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26th June 2019

Keeping Fit and Keeping Local

There are many different ways of getting in your 30-minutes of exercise a day, why not mix things up this Summer? Plymouth and its surrounding areas […]
26th June 2019

Summer Days Out

We have officially entered the start of the summer months, which means we should begin to enjoy warmer temperatures, longer days, and some proper sun. We’re […]
26th June 2019

OM Magazine, Issue 126, July 2019

21st June 2019

Bring Your Dog to work Day

The saddest time of the day for most is waving goodbye to their furry friend as they leave for the working day. While there are gadgets […]
28th May 2019

5 Steps to Better Well-being

Improved health and happiness is a goal we all have – it’s the way we aim to achieve it that varies between each individual. Sometimes it’s […]
28th May 2019

Dying Matters: Learning To Talk About It

This editorial has been sponsored by Wyatt Brothers There are many topics and conversations in life that we continuously avoid unless we have to talk about […]
28th May 2019

OM Magazine, Issue 125, June 2019

29th April 2019

OM Magazine, Issue 124, May 2019

26th March 2019

OM Magazine, Issue 123, April 2019

26th March 2019

Business Profile: Shapla Balti Cuisine

Read Shapla Balti Cuisine’s Business Profile in our magazine on pages 14-15, or keep scrolling to read below: Let us introduce to you Mr Moshahid Ali […]
26th March 2019

Business Profile: Kenmare HR

View KenmareHR’s Business Profile in our magazine on pages 30-31, or keep scrolling to read below: HR these days is a necessity for most businesses large […]
26th March 2019

Business Profile: Winston Churchill Memorial Trust

View the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust’s Business Profile in our magazine on pages 34-35, or keep scrolling to read below: Every year, the Winston Churchill Memorial […]
26th March 2019

How to up the Value of your Property

Spring is said to be the best time of year to start renovating your home. The warmer and dryer weather, longer days and the urge to […]
26th March 2019

Record-Breaking Pub Quiz Raises £5,000 for Local Charity Shekinah!

Engineering consultants, Services Design Solution Ltd (SDS) held their 5th annual charity pub quiz at the Walkabout Pub in Plymouth and raised a staggering £5,000 for […]
26th March 2019

Make Your House Lemony Fresh!

There are many things that people associate with spring: whether that be warmer weather, daylight savings time, flowers, the dread of pollen and hayfever! I’ve always […]
25th February 2019

Business Profile: Smeaton Homes & Central Park Towers

View Smeaton Home’s Business Profile in our magazine on pages 12 – 13; or continue scrolling to read the editorial below:   Smeaton Homes is a […]
25th February 2019

OM Magazine, Issue 122, March 2019

29th January 2019

Buying a House Amidst the Uncertainty of Brexit

Continue scrolling to read the blog post below, or view it in our online magazine here (Pages 12-18): With Brexit just around the corner, many of […]
29th January 2019

Exclusive Interview with Peter Andre

Continue scrolling to read the blog post below, or view it in our online magazine here (Pages 20-23): Peter Andre announces his UK tour celebrating 25 […]
29th January 2019

Plymouth Chiropractic Clinic

Continue scrolling to read the blog post below, or view it in our online magazine here (Pages 26-27): The term stress conjures many images, and there […]
29th January 2019

14 Things to do if you’re Single this Valentine’s Day

Continue scrolling to read the blog post below, or view it in our online magazine here (Pages 30-31): Whether you love it or loathe it, Valentine’s […]
29th January 2019

OM Magazine, Issue 121, February 2019

3rd January 2019

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

This year, Cervical Cancer Prevention Week is focusing on reducing the risks of the disease through screening. Despite the 5 minute smear test preventing up to […]
3rd January 2019

Should I Save or Should I Invest?

