Bude & Greater Area Chamber of Commerce

25/10/2026

25/10/2026

What a day! Today's storm has left trees down across Devon and Cornwall, roads blocked and plenty of homes without power. 🌳⚡

If you’re a second-home owner watching the news from miles away, I know how unsettling it is not to know how your property has fared.

That’s exactly what my Essential Home Watch is for.

Over the coming days I’ll be:
✔️ Checking for storm damage, fallen trees and loose roof tiles
✔️ Looking for signs of water getting in
✔️ Checking fridges and freezers after power cuts
✔️ Making sure everything is safe and secure
✔️ Sending you photos and a clear update, so you know where things stand

If you’d like me to check on your property, send me a message or drop me an email. I’ll get to you as soon as I can.

Local Knowledge. Personal Service. Peace of Mind.

25/10/2026

On December 19th we're hosting a little Christmas joy up at the farm. If there are any local craft or food producers who would be interested in a stand to sell, please drop me an email.
[email protected]

25/10/2026

As the leaves begin to fall and the evenings draw in, it’s a great opportunity to take stock and think about what matters most.🍂

Have you thought about making a Will, but you've been putting it off? Take this as a sign📝

Making a Will is an important step towards protecting your family and planning for the future. We are here to help you take that step with confidence.🙌🏼

📩 Get in touch with us to discuss making your Will.

◾Pro-law Consultancy is a Consultant Practice of Nexa Law Limited, which is Authorised and Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority◾

25/10/2026

25/10/2026

25/10/2026

Would you talk to a friend that way?

Listen to the way you talk to yourself.

Would you speak to a friend in the same way?

“You're useless.”

“You should have done better.”

“Why can't you get your act together?”

“You always get things wrong.”

Probably not.

If a friend was struggling, you'd probably be much kinder.

You'd remind them that everyone makes mistakes.

That they're doing their best.

That one difficult day doesn't define them.

So perhaps we could offer ourselves some of that same kindness.

You don't have to believe every critical thought that pops into your head.

And you don't have to be your own harshest critic.

Try speaking to yourself today as you would speak to someone you care about.

25/10/2026

If admin is taking up more of your time than it should, Belle Vie Admin may be able to help.

We offer flexible virtual admin support, including inbox and diary management, invoicing, document formatting, research and the jobs that keep getting pushed down the list.

Support is available from just five hours per month, so you only pay for the time you need.

Get in touch for an informal chat about how we could support you.

19/10/2026

New member feature: Simply Wills Sarah Woodward 🤩

Sarah Woodward started Simply Wills last year and is now an affiliate partner of Secure Inheritance Legal Services. She is a friendly, approachable professional estate planner who helps individuals and families protect the people, pets and possessions they love. Sarah provides straightforward, affordable support with wills, trusts and lasting powers of attorney—without confusing legal jargon.

She also has her fingers in a few other pies and is highly recommended for her personal, inclusive and down-to-earth approach.

Email her at: [email protected] 👈