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Toby’s Garden Festival Reveals Official 2026 Line-Up

Set against the stunning backdrop of Powderham Castle on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May 2026 (10am–5pm), Toby’s Garden Festival has revealed an exciting programme of expert speakers and special guests set to headline this year’s event. Building on the 2026 theme of Discovery, the festival’s...

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New careers programme to help primary school children dream big about their future

A new primary school careers programme is aiming to encourage more than 15,000 primary school pupils in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay to dream big about their future careers.

The Devon, Plymouth and Torbay Careers Hub is part of Start Small Dream Big - a new £2.6 million nationwide programme designed to help children from disadvantaged backgrounds to think about careers and gain an...

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Devon Air Ambulance charity shop Manager performed life-saving CPR when covering for another colleague

Ali Gibbett, Assistant Manager of the Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) Barnstaple charity shop performed lifesaving CPR when a member of the public suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in Bideford.

Ali’s normal place of work is the DAA charity shop in Barnstaple, however, last October Ali was covering the charity's Bideford shop when she was suddenly faced with an emergency situation soon after...

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Tom Fletcher’s The Creakers to launch at Theatre Royal Plymouth

International singer-songwriter and best-selling author, Tom Fletcher (McFly), brings his smash-hit book, The Creakers, to the stage in a brand-new musical perfect for young people and brave adults!

The world premiere stage production of The Creakers will begin its journey at Theatre Royal Plymouth from 25 October – 02 November with tickets going on sale to the general public on the...

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People asked to choose the right service as Devon’s NHS prepares for busy half-term

People in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay are being urged to do their bit to relieve pressure at busy hospitals by making use of NHS 111 and local urgent treatment centres and minor injury units this half-term.

Emergency Departments (EDs) at all the county’s hospitals are currently seeing very high demand, and many have ambulances outside waiting to handover patients.

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Stagecoach teams up with local mental health organisations to make a difference to Lympstone school pupils for Children's Mental Health Week.

Stagecoach South West took a wellbeing bus to Lympstone Primary School on Friday 9th February as part of Children’s Mental Health Week to empower young people.

The carefully crafted sessions for students in years 5 and 6 included a wellbeing workshop on board the bus followed by a physical activity session led by Tom Johnson, founder of PlusEd digital platform which focuses on...

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Could you volunteer for your local Guide Dogs fundraising group?

The local branch of sight loss charity Guide Dogs is looking for new volunteers in the Torbay area.

They’re looking for people to join the local fundraising group, which organises community events and collections to help raise much-needed funds.

The charity relies on donations to keep its vital services running and has local fundraising groups across the country. This means...

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Data Reveals the Most Romantic Places in Devon for Couples

Devon is full of romantic places, with plenty of picturesque towns, elegant historic buildings as well as beautiful landscapes and beaches. As we approach Valentine’s Day, local experts at Sweetcombe Cottage Holidays have revealed the most romantic places in Devon for couples.

The Devon holiday cottages company...

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7 Important Home Security Upgrades

In an era where safety and security are paramount, ensuring your home is equipped with the latest security features is more important than ever. From advanced locking systems to smart home integration, there are numerous ways to enhance your home's defence against intruders. Here are seven crucial upgrades to consider for bolstering your home security.

1. High-Security Door Locks

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Gidleigh Park retains its Michelin star

Gidleigh Park and Executive Head Chef Chris Eden are celebrating the news that Gidleigh Park has retained its Michelin star , following the release of the Michelin Guide 2024.

The biggest date in the UK’s culinary calendar, this year’s Michelin Guide was announced at a live event held at Manchester’s Midland Hotel on Monday 5 February, in front of an audience including many of the...

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Take a walk on the wild side at the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary

With spring just around the corner, visitors to The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth can discover some of the wildlife that live in and around the sanctuary with Drizzle’s Green Guardians Trail.

The sanctuary is home to thousands of insects, animals and plants, and they rely on donkeys like Drizzle and his pals to boost biodiversity on the land. Whether they are grazing the meadows or...

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