered the Criminal Justice System. bthechange.org.uk | @bthechangecic BLUEBIRD CARE EXETER believes that care matters and is committed to providing the highest quality home care so that its customers can remain in their own homes. bluebirdcare.co.uk/exeter | @bluebirdcareexe

LITTLE DEVON is a website supporting parents, nurturing communities and spreading the word of children-focused local businesses and classes. littledevon.co.uk LIVING OPTIONS DEVON provides support services for people with a disability, long term health condition and Deaf people who use BSL. livingoptions.org | @livingoptions

EXETER NATURAL HEALTH CENTRE provides high quality, clinical complementary healthcare in warm, comfortable and relaxing surroundings. exeternaturalhealthcentre.co.uk | @exeternaturalhc

OCEAN PHYSIO & REHAB prides itself on having a dynamic and collaborative team, who work tirelessly to provide the best service possible for its patients. oceanphysio.com | @oceanphysio

HOME INSTEAD EXETER AND EAST DEVON is a person-centred home care provider, supporting people to remain independent in their own homes. homeinstead.co.uk/eastdevon

PENINSULA DENTAL SOCIAL ENTERPRISE CIC trains the next generation of dental professionals, treats local people, and helps the most vulnerable in society. peninsuladental.org.uk | @pendentalse

IRON MILL COLLEGE is Exeter’s specialist college that is a leading trainer provider in mental health and wellbeing. ironmill.co.uk | @the_iron_mill

QUAY KINETICS PHYSIO provides personalised expert physiotherapy, sports massage, acupuncture and pilates to anyone with an injury, ache or pain. quaykineticsphysio.co.uk | @quaykinetics WELLITY offers leading solution for mental health and wellbeing in the workplace and co-founded the Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards. wellityglobal.com | @bewellity

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HOMES & INTERIORS

DEVON TILES & BATHROOMS is an independent and family-run retailer of beautiful tiles and bathrooms. devontiles.co.uk | @devontiles IN EX DESIGN makes outside spaces feel like a natural extension of indoor spaces and is unique with its integrated design philosophy. inexdesign.co.uk | @designbyinex

KTK STYLING creates not just beautiful spaces but ones that seriously up the style stakes and will stand the test of time. ktk-styling.co.uk | @ktk_styling STOVAX & GAZCO is proud to be part of the NIBE Stoves Group, a global market-leading provider of domestic heating and cooling products. stovax.com | @stovaxgazco

KTA ARCHITECTS AND URBAN DESIGNERS prides itself on its architecturally designed, client enthused, people skilled, motivated holistic approach. kta.uk.com | @ktarchitects

Fika’s mission is to find your perfect look and give you time to slow down and appreciate the good things in life.

We pride ourselves on using sustainable methods and materials and can’t wait to welcome you.

69 Magdalen Road, Exeter, EX2 4TA 01392 401642 info@fikasalon.co.uk fikasalon.co.uk  fika_salon

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LEGAL & FINANCIAL

Sponsored by Yellowtail Financial Planning CHARLES STANLEY engages investment professionals with an increasingly rare business model that does not place clients into a one-sizefits-all investment solution. charles-stanley.co.uk | @cstanleyexeter THE FAMILY LAW COMPANY aids its clients to reach a stress-free solution to family matters wherever possible. thefamilylawco.co.uk | @thefamilylawco

PREMIER FINANCIAL PLANNING supports local residents in making the right financial decisions whilst offering independent guidance. pfp-ltd.com | @exeterpfp OTTER FINANCIAL SERVICES is a local, innovative financial planning practice which helps people in Devon achieve their ideal financial future. otterfinancial.co.uk | @otter_financial

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FOWLER FINANCIAL PLANNING helps clients achieve their financial goals with peace of mind that they are being expertly looked after. fowlerfp.co.uk | @fowlerfp GRIFFIN CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS focuses on providing expert advice and a truly first-class service to clients. griffinaccountancy.co.uk | @griffinaccs GX ACCOUNTANCY & BOOKKEEPING SERVICES offers a personal service, focusing on regular contact, including in-depth reviews of performance monthly or quarterly. gxaccounts.com | @gxaccounts THE MORTGAGE QUARTER ensures customers receive a tailor-made financial advice experience to meet their own specific requirements. themortgagequarter.co.uk | @mortgagequarter

