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Official opening of Holsworthy's Deer Park Nursing Home

Official opening of new Holsworthy dementia nursing home

North Devon’s newest specialist dementia care home, Deer Park Nursing Home in Holsworthy, had its official opening last week with a ribbon-cutting by the mayor of Holsworthy, Councillor Jon Hutchings.

The ceremony was watched by colleagues from Camelot Care, the award-winning care group...

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Cofton Holidays Named One of the UK’s Greenest Holiday Parks with Triple Award Win

A family-run holiday park in Devon has added three major accolades to its growing list of achievements, including being named Green SME Of The Year at the Green Awards UK 2025 and taking home Gold for the Sustainability Pioneer Award and Hospitality Award for Amelia’s Café at the Food Drink Devon Awards.

Judges at the Green Awards UK recognised Cofton Holidays’ outstanding commitment...

Creative East Devon Fund supports new culture and heritage projects across East Devon

Arts and Culture East Devon (ACED) have announced new recipients of the Creative East Devon Fund

Eleven new grants have been announced by ACED to support new culture and heritage initiatives across the district.

The recipients received grants of up to £3,000. The total funding amounted to £20,985 and the projects all will be completed by Spring 2026.

The third round...

Wire Fence steps in to help UK Wild Otter Trust rebuild after forced relocation

North Devon, UK - October 2025 - Facing the devastating requirement to vacate its existing premises, the UK Wild Otter Trust has been given notice to dismantle and relocate its rehabilitation centre, including otter enclosures and hospital facilities. In response, Wire Fence -long a supporter of the Trust - has made an urgent supply donation to help the charity rebuild safe enclosures for...

Have your say on Woodbury’s future: Neighbourhood Plan consultation now open

Woodbury residents are being invited to have their say on the parish’s Neighbourhood Plan, which has just been submitted to East Devon District Council (EDDC).

A consultation is now live and will run until 9am on November 27, 2025, giving residents and other interested parties the chance to comment on the policies that will help guide future development across Woodbury, Woodbury...

Libraries help neurodiverse families explore Devon's outdoors

Libraries Unlimited, the charity commissioned to run the libraries in Devon and Torbay, has launched a new leaflet and set of resources to help children, young people and families with neurodiverse conditions explore some of Devon’s more accessible outdoor spaces.

The Outdoor Explorer Club features five trails across the county, each with a short story, an audio recording, and clear...

October half term with the National Trust across Devon   

National Trust places are gearing up for October half term as the trees slowly turn to copper and the pumpkin harvest begins.

There’s plenty to keep the kids entertained this including pumpkin trails, creative crafts, spooky stories, and apple days.

   What’s more, every time you experience a National Trust day out, you help care for these special places for future...

Spooktacular seasonal trail with the Devon donkeys

This October, there’s a party at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth and everyone’s invited.

As the golden colours of autumn fill the landscape, the Sidmouth sanctuary is the ideal family day out and the perfect way to explore the surrounding countryside and meet some of the sanctuary residents, including adoption donkey Drizzle who celebrates her birthday on 31 October.

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Halloween: South Devon College animal expert debunks reputation of creepy creatures

Black cats, rats, spiders, bats and owls are just some of the animals synonymous with Halloween.

But do these animals deserve their sinister and mysterious reputation?

As All Hallows Eve approaches experts from the Animal Care Centre at South Devon College explore the myths and legends surrounding these creatures and shed light on why they don’t deserve their menacing notoriety...

Used Stamp appeal in aid of the Guide Dogs for the Blind

I am appealing for used postage stamps which help me raise funds which I then donate to the Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Recycling used postage stamps is such an easy way to raise money for the charity and I am always in need of all types of postage stamps, including British, Foreign and Christmas stamps.

If you are able to help I would be grateful if you could cut the stamps...

The British Academy of Floral Art Celebrates Outstanding Success at Fleurex 2025

Students and tutors from the British Academy of Floral Art achieved national recognition at this year’s British Florist Association Annual Conference, Fleurex 2025, held at the East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham University.

The Academy team shone across multiple categories, demonstrating exceptional talent, technical skill, and creativity.

Among the highlights,...

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