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Odd socks day is part of Anti-Bullying Week

Children bullied at school feel safer learning from home says Devon based headteacher of online school as Anti-Bullying Week approaches

Twenty three percent of schoolchildren are frequently bullied according to a survey conducted by the Anti-Bullying Alliance (ABA).

But bullying doesn’t stop at the school gate, says Lisa Boorman, headteacher of Queen’s Online School, who is seeing an increase in Year 7 to 11 pupils...

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Extensive Moorcroft Pottery collection headlines Chilcotts October sale

A substantial collection of Moorcroft Pottery in superb condition will be a major feature of Chilcotts Auctioneers’ sale on October 11 in Honiton. The collection showcases a wide range of designs from the pottery’s long history.

William Moorcroft created his first pieces in the 1890s whilst working at James Macintyre & Co Ltd, going on to establish his own factory in Stoke-on-Trent...

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Plymouth law firm awarded EcoVadis Gold for third consecutive year

Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) has once again received a gold medal from global sustainability ratings provider EcoVadis, placing the Plymouth law firm in the top three per cent of companies assessed this year.

As the world's largest and most-trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, EcoVadis assesses criteria across four themes: Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, Environment...

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Bonfire and Fireworks Halloween Special at Whimple Cricket Club

The hugely popular bonfire and fireworks night returns to Whimple Cricket Club on Saturday 1st November this year, with fireworks once again provided by award-winning Sonic Fireworks.

It’s set to be another great night of family fun. As well as the bonfire and fireworks display the event features bouncy castles, inflatable rides and music from the ever popular Andy Ellis.

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New Beach and Cliff Management Plan for Budleigh Salterton in development

A new Beach and Cliff Management Plan (BCMP) is being prepared by East Devon District Council (EDDC) and South West Flood & Coastal for Budleigh Salterton to set out how the town’s beach and cliffs should be managed in the years ahead. The plan will help guide practical and realistic approaches to reducing risks from coastal erosion, cliff falls, flooding and climate change, while...

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Free therapeutic swimming classes for local people living with Parkinson's

Plymouth Active is offering a series of free therapeutic swimming sessions, including the use of the Good Boost to help more people living with Parkinson’s across Devon and the South West to get back into swimming.

When : Every Friday from 13.45pm to 14.45pm - Starting on Friday 10 October

Where : Plymouth Life Centre, 40 Mayflower Drive, Plymouth, PL2 3DG

Cost :...

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Lord Mayor of Plymouth Visits Burts Snacks for National Recycling Week

The Lord Mayor of Plymouth, Kathy Watkin, visited Burts Snacks’ Plymouth factory today (Friday 26 September) as part of National Recycling Week (22-27 September) celebrations. During her tour, the Lord Mayor met the team and saw first-hand how the Devon-based snack maker has been working to make its operations more sustainable.

National Recycling Week is an annual campaign that...

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Bellway installs inclusive swing at playground after appeal from local mum

An inclusive swing has been installed in the play area at a new housing development in Willand for children with special educational needs and disabilities.

Bellway included the specially-designed swing in its plans for Fox Mill Gardens at the request of a local mum who lives at the development.

Stevie Anne Hutter contacted the housebuilder to ask if they could install the...

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Theatre Royal Plymouth on the hunt for children’s ensemble for this year’s pantomime, Dick Whittington

Theatre Royal Plymouth is, once again, searching for two teams of eight children to take part in this year’s Theatre Royal Plymouth Pantomime , Dick Whittington .

In order to meet as many young people as possible, this year TRP will be holding auditions in two stages. The first round on Sunday 05 October 2025 will be an open call. Following this round, we will invite a small group of...

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Plymouth marjon university celebrates top 10 national position for teaching quality

Plymouth Marjon University has secured its place among the UK’s best, rising five places overall in the prestigious Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 and earning a Top 10 national ranking for Teaching Quality .

This recognition reinforces Marjon’s reputation as a leading light for teaching excellence, with similarly strong results across student experience and social inclusion...

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Myths of Dartmoor on Dark Autumn Nights

Dartmoor’s captivating, curious and often creepy folk tales will be brought to life this autumn in a series of talks by local guide and author Emma Cunis.

From the Hairy Hands, to Kitty Jay and the Coach of Bones, Emma will be exploring the origins of the moor’s many myths, and legends, and revealing why they still resonate today. She’ll be doing events in Ashburton, Chagford,...

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