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Killerton walk for FORCE

Seventh annual Killerton walk in memory of colleague

An intrepid group from The Family Law Company with friends and families braved the weather to undertake a fundraising walk in memory of a cherished colleague. This year’s ‘Walk for Helen’ raised just under £280 for FORCE.

Helen Finch lost her fight to cancer in 2019. Since then, an...

Step into Hidden History at A la Ronde: Virtual Reality Shell Gallery and Archaeology Exhibition Open 

Visitors can now experience the past at National Trust A la Ronde, nr Exmouth, Devon, in new ways this summer with the launch of a virtual reality experience allowing access to the Shell Gallery and a new archaeology exhibition called Digging Deeper.

For the first time, visitors can step virtually into one of A la Ronde’s most delicate and intriguing spaces: the Shell Gallery, as...

South Devon College says bon voyage to Trevor the African Bullfrog

Students and staff from the Animal Care Unit at South Devon College have said goodbye and good luck to a rising superstar of the amphibian world.

Trevor, an African Bullfrog, who is the size of a dinner plate, has lived at the college since 2018. He was spotted by Chester Zoo on social media posts and scouted to be the main attraction in its brand-new Africa exhibit.

“I was...

Carers Week 2025 - Holding on to Hope

Carers Week gives us a chance to pause, reflect and shine a light on the quiet strength of unpaid carers across the country, especially those caring for a loved one living with dementia. But for carers, this isn’t just one week a year. It’s every day, often with little respite.

Through my work leading the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance and supporting families, I’ve had the privilege...

SouthWest Saunas to Launch in Haldon Forest

For the Love of Saunas

SouthWest Saunas are set to launch an exciting new wellness venture in the heart of one of the county's most popular outdoor destinations.

Jake Rocking and Yussef Robinson, childhood friends who have returned to their Devon roots, are opening SouthWest Saunas at Haldon Forest Park on Sunday, 20th July. The sauna facility will be located within a ten-minute walk...

10 Summer Job Ideas for Young People in Devon

Summer’s rolling in, and for a lot of young people in Devon, that means one thing: time to make some money. Whether it’s saving for uni, funding festival tickets, or just wanting a bit more independence, a summer job can do the trick.

In Devon, with its buzzing tourism spots, lively seaside towns, and growing online economy, there are loads of ways to earn cash, both in-person and...

Step Into the Story: English Riviera Walking Festival Champions Experiential Tourism

As the demand for more meaningful travel grows, the English Riviera Walking Festival is emerging as a standout event in the UK’s experiential tourism scene. Offering a unique blend of history, culture, literary heritage, and dramatic coastal landscapes, the festival invites visitors to explore the region not just by foot – but through the stories it has to tell.

“People aren’t just...

From Sidmouth to the Palace: Young People Honoured with Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards

Sidmouth College is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of two former students, Fern and Jacob, who were invited to Buckingham Palace this month to receive their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Having completed their Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards during their time at Sidmouth College, Fern and Jacob exemplify the resilience, commitment, and adventurous spirit at the heart...

Devon businessman gives needy cats a boost with feline-themed game

A Devon businessman has created a new cat-focused game which promises to release your inner-feline while also giving needy moggies a boost.

Matt Price from Kingsbridge has created Who’s Meowing?®, a fast-paced party game which challenges players to wear a cat blindfold while taking on laugh-out-loud challenges and guessing who is making ridiculous meowing sounds.

Cat-loving...

City Centre Padel Court Experience Will Launch in Plymouth When ‘Wimbledon On The Big Screen’ Returns This Summer

Plymouth , Britain’s Ocean City, is set to serve up a summer of sport like no other with another first, as it becomes the only UK city to host Wimbledon on the Big Screen alongside a full-size pop-up Padel court in its city centre, attracting visitors from all over the UK in the process.

Padel, a high-energy sport blending tennis and squash, is played in an enclosed court with solid...

Top names on the bill for 48th Dartmoor Folk Festival

AN impressive line up, including some new artists, are on the bill for this year’s Dartmoor Folk Festival, the 48th, which will take place in the foothills of Dartmoor from Friday, August 8 to Sunday, August 10.

Headlining at South Zeal, near Okehampton, will be English folk band The Demon Barbers, which is well-known for its energetic live performances, fusing traditional folk...

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