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LEISURE & TOURISM

THE BEAR TRAIL is Devon’s muddiest family assault course with 30 unique obstacles and unlimited mud. thebeartrail.co.uk | @the_bear_trail CANONTEIGN FALLS is a private estate set in 90 acres of ancient woodland, meadows and wetlands, featuring a historic Victorian Fern Garden and the south west’s highest waterfall. canonteignfalls.co.uk | @canonteignfall EXETER’S HISTORIC GUILDHALL has served as the centrepiece of Exeter’s civic life for more than 800 years and is the oldest surviving municipal building in the country. exeter.gov.uk | @exeterguildhall LUXURY COASTAL offers self-catering holidays with the finest quality cottages, apartments and lodges in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. luxurycoastal.co.uk | @luxurycoastalholidays THE PIG AT COMBE breaks down the oldfashioned understanding of a country house hotel with its hotel and restaurant offering nestled in the Otter Valley. thepighotel.com/at-combe | @the_pig_hotel POWDERHAM CASTLE is steeped in history with vibrant attractions, including guided tours, historical family entertainment and a thriving events and wedding business. powderham.co.uk | @powderhamcastle WINSLADE MANOR opened this year and is finally able to reveal its full glory to visitors and businesses, complete with restaurant and bar. winslademanor.com | @winslademanor

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Enjoying tonight?

It’d be great if you could try to keep the conversation down a little during the actual Awards, especially for our winners’ acceptance speeches.

Many thanks!

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NEW BUSINESS

MOBILE JEWELLERY SCHOOL brings all the silversmithing materials, tools, equipment and its expert knowledge to teach two sessions per day. mobilejewelleryschool.co.uk | @mobilejewelleryschool

CO CHARGER encourages a unique solution, creating a network of community charging for electric vehicles, making ev ownership viable for everyone. co-charger.com | @co_charger

MYRIAD SERVICES provides consulting, education and support to start-ups and small businesses in their first five years. myriadservices.co.uk | @servicesmyriad

ADVENTURE BOY produces co-friendly, adventure-inspired clothing and accessories for little adventurers on big adventures. adventureboy.co.uk | @adventureboy_co

COREUS GROUP is a construction and development consultancy with a deep-rooted commitment to helping transform places for a better future. coreusgroup.com | @coreusgroup THE CORK & TILE PORTUGUESE is a family-run, Portuguese café and restaurant, offering freshly cooked Portuguese food in an authentic environment. thecorkandtile.co.uk | @thecorkandtile EXETER TRADING HUB houses 50 traders selling new, used, upcycled and recycled home and garden wares. @exetertradinghub FIKA SALON is an eco-friendly salon which focuses on the wellbeing of its clients, creating a fully inclusive and calming oasis. fikasalon.co.uk | @fika_salon LIFE GUITARS burst onto the local independent retail market with a vision to breathe new life into old and used guitars, amps and effects pedals. lifeguitars.co.uk | @lifeguitarsco

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PROPERTY

APEX SCAFFOLDING EXETER positioned itself in the local area to provide the access and scaffolding services required for multi-national building companies. apexscaffolding.co.uk | @apexscaffexe BURRINGTON ESTATES – WINSLADE MANOR is at the forefront of creating high quality, luxury new developments in the west country. burringtonestates.com | @burringtonestat COREUS GROUP is a construction and development consultancy with a deep-rooted commitment to helping transform places for a better future. coreusgroup.com | @coreusgroup GRENADIER pushes the boundaries of sustainability to deliver projects that benefit homeowners, the community and the wider environment. grenadierestates.co.uk THE MORTGAGE QUARTER helps Exeter with excellent mortgage advice, enabling local people to achieve their dreams. themortgagequarter.co.uk | @mortgagequarter NAOMI J RYAN ESTATE AGENTS offers customers and clients a completely bespoke, first-class sales and lettings experience. naomijryan.co.uk | @naomijryan REDROW HOMES prides itself on its highquality homes standing the test of time and by building homes, community amenities, playgrounds and parkland. redrow.co.uk | @redrow

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SERVICES DESIGN SOLUTION innovates flexible, practical, energy-efficient cost-effective solutions to create exceptional environments for living, work or leisure. sdsolution.co.uk | @sdsolutionuk

