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Rowcroft’s Open Gardens bloom again for 2026

Rowcroft Hospice’s much-loved Open Gardens programme is set to return in 2026, inviting people across South Devon to step inside a variety of gardens in support of local end-of-life care.

Running from April through to September, gardeners will open their gates and welcome visitors to...

Allison Homes launches scheme to help Devon homeowners shrink their mortgage costs

Devon housebuilder Allison Homes is launching a purchase contribution scheme, helping property seekers to reduce their monthly mortgage costs.

Homebuyers who reserve selected homes on or before 31st March 2024 will receive a contribution from Allison Homes upon completion. This can then be put towards homeowners’ monthly mortgage costs, helping them be reduced to the equivalent of a...

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Mother-daughter team at Devon's leading indie bookshop Liznojan celebrate Mother's Day

Liznojan is an independent mother-daughter bookshop in Tiverton, Devon, who first opened their doors in 2017.

As is probably the case with most bookshops at this time of year, they get asked recommendations for Mother’s Day gifts a lot.

They generally start with “which books have you recently enjoyed?” and then choose around five titles for the purchaser to choose.

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West End Smash-hit Tina - The Tina Turner Musical is coming to Plymouth

The producers of the hit West End production, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical are delighted to announce the first ever UK and Ireland tour, opening at Curve Leicester and visiting Theatre Royal Plymouth from 01 – 12 July 2025. Tina – The Tina Turner Musical continues to run in the West End at the Aldwych Theatre, where it has played for over 5 years following its world premiere, receiving...

Police in Torquay welcome new Inspector

Devon and Cornwall Police has appointed Chris Lithgow as the new Inspector in Torquay, heading up neighbourhood policing teams in the area.

“I know Torquay very well, having been brought up near Broadsands. I also spent part of my 16-year police career patrolling the area, answering emergency 999 calls and investigating serious crime”, said Inspector Lithgow, “this has provided me a...

Police in Okehampton Welcome Information from the Public

Officers in the Okehampton area are urging residents to come forward if they have information about crimes or suspected illegal activity.

The local Neighbourhood Police Team are keen to receive community intelligence from residents so they can better target their resources. Information from local people has helped officers build investigations in the past and led to offenders being...

Bear Grylls announces more acts, as Gone Wild Devon moves towards sell-out success

  • Sam Ryder, James, The Feeling, Jake Shears, Ocean Colour Scene, Ash, and Dick&Dom DJ Set to perform
  • Over 100 free family-friendly experiences, 22-25 August

TV adventurer Bear Grylls has bolstered his impressive line-up of bands, acts, speakers, entertainment and activities for Gone Wild Devon , leading to a rush in bookings, leaving just 25% of tickets...

Class People makes final call for school project grant applications

Independent education recruitment specialist Class People is appealing for new school project applications before the current round of funding deadline approaches - with £1,500 for each project up for grabs to support school communities across the South West of England.

The Exeter-based business’s charitable organisation, the Class People Foundation, supports the welfare, wellbeing...

Devon care home supports work of cat rescue charity

A Devon care home has made a generous donation to a cat rescue charity after taking intwo senior felines.

Sefton Hall in Dawlish adopted Indi, aged about eight, and seventeen-year-old Felix last summer from Hector’s House Cat Rescue, a Torbay-based charity which helps cats in need throughout Devon.

Felix was badly injured after being hit by a car. After being a little shy to...

Over-70s are embracing tech and changing stereotypes to stay connected to loved ones

PLYMOUTH’S over-70s are bucking the age-related stereotype by embracing digital technology to tackle social isolation and stay connected.

A recent survey asked people aged over 70 about their use of online platforms, with more than 80% of over-70s saying they were confident using the internet, social media, and tech devices.

The Specsavers survey, in partnership with Royal...

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National Careers Week 2024: Empowering Individuals to Shape Their Futures

National Careers Service Southwest Celebrates National Careers Week 2024

The National Careers Service Southwest is thrilled to announce its participation in National Careers Week 2024, taking place from Monday 4th March to Saturday 9th March. This week-long celebration aims to provide invaluable resources and opportunities for individuals across the Southwest who are seeking career...

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