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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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Devon glass artist shortlisted at the Holt Festival

Eighteen months ago, fused glass artist Susan Purser Hope left her home in Cromer and moved to Devon (Brixham). Now she is back, as her work has been shortlisted for the prestigious Charlotte Fraser Ceramics and Glass Prize at the Holt Arts Festival. Situated in the beautiful Georgian town of Holt and outlying venues, the Holt Arts Festival offers the best in music, theatre, fine art and the...

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The National Marine Aquarium makes a splash as it celebrates 25 years and 7 million visitors

The UK’s largest Aquarium proudly celebrates its 25th birthday this July - marking the occasion with a new permanent exhibit displaying its quarter of a century history

The National Marine Aquarium celebrates its 25th birthday this July, solidifying its position as the UK's premier destination for marine education and conservation. Welcoming 7 million visitors and home to more than 5...

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Tiverton Adventure Playground gears up for busy summer following donation

A charity in Tiverton that has supported young people, students and their families in the community for 50 years has received a £1,500 donation from local homebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter.

Tiverton Adventure Playground, set within a 3.5 acre wooded playground in Cowleymoor, Tiverton, is the largest designated adventure play facility within a 50-mile radius of Tiverton in...

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Warning issued over scam caller pretending to be police officer

Police investigating reports of a phone scam, which has led to one person aged in their 80s handing over substantial sums of money, are appealing for information.

Officers are also warning residents in Devon to be vigilant of the scam, in which the caller is pretending to be a police officer.

Detectives say they have had an increased number of calls about this scam over the...

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Multi-sensory rave experience Foreverland to arrive in Torquay with 'Dopamine Dreams' tour

The nation's most stimulating and immersive party returns to The Foundry for key stop on its 22-date UK tour.

The multi-sensory rave experience, Foreverland, will return by popular demand to The Foundry in Torquay on Friday 20th October with its all-new Dopamine Dreams tour. Fresh off the back of three sold-out shows at the world-famous Printworks London, Foreverland is on the road, taking...

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New faces at BCRM

The clinical team at Bristol Centre for Reproductive Medicine (BCRM) which treats patients with fertility issues living throughout the South West, has been boosted with the arrival of three new team members: consultant Andrina Louisy, and two clinical fellows – Jess Leese and Rebecca Davies.

With a career already spanning 30 years, Andrina Louisy has come to BCRM to work with their...

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Empowering Children's Book Series 'Understanding Me' Promotes Inclusivity and Empathy

Local Author Chloe Adrianne Celebrates Neurodiversity through Captivating Stories

In an effort to foster inclusivity, empathy, and understanding among young readers, local author Chloe Adrianne has launched a captivating children's book series titled "Understanding Me." Designed to engage parents and educators alike, the series aims to bridge the gap between children with autism,...

Summer policing operation starts and brings extra patrols

Devon & Cornwall Police’s summer policing operation starts at the weekend and brings extra patrols to villages, towns, resorts, beaches and open spaces in Cornwall.

Police will undertake extra foot, bike and e-bike patrols to protect the UK’s most popular tourism destination’s community and visitors during the summer period.

An additional 800 hours’ worth of policing...

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Devon Vineyard Wins Three Trophies at the WineGB Awards 2023

South Devon-based vineyard Sandridge Barton, the home of Sharpham Wine, has once again demonstrated its excellence in winemaking by securing three coveted trophies at the nationally recognised WineGB Awards 2023, solidifying its position as a leading English wine producer.

Sandridge Barton’s remarkable achievements were recognised at the WineGB Awards 2023, also known as the Wines of...

Text message scam warning

Residents in Devon are being warned to be on their guard against text message scam where fraudsters impersonate family members.

The warning comes from Heart of the South West Trading Standards Service who say there have been many examples of fraudsters sending a text message purporting to be from the recipient’s son or daughter, claiming that the sender has a new number or has broken...

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