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Theatre Royal Plymouth delivers major boost to South West economy

Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) has announced it has delivered an estimated £53.3 million economic impact in the city of Plymouth and the wider South West region during the financial year 2024/2025, up from £45.9m the previous year and marking the most successful period in the...

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Unveiling the Heartbreak of a Dementia Diagnosis with David Shepherd

Alzheimer's is a heart-wrenching disease that inflicts relentless pain and sorrow on both you and your loved one. Witnessing the gradual decline of someone close to you can leave you feeling helpless and devastated. With each passing day, it feels as though you are not only losing a part of them but also a part of you.

One of the most agonising parts is the beginning before their...

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Roland Pym Murals revealed at Buckland Abbey

On view for the first time in 10 years, the National Trust’s Buckland Abbey has uncovered all four murals created by artist Roland Pym during the 1950s in the Nave gallery.

From Monday 5 June, visitors will be able to see and discover more about these paintings which were originally commissioned in the 1950s by Plymouth Museum and Art Gallery [1], with the support of the Astor family...

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Award-winning Devon restaurant returns after three year absence

An award-winning restaurant in Devon set within an iconic manor house hotel is relaunching following a three-year absence.

The Great Western Grill at Bovey Castle in Dartmoor is set to welcome guests once again following a £1.2m investment into the kitchen and new guest areas, with the restaurant officially opening on Friday, June 30.

The new menu is inspired by British...

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Things every homeowner should learn to do

One of the things every homeowner should learn to do is occasional repairs and maintenance at home. Whilst certain home repairs require help from a professional worker, others can be handled by yourself.

When you develop abilities to do the house maintenance yourself, consequently you become a more self-sufficient homeowner and can save up some money too. Continue reading this...

Bellway customers can save up to £15,000 when purchasing a new home at Fox Mill Gardens in Willand.

New Bellway scheme offers house-hunters up to £15,000 towards their new home in Devon

Bellway is launching a flexible new incentive called ‘Your Home, Your Way’ to offer new house-hunters in Devon up to £15,000 towards their new home.

The housebuilder, which is currently building 125 new homes at its Fox Mill Gardens development in Willand, is offering purchasers the huge saving either through a mortgage subsidy, or a deposit contribution, or towards extras or upgrades...

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Local Organisations Unite to Fly into the Future

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) teams up with local business, View It 360 to offer virtual reality tours to the people of Devon.

View It 360 supported DAA in the production of a full 360 degree tour of one of the charities lifesaving helicopters, providing incredible insight and access to the cockpit and other areas which would normally be out of bounds to the public.

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From Chaos to Calm: Turn Your Home into a Tranquil Space with These Top Tips

Our home is our sanctuary, a space for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. But too often, we overlook the potential of our outdoor spaces to provide the same solace. Garden areas can be turned into a tranquil oasis, a place to escape the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. Furniture Village, a leading home furnishings retailer, sheds light on how to make the most of our gardens this spring...

Knowing the Nuts and Bolts About Nuts and Bolts

When it comes to DIY and home maintenance, knowing your nuts and bolts is going to save you time, money, and a whole lot of hassle at the end of the day. That is why coming to grips with the nuts and bolts about bolts and nuts is an important part of getting your toolbox and home renovation goodies in order.

In this article, we are going to take you through some of the basic nuts and...

Lifeworks BBC Radio Devon The Together Award

Lifeworks named as finalist of the BBC Radio Devon Make a Difference Awards

We are delighted to announce that Lifeworks Learning Disability Champions have been shortlisted as finalist in the BBC Radio Devon Make A Difference Awards 2023 , in The Together Award Category. The Together Award is awarded to an individual or group of people who inspire diverse communities to come together. They do this by creating real change and breaking down barriers, bringing people from...

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£12,000 to help military families in need

A Honiton based charity, which has helped members of the military and their families to get the funerals they deserve, has been given a donation of £12,000.

The donation to The Bastion Baton Trust, known as ‘The Baton' is thanks to the generosity of families who have funerals at East Devon Crematorium and agree for any metals which remain after cremation to be recycled.

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