Devon

Plymouth Pupils Fundraise for the Royal British Legion

Pupils and staff from Marine Academy Primary (MAP), part of the Ted Wragg Trust, have taken part in a sponsored poppy walk to raise funds for the Royal British Legion this month.

Miss Hansford and Miss Gibson joined some of the school’s Forces Friends children on Saturday 9th November for the walk which raised £210, over double the target amount! The walk was about 3 km long and...

Kickstart your New Year with a rewarding community nursing career

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Trust will be holding a community nursing recruitment event for registered nurses in December, with job offers being made on the spot. Student nurses, registered nurses, or nurses looking to return to practice after a career break are encouraged to attend the event to discover the rewarding role in the Urgent Care Nursing team, delivering patient-...

Dawlish Holiday Park Gets Tails Wagging With Dog Friendly Award Win

Cofton Holidays, an eco-friendly holiday park managed by a local Devon family, has been crowned top dog at the prestigious DogFriendly Awards , recognising their dedication to creating unforgettable holidays for guests and their four-legged friends.

Cofton Holidays Directors, Helen Scott and Mellony Kirby, were delighted to collect the honour of Holiday Park of the Year at the...

Devon carer named care worker of the year at regional awards

A Devon carer has been named care worker of the year at the South West regional finals of the Great British Care Awards.

The awards recognise the excellent work of care providers and individual carers within the care industry. There are ten regional awards, culminating in a national award early next year.

George Silimon is a team leader at Sefton Hall care home in Dawlish,...

The Bucket & Spade Café Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award

Devon based Café, The Bucket & Spade, is thrilled to announce it has received the prestigious Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, for the second year running. Nestled on the beautiful Jurassic coastline with spectacular panoramic views, this popular café was awarded top marks for quality of food, friendly service and ambience from visitors and locals in the area.

These awards...

Time to sparkle at The Donkey Sanctuary

With winter just around the corner, The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth is gearing up to make the season sparkle.

Set in the heart of the East Devon countryside, there are lots of resident donkeys to meet, play areas, engaging exhibits and scenic walks. The sanctuary is free to visit and park, and it’s dog friendly too.

The sanctuary’s miniature donkeys, who have recently moved...

FatBoy Slim announced as first headliner for electric bay festival 2025

Prepare for an unforgettable summer as the English Riviera's Electric Bay Festival makes its highly anticipated return in July 2025.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Torre Abbey Meadows, just steps from Torquay's golden sands, this year’s event boasts a stellar lineup, headlined by one of the music industry's biggest names.

The English Riviera BID Company, in...

Help shape the future of your ambulance service

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is looking for people to join their next Patient Participation Panel meeting to share their views, concerns and praises about the care and service provided to patients and members of the public across the South West region.

The next Patient Participation Panel meeting is on Friday 13 December at 10:00-11:30. You can...

Honiton Locals Invited to a Week of Festive Fun at Otter Lodge

Churchill Living is opening the doors of Otter Lodge to Honiton locals for a week of festive fun events in celebration of the Christmas season. The events, taking place throughout the first week of December, will offer those interested in learning more about the Churchill Living lifestyle the opportunity to do so, against a backdrop of festive cheer.

Almost 1.5 million older people...

Bays Brewery Spreads Some Festive Cheer With Its Latest Charity Brew

Family-run Bays Brewery in Paignton is kickstarting the season of goodwill in big-hearted style with its latest charity brew ‘Jingle Ale’, raising funds for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Available now in bottles, cask and beer boxes, the ho-ho hoppy bitter is deep amber in colour with a subtle sweetness, perfect for those looking to raise a toast to a great cause this...

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