All the celebrations have come to an end: and after all the parties, food and gifts, your wallet is feeling a bit thinner than usual. The […]
3rd January 2019

Kick Start the Year with Marjon Sports Centre

Marjon Sport and Health centre, situated near Derriford Hospital, is not just for professionals and students. Fully open to the public, the university’s state-of-the-art sports centre […]
3rd January 2019

The Ugly Ducking of Marine Conservation

Out of sight out of mind, seagrasses worldwide are reported by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature to be in decline 7% a year […]
3rd January 2019

Business Profile: Clip n’ Climb Plymouth

Empowering, action-packed fun for everybody! Clip ‘n Climb is an indoor climbing centre filled with over 40 unique climbing challenges, promising an exciting variety of empowering […]
3rd January 2019

Ways to stay healthy this New Year…

January is here, it’s time to kick start those resolutions! If you’re still struggling for a New Year’s resolution for 2019, you can never go wrong […]
3rd January 2019

Business Profile: Westcountry Tile & Bathroom

Westcountry Tile and Bathroom, based in Christian Mill Business Park, has over 25 years experience in supplying and fitting bathrooms and wet rooms. Jamie Shewbrook, owner […]
3rd January 2019

OM Magazine, Issue 120, January 2019

27th November 2018

Business Profile: Still Window Cleaning

Still Window Cleaning Ltd are the definition of a family business. Fred Still started out with a bucket & a sponge in 1982 & throughout the […]
27th November 2018

Business Profile: Gym Bubbas

Initially starting as a humble lifestyle business, Gym Bubbas has gone from strength to strength and has very quickly turned into a highly rated company for […]
27th November 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 119, December 2018

26th October 2018

Plymouth’s spectacular light festival returns to Royal William Yard

The incredible light-based festival, Illuminate, returns to Plymouth’s historic Royal William Yard from 22 to 25 November 2018. The festival offers an immersive experience, with projections […]
26th October 2018

Business Profile: Westcountry Financial

West Country Financial based in Tavistock, will be celebrating their 20th anniversary in December of this year. The well established team of Financial Advisors have a […]
26th October 2018

NHS Self Care Week

NHS staff, patients and carers are being urged to support and help raise awareness of Self Care Week this month, running from the 16th to the […]
26th October 2018

Business Profile: Still Window Cleaning LTD

Still Window Cleaning LTD truly are a family business. Starting out as Fred Still with a bucket and a sponge in 1982 – the business has […]
25th October 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 118, November 2018

1st October 2018

Extra discounts on top brand Range Cookers at Beacon Electrical

Beacon Electrical proudly serves the local area with a huge range of home appliances and fantastic customer service to match. Now entering their busiest period of […]
1st October 2018

Business Profile: Roper James Solicitors

Roper James has a wealth of legal knowledge and pride themselves on their exceptional client care. Established in 2010 to specialise in Personal Injury and Medical […]
1st October 2018

Business Profile: Wyatt Brothers Funeral Directors

Wyatt Brothers Funeral Directors are an independent, family run business based in Stonehouse, Plymouth. With a personal and caring service being at the top of their […]
1st October 2018

St Luke’s Hospice: Elmer’s Big Parade

For 10 weeks in the summer of 2019, a parade of 40 fabulously colourful elephants shall be taking you on a trail around the city of […]
26th September 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 117, October 2018

31st August 2018

Business Profile: Grapevine Transport

Grapevine Transport specialise in same day, contract, overnight and international courier services. Having worked as a Business Development Manager for a large courier company in London, […]
31st August 2018

Business Profile: Hansford Bell

Hansford Bell are fully independent, well established Chartered Financial Planners based in Tavistock with longstanding, happy clients throughout the South West, London and beyond. Business is […]
30th August 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 116, September 2018

15th August 2018

The UK Calendar Girls ghost hunt at Bodmin Jail

On Friday 6th July, the UK Calendar Girls took part in a sponsored Ghost Hunt at the infamous Bodmin Jail, one of the UK’s most haunted […]
28th July 2018

Business Profile: Bennett Wealth Planning

Bennett Wealth Planning is a boutique family business offering bespoke private client wealth management and ongoing financial advice to its clients. Working together at their Yelverton […]
27th July 2018

Business Profile: Q Store Saltash

Julie Mazzoni, Business Centre Manager at Q store describes their function as a ‘one stop business shop’. Offering high security storage facilities, serviced offices, confidential shredding […]
27th July 2018

The Chestnut Appeal: Raising Awareness of Men’s Cancers

Raising awareness of Men’s Cancers is at the heart of everything we do and we aim to make a marked difference to men’s health across the […]
26th July 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 115, August 2018

9th July 2018

Parents slash the High Street prices at Plympton’s second hand market!

