Charities

Devon community pub operator celebrates raising £6,500 for the Poppy Appeal with epic 200-mile walk

Dave Cooper, operator of The Exchange pub in Ivybridge, is celebrating after raising over £6,000 for the Poppy Appeal through an epic 200-mile+ coastline walk, stopping at 21 Craft Union pubs on the way.

Over the course of ten brutal days, three locals, military veteran Lysa Orr, Chris Roud and Dave, commonly known as the ‘Crafty Trio’ for their love of Craft Union, took on a walk...

Ladram Bay Holiday Park partners with Balloons to support bereaved children in Devon

Ladram Bay Holiday Park has chosen local bereavement charity Balloons as its charity partner for 2026, supporting vital work with children and young people who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives.

The park will fundraise for Balloons through a series of activities, including a traditional school sports day in May and staff taking part in challenges such...

Rowcroft Hospice’s Sleep Walk steps back into Torbay for 2026

One of South Devon’s most-loved charity events is set to make its long-awaited return, as Rowcroft Hospice announces The Sleep Walk — proudly sponsored by Majestic Tours — will take place on Saturday 20 June 2026 from 6pm. Super Early Bird tickets are available now from just £17 — but only for a limited time.

The much-missed event promises a night of music, fun, heartfelt moments,...

Oddfellows Friendship, Fun and Plenty of Turkish Delight!

Oddfellows Friendship Groups Celebrate a Delightful March

Members of the Oddfellows Friendship Groups in Redruth, Truro and Plymouth enjoyed a series of warm, lively gatherings this March, bringing together friendship, laughter and a taste of adventure.

A highlight of the events was a fascinating illustrated talk titled ‘ Travels in Turkey’ .

The guest speaker took members...

Totnes musicians unite for Rowcroft fundraiser in memory of local resident

A group of well-known South Devon musicians are coming together on 25th March 2026 at the Barrel House Ballroom in Totnes for a special fundraising concert in memory of much-loved local singer Sue Bradshaw. The aim of the event, titled “Friends in Harmony”, is simple: to have fun, give the audience a great night out, and raise money for Rowcroft Hospice.

Sue Bradshaw was a familiar...

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Planting for the future... Volunteers from Atlantes Landscapes help shape new YMCA housing project in Paignton

A new supported housing project in Paignton is taking shape, thanks to the combined efforts of a local charity, businesses from across Devon and volunteers determined to make a difference in the lives of young people.

Cove House, located on Cliff Road with views across the bay, will soon provide supported accommodation for young people in Torbay who are at risk of homelessness....

School Community Raises Over £500 for Plymouth Homelessness Charity

Students at Lipson Co-operative Academ y have helped raise more than £500 for a charity providing vital services for homeless people in Plymouth.

A total of £501.30 was raised for the Shekinah Centre through a range of school-led activities, including a bake sale, fundraising challenges and contributions from a Christmas jumper and pyjama mufti day. The money was used to purchase...

Applications open for three £50,000 donations for charities helping young people into work

The Persimmon Charitable Foundation is running its open application programme for a second year, with an increased funding pot of £300,000 available for registered charities that support employability among young people.

The first funding round opens on Monday, 2nd March – with three £50,000 donations available for UK-based projects focused on children and young people aged 14-25,...

Special spring concert in aid of the Lord Mayor’s charity

A special afternoon concert is being staged in the city’s historic Guildhall on Saturday, 18 April by a chamber ensemble of Exeter Philharmonic Choir. The two-hour mayoral reception will begin at 2 pm, followed by music and verse performed by EPC’s Pilgrims’ Chorus under the expert leadership of its Musical Director, Stephen Tanner. The event will raise funds for the Lord Mayor of Exeter’s...

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