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"It’s what she would have wanted": Josh’s ultra marathon challenge in memory of Nan
Jun 28

Jun 28 "It’s what she would have wanted": Josh’s ultra marathon challenge in memory of Nan

Loop South West
Care, Charity, Culture, Events, Health, Lifestyle, News, Sport

Whitchurch man Josh Galea is taking on the challenge of a lifetime, aiming to complete a solo ultra marathon in memory of his beloved Nan who helped raise him.

Cornwall’s first electric bus takes to the road
Jun 27

Jun 27 Cornwall’s first electric bus takes to the road

Loop South West
Business, Environment, Lifestyle, News, Local Authority, Travel

Cornwall’s first electric bus has taken to the streets of Falmouth, boosting the town’s shuttle service fleet and helping to cut carbon emissions.

Harry Bessant and Bakers Dolphin Win at Weston College Business Awards
Jun 27

Jun 27 Harry Bessant and Bakers Dolphin Win at Weston College Business Awards

Loop South West
Awards, Business, Events, Lifestyle, News, Travel

Coach tour operators Bakers Dolphin and student Harry Bessant have won the Into Work Partnership Award from Weston College.

Baby dream comes true for 44-year-old helicopter pilot
Jun 26

Jun 26 Baby dream comes true for 44-year-old helicopter pilot

Loop South West
Business, Care, Lifestyle, News, Science & Nature, Fertility

A 44-year-old first-time mum has said how grateful she was for the chance to preserve her fertility by freezing her embryos and choose the right time to have a baby without having to worry too much about her biological clock thanks to a Bristol fertility clinic.

New solar panels as University of Exeter continues green transition
Jun 26

Jun 26 New solar panels as University of Exeter continues green transition

Loop South West
Business, News, Education, Technology, Science & Nature

Thousands of solar panels are being installed as the University of Exeter continues its shift to renewable energy.

Air Ambulance Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Special Event at The Fleet Air Arm Museum
Jun 26

Jun 26 Air Ambulance Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Special Event at The Fleet Air Arm Museum

Loop South West
Charity, Events, Health, News

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance marked their 25th anniversary with a celebration like no other. Held on Friday the 20th of June at the iconic Fleet Air Arm Museum, the spectacular anniversary event brought together volunteers, former patients, crew members, and supporters to honour 25 years of saving lives across Dorset and Somerset.

Laundry day activities spark laughter and memories
Jun 25

Jun 25 Laundry day activities spark laughter and memories

Loop South West
Care, Health, Lifestyle, News

An imaginative morning’s fun dreamed up by the activities co-ordinator at a Wellington dementia care home has had residents sharing reminiscences about their days as young parents with a lounge-based ‘laundry day.’

‘Dairy Crest’ honours former manager’s dedication to care home garden
Jun 24

Jun 24 ‘Dairy Crest’ honours former manager’s dedication to care home garden

Loop South West
Business, Culture, Lifestyle, Care, News

The heartwarming story of pensioner Pete Dalgarno's devotion to his wife Pat, 77, a resident at St Cecilia specialist dementia care home in Shepton Mallet, continues to touch hearts.

Inside Cornwall’s Reuse shops where one man’s trash becomes another man’s treasure
Jun 23

Jun 23 Inside Cornwall’s Reuse shops where one man’s trash becomes another man’s treasure

Loop South West
Business, Environment, Lifestyle, News, Local Authority, Retail

A pogo stick, a prosecco party game and a pair of skis - there really is something for everyone at Kernow Reuse.

New world tapas restaurant opening at Bristol Airport
Jun 23

Jun 23 New world tapas restaurant opening at Bristol Airport

Loop South West
Business, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Hospitality, News, Travel, Retail

Alembic, a new dining experience at Bristol Airport, will be officially opening on Thursday 3 July in the departure lounge serving light bites and supporting local suppliers.

Royal revelry at The Rectory
Jun 22

Jun 22 Royal revelry at The Rectory

Loop South West
Care, Business, Culture, Events, Health, Heritage, Lifestyle, News

Residents and staff at The Rectory Care Home in Taunton came together for a jubilant celebration in honour of His Majesty the King’s Birthday.

Injury Awareness Week: lawyer warns of ‘justice gap’ for victims
Jun 21

Jun 21 Injury Awareness Week: lawyer warns of ‘justice gap’ for victims

Loop South West
News, Professional Services, Legal, Business, Lifestyle

Leading national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP is calling for urgent action to close the growing “justice gap” as shocking “never events” – incidents that should never happen – continue to occur in hospitals, workplaces and on roads across the UK.

Community open day at North Wiltshire Crematorium
Jun 20

Jun 20 Community open day at North Wiltshire Crematorium

Loop South West
Business, Culture, Events, Education, Lifestyle, News

North Wiltshire Crematorium is inviting local people to a community open day in August to find out why it is far more than somewhere for saying farewell to loved ones.

 65-year-old reaches Scotland after running 50 marathons along the coast
Jun 19

Jun 19 65-year-old reaches Scotland after running 50 marathons along the coast

Loop South West
Charity, Health, Lifestyle, News, Education, Sport, Travel

A retired banker who is striving to become the first man over the age of 60 to run the entire coastline of mainland Britain has reached Scotland as he completes his 50th consecutive day of running.

Cornwall MP paired with Exeter academic in research and policy exchange scheme
Jun 18

Jun 18 Cornwall MP paired with Exeter academic in research and policy exchange scheme

Loop South West
Education, Politics

Cornish MP Jayne Kirkham has been paired with a University of Exeter academic to explore how research can inform policy making in the UK.

Bournemouth University is among more than 140 global organisations making International Paramedics Day 2025 the biggest yet
Jun 18

Jun 18 Bournemouth University is among more than 140 global organisations making International Paramedics Day 2025 the biggest yet

Loop South West

Paramedics across the South West are gearing up to celebrate International Paramedics Day (IPD) on July 8, joining more than 140 organisations worldwide in marking the occasion.

Bristol charity is real winner of football fundraiser
Jun 17

Jun 17 Bristol charity is real winner of football fundraiser

Loop South West
Business, Charity, Culture, Events, Health, Lifestyle, Hospitality, News, Sport, Travel

The Bristol-based Grand Appeal charity was the real winner of a fundraising football tournament played between teams from a dozen city hotels.

Fun day out by coach for children
Jun 16

Jun 16 Fun day out by coach for children

Loop South West
Attractions, Charity, Culture, Events, Hospitality, Lifestyle, News, Travel

A group of 32 children from four schools in Weston-super-Mare had a day out by coach as part of the Rotary Children’s Fun Day initiative.

Ukraine representative at memorial service
Jun 15

Jun 15 Ukraine representative at memorial service

Loop South West
Business, Events, Heritage, Lifestyle, News, Politics

More than 200 people attended the Annual Service of Remembrance at Bristol Memorial Woodlands with a Padre from the Ukrainian Army conducting part of the ceremony.

Jun 15
Jun 15 Old Mill announces three new partners

Loop South West
Business, News, Finance, Professional Services

South West financial experts Old Mill have announced three new Partners.

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