Cash savvy parents and mums to be will be flocking to Plympton on Saturday 21st July, when Mum2Mum Market returns to Harewood House. The award winning […]
3rd July 2018

Celebrating 20 years of the National Marine Aquarium

The NMA welcomes around 300,000 visitors per year, including 30,000 school students who engage with their innovative schools programme. Our Editor, Libbi Chapple speaks to some […]
28th June 2018

Business Profile: Moorland Garden Hotel

The Moorland Garden Hotel is located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, a short drive from Plymouth and Tavistock. Nestling in nine acres of picturesque, […]
27th June 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 114, July 2018

29th May 2018

Mens Health Week

This year the focus of the week will be on men and diabetes. Men are more likely to get diabetes, more likely to suffer complications, more […]
29th May 2018

Business Profile: Storage Plymouth

Storage Plymouth is the secure, flexible and inexpensive choice for all home, tradesmen, business and student storage solutions. We speak to the Director, Morgan Phillips and […]
29th May 2018

Business Profile: Gavin Jones Consultancy

As the driving force behind GJC, Gavin has helped numerous companies with growth and development throughout his 20 year career. Gavin Jones Consultancy focuses on small […]
29th May 2018

Business Profile: Plymouth Will Writing Service

John Rio has over 30 years experience in the financial planning industry and having previously been involved in a number of business models- has taken the […]
25th May 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 113, June 2018

2nd May 2018

Business Profile: Kintripper

See where your curiosity takes you; hire a luxury motorhome from plymouth couple Matt and Lisa and get exploring! Matt and Lisa Hugh have been making […]
30th April 2018

Lions Club Plymouth

The Lions Club of Plymouth are part of the ‘International Association of Lions Clubs’ and as such serve 205 countries in regions of the world suffering […]
30th April 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 112, May 2018

27th March 2018

Elmer puts St Lukes ahead of the herd

When it comes to encouraging more open discussion around the sensitive subjects of death and dying, St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth is leading the herd, with a […]
26th March 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 111, April 2018

23rd March 2018

Introducing The Duke of Cornwall’s New Head Chef

Meet Nick Reed – Our New Head Chef! We are delighted to announce that we have appointed a new Head Chef to lead our Award winning […]
26th February 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 110, March 2018

29th January 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 109, February 2018

5th January 2018

OM Recommends: Bistrot Pierre

Bistrot Pierre, located in the stunning Grade I listed New Cooperage building at Royal William Yard; serves Anglo-French dishes, freshly prepared by the chefs every day. […]
5th January 2018

Cervical Cancer Awareness

This year, Cervical Cancer Awareness Week is focusing on reducing the risks of the disease through screening; running from January 22nd until January 28th. With Plymouth […]
4th January 2018

Business Profile: Shapla Balti Cuisine

Mr Moshahid Ali, owner of Shapla Balti Cuisine located on the Ridgeway has been awarded a certificate of excellence for three years running. It’s clear to […]
3rd January 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 108, January 2018

3rd January 2018

OM Magazine, Issue 107, December 2017

27th November 2017

Business Profile: Imperium Plymouth Gym

Imperium Gym has only been in operation since March this year, but it is already going from strength to strength. After speaking to Ben Wadham, Ben […]
30th October 2017

Business Profile: KB Security and Training

From a local security guard job in Tesco Metro, to a self made business man with over 120 staff members .The founder of the business, Kenyon […]
30th October 2017

Business Profile: Bowen in Devon

Austin Burn-Jones once had little faith in Holistic Medicine. He now runs two clinics in Devon after being one of the first in the South West […]
30th October 2017

Business Profile: Richardson’s Legal Services

Established in 2007, Richardson Legal Services are a client friendly firm with experience in a range of specialist Legal Services and Estate Planning Services. We speak […]
30th October 2017

Business Profile: David Cater

With over 30 years experience in the financial industry, it’s safe to say that David Cater has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to advising. […]
26th October 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 106, November 2017

