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Project to upgrade Entrance and facilities at RHS Rosemoor to temporarily affect parking

Work to renovate the Welcome facilities at RHS Rosemoor will commence in the New Year and will run until the end of March. The project will greatly improve accessibility as well as upgrade the welcome facilities in the Visitor Centre.

The scale of this project will require the closure of the main Visitor Entrance for the duration - access to the gardens and temporarily relocated...

63 new charities launch in Devon - insurance specialist advises long-term planning for success

In 2023, a staggering 2,446 charities were established across England, an increase of 342 compared to the previous 12 months. Of these, 63 were registered in Devon*, signifying a growing trend for people keen to make a meaningful difference in their communities as well as society at large.

The research was conducted by Ansvar, an expert insurer for the charity and not-for-profit...

New Year New You - tips from South Devon College

As the New Year approaches a Devon College wants to inspire people to get out and about whatever the weather.

"Following the festive season, it’s time to find your focus and let the energy of a new year fuel your commitment to a healthier, stronger you,” said Simon Holden, South Devon College Fitness Instructor Academy Lead.

“We all know how hard it can be to start something...

Shoppers help towards donating two million meals to support charities at Winter Food Collection

Generous Plymouth customers donated thousands of meals to this year’s Tesco Winter Food Collection - providing much-needed support for FareShare and the Trussell Trust.

In Plymouth the collection saw customers donate 3,039 meals to make a difference in their community.

Donations to the Trussell Trust help food banks provide emergency food parcels to people who cannot afford...

Outpatient Pharmacy to double in size

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is working on the development of a new and improved outpatient pharmacy due to open in Spring 2024.

The new pharmacy will double in size when it moves to a new location adjacent to Derriford hospital’s on-site Costa Coffee shop in the multistorey car park building.

Chief Pharmacist & Clinical Director of Medicines Optimisation,...

Bus stop changes proposed on Seaton seafront

Plans to relocate two bus stops near Seaton seafront are being put forward in order to improve safety for pedestrians.

Devon County Council is proposing the scheme as part of its Bus Service Improvement Plan, using funding from the Department for Transport.

The County Council has been working with partners to develop the scheme which would remove the bus stops from Marine...

Okehampton Guide Dogs donation to support local people living with sight loss

Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter is delighted to announce a generous donation of £1,500 to the Okehampton and District Guide Dogs Fundraising Group, underscoring the leading homebuilder’s commitment to the local community.

The Okehampton and District Guide Dogs Fundraising Group raises money for Guide Dogs South West, the regional branch of the UK's leading guide dog charity....

Step up, Step in and STOP harassment and abuse of women and girls

With the festive season in full swing, Devon & Cornwall Police has issued advice to everyone who is out and about in the run up to Christmas to do what they can to keep themselves and everyone else safe. The force will also be actively keeping an eye out for sexually aggressive behaviour.

Detective Superintendent Nicky Seager, Force Lead on violence against women and girls said...

Thousands of young Rudolphs make a dash for their hospice

Over the past few weeks, an impressive turnout of more than 5,500 children from nearly 30 schools and nurseries across South Devon took part in Rowcroft Hospice’s Rudolph Run, raising thousands of pounds for the charity by donning their antlers and participating in a sponsored run or walk. Now in its third year, The Rudolph Run has garnered tremendous support from the local community,...

Project to inspire school students to learn digital skills announces logo competition winner

Students from schools across Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay have had the opportunity to showcase their digital skills in a competition organised by a programme which aims to inspire young people to consider digital careers.

Raising Digital Engagement at KS3 is a Heart of the South West LEP funded scheme, managed by Devon County Council, which aims to help schools promote and...

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