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National Trust trial greener transport to Castle Drogo  

As part of Great Big Green Week (8 -16 June), Castle Drogo are offering a free Shuttle Bus service on selected dates, between Okehampton and the Castle, with visitors able to claim a free hot drink in the café if they use the service.

Busses will run on: Saturday 8, Monday 10, Wednesday 12, Friday 14 and Saturday 15 of June 2024.

On Saturdays, starting from Okehampton train...

Aldi shoppers in Devon help raise £2,100 for teenage cancer trust

Aldi shoppers in Devon have helped the supermarket raise around £2,100 for its dedicated charity partner, Teenage Cancer Trust.

Last month, shoppers were given the chance to purchase a £1 raffle ticket from the till at participating stores to be entered into a draw, with all proceeds going to the charity.

One winner from each store was selected at random to win a £100 gift...

Original 1882 plans being reinstated to kitchen garden at Knightshayes Court

Work has started to reinstate the original 1882 design of the Walled Kitchen Garden at National Trust Knightshayes.

The 2.5 acre Walled Kitchen Garden once grew produce that fed the owners of Knightshayes, the Heathcoat-Amory family, as well as their household. Now the garden team are bringing the productive garden back to its former glory using the original designs and a variety of...

97-year-old Phyliss goes riding again

An East Devon care home resident has ticked off her bucket-list dream of going horse riding again, thanks to a local charity.

Phyliss Johnson, who lives at the award-winning Seaton nursing home, which is part of the Southern Healthcare group, was a keen equestrian in her youth and despite her advancing years, had been longing to get back in the saddle one last time.

She told...

Specialist police team launched to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour

Devon & Cornwall Police has introduced a new policing team which will work closely within communities to tackle specific short and long terms problems affecting local people and businesses, including antisocial behaviour (ASB), drugs, and spikes in crime.

The Neighbourhood Support Team (NST), will be deployed across South Devon. They will work alongside communities and...

Craft Union Invests £700,000 into Six Much-Loved Devon Pubs in the Span of a Month

Between 2nd May and 6th June 2024, Craft Union has invested a phenomenal £700,000 into six key community pubs in Devon. The most recent investment is a significant £211,000 into the Sir Joshua Reynolds in Plymouth, which reopens on Thursday 6thJune.

The Sir Joshua Reynolds was named after the pre-eminent portrait painter of the same name, who was a significant figure during the 18th...

Locals' guide of things to do in Devon

From exploring the region’s moorland and coastlines to the quaint villages and charming towns, there’s a plethora of things to do in Devon. Those of us lucky enough to call this picturesque county home, know there’s outdoor adventures, foodie havens and rich cultural heritage spots to be explored and enjoyed, providing ample opportunities for solo exploration, for couples and for families....

Road safety operation leads to arrests for theft, and drink and drug driving

Throughout May, the Roads Policing Unit and the No Excuses team at Devon & Cornwall Police carried out Operation Vortex, which aims to reduce the number of collisions and casualties on the roads by targeting dangerous and inconsiderate driving.

As part of the operation, officers stopped 231 vehicles and made 21 arrests, including two men who stole three motorcycles in Cornwall....

Strategy for tackling health inequalities in East Devon launched

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, and the rising cost of living, improving health and wellbeing remains a priority for East Devon District Council (EDDC).

Reducing health inequalities, particularly amongst those most in need, is central to EDDC’s Public Health Strategy for 2024 – 2027 . The cost-of-living crisis, mental health, homelessness, loneliness, and isolation are highlighted...

South Devon Railway Launches £3m Share Campaign

South Devon Railway is aiming to raise £3m as part of a share issue campaign to help safeguard the long-term future of the much-loved attraction.

The share issue represents a unique opportunity for individuals, businesses, and railway enthusiasts to contribute to the ongoing conservation efforts and play a vital role in safeguarding this unique piece of heritage.

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