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Return of Hospiscare Festive Adventure fundraiser

This December, Otter Garden Centres in Ottery St Mary is once again hosting a family-friendly fundraiser for local charity Hospiscare.

Running from December 17 to 23 (excepting December 18) it’s perfectly timed to kick off the Christmas festivities.

Held in a special venue at the...

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Bestselling author Veronica Henry announced as new patron for Libraries Unlimited

Author of over twenty-five novels, including the much-loved Beach Hut series set in North Devon, Veronica brings a deep personal connection to libraries and a lifelong love of stories.

"As an Army child, whenever we moved somewhere new, I would seek out the nearest library," says Veronica. "They were always a place of huge comfort to me as I settled into a strange new town… It was...

An evening of foraging and gin making at Bovey Castle

Dartmoor’s Daughter – a provider of guided walks which is voted as the number one outdoor activity for Dartmoor National Park on Tripadvisor – is providing an expert-led walk through the resort’s grounds on Friday, September 19th at 6pm, where walkers can learn more about the edible plants and wild botanicals that they are foraging.

Guests will then return to Bovey Castle’s Long Barn...

Dementia UK shares the signs and symptoms of dementia to look out for ahead of free clinics in the South West

Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to Nationwide’s Newton Abbot, Plymouth, Barnstaple, Exmouth, Devizes, and Winton branches this September, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.

Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia,...

Thousands join epic mission to measure the health of insect populations across the UK and Ireland

They're armed with smartphones, cleaning cloths, and an unwavering dedication to science – and they're making a real difference. Since May, an army of citizen scientists has been embarking on a unique mission: counting bug splats on car number plates to help monitor the health of the UK and republic of Ireland’s insect populations.

The Bugs Matter survey, an annual citizen science...

Developer donation for Plymouth children's group

A Plymouth-based developer has donated £2,500 to PEM Disability Children's Club.

Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon handed over the cheque to its members at a basketball session at Plymstock School earlier this month as part of its Community Champions scheme.

Founded by two Royal Navy veterans, it was born from a simple but powerful idea: service doesn't end when the...

Devon County Council hosts Skills Bootcamps

Local authorities fund Skills Bootcamps in HGV Driving to help get local people into work and support regional employers to secure the drivers they need

Insite (formerly HGVC), a leading HGV driver training specialist, is helping Devon County Council train 58 local people to become HGV drivers via locally run and funded Skills Bootcamps in HGV Driving.

The HGV Skills...

Friendship at the Heart of September with The Oddfellows

The Plymouth & Truro District Oddfellows is inviting local people to join them this September 2025 as part of Friendship Month , a national initiative celebrating the importance of community, connection and companionship.

From fascinating guest talks and heritage tours, to coffee mornings, games, yoga and social lunches, the Oddfellows has lined up a varied programme of events...

Taste East Devon Festival Returns

A Celebration of Food, Drink & Local Delights from 13th – 21st September 2025

Get ready to tuck into one of the region’s most exciting culinary celebrations as the Taste East Devon Festival returns for its fifth year from 13th to 21st September 2025 ! From vineyard tours and foraging feasts to artisan tastings and family-friendly days out, this 9-day festival promises to showcase the very...

These Popular Devon Beaches have Been Named Some of the UK’s Best-Value for a Seafront Sun Lounger 

New research from Monzo reveals where £2.50 still gets holidaymakers a spot by the sea, while a sun lounger on Bournemouth Beach could cost nearly four times more.

A day at the beach is one of life’s simple pleasures, but with the cost of living still squeezing budgets, a relaxing day on the sand can come with a surprising price tag. New research from Monzo uncovers the priciest and...

Police launch innovative business crime reduction tool in North Devon

Businesses across Barnstaple are being encouraged to sign up to a free tool to tackle retail crime as part of a year-long project which launched this summer.

The UK Partners Against Crime (UKPAC) Business Crime Reduction Solution is an online portal that enables businesses to easily report crimes and share intelligence.

A free 12-month subscription to the UKPAC system is...

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