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Must-Do Hikes When Visiting Iceland

Iceland is welcoming more and more British tourists with every passing year. 2025 was a great year for tourism in the country, and 2026 is expected to be better still. Iceland holidays are a great way to reconnect with nature – and with whomever you’re sharing the adventure with.

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Simplifying Divorce: Navigating the Process in the UK Through Online Platforms

Divorce — it's a heavy word, carrying with it a multitude of emotions and complexities. But what if I told you there's a way to navigate through this challenging process with a little less stress? Welcome to the world of online divorce platforms, where convenience meets efficiency. In this article, we'll delve into what online divorce platforms are, how they work, and why they might just be...

Devon Farm Kitchen makes history with revolutionary eco approach

Devon Farm Kitchen, the young social enterprise committed to raising funds for Rowcroft Hospice, is the first organisation in the country and across the world to operate a frozen meal delivery service using reusable ceramic crockery. With its commitment to sustainability and a 'zero landfill' ethos, Devon Farm Kitchen's innovative use of returnable and reusable ceramic plates and bowls...

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University Centre South Devon: It's not too late to apply for college or university

Do you have aspirations to go on to higher education but missed the initial deadline for applying?

University Centre South Devon, part of South Devon College, wants to remind people that from February 28th they have another chance to apply through UCAS Extra.

“This is a great opportunity to gain a place at college or university up until July 4th, “said Hannah Davies, Head of...

Plymouth pupils celebrate LGBT+ History Month

Plymouth pupils have been celebrating LGBT+ History Month this month with children from Marine Academy Primary’s Academy Parliament leading a LGBT+ assembly for Key Stage 2.

LGBT+ History Month runs for the whole of February and was first celebrated in 2005. The overall aim of LGBT+ History month is to promote equality and diversity for the benefit of the public. This is done by...

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Families invited to help shape future support services

Devon County Council is inviting families, professionals and community organisations to help shape services that support young families

The council is changing the way that young families are supported at Children’s Centres, and is inviting those who use the services, as well as professionals and community groups, to help influence the changes.

It follows a national move,...

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Tesco grant helps to provide bereavement support for young people

Devon children experiencing the distressing and isolating impact of grief will benefit from £3,000 to provide much-needed support.

Young people’s charity Balloons received the funding from Tesco’s Stronger Starts scheme, which awards grants to charities and community organisations that make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

The charity has been...

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X-Factor Winner Joins New-Look Children’s Activities Week 2024

Children’s Activities Week (CAW), the UK’s largest annual celebration of children’s activities and fundraising event is set to return on 13th – 19th May 2024 with a brand-new look and celebrity ambassador.

Once again What’s On 4 Kids have teamed up with national charity, Caudwell Children , to bring the exciting week of fun and fundraising to the children’s activities sector which...

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Franco Manca to open new restaurant in Plymouth

Pizza lovers of Plymouth rejoice! The acclaimed sourdough pizza pioneer Franco Manca is set to open the doors of its brand-new Plymouth restaurant on Monday 11th March, bringing its authentic Neapolitan pizzas to the city for the first time.

Nearly 16 years since it opened its first restaurant in London’s Brixton Market in 2008, the much-loved brand is opening its debut Plymouth site...

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Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth in September

Following a sell-out tour of the best-selling crime novel of all time, And Then There Were None , Agatha Christie Ltd, Fiery Angel and Lucy Bailey (director of the West End hit Witness for the Prosecution) will bring Ken Ludwig’s adaptation of another Agatha Christie classic to the stage in 2024. The UK & Ireland tour of Murder on the Orient Express will open on 6 September at the Lowry...

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Hair at the Academy shines a spotlight of hope for Exeter’s homeless community

Exeter-based Hair at The Academy (HATA) is making waves of positive change for those who need it most. They will shine a spotlight on supporting people experiencing homelessness in the city with their remarkable work in the community by extending their free education provision to empower those most in need.

Following the resounding success of their pilot projects where they ran...

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