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ChromCadillacs & Cruisers: Cofton’s Biggest Car Show Yet Roars to Life!

The chequered flag has come down on another unforgettable American Car Show at Cofton Holidays, and what a weekend it was. With over 200 jaw-dropping vehicles on display and 3,500 guests soaking up the vibrant atmosphere, the 2025 event was the biggest and best in the show’s eight-year history...

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Bikers take on challenge to find brain tumour cure

A biker from Devon is preparing to ride more than 1,000 miles in three days in memory of his best friend’s wife who died of a brain tumour.

Stuart Morrissey from Plymouth will take to the roads on his 125cc motorcycle, stopping off at 14 of the country’s vehicle museums along the way. The challenge, which will see him cover 1,100 miles in just three days, is inspired by Christine...

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Schools out for summer in Devon – Six FREE nature activities for children

As schools break for summer the RSPB invites families to enjoy their FREE summer Wild Challenge activities to help children connect to Devon's nature and have fun.

Rosalind Allen, RSPB Education and Families Development Officer, said: “As schools in Devon break up for the summer, many parents are worrying about the increased cost of living and how they will be able to afford to have...

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Devon Mind and the Chestnut Appeal launch the Plymouth Harbour Runs

Two local charities have partnered to launch the Plymouth Harbour Runs , a pair of new community running challenges. Mental health charity Devon Mind and men’s health charity The Chestnut Appeal are inviting local running enthusiasts to participate in the Plymouth Harbour 10K this October, which is now open for registration. The run is sponsored by Bishop Fleming , an accountancy firm with an...

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Destination Plymouth showcases Britain’s vibrant Ocean City to British Tourism Chair

Chair of VisitBritain Dame Judith Macgregor DCMG LVO visited Plymouth last week (July 29 and 30) whilst it took centre stage as Britain’s Ocean City and showcased its world-class attractions as part of the Sail GP extravaganza.

Dame Judith, currently Chair of VisitBritain, received a behind-the-scenes tour of the technical area of the Great Britain Sail Grand Prix, the world’s most...

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New Cultural Strategy to offer creative opportunities for East Devon

East Devon District Council launches new 10 year Cultural Strategy for the region.

The new strategy aims to strengthen, promote and grow arts and culture in East Devon, offering high quality creative opportunities, accessible to people of all ages, in all communities.

Over the last four months, people, places, organisations and activities have been mapped revealing what is...

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Apprentices resurrecting traditional seaside entertainment to bring puppets, magic and song to Devon beaches

Seaside entertainment featuring puppets, magic and songs will return to Devon’s beaches, promenades and quaysides this summer thanks to apprenticeships helping to keep traditional performance forms alive and well through training emerging local artists.

Promenade shows with slapstick, songs and Punch and Judy have become increasingly rare as holiday habits change but that won’t be...

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Temporary bridge to be installed at Martinhoe to re-open road

Work to install a temporary bridge over Martinhoe Bridge in North Devon will start next week (Monday 1 August) to enable the road to re-open as soon as possible. Martinhoe Bridge, located near the Hunters Inn on Exmoor, was closed for safety reasons earlier this month after a routine inspection by Devon County Council found serious structural defects. From Monday, a 90-tonne crane will lift...

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Devon-based eco fleet-tech business reaches Global Good Awards final

Lightfoot, the trail-blazing, Devon-based in-cab, driver fleet coaching technology and rewards platform, has succeeded in making it through to the finals of the internationally renowned 2022 Global Good Awards. Rewarding businesses big or small for their responsible and sustainable practices, the prestigious awards attracts applicants from across the globe.

Past Global Good Awards...

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SW innovators collaborate to develop enhanced solutions for seagrass monitoring

A new, non-invasive method to measure and monitor seagrass biomass on the seabed around England’s South West coast is being developed as part of an ongoing, collaborative project.

The innovative new technique is currently being trialled by local companies HydroSurv in Exeter and Totnes based Valeport, working with the University of Plymouth and Natural England, and supported by a grant...

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