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Seaton Wetlands Welcomes BBC Countryfile!

East Devon District Council’s Countryside Team recently hosted the BBC’s Countryfile team at Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve for two days of filming.

Presenters Sammi Kinghorn and Matt Baker visited the council-owned and managed reserve to learn about its biodiversity and the important...

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Plymouth Oddfellows: “Friendship is Our Byword”

Looking to meet new people, enjoy good company, and be part of something meaningful? The Plymouth and Truro District Oddfellows might be just what you’re looking for.

Part of one of the UK’s oldest and most welcoming friendly societies, the Oddfellows offers a wide range of regular social events and support services to help members stay connected, active and supported—all while having...

Plymouth Oddfellows: “Friendship is Our Byword”

Looking to meet new people, enjoy good company, and be part of something meaningful? The Plymouth and Truro District Oddfellows might be just what you’re looking for.

Part of one of the UK’s oldest and most welcoming friendly societies, the Oddfellows offers a wide range of regular social events and support services to help members stay connected, active and supported—all while having...

Digital Inclusion in Devon: How Mobile Access is Transforming Local Lives

In an increasingly digital world, reliable mobile access is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. From managing work and school responsibilities to accessing government services and staying in touch with family, being connected matters more than ever. In rural areas like much of Devon, however, this access isn’t always guaranteed. Patchy service, long distances to top-up locations, and lack of...

Water ‘vole-unteers’ called to survey local riverbanks this spring

Wildlife conservation charity People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) is calling for volunteers across England, Scotland and Wales to survey for water voles this spring as part of ongoing national efforts to save this endearing yet endangered species before it’s too late.

Emily Luck, Water Vole Officer at People’s Trust for Endangered Species explains: “Water voles hold the...

Drake Circus announces Easter weekend opening hours and holiday fun for families

Drake Circus has confirmed its opening hours for the upcoming Easter bank holiday weekend and is inviting families to enjoy a packed programme of fun, food and entertainment throughout the school holidays.

Whether you’re planning a full family day out with mini golf and bowling, looking to stock up on Easter crafting supplies, or treating the kids to a special meal out, there is...

Wacky Hair Day raises smiles at Butterfly Lodge ahead of Easter Fair

Staff at Butterfly Lodge care home in Plymouth marked the lead-up to Easter with a Wacky Hair Day, donning quirky styles to raise a few smiles and collect raffle prizes.

Team members turned heads with their creative and chaotic hairstyles, raising smiles among residents while gathering chocolate and wine for the Easter raffle.

Deputy manager Sarah McCaffrey said: “We wanted...

Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) invites applications to Summer Open exhibition

South West artists are encouraged to apply to exhibit at one of Devon's most prestigious galleries.

Submissions are invited to the THG Open 2025, the ever-popular Summer biennial art exhibition.

The THG Open is a key part of THG’s exhibition programme showcasing the rich talent of established and emerging contemporary visual artists living in the South West.

THG...

Ambulance service shares advice ahead of Easter bank holiday weekend

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is asking members of the public to use the right healthcare service this Easter bank holiday weekend, as the region prepares for the start of the holiday season.

Residents and tourists to the South West are being reminded to only dial 999 in a life-threatening emergency.

Bank holiday weekends can be a very...

Ferne Animal Sanctuary plans for the return of its Spring Festival

Somerset charity, Ferne Animal Sanctuary is gearing up for a day of springtime fun with its annual Spring Festival, taking place on Sunday 20 April, within its beautiful grounds near Chard.

Expect an exciting Easter Egg hunt through the sanctuary’s lush grounds, where little explorers may get the opportunity to bump into the Easter Bunny while they follow the Easter themed adventure...

Groundbreaking art exhibition arrives at The Box

A major exhibition celebrating the work of a renowned British artist who has strong connections with Plymouth and the South West has just opened at The Box.

Jyll Bradley: Running and Returning continues until 2 November 2025 and is an intimate and powerful presentation that showcases three decades of Bradley's artistic journey.

The exhibition features photography, film and...

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