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Auction of ‘timeless classics’ from the wardrobe of a true trailblazer

Stylish vintage clothing from the 60s and 70s is to be auctioned at Chilcotts on October 15.

The collection includes stunning fashion tailoring by renowned designers and makers of the time, including Louis Féraud, André Peters, Roland Klein, Marcel Fenez, Burberry, Aquascutum, and Jaeger, all in superb condition.

These timeless classics with their sharp style come from the...

Shopfronts in Tiverton to be spruced up

A ‘shopfront enhancement scheme’ from Mid Devon District Council will offer grants of 50 per cent of estimates, up to £2,500, to upgrade, repair and refurbish shopfronts in the town centre.

The three-year project will be funded by just over £31,000 from agreements with developers for new retail areas. Total payments will be capped at £15,000 in the first year.

A report to...

Have a very ‘Mary’ Christmas with Quirk Theatre!

This December, South West based Quirk Theatre brings to life the astonishing true local story of Mary The Pigeon Who Never Gave Up, in partnership with Exeter Phoenix and The Plough Arts Centre, Torrington. A magical alternative to panto and a festive treat for the whole family!

Plough Arts Centre, Torrington: 30th November- 3rd December

https://www.theploughartscentre.org....

Multi-million decarbonisation works begin, affecting leisure centre parking

Mid Devon Leisure users are being encouraged to plan for disruption at both Exe Valley and Lords Meadow car parks, as energy improvement works begin.

From Tuesday 4th October parking at the two leisure centres will be severely limited, as major work gets underway to install ground and air source heat pumps. The pumps will allow both the sites to move away from high cost, fossil fuels...

Food Drink Devon Award Winners 2022

Devon’s Finest Celebrate at the Food Drink Devon Awards

Devon’s talented food and drink scene was alive at Monday (3rd October) night’s 11th Food Drink Devon Awards. Over 330 individuals from the county’s finest food and drink producers, hospitality and catering businesses and speciality retailers celebrated in style at the esteemed awards’ ceremony, held at Crowne Plaza Plymouth with its breath-taking views overlooking Plymouth Sound. The...

Identity Fashion brings Fashion Week to Plymouth

Devon designer fashion brand, Identity Fashion, together with Bulgarian designer, Nikolay Pachev, has organized a unique fashion show in Royal William Yard, Plymouth, for the local community, raising more than £5,000 pounds for the Chestnut Appeal for men’s health.

The collection presented was entitled “HUG” based on the idea that individuals are essential to one another and we...

Did you witness Plymouth burglaries?

Police investigating two reported robberies in Plymouth on Sunday 25 September are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

The first incident took place at around 10.50pm on the railway bridge on Sutherland Road, when a woman in her 20s was approached by a man, who took her handbag and ran off towards Restormel Road.

Police are trying to locate the stolen property,...

Acheson Construction commence works at new Cranbrook development

Works for a new mixed-use development in Cranbrook, Exeter have commenced and were marked with an official ground-breaking ceremony on Thursday 29th September.

Located at the junction of Tillhouse Road and Court Royal, this much needed new town centre will include; a Morrisons supermarket, children’s day nursery, ribbon retail, residential apartments and a new market square....

Unlock your inner writer at Greenway

This autumn the National Trust are inviting visitors to Agatha Christie’s holiday home, Greenway in Galmpton, to get their creative juices flowing with a creative writing programme of prompts and activities.

From Friday 7 October, a selection of Christie’s bestsellers will be on display throughout Greenway House alongside free taster writing workshops and a pop-up outdoor poetry...

Devon charities celebrate share of £1million fund

Five charities based in Devon have received donations of £1,000 each as part of the Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards.

For the fourth year running, the Benefact Group is giving away £1million to charities through its Movement for Good awards. Members of the public were invited to nominate causes close to their hearts, with another 250 awards of £1,000 available now for...

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