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Rainy-day treats in Devon: Small comforts that don’t break the bank

Devon’s reputation for big skies and dramatic coastline is well-earned, but so is its reputation for sideways rain. When another grey front rolls in from the Atlantic, the choice is often stark. Either spend some money you don’t really have on a big day out, or stay at home and stare at the damp washing.

It doesn’t have to be either-or. With the cost of living still biting, more...

CORRIDOR OF POWER - Award-winning author Iain Peters (middle) with charity representative Dr Kim Bond and Enable Law partner Gary Walker.JPG

Devon author hailed as 'inspirational' for award-winning book on overcoming childhood abuse

A Devon author has been praised as “inspirational” for his award-winning book which charts how a sense of adventure helped him overcome the torment of childhood sexual abuse.

Iain Peters was the centre of attention at a celebratory event organised by an Exeter-based lawyer after land the prestigious 2025 Boardman Tasker Award for Mountain Literature.

Iain teamed up with Enable...

18 Dec 2025 Cranbrook Leisure Centre project progresses, with design work underway

Design work is underway for a new leisure centre, a key addition to Cranbrook’s expanding town centre, with proposals including a 25-metre and learner pool, gym, fitness studios, soft play, and a café.

Residents’ feedback will help shape the proposals for the new leisure centre, so that these facilities meet the needs of a growing population, expected to reach more than 20,000 people...

The 12 strays of Christmas

Do you have room at the inn for 12 stray animals that are among a record number of rescued cats searching for homes at a Plymouth charity this Christmas?

Woodside Animal Welfare Sanctuary, on the edge of Plympton, is experiencing its busiest winter on record for rescued cats, with more than 100 onsite.

An unusually high number of these animals are strays, including several...

Wrap up the Christmas shopping! Kingsbridge photo retailer shares last-minute Christmas gift guide

With Christmas fast-approaching, many of us will be doing the last-minute dash to the shops to find the perfect gifts for loved ones. Although socks or gift cards are safe options, neither has the enduring impact of a personalised gift which family and friends can cherish for years to come.

To help Kingsbridge shoppers find heartfelt presents for their loved ones and avoid panic buying...

Free NHS flu vaccination clinics available across Devon

It’s not too late to have your free NHS flu vaccination to protect yourself and your loved ones this winter.

Due to the current increase in the rates of flu and other respiratory infections, extra drop-in clinics are running for those eligible to get their free NHS flu vaccine and/or their seasonal COVID-19 booster vaccination.

Pregnant women, and those aged 75-79 and people...

Christmas comes early for charities after clinic’s fundraising efforts

Community-conscious colleagues at a sight-saving eyecare clinic donated food and funds for those in need this winter.

The team at Newmedica Plymouth donated more than 30kg of essentials to the North Plymouth Food Bank, ready for Christmas.

The foodbank provides immediate, emergency food relief to Plymouth people facing hunger due to poverty, job loss, illness or high living...

Holsworthy CoE Primary School singing to residents

New Holsworthy Nursing Home Residents Forge Links With Local Schoolchildren

Newly arrived residents at a recently-opened dementia care home in Holsworthy have enjoyed meeting local primary school pupils who visited to serenade them with a “beautifully rehearsed” selection of carols and Christmas songs.

Suzanne Evans, manager of Deer Park Nursing Home, said: “The children brought such joy to our ladies and gents, and we all enjoyed their performance very much...

Westbank’s warm welcome for the community this winter

Westbank Community Health and Care has opened the doors of its warm, welcoming winter space for the communities of Exminster and Starcross, and is trialling a new shuttle service two days a week to help local people get there.

Warmwell at Westbank is within the charity’s recently revamped Community Hub and is open Monday - Friday from 10am for anyone seeking a welcoming, heated space...

Stagecoach SW launches search for unsung heroes

Stagecoach South West has launched a new campaign to recognise the everyday heroes who have made a difference in their communities this year, often quietly without expecting anything in return. The bus operator is calling on residents from Exeter, East Devon, Mid Devon, Torbay, Teignbridge, Plymouth, North Devon to nominate someone whose actions have supported others, strengthened their...

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