Devon

The Burgess Excel Vet Awards , which celebrate the dedication and hard work of veterinary practices and individuals who improve the lives of domestic rabbits and guinea pigs in the UK, has named Michelle Taylor of Market Vets in North Devon as the winner of this year’s award for Rabbit Vet Nurse of the Year.

Following hundreds of applications and nominations for this year’s awards, a...

A CONTROVERSIAL proposal to create a huge new landfill site near Exeter has been called into question due to “omissions and inaccuracies” in the planning application.

BT Jenkins Ltd wants to turn 75 acres of green fields at Lower Brenton Farm at Kennford, near Exeter, into a landfill for up to 700,000 cubic metres of construction waste, as well as an industrial scale demolition waste...

Councillors have approved plans which set out priorities for developing cycling and walking improvements in a number of areas of the county.

Devon County Council’s Cabinet yesterday (Wednesday 10 January) backed the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans (LCWIPs) which outline cycling and walking improvements for Exeter, Teignbridge, and Barnstaple, Bideford and Northam over...

More than 1500 local people shared their views on how Cranbrook’s new town centre should look in a recent public consultation.

Cllr Paul Arnott, Leader of East Devon District Council and Chair of the Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone , said: "My heartfelt thanks go to everyone who joined in conversations about the future of Cranbrook. This is a crucial phase in the development of...

Seaton Tramway is excited to announce the successful purchase of the Seaton Jurassic building, marking a significant milestone in the Tramways's 54-year history and introducing a new attraction to East Devon. The acquisition, finalised on January 5, 2024, paves the way for the launch of the new and innovative 'Jurassic Discovery’ Centre.

Set to open in the Spring of 2024, Jurassic...

Otter Garden Centres is kicking off celebrations for its sixtieth anniversary celebrations with a special pledge set to benefit the communities local to its seven branches.

The family-run business – which started in 1964 – will be carrying out 60 ‘good deeds’ across the year. These will be achieved by working with charities, schools and community organisations.

As an example,...

Rowcroft Hospice is inviting the South Devon community to kick off the new year by signing up to The Big Tackle eight-mile sponsored walk. Previously known as The Male Trail, The Big Tackle starts from 10.30am at Torquay Rugby Club and takes in a beautiful scenic route around Torbay, with participants welcomed back to the club afterwards with a free beer and delicious pasty while watching the...

Exeter Property Circle, a networking group for people working within property in Exeter, was established in 2019.

The group host bimonthly networking events in and around Exeter, with a focus on using independent venues to help support local business.

The EPC has proven extremely popular with events regularly selling out, often with over 100 people in attendance.

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Devon Girls Golf Team Captain Sophie Page arranged a very successful fundraising golf day last summer to raise money for the Devon Girls Fund and Guide Dogs.

The day was co-organised between Colin Thomas, Sophie and Hannah Stephens (Devon Girls Team Manager), the Devon Girls squad and parents who assisted in the lead up and on the day.

Thanks to the efforts of everyone who took...

Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company presents a joyful, family-friendly retelling of The Three Little Pigs, which has been cowritten by nine school children including three from Plymouth.

The unique production, which features raucous puppets and original music, began its UK tour in autumn 2023 and will culminate its run in Plymouth on Tuesday 26 March, playing on The Drum stage until...