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5 Amazing historical sites to visit in Devon

There’s no shortage of historical sites to visit in Britain, and Devon is no exception. Nicknamed 'The English Riviera’, Devon in South West England has plenty of historical and picturesque spots, sandy beaches and breathtaking coastlines. What’s not to love?

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Clear winner selected for this year's Prince of Wales Award in Devon

The Devon Agricultural Association is delighted to announce the winner of this year’s Prince of Wales Award as East Shallowford Farm.

The Prince of Wales Award, seeks to reward those involved with community projects that involve and educate young people. East Shallowford Farm’s compelling entry distinguished them clearly as the winner of the award, according to the judging panel. As...

East Devon MP Simon Jupp visits Exmouth Hospital

East Devon’s MP visited Royal Devon University Healthcare’s (RDUH) Exmouth Hospital to celebrate the million-pound refurbishment works at the site.

At Exmouth Hospital, Simon Jupp MP met with RDUH Divisional Director Community Services Zoe Harris, RDUH Locality Business Manager Tina Slade, and NHS Property Services Facilities Manager James Unwin.

Simon Jupp MP was greeted at...

Local housebuilder signs contract for 20 homes at Okehampton site

Persimmon Homes has agreed a contract with Teign Housing for the purchase of 20 social and affordable homes at its Fatherford View site in Okehampton.

The local housebuilder is currently building 50 quality new homes at the site on Exeter Road, 20 of which will be purchased by Teign for the provision of social housing and shared ownership for local people.

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RGB chooses Children's Hospice South West as its charity partner

RGB Building Supplies is delighted to announce that it has selected Children's Hospice South West as its charity partner for 2023-24, and will be organising branch-wide fundraising events throughout the next 12 months.

Children's Hospice South West, founded in 1991, provides care for children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families, including respite and short...

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Devon Dazzlers; small college team with big football dreams!

South Devon College’s Pro:Direct Academy 1st team has made it through to the final of the English College FA (ECFA) National Premier Cup.

After winning last year, the team hopes to be victorious once more.

“Up until 2019 the college had no real facilities for football. But thanks to investments from the Premier League and FA, we now have a state of the art sports centre and a 3G pitch...

Foot Anstey strengthens its Real Estate Group and Developer Sector team with key Partner hire

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP , bolsters its dedicated Developer Sector team with the appointment of Partner, Philip Brown.

Philip joins Foot Anstey's Real Estate Group and Developer Sector team bringing a wide range of expertise in land development, with particular emphasis on commercial and residential development and the securing of development and project finance.

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Devon Air Ambulance high street and online shops boasts rich range of Prom dresses for all!

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) may be a familiar sight on the high streets of 19 Devon towns, but the charity’s online presence has been growing since it launched its online shop during lockdown.

The charity has celebrated its recent online refresh by stocking a range of stunning preloved gowns, cocktail dresses and evening wear, ideal for young people eager to get to the other side of...

Eye catching double decker bus unveiled to celebrate the King’s Coronation

Stagecoach South West have unveiled a special commemorative bus to mark the coronation of King Charles III on May 6th 2023. The local bus operator has kitted out one of it’s Double Decker E400 buses from it’s Torbay Fleet in a livery fit for a King.

The striking design features the official emblem and colours of the coronation, with the red, white and blue theme boldly celebrating...

Take up golf and add years to your life

… Honiton Golf Club (HGC) are supporting more women and girls in East Devon to do just that.

Female golfers make up less than 20% of memberships in most golf clubs. Honiton Golf Club are working hard to change that. But how?

Working closely with England Golf, HGC has recently been awarded the Women in Golf Charter . This prestigious accreditation signals the on-going...

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