Devon

Exeter MP supports biodiversity improvements in schools

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 Returns

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.

Set against the backdrop of...

Sweet chestnut blight outbreak prompts swift action

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.

Sweet...

Bovey Castle deliver £350k investment in luxury lodges

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.

It comes as a...

Most Dog-Friendly Walk in the South West revealed

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...

Manor Pavilion Theatre reopens after refurbishment

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...

Earn While You Learn: New Education Foundation Degree Launches in Devon

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...

Now open: Rockfish Sidmouth

Award-winning sustainable seafood restaurant group Rockfish , from CEO and Founder Mitch Tonks, has officially opened its Sidmouth restaurant on Tuesday 17th March, marking the brand’s eleventh restaurant location along the South West coast of England.

Located at Port Royal on Sidmouth seafront within the historic Drill Hall, Rockfish Sidmouth has carefully preserved the character of...

Totnes musicians unite for Rowcroft fundraiser in memory of local resident

A group of well-known South Devon musicians are coming together on 25th March 2026 at the Barrel House Ballroom in Totnes for a special fundraising concert in memory of much-loved local singer Sue Bradshaw. The aim of the event, titled “Friends in Harmony”, is simple: to have fun, give the audience a great night out, and raise money for Rowcroft Hospice.

Sue Bradshaw was a familiar...

Great British Fibre Festival Returns to Coldharbour Mill with Celebration of British Wool and Heritage Crafts

A celebration of British wool, heritage fibres and traditional textile crafts will take place in Mid Devon this year as the Great British Fibre Festival returns to Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme, near Cullompton, on bank Holiday Weekend of 30th/31st May 2026.

Set within one of the UK’s oldest surviving working woollen mills, the one-day festival will bring together farmers, fibre...

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