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11th October 2017
A year after our first visit, we catch up with Geoff and Carolyn, owners of G P Service, about their appliance-repair business and its success. This […]
6th October 2017
The DCL Group consists of Devon Couriers, DCL Vehicle Hire, and most recently, Plymouth Taxi Van. Rupert Wills, the owner, originally set up his business from […]
6th October 2017
Ashley Smith took over H.M Williams Chartered accountants in January 2015, a natural progression from his starting point as an employee. A year after our first […]
6th September 2017
20 years ago, Chris Reilly left the Navy and opened the Plymouth branch of Signs Express. He’s part of the largest signs company in the UK […]
4th September 2017
Sitel UK, part of the Acticall Sitel group; originated in the US 30 years ago. Since then, their rapid growth plan has led to the Company […]
31st July 2017
Imagine having the chance to climb the highest mountain in the world. Imagine being the First and only Cornishman to date to climb Everest. In 2011 […]
3rd July 2017
Now the sun has decided to (hopefully!) make a permanent appearance, you might be thinking of ways in which you can make the most of it. […]
29th June 2017
Mark Hinchliffe, Owner of Inch Recycling Solutions Ltd clearly loves what he does. Walking around the 9,000 sq ft warehouse in Filham, Ivybridge- there is definitely […]
31st May 2017
Everyone knows of the iconic Smeaton’s Tower standing proud on Plymouth Hoe, but did you know that it is the third of four Eddystone Lighthouses? These […]
27th April 2017
Plymouth Estates are a letting agent covering Plymouth and the surrounding areas. Having been established for over 11 years, we visit the owner, Michael Mann at […]
27th April 2017
With Chris Kallis gradually tapering down his involvement within his solicitor’s firm in order to enjoy a well-earned retirement, it’s up to his son, Abe Kallis […]
28th March 2017
The ninth annual World Autism Day is 2nd April 2017, but what is autism, and how can you participate? Read on to learn more about the […]
27th March 2017
Plymouth Garden Machinery is a family-run business dedicated to the sale, service and repair of garden machinery in Plymouth, the South Hams, West Devon and East […]
27th March 2017
It is obvious that K9 Meals on Wheels and K9 Splash Hydrotherapy are dedicated and compassionate. We speak to Tracy and Shane at their impressive hydrotherapy […]
17th March 2017
MARCO PIERRE WHITE ‘STEAKS’ HIS REPUTATION AT GRAND OPENING OF PLYMOUTH RESTAURANT Our Editor, Libbi Chapple, our Graphic Designer & Photographer, Tom Coles and our Sales […]
27th February 2017
Julie Wotton and Sarah Jury, owners of Halo Hairdressing located in Crownhill Village, are now coming up to their 8th year of ownership since taking over […]
27th February 2017
When they met in 1992, Derek worked for Scottish Widows and John was an IFA in the City of Plymouth. Fast forward 24 years, multiple business […]
27th February 2017
For over 30 years Original Style has been manufacturing tiles using a combination of raw materials, traditional techniques and a skilled and dedicated workforce. They have […]
27th February 2017
It’s not every day you get to meet one of the country’s best mortgage advisors, and yet, I’ve just shaken hands with a man who is […]
26th January 2017
Buying a brand new car might come with lots of perks, but they lose on average more than 27% of their value in the first 12 […]
26th January 2017
Beacon Electrical proudly serves the local area with a huge range of home appliances and fantastic customer service to match. We speak with Mark Higgins, one […]
26th January 2017
Struggling for ideas on how to keep the kids busy? Why not take them to Jump? The exciting soft play area, based at the Christian Mill […]
26th January 2017
Standing proudly at the top of Crownhill village is a solicitor’s firm which has served its community for almost 40 years. The team at Evans Harvey […]
26th January 2017
To take a company and triple its turnover is no mean feat. To do it in four years and keep a good sense of humour is […]
6th January 2017
Did you know that the Sports Centre at University of St Mark & St John is open to all? The impressive centre, situated near Derriford Hospital, […]
30th December 2016
Westcountry Tile & Bathroom, based in Christian Mill Business Park, has 25 years experience in supplying and fitting bathrooms and wet rooms. No job is too […]
28th December 2016
This month we interviewed the owner Tech Surveys, headed by Plymouth-born, Mick Quick. Mick carries out Energy Performance Certificates and Legionella risk assessments. This is not […]
30th November 2016
We last spoke to Karl Welburn of Print, Copy, Scan in February this year, and a lot has changed since. As 2016 draws to a close, […]
30th November 2016
The Reluctant Salesman – Creating the freedom to sell. We speak with Martin Miller about how he’s pulling apart the stereotypical, pushy salesperson image, and how […]
31st October 2016
On the beautiful grounds of Boringdon Hall, nestled on the edge of Dartmoor, lies an oasis of tranquility. The Gaia Spa is the perfect place to […]
