Summer means different things to each of us. For some it is a time to escape, to forget the humdrum routine of everyday life, pack the bags, round up the dogs and children, and head for the beach – or the hills! - for a few weeks of sun, fun and frolics. For others it is a more reflective time; a time to heal, to restore, to let nature take over and return our bodies and minds to good health, ready to face the challenges that lie ahead.
In this year’s exhibition at The Brownston Gallery Barry presents a collection that particularly portrays the nurturing aspect of summer...
Four of the district’s beaches have been awarded prestigious Blue Flag status, setting them out as some of the best beaches in the country, an accolade welcomed by the EDDC’s new administration.
The beaches in Seaton, Beer, Exmouth and Sidmouth have all been awarded the Blue Flag accolade and are among 78 locations given the award recognising outstanding beaches in England.
With the summer months approaching, restrictions for dog walking on East Devon’s beaches will soon be in force.
Each year, East Devon District Council (EDDC) limits areas where dogs can be exercised during the summer months, as it looks to ensure all beach goers can enjoy the area.
Following a public consultation exercise at the end of last year, there are a number of...
Dogs just love to run free on the beach whatever the weather and a perfect day out with the family is not complete without a visit to one of the three dog-friendly Venus beach cafes across South Devon. Here you will find a warm welcome for both you and your best friend, who will be well cared for with the launch of Venus’ canine menu.
With three different natural chews specific for...
Seaside entertainment featuring puppets, magic and songs will return to Devon’s beaches, promenades and quaysides this summer thanks to apprenticeships helping to keep traditional performance forms alive and well through training emerging local artists.
Promenade shows with slapstick, songs and Punch and Judy have become increasingly rare as holiday habits change but that won’t be...
It’s no secret that dogs are a man’s best friend. With National Dog Day just around the corner (26th August 2021), ShowersToYou.co.uk sought to find the highest-rated dog-friendly beach in the UK.
After analysing Google ratings and reviews for 151 beaches with no dog restrictions, ShowersToYou.co.uk can now reveal which is the best for you and your furry pal on their special day!...
Parkdean Resorts have revealed the UK's lightest and darkest beaches as inspiration for this year's staycation, and Devon has some of the UK's whitest beaches of all!
To help Brits beat the crowds and find their perfect beach getaway, Parkdean has expertly colour matched the sands of over 50 UK beaches to create an exclusive colour palette called ‘ Sandtone ’, inspired by the shades...
Blue Flags will be flying high above the beaches of Sidmouth and Exmouth from this week (w/b July 6) and these beaches, along with Seaton and Budleigh have also won prestigious Seaside Awards too ranking them among England’s best in the country.
Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy give the awards in recognition of beaches in England that achieve the highest standards of beach...
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) have received reports of several Portuguese Men-of-War washing up on beaches in Cornwall and Scilly Isles just weeks after authorities in Ireland warned local beach goers about a spate of recent strandings of this potentially dangerous floating sea creature.
Stings can be exceptionally painful and in extreme cases fatal.