11th October 2017

Original Style: How a house was reborn into a home for a growing family

Bob Duffield and his family now live in this beautiful 19th century villa-style house – here’s his story of how they uncovered its best features and […]
6th October 2017

Business Profile: DCL Vehicle Hire

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 […]
27th September 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 105, October 2017

6th September 2017

Business Profile: Signs Express

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

Global Firm Generates Exciting Employment Opportunities

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 […]
25th August 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 104, September 2017

31st July 2017

Ed Buckingham- 7 Summits

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 […]
26th July 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 103, August 2017

20th July 2017

Drake’s Island swim- Chestnut Appeal

The second annual Chestnut Appeal Drakes Island swim took place on Saturday 15th July.   This swim saw over 100 participants who set off from the […]
3rd July 2017

Not Your Usual Campsite!

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

Business Profile- Inch Recycling Solutions LTD

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 […]
26th June 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 102, July 2017

31st May 2017

Operation Henry- Pancreatic Cancer Charity

Any cancer diagnosis is incredibly difficult to hear, a truly life changing moment for both the individual diagnosed and their family, but for those diagnosed with […]
31st May 2017

Plymouth’s Lighthouse History

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 […]
26th May 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 101, June 2017

27th April 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 107, December 2017

27th April 2017

Plymouth Estates – Business Profile

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 […]
26th April 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 100, May 2017

28th March 2017

Autism Awareness

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- Business Profile

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

Swaye Electrical Services – Business Profile

We speak to Ashley Ward, the owner of Swaye Electrical Services to find out more about his background and how his business has grown. Ashley Ward […]
27th March 2017

K9 Meals on Wheels & K9 Splash Hydrotherapy- Business Profile

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 […]
27th March 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 99, April 2017

17th March 2017

The OM Team get invited to the launch of Marco Pierre White’s new Steakhouse

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

Halo Hairdressing – Business Profile

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

Westward Trust – Business Profile

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

Business Profile – Original Style

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

Mortgage Advice Bureau – Plymouth’s Best Businesses and Entrepreneurs

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 […]
27th February 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 98, March 2017

26th January 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 97, February 2017

3rd January 2017

OM Magazine, Issue 96, January 2017

29th November 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 95, December 2016

31st October 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 94, November 2016

27th September 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 93, October 2016

2nd August 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 91, August 2016

27th June 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 90, July 2016

26th May 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 89, June 2016

4th May 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 88, May 2016

30th March 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 87, April 2016

23rd February 2016

OM Magazine, Issue 86, March 2016

1st February 2016

Karl Welburn of Print, Copy, Scan

Determination, drive and enthusiasm would be three words OM would use to perfectly capture the essence of Karl Welburn, Managing Director of Print, Copy, Scan. PCS is a Plymouth based […]
1st February 2016

What is a Will dispute and what, exactly, is “Contentious Probate”?

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

Riverford Vegetables are the Star of the Show

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

Onward and Upward for New Local Taxi Company Merger

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

EXCLUSIVE Interview with Leona Lewis

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 Busy Year Ahead for the Team at Radio Plymouth

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 […]
27th January 2016

The OM, Issue 85, February 2016

15th January 2016

Mark Harrad of Synergy Chartered Accountants

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 of Optimus Performance Marketing

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

Gables Farm: A New Year’s Resolution You Can Keep

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

History Runs Deep in Devon

It may seem hard to believe, but some of the most important and influential figures in the history of Great Britain came from Devon. They have […]
7th January 2016

Eating in the Riverford Field Kitchen is Something To Remember

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 […]
7th January 2016

The OM, Issue 84, January 2016

24th November 2015

The OM, Issue 83, December 2015

3rd November 2015

Latest Advice from the Family Law Company

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

Mike Freeman of Jobel

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 […]
26th October 2015

Oracle Magazine, issue 82, November 2015

16th September 2015

Right Price PVCu

As part of our new six-monthly feature, The Oracle decides who wins Plymouth’s Best Business and Entrepreneurs. Congratulations to Sarah and Travis, company directors of Right Price PVCu and […]