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Free jobs and careers fair organised by One Ilfracombe

One Ilfracombe’s focus on work and skills development in the town will continue this month with a free Jobs and Careers Fair.

More than 35 employers are due to attend the free event which will be held at the North Devon Resort, Marlborough Road, in Ilfracombe, on...

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Lewtrenchard manor reopens following extensive renovation

Historic country house hotel Lewtrenchard Manor has officially reopened its doors following an extensive renovation by independent hotel group Original Collection. Nestled in a secluded valley near Okehampton, the Grade II*-listed Jacobean manor began welcoming guests again on 25 July 2025, with bookings now open via its new website: www.lewtrenchardmanor.co.uk.

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Artists reflect on environmental crisis

A powerful new exhibition at Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) in Honiton is set to showcase contemporary artworks that confront today’s environmental challenges.

Where Are We Now?, opening this August, brings together work from 40 artists across Devon and Cornwall, all members of the Contemporary Art Membership Platform (CAMP) CIC. From sculpture to embroidery, the diverse exhibition...

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Plympton mum earns GB spot

A Plympton mum has secured a place on the Great Britain Veterans Judo Squad, less than two years after undergoing a total hip replacement.

Kylie Adams, 39, won gold at the British Veterans Judo Championship in Walsall this month, securing her spot on the GB team for the World Championships in Paris this November.

A 3rd-degree black belt and civil servant, Kylie’s achievement...

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Splashathon makes waves for charity

Hundreds of children aged 0–5 across Devon and Dorset have taken part in Water Babies’ Splashathon events over recent weeks, raising over £35,000 for Children’s Alliance and the baby loss charity Tommy’s.

The themed swimming sessions saw little ones dressed in costumes as they showed off their water safety skills in locations including Exeter, Bournemouth and Taunton.

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Libraries bring creativity to life

Devon and Torbay libraries are set to burst with colour, sound, and imagination this autumn as Libraries Unlimited unveils its exciting new programme, running from 1st August to 31st October, under the vibrant theme ‘Get Creating’.

Far from the quiet spaces of the past, libraries will host everything from craft workshops and discos to live theatre and concerts. Visitors can learn to...

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Win a private seafood feast - and support local nature projects

With a deadline of August 14, time is running out for the chance to win a private feast for twelve at award-winning restaurant The Seahorse in Dartmouth.

One lucky person will be able to experience a private dining experience at The Seahorse Cantina for their family and friends with a feast that celebrates fresh, seasonal seafood, served in a warm, welcoming setting near the River Dart...

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Wilder Sauna at Dartmeet, Dartmoor launching 1st August

Wilder Sauna, a new wellness venture, is set to open its doors on August 1st at Badgers Holt, Dartmeet, Dartmoor. This unique offering, created by naturopath and natural lifestyle advocate Primrose Russell, promises a revitalizing experience rooted in traditional sauna practices. The Wilder Sauna is a handmade, wood-fired sauna, designed to accommodate 8-9 people positioned next to the River...

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Running strong in Dad's memory

Thousands are expected to take part in the South West Coast Ultra Challenge on 2nd August, covering parts of the stunning Somerset coastline. Among them is Toby, a 20-year-old Youth Ambassador for children’s bereavement charity Winston’s Wish, who is taking on the Dunster Castle 10K loop in memory of their dad, Mark.

Toby lost their father to suicide in 2019 and is using the...

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Students cultivate eco awareness

Students at Axe Valley Academy in East Devon recently had the opportunity to interview BBC Radio Devon presenter and horticultural expert Toby Buckland for a national cross-school eco magazine. Produced by Devon-based environmental education organisation Little Green Change, the annual magazine showcases environmental action led by students across the UK.

During the interview,...

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Willowbank students design their dream ‘Bloor’ home

Last week, Bloor Homes opened its doors at The Meadows in Cullompton to a group of Willowbank Primary School students for a tour of the showhomes and the homes under construction, followed by a Q&A session and a dream home painting class led by volunteers from the developer’s Exeter region.

Throughout the morning, the students were given an exclusive educational experience of the...

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