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Former Plymouth School Leader Martin Brook Shortlisted for National Lifetime Achievement Award

Lipson Co-operative Academ y, part of the Ted Wragg Trust , is proud to announce that former headteacher Martin Brook has been shortlisted for the Lifetime Achievement Award in the prestigious Pearson National Teaching Awards 2026.

This national recognition celebrates Martin’s...

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Book tokens donated to Devon primary school after fire damage

A Devon primary school has benefitted by getting new books from social housing provider for the South West LiveWest following a fire on its premises.

Lamerton C of E Primary School, near Tavistock, suffered from a fire earlier this year which caused extensive smoke damage to the school site including damage to the books in the library. The school temporarily moved to the village...

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Devon restaurant celebrates its first anniversary with legendary chefs

Darts Farm celebrated the first anniversary of its new restaurant, The Farm Table, in July by welcoming two iconic chefs to take over the kitchen for the evening. Great British Menu winner, Mark Hix and local seafood hero, Mitch Tonks, created a unique 5-course seasonal menu, combining their celebrated styles with produce from the fields at Darts Farm and incredible artisan ingredients from...

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Choosing the Perfect Roller Skates: A Guide for Beginners

Roller skating is an exhilarating and enjoyable activity that appeals to individuals of all ages. Whether you seek a fresh way to maintain an active lifestyle, means of transportation, or simply a delightful outing, roller skating provides a unique experience unmatched by any other activity. However, for beginners, navigating the multitude of skate options can be challenging. Fret not...

Devon welcomes its second Brightside Roadside restaurant

Loungers, the leading national all-day café-bar and restaurant operator based in Bristol, has opened its second site in Devon and third Brightside overall.

Following on from the opening of Brightside Saltash, which opened in June, and Brightside Exeter, which launched in February, Brightside Honiton now welcomes travellers on the A303.

Replicating the interiors from its...

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Keep camping: experts share the ultimate guide as judge rules in favour of wild camping

As High Court judges rule that campers can pitch tents overnight in Dartmoor National Park, experts at Blacks have put together their ultimate UK wild camping guide, including top tips and advice on rules:

Choose your location wisely:

Look for areas that are suitable for camping, such as national parks and forests as opposed to private land and farmland...

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Powderham Food Festival returns

Mark your calendars for a delectable weekend of culinary delights as the eagerly anticipated Powderham Food Festival makes its return on 7th and 8th October 2023 at the iconic Powderham Castle. This year's festival is bigger and better than ever, with a special treat for all attendees - FREE admission! The Powderham Food Festival promises an unforgettable experience, bringing together over...

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How Gamblers Have Been Using Hidden Strategies to Win at Slot Games

Slot games have become incredibly popular in the online gaming world. It’s easy to see why – with their inviting display of lights, music, and fun animations, they provide a great way for players to try their luck at winning big jackpots.

However, some know how to use strategies for choosing online slots . This blog post will explore how gamblers have been able to exploit this system...

Devon Communities Encouraged to Join a Challenge and Move More this August

Active Devon launch free Active Summer Challenge for families and friends

With the holidays upon us, and longer, lighter days, now is the perfect time for adults and children to get into a summer routine of being active daily. Whether being outside in nature or moving more indoors, staying active as a family or with a group of friends can be a great way to spend time together and improve...

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New family musical Alice in Wonderland, co-produced by Theatre Royal Plymouth, opens this week

Following a successful opening run in Liverpool, the funked-up remix of Lewis Carroll’s classic, Alice in Wonderland, adapted by Stockroom, opens at Theatre Royal Plymouth this week (1–5 August).

A riotous musical adventure for all the family, Alice in Wonderland features original new music inspired by the best of British pop, by Olivier Award winner Vikki Stone. The show opened at...

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