In an exciting collaboration, Plymouth Marjon University has partnered with the Barbican Theatre in a five-year deal to bring an array of new shows and performances to the University’s Quad Theatre. This partnership aims to enhance the cultural landscape of Plymouth’s northern quarter, offering greater access to live performances while supporting emerging talent and community engagement....
Pupils from Dartmouth Academy, part of Education South West, have taken part in a meeting of the Young Person’s Advisory Group (YPAG) this term.
The Dartmouth Young Person’s Advisory Group (YPAG) was set up as a collaboration between the students from Dartmouth Academy and University of Exeter Medical School in early 2022.
The pupils act as invaluable advisors to researchers...
Beryl’s Campsite in Beeson, near Kingsbridge, South Devon has just hosted yet another hugely successful DadFest, providing a weekend of camping, outdoor activities and fun-filled adventures on Fri 20th, Sat 21st& Sunday 22nd September. With, as ever, its highlight - the global phenomenon The World Dad Dancing Championship.
After a busy day of beach fishing, a wrestling show,...
Autumn is here and this year’s above average rainfall should provide a stunning display of colour.
Trees respond to their environment, so when and why leaves change colour depends on several factors. For the best display, we need the right mix of weather conditions.
Forestry England explains why leaves change colour in autumn:
If you care about your community, want to help improve people’s lives and feel strongly that the voices of residents should be heard, you could have what it takes to become your area’s next county councillor.
The next county council elections are in May next year, and to help potential candidates understand the role and a councillor’s responsibilities, Devon County Council is...
The South West’s most incredible and authentic independent food, drink and lifestyle businesses were honoured at the Food Lifestyle Awards 2024, which took place on Monday September 30 at Nancarrow Farm in Cornwall.
Hosted by Food Lifestyle magazine, the awards were the culmination of thousands of votes cast across 10 new award categories. Championing independence and high quality...
Bunnyhomes, the creator of select new homes in beautiful places across Cornwall and Devon, has sponsored the renowned Appledore Book Festival for a third year, just as it nears a new chapter of its own.
Announcing a brand-new neighbourhood of beautifully crafted new and traditionally built homes in the village, Rachel Menear, Head of Marketing at bunnyhomes, said: "We’re thrilled to...
Two volunteers for Devon charity Westbank Community Health and Care have been recognised at this year’s BBC Radio Devon Make A Difference awards, which celebrate people who genuinely make a difference in communities across the county.
Jane Taylor and Arthur Harman received their trophies from BBC Radio Devon presenters at a ceremony on Wednesday, held at Winslade Park in Clyst St Mary...
Comedian, author, broadcaster and library advocate joins Libraries Unlimited
Robin Ince has become a patron for Libraries Unlimited, the charity that runs the libraries in Devon and Torbay. Robin is a comedian and author and is perhaps best known as co-host of the Sony Gold Award winning BBC Radio 4 series The Infinite Monkey Cage with Professor Brian Cox, which popularises scientific ideas...
A Devon-based firefighter’s two sons, aged just 13 and 10, have raised hundreds of pounds for the Fire Fighters Charity as a thank you for the support their dad received following a major cycling accident.
Lee Mullenger, who works for West Midlands FRS but lives with his family in East Devon, was rushed to hospital in May 2019 following a cycle crash. He spent five days on a trauma...
