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Jennifer Bell from Chilcotts with costume jewellery

June sale tops auction record as costume jewellery sparkles

Chilcotts Auctioneers has revealed that its June sale was the most successful to date.

The total achieved at hammer price was £280,000. This success reflects the current spike in silver and gold prices with top performers including gold proof coin sets from the Royal Mint.

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Dartmoor marshals return this summer

Marshals have returned to Dartmoor National Park this summer to support Rangers and help keep the moor a safe, welcoming place for everyone. First introduced in 2020, the Dartmoor Marshals are now in their sixth year and continue to provide extra help during the busiest time of year.

From now until mid-September, the Marshals will be on patrol, mainly during the evenings. Their role...

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Matilda musical announces touring cast

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the cast for the upcoming UK and Ireland tour of Matilda The Musical, which celebrates 15 years on stage in 2025.

The tour kicks off in Leicester this October and will visit 15 cities across the UK, including Bradford, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Manchester, and Cardiff—where the production will run over Christmas until 17 January 2027. One of...

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Tinies Launches Teddy Trail Across Devon

Local families – and the childcare professionals who support them – are in for a treat this summer as Tinies, one of the UK’s most trusted childcare agencies, brings joy and adventure to Devon with the launch of its Tinies Teddy Trail.

From bustling town centres to peaceful parks, adorable Tinies-branded teddy bears have been hidden in secret locations across the county, waiting to...

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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.

The restoration marks...

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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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