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Discover East Devon’s Hidden Gems

With its rolling countryside, picturesque villages, and stunning coastline, East Devon is a treasure trove of unique attractions. While its more famous locations draw crowds, a wealth of lesser-known destinations await those eager to uncover the region's rich history, artistry, and natural...

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Devon care providers urged to strengthen risk management amid mounting pressures

Ansvar Insurance, a leading specialist insurer for the care sector, is urging Devon providers to take proactive steps to safeguard their services against key risks that threaten their operations.

The local care industry is facing increasing challenges, with rising demand and evolving risks putting pressure on providers. According to the latest data from the Department of Health and...

Drake Circus confirms May Bank Holiday opening times

Drake Circus has confirmed its opening hours for the upcoming bank holiday weekend.

Between Saturday 3rd May – Monday 5th May, the centre’s shopping hours will be:

Saturday 3rd May: 9am to 6pm

Sunday 4th May: 10:30am to 4:30pm

Monday 5th May: 10am to 5pm

Individual opening hours and opening times for leisure and...

Devon housebuilder makes Easter donation to local foodbank

Regional housebuilder Allison Homes South West has celebrated Easter by donating over 30 chocolate eggs to a local foodbank.

In the run up to Easter, the housebuilder held a collection amongst the staff at its head office in Tiverton and was able to donate a total of 31 eggs to Churches Housing Action Team (CHAT).

CHAT has been supporting those facing housing challenges...

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Residents knitting club create comfort bears for police to help distressed children

Volunteer knitters in Budleigh Salterton have been keeping their needles busy to make comfort teddy bears for children and young people coming into contact with Devon & Cornwall Police.

Residents from The Firs retirement home have made and donated the comfort toys with local Neighbourhood Team Inspector Matt Helm meeting the residents to say thanks for their efforts and kindness...

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Timewade sponsors live streaming technology for Whimple Cricket Club

Timewade , a leading South West IT solutions provider, has proudly sponsored Whimple Cricket Club, enabling the purchase of Frogbox live-streaming technology to showcase matches online.

This latest contribution follows Timewade’s previous sponsorship of the club’s newly established women’s team, providing them with branded team shirts and vital support to grow the squad.

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Devon holiday let owners celebrated in national awards programme

Three sets of local holiday let owners are celebrating after being recognised in a national awards scheme that showcases exceptional holiday homes.

The owners of Monks Cottage , The Shippon , and Little Orchard , all located across Devon, were named winners in the awards programme by Sykes Holiday Cottages following outstanding guest feedback.

From a former cow shed in a rural...

Devon holiday park strikes gold with Green Tourism Award

Ladram Bay Holiday Park in East Devon has achieved a distinguished Green Tourism Gold Award for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

The multi-award-winning park took home the top band of accreditation after a rigorous assessment of evidence against 15 sustainability goals under three core pillars: People, Places, and Planet. Ladram Bay was commended for...

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Planning approved for 150-home development in Landkey

Regional housebuilder, Allison Homes South West has received planning approval for a new residential development in Landkey, North Devon, which will deliver 150 high-quality homes to the town, 30% of which will be affordable homes.

Construction is expected to begin this summer, with the first homes expected to be available in 2026, with the full neighbourhood due for completion by...

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Beer to Soberton: A Road Less Travelled

It’s the 16th of September 2016, and I’ve just made a decision that will alter the trajectory of my life in ways that I can’t possibly fathom right now. I’ve decided to give up drinking. I had a feeling it might come to this, and believe me, I’ve done my best to avoid it. After all, what thirty-two-year-old wilfully chooses a life of abject boredom and eternal FOMO. Life without booze was...

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Princess Theatre Christmas panto cast announcement

Back by popular demand, Michael Neilson and Matthew Curnier are returning to Torquay for this years Christmas panto, Sleeping Beauty! This will be Michael's third year back at the Princess Theatre, Torquay having starred as Dame Derriere in Beauty and the Beast in 2023, Dame Trott in Jack and the Beanstalk in 2024. He returns to Torquay this Christmas as Nurse Nellie. Michael said: "I'm so...

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