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Rainy-day treats in Devon: Small comforts that don’t break the bank

Devon’s reputation for big skies and dramatic coastline is well-earned, but so is its reputation for sideways rain. When another grey front rolls in from the Atlantic, the choice is often stark. Either spend some money you don’t really have on a big day out, or stay at home and stare at the...

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Charity brings military teenagers ‘all together’ in Devon for forces club

Military teenagers who have parents serving in the British Armed Forces were brought together in Devon this weekend by the charity Little Troopers.

The residential break at Barton Hall, near Torquay, was part of the charity’s ‘All Together’ deployment club to support young people while their military parents are deployed overseas or due to deploy soon. Teenagers from all three...

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Kick off your summer with a trip back in time at Buckland Abbey’s Elizabethan Weekend

Head to Buckland Abbey near Plymouth this weekend (22 and 23 July) for two days of jam-packed Elizabethan entertainment. Step back in time as the Abbey is transformed into a Tudor mansion with falconers on the lawn, Elizabethan dancing in the Great Hall, Tudor cooking in the Abbey kitchen and much, much more.

Eleanor Hopkinson, Visitor Operations and Experience Manager said: “We look...

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Teignmouth to receive new banking hub

LINK, the UK’s cash access and ATM network, has today announced locals and businesses in Teignmouth will soon find it easier to access banking services thanks to a recommendation for a new banking hub in the town.

Following today’s announcement of the closure of the final bank branch in town, LINK has confirmed that the town will benefit from a new banking hub as part of a wider...

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Totnes community bookshop launches crowdfunding bid to secure its future

Castle Books in Totnes, Devon, has launched a £135,000 crowd-funding campaign to acquire its premises at 4 Castle Street and secure the future of its community bookshop and outreach programmes.

With the building up for sale, and the shop’s lease coming to an end, the future of the historic and much-loved shop is in jeopardy. Now Castle Books’ dedicated team of volunteers are calling...

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Great South West leads UK Clean Energy Growth

Region's unique offer of clean energy projects - 535 operational or in development - could generate 11% of the UK’s electricity capacity - boosting the local economy and energy security.

The Great South West of England is set to become one of the leading providers of low carbon energy in the UK by 2035, according to a major new report.

With Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Station...

Everyone is welcome at Exmouth's Hive Live 2023 event

A lively community and music event taking place in Exmouth’s Manor Gardens in August is open to all.

Hive Live is organised by young people from Exmouth through the charity Space Youth Services, which runs eight youth clubs across the county, including The Hive in the town’s Imperial Road.

The free event includes performances from bands, solo artists, instrumentalists and...

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Leading construction supplier stopping off at Devon builders merchants for demonstration events

Leading construction industry supplier TIMCO is touring RGB Building Supplies’ branches giving advice and demonstrations to those working in the trades and property owners.

TIMCO will be visiting RGB’s Exeter branch on Monday 24th July, Crediton on Tuesday 25th July, the Okehampton branch on Wednesday 26th July, and RGB Torquay on Thursday 27th July.

Between 7.30am and 2pm,...

Counting down the days to the North Devon Show

It’s very nearly time for one of the most popular outdoor events of the year. The North Devon Show will return to the familiar surroundings of Barton Farm, Umberleigh on Wednesday 2nd August.

This year’s Show features a spectacular line up of entertainment, including the breath-taking skills of the Squibb motocross stunt show and Jonathan Marshall’s stunning display of horsemanship...

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Cridfest is Back!

Cridfest, the all-day music event, is returning to The Cridford Inn on Saturday August 26th.

Recognised to be the oldest pub in Devon and possibly the oldest in England, The Cridford Inn provides a truly unique venue for the event which starts at 12pm and will go on until late in the evening.

There will be live music throughout the day plus crafty stalls, a photo booth,...

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Renowned environmental champion announces Phase 1 of it’s extensive renovations at Broadsands is a huge success!

Multi-award-winning environmental champion Venus Company announces the completion of its ambitious Phase 1 renovation project at its beach café in Broadsands, has been a major success and well-received by customers, both existing and new. Providing tasty wholesome food delivered with an ethical philosophy and sustainability at the heart of everything Venus does, it’s their mission to be the...

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