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Mindful Moments to Brighten Up Life in Devon

Devon’s landscapes offer endless opportunities to live life more slowly. Rather than chasing big changes, small, intentional moments in daily routines can bring satisfaction and calm. Simple habits, mindful pauses, and attention to surroundings allow residents to feel more connected to their...

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Trident Gym opens this weekend with prizes to be won

Trident Gym will be celebrating its opening at The Barcode, Drake Circus this weekend with a launch party giving Plymouth’s fitness fanatics the chance to win prizes.

This Saturday (1st February), the new state-of-the-art gym, health and wellness centre will be giving away free day passes for all visitors, alongside complimentary drinks from Red Bull and taster meals from Nutritional...

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Dartmoor Marathon returns after 30 Years, supported by Flapjackery

Lace up your running shoes and prepare to take on the Dartmoor Marathon, which is set to return after more than 30 years.

Supported by Tavistock-based Flapjackery, the challenging run will take place on April 12, 2026, and will cross the moors, taking in some of the UK’s most iconic scenery within the Dartmoor National Park.

The race director is Dave Chanter, from Peter Tavy,...

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Devon Air Ambulance seek volunteers in Exeter

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) not only operates a chain of 22 charity shops but also has a strong online presence through an eBay and ecommerce site, Shopdaat.org , where shoppers can discover preloved treasures from the comfort of their own home. The process of keeping each and every one of those outlets fully stocked is managed from their Exeter warehouse. DAA is calling upon locals who may be...

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Plymouth Has It All for 2025

With a rich maritime history, a thriving cultural scene, and stunning waterfront views, Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City is gearing up to make 2025 its best yet, with an exciting programme of events kicking off in May.

Home to the UK’s first (and only) National Marine Park in Plymouth Sound and recently rated as the ‘best place for quality of life ’in this year’s Demos-PwC Good Growth...

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Lovell and LiveWest agree £300m deal to build up to 820 new homes in North Devon

Exeter, 28 January 2025 - International law firm Trowers & Hamlins has advised on a landmark joint venture deal between its clients Lovell and LiveWest which will see them jointly acquire a development site in North Devon for delivery of up to 820 new homes.

The deal struck by Trowers will see the 40,000-home landlord through its commercial arm, Westco Properties, jointly develop...

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£21,000 seized from criminals given to good causes, Plymouth

During 2024, police teams in Plymouth awarded a total of £21,000 to good causes using money seized from criminals.

The money was given to local charities, groups and projects whose aims include supporting communities, diverting people away from crime and providing wellbeing support to vulnerable people.

Superintendent Phil Williams, who oversees the funding requests said: “...

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Devon customers praised for bringing joy to children at Christmas

Kind-hearted shoppers in Devon have been thanked for contributing to the 125,000 toys donated to children in need during the run-up to Christmas.

Before the festive celebrations, the Tesco stores in Devon called on shoppers to support a collection of toys so that families whose children would otherwise not receive a gift wouldn’t miss out on the big day.

People across the...

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Developer donation for Pilgrims’ charity

The builder behind two major developments in Plymouth has donated £3,000 to the charity arm of Plymouth Argyle FC.

Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon presented the cheque at Home Park to Argyle Community Trust, alongside the Leader of Plymouth Council, Cllr Tudor Evans, and Cllr Sue Dann, Cabinet Member for Sport.

The funds will be going towards supporting the...

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On Burns Night The Northern Lights of Old Aberdeen hits Rons sweet spot

Burns Night celebrations held for the people who live at Butterfly Lodge in Plymouth have been a real January highlight for resident Ron Urquhart who was a native of Aberdeenshire before he moved to Devon.

Sarah McCaffrey, deputy manager of Butterfly Lodge, said: “On the big day we had a visit from Dave the Lone Piper, whose amazing bagpipes could be heard everywhere throughout the...

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Kids plant new hedgerow in Axminster

Nineteen children in Years 1 and 2 at Axminster Community Primary Academy helped Little Green Change plant hedgerow saplings on their front playground on Friday 24th January 2025.

Species planted included Elder, Wayfaring, Hazel and Field Maple, all of which were donated by the Devon Wildlife Trust. During the session, the children all learnt lots of important information including...

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