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RESTAURANT

THE CORK & TILE PORTUGUESE is a family-run, Portuguese café and restaurant, offering freshly cooked Portuguese food in an authentic environment. thecorkandtile.co.uk | @thecorkandtile FIVE BELLS INN can be found in a beautiful rural location, with five acres of stunning beer garden and a charming, historic pub. fivebells.uk.com | @fivebellsdevon HUB BOX serves up award-winning burgers and crafted drinks, and is the perfect place to meet and eat. hubbox.co.uk | @hubboxsw NIGHTJAR INN is a unique village pub and restaurant with a passion for providing a warm welcome and homemade food using local, quality produce. thenightjarinn.co.uk | @thenightjarinn THE ODDFELLOWS serves locally-sourced food alongside excellent local ales and cocktails as a proudly independent city centre gastropub. theoddfellowsbar.co.uk | @theoddfellows THE PIG AND PALLET is an authentic smokehouse restaurant, producing fine smoked BBQ food, with an emphasis on high welfare, happy meats. pigandpallet.co.uk | @pigandpallettopsham STAGE is from the team that brought you Taco Boys and Porthilly Bar; an immersive six or four course tasting menu experience. stagerestaurant.co.uk

THE LEADING SOUTH WEST MATCHMAKING AGENCY Pi Society offers an ideal way to find your perfect match through their professional and discreet matchmaking service.

Also curators of fabulous, singles, social events.

Call 01392 241142 WWW.PISOCIETY.CO.UK

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ACUITIS OPTICIANS AND HEARING CENTRE specialises in the latest technologies and fashion trends, bringing together innovative materials and clinical excellence. acuitis.uk/acuitis-exeter THE BELT MAKERS is premier makers of exquisite English leather belts, with a reputation as fine hand stitching specialists. thebeltmakers.com | @tbmthebeltmakrs DARTS FARM is a vibrant, nationally recognised shopping experience, with a working farm at its heart, hand picking and selling fresh seasonal fruit and veg. dartsfarm.co.uk | @dartsfarm LIFE GUITARS burst onto the local independent retail market with a vision to breathe new life into old and used guitars, amps and effects pedals. lifeguitars.co.uk | @lifeguitarsco LIZNOJAN is an indie bookshop and coffee shop run by a mother and daughter team, focusing on nature, sustainability and community. liznojanbooks.co.uk | @liznojanbooks MAKER MART sells products made by exclusively south west-based designer makers and artists, including cards, prints, jewellery, clothes and homewares. makermart-exeter.com | @makermart_exeter

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THE REAL FOOD STORE was set up in response to members of the local community identifying a need for local food and drink to be made more available in the city. realfoodexeter.co.uk | @realfoodexeter THE RECYCLED CANDLE COMPANY handcrafts luxury scented candles and helps save the planet through ethical recycling of unwanted candle wax. therecycledcandlecompany.co.uk | @recycledcandles SANCHO’S provides sustainability minded shoppers with ethically produced fashion and lifestyle products. sanchosshop.com | @sanchosshop SOAP DAZE has developed a line of vegan skincare to complement its soaps, and also holds future plans for homeware. soapdaze.com | @soapdaze ST BRIDGET GARDEN CENTRE is a family run, independent business who have been growing and selling plants since 1925. stbridget.uk | @stbridgetexeter TENNIS STORE is a ‘click and brick’ tennis specialist store offering high quality products and expert service. tennisstoreexpress.com | @tennis_store_uk

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NEXUS OPEN SYSTEMS supports businesses across the UK with bespoke solutions to IT requirements. nexusos.co.uk | @nexusos NUMERISE is a website designed to build 10-16 years olds’ confidence in maths and is powered

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BIOSYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY provides lowcost ethical screening solutions for scientists in the life sciences and healthcare sector. biosystemstechnology.com | @_biosystems

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EXETER LIVING delivers aesthetically pleasing design and engaging and relevant editorial to create a much-loved magazine covering the very best of life in Exeter in all its many guises. mediaclash.co.uk | @exeterliving EXETER SCIENCE PARK has a mission to help

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REGUS is the world’s largest provider of flexible workspace with a customer-base which includes the most successful entrepreneurs and multi-billion-dollar corporations. regus.co.uk | @regus_uk TRIANGLE NETWORKS

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YELLOWTAIL FINANCIAL PLANNING

is an award-winning Independent Financial Planning firm originally based in Lombard Street, London but relocated to Exeter in 2015 to access the city’s highly skilled workforce and strong legal and financial expertise. yellowtail.co.uk | @yellowtailfp

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