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20 major airports in the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands, ranked by family-friendliness

The summer holidays are here – school's out and weary families will be jetting off for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. But travelling with children can be difficult. Packing for little ones, tears and tantrums at the airport, and queue after queue can cause stress before you've even taken off. So Netflights.com has come up with the ultimate guide to family-friendly airports around the...

Transformation of historic mill in Ivybridge begins with the launch of new homes

The transformation of Stowford Mill is underway and on Saturday 28 July, members of the public will be given the opportunity to reserve one of the new three, four or five bedroom homes being created at this unique location.

Held at The Watermark in Ivybridge between 10am - 3pm, the event gives prospective homeowners the chance to meet with Burrington Estates – the South West-based...

Council grants planning permission for 14 new homes in Colebrook, Plympton

Plymouth City Council has granted South West property developer, Burrington Estates New Homes, planning permission for the creation of 14 new luxury homes on the former site of Colebrook House in Plympton.

Following discussions with the planning committee, a recommendation to approve from officers of Plymouth City Council, local councillors and the general public, planning permission...

Evita comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth

The story of an ordinary woman’s meteoric rise to power at a time of extraordinary political unrest comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth from Tuesday 14 – Saturday 18 August.

Telling the story of Eva Perón, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Perón, Evita follows Eva’s journey, which ultimately led her to be heralded as the ‘spiritual leader of the nation’ by the Argentine people. Lucy O...

Tanzania: The most romantic place on Earth? Honeymooners certainly think so…

It’s one of Africa’s many gems and now Tanzania has been named the top honeymoon hotspot on the planet.

Over a sixth of newlywed couples choose the East African nation as their post-wedding destination of choice, according to a new study conducted by holiday experts Tanzania Odyssey .

17% of honeymooners chose Tanzania in a recent survey, ahead of the likes of Hawaii, the...

The Ultimate Holiday Planning Guide: 6 Tips for a Stress-Free Trip

While it probably won’t be difficult to have a brilliant time abroad, getting to and from your destination can be more than a little bit stressful. As a result, it could blight the whole experience.

If you are planning a break abroad soon, you will want to ensure you have an enjoyable holiday from start to finish. Check out the following six tips for a stress-free trip.

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Plymouth College of Art appoints Paul Fieldsend-Danks as Academic Dean

Plymouth College of Art has appointed Paul Fieldsend-Danks in the new role of Academic Dean, as part of the College’s continued development as a distinctive and innovative specialist Higher Education Institution (HEI), undergoing the year-long process of scrutiny on its journey to achieving Taught Degree-Awarding Powers (TDAP) and university title.

Paul will have academic oversight of...

Plympton Academy given Gold Award by Woodland Trust

Plympton Academy has been given a Gold Award by the Woodland Trust for its commitment to planting trees on the school site.

The students have also grown wild flowers, made bat boxes and sited insect houses. Over the past two years the school has successfully achieved the Trust's Bronze and Silver Awards and have now received the Gold.

The school was presented with an...

New Children's book can help us all find happiness

New illustrated children’s book ‘Finding Ray’s Key’ by Sam Goddard shows that real happiness is possible - and it’s beautifully simple.

At a time when many parents, carers, and children lead disconnected and digitalised lives, the book offers a gentle reminder of the idea of connection - to ourselves, to others, to nature and the real world around us.

For Author Sam Goddard –...

“It is brilliant to have someone to talk to,” says local young cancer patient

Each year, around 20 teenagers and young adults are treated at the Derriford Hospital, Plymouth following a cancer diagnosis. Teenage Cancer Trust, the UK charity dedicated to supporting these young people provides a locally based service ensuring every patient can access age-appropriate care and support.

Teenage Cancer Trust has completed a roll out of its innovative Nursing and...

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