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Could Masters of the Universe Inspire More Big-Budget Productions to Shoot in Devon?

Devon appears to be emerging as a popular location for huge productions on television and in cinema. One of the most recent examples of the stunning locations on offer was in Masters of the Universe, where the Beer Quarry Caves were transformed into a magical fantasy world.

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Appeal after car plunges into Hooe Lake

Two people have been freed from a submerged car at Hooe Lake in Turnchapel, Plymouth, today [25 August].

Police and emergency services were called at 1.55pm after reports that the vehicle had left the road and entered the lake.

The vehicle ended up on its roof and became submerged in the water.

Police officers and members of the public entered the water in an effort to...

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Two calls every hour to animals struggling in hot weather

The RSPCA has urged pet owners and farmers to keep their animals cool in the summer heat as temperatures rocket to 30C in some parts of England and Wales this week.

The animal welfare charity is issuing advice after a surge in calls relating to animals and heat exposure last month. The charity’s 24-hour emergency line received 1,606 calls in July - that’s two every hour or more than 50...

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Two arrested after Plymouth nightclub assault

Police are appealing for witnesses following a violent assault that left a 24-year-old man with a fractured nose.

The incident took place in Oceana Nightclub on the Barbican, Plymouth on Thursday 11th August at around 2.15am.

Investigating Officer, Detective Constable Gareth Bray, said: “We are investigating an alleged assault that took place in the nightclub. We believe that...

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Fashionistas set to flock to Plymouth

With enough glitz and glamour to satisfy even the most discerning trendsetter Plymouth's Fabulous Fashion in the City event – which runs from Saturday, September 3rd to Sunday 11th - promises everything from top catwalk shows and a mobile Beauty Bus to fantastic competitions.

City retailers, Plymouth College of Art students and the City Centre Company have joined forces for the event...

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Police search Devon property after man arrested under Terrorism Act

Police are searching a house in Exminster, near Exeter and nearby woods as part of a counter terrorism operation.

A 30-year-old man was arrested in Somerset today [24 August] on suspicion of terrorism offences.

He was arrested at 12.20pm by officers from the Metropolitan Police Service’s Counter Terrorism Command (SO15), supported by colleagues from Avon and Somerset and Devon...

Step back in time at Buckland Abbey

National Trust’s Buckland Abbey is offering a glimpse into what life was like during the Middle Ages this bank holiday, as the Abbey will be heading back in-time to 1481.

On Saturday 27 – Monday 29 August, the Medieval Free Company will be setting up camp within the grounds of the National Trust estate near Yelverton. They will give passers-by the opportunity to discover the medieval...

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Sir Bradley Wiggins confirmed for Tour of Britain

Sir Bradley Wiggins will race in the Tour of Britain in less than two weeks time.

And it could be the last time Devon gets to see the cycling superstar in a competitive race.

Sir Bradley, the 2012 Tour de France champion who recently won his eighth Olympic medal taking Gold in the Team Pursuit in Rio for Great Britain - and setting a new world record - alongside Owain Doull,...

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Drake Circus gears up for back to school rush

Schools in Plymouth may have to stock up on extra spare PE kits this term as one in four parents in the city say it’s the back to school essential they’re most likely to forget.

With most schools due to reopen on 1st September, Drake Circus is expecting a last minute rush this weekend as parents get ready for the new term.

In a survey of local parents, Drake Circus found that...

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RSPCA alarm at badger cull restart

The RSPCA is alarmed that despite three years of failed culls the UK Government is now forging ahead with plans to kill badgers in six different areas.

Three counties, Somerset, Gloucestershire and Dorset were subject to culls in 2015 and now it has been announced Defra will be licensing new areas in north Cornwall, north and south Devon, south Herefordshire and west Dorset despite...

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Wildlife Trust welcomes back long-lost crab

A species of crab which had not been seen in Devon for more than 30 years has been found living on a popular stretch of coast close to Plymouth.

The crustacean in question goes by the scientific name Clibanarius erythropus but is more commonly known as the St Piran’s crab. The find was made in Wembury Bay by Devon Wildlife Trust volunteer John Hepburn on one of the many regular...

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