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Oke Energy Fest returns

Tamar Energy Community (TEC) is delighted to announce the return of Oke Energy Fest , taking place on Saturday, 4th October 2025 , from 10:00 to 15:00 at Charter Hall, Okehampton .

The Fest offers a welcoming space...

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H&M to add home collection to offering at Drake Circus

Global retailer, H&M, is set to add its H&M HOME concept to its store at Drake Circus following a refit which started earlier this month.

The refurbishment is expected to be fully complete in June, with the store remaining open to customers for the full duration.

The work will give the store a fresh new look and feel for the brand, and create space for the introduction...

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Sunflowers set to provide positivity for Poltimore House 

Local historic homes supporting one another to preserve Devon’s countryside attractions.

Powderham Castle will be providing everything you need to plant a seed of positivity this spring, to support the resurrection of Poltimore House. Fittingly chosen, Sunflowers are a symbol of positivity, happiness and good fortune, standing tall in adversity.

Volunteers from both historic...

New trading card marketplace Ungraded announces pre-launch auctions to showcase game-changing 3D imaging technology

  • Ungraded unveils five weekly pre-launch auction drops, from 31st May 2024.
  • Showstopper card to star in each drop, including 1st Edition Base Set Charizard in week 1.
  • Wild Card winner prizes on offer each week.

Ungraded , the revolutionary new marketplace for ‘raw’ cards, has announced that it will be running a series of on-off auction drops ahead of...

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English Riviera's Spectacular Airshow Returns

Prepare for an exhilarating display of aerial prowess as the English Riviera's much-anticipated Airshow returns on 01 - 02 June 2024. Set against the stunning backdrop of the South Devon coastline, this year's event promises to be bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever before.

From gravity-defying stunts to precision formations, the Airshow will feature a dynamic line-up of...

East Devon businesses get help to reduce carbon and save money

East Devon District Council is pulling out all the stops to support local businesses with a new Carbon Action Programme, followed by a linked grant scheme due in the Autumn.

The Carbon Action Programme (CAP) is a free package of support for businesses and community organisations looking to increase profit while reducing their carbon footprint. Free one to one support will help...

Potting up  eco-pots at Otter Garden Centre in Ottery

South West garden centre business is first in country to introduce eco-pots

Otter Garden Centres has announced trials of a new style of plant pots that offer an eco-friendly alternative to plastic pots.

As the first garden centre in the country to introduce the eco-pots, this represents a major step in Otter’s ongoing commitment to reduce the use of plastic in its business.

The Bioplasmar eco-pots offer a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic...

Live and Move’s Local Active Lives survey 2024

Residents in Cranbrook are being asked to take part in a survey which aims to find out how much physical activity they do each week.

The survey, developed by the Sport England supported Move More Cranbrook programme, takes place each year to measure whether efforts to make it easier for families to be more active in Cranbrook, are working.

Everybody in Cranbrook is eligible...

Get free legal advice on the beach in Devon this summer with the University of Exeter

Beachgoers can get free legal advice by the ocean this summer thanks to the University of Exeter and local solicitors.

The University’s Law School Community Law Clinic already helps people with issues ranging from housing, employment and immigration.

Now the clinic is decamping to Teignmouth and Exmouth to run pro-bono sessions near the beach next month. People can get...

Allison Homes announces its Bradworthy showhome is now open for property seekers

With the first residents now moved into their Bradworthy development, Allison Homes is continuing to invite Devon property seekers to visit the Primrose Meadows showhome. The showhome officially launched in February and is open Thursday – Monday 10am – 5pm for homeseekers to visit, and will give people the chance to see what a new home at Primrose Meadows includes.

Francesca,...

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LandWorks shortlisted for the Charity Awards 2024

Devon-based charity LandWorks is delighted to announce that it has made the shortlist for this year’s Charity Awards , the longest-running and most prestigious awards scheme in the charity sector.

LandWorks has been shortlisted in the ‘Social Care, Advice and Support’ category for its pioneering resettlement and rehabilitation project, which provides a supported route back...

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