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Bideford food festival to serve up a feast of local flavours

Food lovers and families are being invited to enjoy a free day out celebrating the best of local and regional produce when eat returns on Saturday, October 24.

The one-day festival will bring together more than 70 food and drink producers , with the...

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Bovey Castle deliver £350k investment in luxury lodges

Two luxury lodges on Dartmoor have undergone a £350,000 investment ahead of what is being tipped as a popular year for staycations, according to new research.

The two luxury self-catering lodges, which are part of five-star resort Bovey Castle, have undergone significant refurbishment to cater for up to eight people in each, and are now open for bookings.

It comes as a...

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Providing support for children and families who struggle during the school holidays.

Plymouth customers can support families facing financial difficulties during the Easter school holidays by picking up an extra bag to put through the checkout at Tesco stores.

The donation bags, which cost between £2 and £5, are pre-packed with healthy long life food items. They will be available at large Tesco stores in and around Plymouth during the Easter break (30 March 30 to 12...

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Cash Access UK opens Dawlish banking hub in permanent home

Cash Access UK, the organisation set up to protect access to cash across the UK, has confirmed that the banking hub in Dawlish has opened in its permanent location at 14 Brunswick Place.

The official opening took place on Friday 20thMarch, with Martin Wrigley, MP for Newton Abbot attending to cut the ribbon.

Customers of all major banks can visit the hub any weekday between...

Most Dog-Friendly Walk in the South West revealed

With the Easter bank holiday just around the corner, Rover.com , the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care, has revealed the top dog-walking destinations across the UK, helping pet parents plan their next Easter adventure.

Of all 12 UK regions, 1 in 5 Brits agree the best area for dog walking is the South-West. Home to the South West Coast Path and Dartmoor National...

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Title sponsor announced as tickets launch for Plymouth Boat Fest 2026

Marine AI has been announced as the new title sponsor of Plymouth Boat Fest 2026, with the event set to return on Saturday 20th June at Plymouth Yacht Haven under the new banner Plymouth Boat Fest, powered by Marine AI . Alongside the announcement, organisers have released free visitor tickets for the South West’s major boat show, which returns following a highly successful inaugural event in...

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Digital Devon event will offer AI insights

Businesses across the county are being invited to attend a new full-day event in Torquay aimed at helping them better understand digital technology and artificial intelligence.

Organised by Devon Chamber of Commerce, Digital Devon will take place on 9 June at the Riviera Centre, running from 10am to 4pm.

The event will bring together speakers, workshops and exhibitors from...

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Police share a lesson in equality and team work with Torquay pupils

Some of the Torquay Neighbourhood Police Team delivered an anti-discrimination workshop at Watcombe Primary School earlier this week to give students a life lesson.

The workshop, on Wednesday 18 March, was a joint event with Torquay United Community Sports Trust and was primarily for pupils in Years 5 and 6. However officers stayed behind at the end so students in other classes could...

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Local housebuilder supports Landkey Primary School with road safety boost for Beep Beep Day

Allison Homes South West has partnered with Landkey Primary School to support this year’s Beep Beep Day on 18th March, helping pupils learn about road safety by donating high-visibility vests for children taking part in the national awareness campaign.

Organised by the road safety charity, Brake, Beep Beep Day encourages schools and nurseries across the UK to teach young children...

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Manor Pavilion Theatre reopens after refurbishment

The Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth has announced its reopening following the refurbishment of its auditorium.

Theatre-goers can enjoy a refurbished auditorium with bespoke new seating, retaining the charm of the traditional theatre while improving the theatre experience.

The venue has reopened with a much-anticipated show from East Devon Dance Academy: Debut from the Small...

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Public urged to put safety first as essential cliff works close Sidmouth seafront paths

East Devon District Council is urging residents and visitors to put their safety first and strictly follow path closures currently in place along Sidmouth seafront, as essential cliff works continue.

A recent cliff inspection identified a large crack in a wall structure above the Millennium Walkway. The cobblestone wall has had a crack behind it for some time, however professional...

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