Exmouth's Empty ShopsDid you know there were 26 shops empty in Exmouth at the start of this year? The figure isn't rising but what do you think we should we do to keep the town centre looking loved? Any suggestions?

By Rockwell1 at 17:52 on 28/06/09

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Exmouth's Empty Shops

Did you know there were 26 shops empty in Exmouth at the start of this year? The figure isn't rising but what do you think we should we do to keep the town centre looking loved? Any suggestions?

By Rockwell1 at 17:52 on 28/06/09
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What about displays of local craft work / art / photography? Something to really lift the look of the empty windows? Surely there must be local interest groups who could get creative, and it wouldn't have to interfere with anything beyond the window?

Call it Recession-Proof Window Dressing... keep the town centre looking attractive.

By ALGrace at 21:22 on 28/06/09
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Actually, I met with the Exmouth Town Council last week to discuss this very idea, on behalf of the Exmouth Photo Group. The Town Council and one of the larger shop property owners they've spoken with are keen on the idea. It should help to brighten up the town at no additional cost to anyone, so everyone wins. We hope to have some progress on this very soon. I hope you will all soon be enjoying some of our members' photos!

Dave McH (Exmouth Photo Group).

By deemacphotos at 18:33 on 29/06/09
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This idea was very successful last Summer in Torquay under the title Space Invaders but young painters and sculpters were given an opportunity to exhibit and sell work as well. Perhaps we could include their imput too as well as all the photographers!

By ECF09 at 16:17 on 01/07/09
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If anone knows of a free commercial property in or near to Exmouth (not really after one with a shop front) that would be suitable for a photographic studio I am looking for new premisis.. I will also be looking to rent out studio space to other local photographers at reasonable rates for their own projects once this is up and running.

Basic requirements - 1 large room for studio, toilet facilities, 24 hour access.

Pref with - 1 or 2 other small rooms/storage areas.. one for office, one for storage!

I'm open to suggestion so let me know what you have! - email: edd@eddking.com

By eddkingphotography at 12:14 on 25/11/09
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