31st October 2016
In this issue we managed to catch up with one of Plymouth’s biggest and best hard flooring specialists, Andy Russell of Russell’s Flooring. We were invited […]
4th October 2016
Remember! The clocks go back at 1am on Sunday 30th October We know what you’re thinking – we’ve only just put them forward! But Winter-lovers can […]
4th October 2016
Most of the summer tourists have left, so we can enjoy a walk or a drive without bumping into caravans and large groups of excited children. […]
4th October 2016
We got chatting with Geoff and Carolyn, owners of GP Service, about their appliance-repair business and its success. This “proper husband-and-wife business” is now in its […]
4th October 2016
This issue we caught up with Greenfield Kitchens owner Joe Grünleitner. As the surname suggests, Joe is originally from Germany – Nürnberg, Bavaria to be precise, […]
30th August 2016
Barry W.P. Bennett & Sons is the successful Yelverton based branch working with Raymond James Investment Services Ltd. We speak to Barry Bennett about his past, […]
30th August 2016
Refurnish is changing the face of second-hand furniture shops, benefiting the environment, the volunteers and employees, and the customers. We speak with David, Chief Executive, about […]
9th August 2016
Mike LeGassick has been offering financial advice for over 20 years, but he’s not your standard Independent Financial Advisor… “People either live too long or die […]
5th August 2016
Mortgage Advice Bureau South West is celebrating a win at the ‘Oscars’ of the mortgage industry as broker James Webster has scooped the ‘Best Broker: First […]
2nd August 2016
The Plymouth Business Network has been meeting every week for almost five years. We meet the women who make use of the network to help their […]
8th July 2016
Business and performance coaching has become popular over time in major cities in the UK, and Andrew Holland is bringing Effectus Coaching and Development to the […]
7th July 2016
Chris Reilly is the centre owner of the Plymouth branch of Signs Express. We rely on signs everyday to tell us where to go and where we […]
1st July 2016
Malcolm Harrison is perhaps the most eccentric and unique accountant you’ll ever meet – something which he admits himself. We’re invited into the offices of MH […]
27th June 2016
You can tell a lot about a person from the books they have on their shelves, writes Duncan Little. And 51 year old entrepreneur Trevor Worth, […]
3rd June 2016
DUKE OF CORNWALL HOTEL You don’t have to be staying at the Duke of Cornwall Hotel to have dinner in their restaurant. We arrived early so […]
27th May 2016
Did you know, you can pick up the most sustainable, tasty and nutritious takeaway from Kingfisher Fish and Chips in Plympton? Owners Craig and Nikki and […]
4th May 2016
Matthew Johns has good cause to be happy. He has just celebrated his 40th birthday and in the same week his team at the Mortgage Advice […]
4th April 2016
The story behind solicitor Chris Kallis’ meteoric rise is not only fascinating but one which OM finds to be quite inspirational. We arrive at his offices, […]
1st February 2016
If you asked 50 people at random what they consider to be a “Will dispute”, do not be surprised to receive 50 different answers. Whether this […]
1st February 2016
Welcome to The Field Kitchen, our friendly restaurant and pub. Expect a feast of freshly-picked seasonal produce straight from our fields, with organic meat and fish […]
1st February 2016
In July 2015, Plymcabs joined forces with one of the largest operators in Plymouth, Crownhill Taxi Services Ltd. Crownhill Taxis established itself in the 1950s and […]
29th January 2016
Since her meteoric rise to global fame, Leona Lewis’s incredible voice has captivated millions of people across the world. She’s broken countless sales records and smashed […]
29th January 2016
A General Election, a visit from HM the Queen and the debate over the future of Drake’s Island were just some of the major stories covered […]
29th January 2016
Right Price PVCu, based in Plympton’s Newnham Industrial Estate, has kicked off to a booming start in 2016. Since OM last spoke to Sarah and Travis […]
15th January 2016
One of the first things that became apparent is that Mark of Synergy Chartered Accountants is a very family-oriented man. His daughter Lexi is his “little […]
7th January 2016
Mark Russell is a busy man. Very busy. He is CEO at Optimus Performance Marketing in Plymouth and has additional business interests with Marshall Motors and […]
7th January 2016
Sponsor an unwanted and abandoned dog or cat from Gables Farm Dogs & Cats Home In common with a lot of re-homing centres we find that […]
7th January 2016
We think great food tastes even better when you enjoy it with other people, so you will share your table with fellow diners for a feast […]
3rd November 2015
Christmas – a time for fun, excitement, and, oh, family conflict? By Alexandra Boardman Alexandra Boardman from The Family Law Company in Plymouth considers the best […]
26th October 2015
One of the first things you notice when you drive into Jobel in Millbay Road, Plymouth, is the fluttering of the Union Flags outside the Kitchen […]
