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Devon: The perfect holiday destination - even if you’re working

While Devon has long been a popular destination for tourists during the summer holidays, it’s now also becoming a hotspot for visitors on a “workcation”.

Devon’s Work Hubs are reporting that they are being used more regularly by visitors looking for a place to work in order to extend their stay in the county.

While Devon can boast two National Parks, five National Landscapes...

Plymouth’s World Class Production Centre Turns Twenty-One

Theatre Royal Plymouth’s (TRP) Production and Learning Centre where sets are made for shows across the globe, turned 21 this year after opening its doors in May 2003. TR2 is TRP’s flagship facility and houses its vast workshop and wardrobe provision, alongside its unique rehearsal spaces where community activities take place and rehearsals for productions.

To mark the milestone, TRP...

South Devon College A level students celebrating today

South Devon College A level students are celebrating their exam results today with a 99.3% overall pass rate.

This year sees the continuation of the College’s history of high pass rates with 72% of students achieving an A*- C grade.

The College is celebrating 100% high grade achievement across a broad mix of subjects including, maths, physics, film studies and computer science...

South Devon College A level student celebrates her exam results

South Devon College A level student, Matilda Coffin, is celebrating today.

The 18 year old from Dartmouth took English Literature, art, sociology, EPG (extended project qualification) and achieved A,A,A A*grades.

Matilda is off to the University of Birmingham to study English Literature and creative writing.

“I chose South Devon College to do my A levels as I wanted a...

Top Results for City College Plymouth’s T Level Students

Students and staff at City College Plymouth are celebrating another remarkable year of level 3 qualification results at the city's learning destination of choice.

Nearly 900 students, primarily aged 16 to 18, studied subjects ranging from engineering and childcare to performing arts and sports, achieving an impressive overall pass rate of 99%.

The College has received its...

Mindful Chef Launches Its 2024 National “Big Clean Up”

Mindful Chef , the UK's highest rated, B Corp certified recipe box*, is delighted to announce the return of “The Big Mindful Chef Clean Up” which will take place from Saturday 31st August - to Sunday 1st September.

Now in its sixth year, the initiative, which began on the beaches, will also cover streets, riverbanks, woodlands and city parks in what will be the biggest clean-up yet....

Police team invite the public to come along to their latest engagement events

Police across East Devon are enjoying a busy summer with plenty of community events and engagement with residents and visitors alike.

On Saturday 17 August between 2pm and 4pm officers from the Sidmouth Neighbourhood Team will be hosting a Crime Prevention Session at Newton Poppleford Village Hall in Station Rd and everyone is invited.

PC Tom Driver, from the Sidmouth...

Plymouth MP welcomes ultrafast broadband upgrade

Tens of thousands of households can already order an ultrafast service

Plymouth Sutton and Devonport MP Luke Pollard has met the engineers who are bringing ultrafast Full Fibre infrastructure to the city.

He visited Plymouth telephone exchange where he connected dozens of live customers using the fibreoptic technology which is transforming the city’s digital capability....

The Perfect Rose Bouquets: Exploring Flower Delivery Services in Devon

With its rolling hills and beautiful scenery, Devon is a great place for love gestures and thoughtful gifts with flowers. We are talking about roses; of course, rose bouquets stand out as signs of love and respect. There are many dependable flower delivery services that make it easier than ever to send a beautiful flower, especially roses that will make a statement.

Why Rose Bouquets...

Local housebuilder sponsors Bradworthy Bowling Club Triples Tournament for the second year running

Local housebuilder, Allison Homes South West is supporting Bradworthy Bowling Club for the second year running as part of its ongoing commitment to local the community.

Earlier this month Allison Homes South West sponsored the Open Triples tournament. The sponsorship went towards the prizes and refreshments for the day. In addition to a donation, Elaine Mill, Sales Manager at Allison...

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