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Glastonbury festival may be over, but the party is still going on down in Devon! It was a showstopper of a summer garden BBQ party this week at Sundial care home in Tipton St John, with singing, dancing, and even a Shetland pony making an appearance.

The day was led by brilliant entertainer, Patrick Jarvis, who had the group up singing and dancing with him under the gazebo. Team...

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is asking the public to think twice about using disposable BBQs this holiday.

Wayne Rawlins, area manager for risk at Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue says:

“Every year we see so many preventable fires caused by disposable BBQs. They are a not only a fire risk when they’re being used, but also pose a risk when being disposed of,...

Do you know that BBQs give off poisonous carbon monoxide hours after use?

Bringing them into a tent or awning to keep warm is a recipe for disaster.

You cannot smell, taste or see Carbon Monoxide. So, if you suddenly get flu symptoms, or have headaches, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness or weakness you may have Carbon Monoxide poisoning. People often don’t realise that...

A study by TopCashback.co.uk, released today, reveals barbecues are burning a hole in resident’s pockets. Between hosting and attending barbecues during the summer months, residents in the South West will spend an average of £520 on everything from burger buns to corn on the cob.

On average, the majority of residents in the South West will host four barbecues throughout the summer,...

Patients in Plymouth have ended up in hospital after BBQ accidents every year since 2022, new NHS figures reveal.

The data, obtained via Freedom of Information by outdoor living brand Vonhaus, shows that University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust has dealt with seven BBQ-related admissions and six A&E attendances over the last four years.

Yearly breakdown:

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