East Devon District Council’s Cabinet has formally adopted the Exmouth Placemaking Plan, following endorsement from both Exmouth Town Council and Devon County Council’s Highways and Traffic Orders Committee (HATOC). The decision marks a major step forward in delivering a coordinated, long‑term vision for the town centre, seafront and key gateways.
Two new life-sized sculptures inspired by Beryl Cook’s much-loved painting Hips and Chips have been unveiled today near the Belvedere on Plymouth Hoe, adding to the growing trail across the waterfront and city centre that celebrates her life and work.
Dating from the 1970s, the original painting is a characteristically humorous everyday scene with two women and a man dressed in...
Mrs Julie Rickets, a retired resident from Sourton near Okehampton, is looking forward to a run of good fortune having been through the trauma of having her house flooded by a burst pipe, and receiving the shock news that her rural bungalow needed a new roof.
On top of having had trouble with her car, Julie needed a boost, which is exactly what she got last week when she discovered...
Exeter MP, Steve Race, visited Bowhill Primary School on Friday 27th March 2026 to show his support for Little Green Change's Biodiversity in Schools Project, which provides free environmental education and biodiversity improvements to state-funded primary and secondary schools in Devon, Dorset and South-West Somerset, thanks to funding from The Nineveh Charitable Trust, The People's Postcode...
The English Riviera Walking Festival is set to return with a newly curated programme featuring 20 coastal walks , led by experienced guides.
The annual event, spanning Torquay, Paignton and Brixham from 06 - 21 June, will feature a new wave of immersive, expertly guided walking experiences that combine history, heritage, creativity and wellbeing.
Sweet chestnut blight has been confirmed in Devon, the Forestry Commission has said today (Thursday 26 March).
In response to the outbreak, the Forestry Commission has introduced restrictions on the movement of susceptible material in parts of South Devon from Thursday 2 April. These measures are designed to contain the disease and reduce the risk of further spread.
Two luxury lodges on Dartmoor have undergone a £350,000 investment ahead of what is being tipped as a popular year for staycations, according to new research.
The two luxury self-catering lodges, which are part of five-star resort Bovey Castle, have undergone significant refurbishment to cater for up to eight people in each, and are now open for bookings.
With the Easter bank holiday just around the corner, Rover.com , the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care, has revealed the top dog-walking destinations across the UK, helping pet parents plan their next Easter adventure.
Of all 12 UK regions, 1 in 5 Brits agree the best area for dog walking is the South-West. Home to the South West Coast Path and Dartmoor National...
The Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth has announced its reopening following the refurbishment of its auditorium.
Theatre-goers can enjoy a refurbished auditorium with bespoke new seating, retaining the charm of the traditional theatre while improving the theatre experience.
The venue has reopened with a much-anticipated show from East Devon Dance Academy: Debut from the Small...
A powerful new partnership between the Centre for the Children’s Workforce and the Ted Wragg Trust is opening the door to life-changing career progression for people working with children across Devon.
A brand new two-year Foundation Degree, now open for expressions of interest, has been created specifically for professionals already supporting children who want to build their...
