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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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Dive Into Summer: Lympstone Manor’s Annual Pool Party Returns This June

Lympstone Manor is delighted to announce that its legendary Pool Party is back—and this year, it promises to be better than ever. Taking place on Saturday 7th June from 12 noon with the party going till late, tis the perfect celebration to start the summer.

Guests will be welcomed with a complimentary drink on arrival, with three further drinks included in each ticket. The all-day...

Trust receives £1.2m investment into renewable energy

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) has been awarded £1.2m towards energy efficiency projects and renewable energy.

UHP has been awarded £549,167 for a solar power project in Plymouth, thanks to funding from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The funding is part of a package of £100m from Great British Energy for the NHS to install solar power and battery...

Rowcroft Hospice calls for increased funding of community-based care

A recent report by the Office for National Statistics highlights that while the majority of people at end of life express the desire to die at home, hospital deaths remain prevalent. Earlier this year the Health Economics Unit and Nuffield Trust think-tank found that more than 80% of healthcare costs in the final year of life (£9.6bn) is spent on hospitals, rather than support in the...

Something Fresh is Rising in Totnes: The Daily Knead, a New Artisan Bakery & Coffee Bar

A new destination for handcrafted bread, buttery pastries, and expertly brewed coffee is about to open its doors in Totnes. The Daily Knead , an artisan bakery dedicated to quality and community, will officially launch on Friday, 11th April 2025 .

Opening Weekend Celebration

To mark the grand opening, The Daily Knead is inviting locals to join them on Friday, 11th – Sunday...

Family-Owned Ice Cream Parlour Named Best in the UK

Meet The Best Ice Cream Parlour in the UK: Devon’s Ice Cream Family Establishment Honoured at the 2025 ICA Awards Night.

With humble beginnings as a fourth-generation dairy farm selling small-batch ice cream from a converted wooden summerhouse, The Otter Valley Ice Cream & Field Kitchen has soared above the competition to scoop up the prestigious 2024 Parlour of the Year award...

Treasure Hunt inspired by new Agatha Christie Sculpture comes to Torquay Harbourside

A free treasure hunt around Torquay harbourside has been created to coincide with the unveiling of the Agatha Christie sculpture on Saturday 12 April. To mark the fact that the sculpture features one of Agatha’s favourite dogs, a wire-haired terrier called Peter, the team at the Agatha Christie Festival has devised a special family-friendly treasure hunt around Torquay Harbour. 500 limited-...

Half-price entry to mark half a century, as Devon attraction celebrates 50 years

Beer, Devon – One of Devon's premier tourist attractions has announced it will be reopening on April 1st, 2025, marking the commencement of a milestone 50th anniversary season. Since its inception in 1975, Pecorama has been a cherished destination for families, garden enthusiasts, and model railway aficionados, offering a unique blend of family entertainment and natural beauty.

To...

Exeter Philharmonic Choir’s Lord Mayor’s concert raises over £800 for Force Cancer Charity

Exeter Philharmonic Choir’s recent Mozart concert at Exeter Cathedral has raised a considerable sum for a cancer charity in the city. The event on 15 March, which featured the renowned London Mozart Players and an impressive line-up of soloists including Devon-born violin virtuoso Joel Munday, received a retiring collection totalling £839 for the Lord Mayor of Exeter’s chosen charity, Force...

Explore East Devon for less this Spring

This Spring East Devon will burst into life with festivals and cultural offerings, making it the perfect time to explore this vibrant region. From music and arts to food and history, here’s your ultimate guide for things to do in East Devon with plenty of not-to-be-missed Spring offers thrown in too.

Festivals and events

Sidmouth Sea Fest is a celebration of the town's rich...

KFC Marsh Mills hits the streets of Plymouth litter picking for the Great British Spring Clean

April 2025 : KFC Marsh Mills team members took to the streets of Plymouth on Tuesday to mark the Great British Spring Clean, an annual nationwide campaign to clean up the UK’s local communities.

This year, 11 KFC team members in Plymouth were joined by The Deputy Lord Mayor for Plymouth, Councillor Pauline Murphy, the Deputy Lord Mayor’s Consort, Councillor Mark Coker on the day,...

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