Devon

Discover Dartmouth Like Never Before: Launch of Exclusive Illustrated Maps

Visitors and locals alike can now discover Dartmouth with a fresh perspective, thanks to the launch of a brand-new series of illustrated maps showcasing the town’s unique character, history, and charm.

The maps, created by Sian Ward Illustrations who is part of the Visit South Devon Marketing team, combine practical wayfinding with beautifully hand-drawn artwork, capturing Dartmouth’...

Simply Oncology podcast supporting and empowering cancer patients by RCHT oncologists

Cancer is daunting, not just for patients, but for the clinical teams who care for them. That’s why Consultant Clinical Oncologists Dr John McGrane and Dr Michael Rowe have launched Simply Oncology , a new podcast designed to breakdown the complexities of cancer care into clear, compassionate, and accessible conversations for patients and anyone interested in the field of oncology.

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Homebuilder Bellway donates £1,000 to help children and young people facing bereavement in Devon

A Devon charity that supports children and young people suffering a bereavement has received a £1,000 donation from a local homebuilder.

Balloons, based in Exeter, was given the money by Bellway, which is building homes in the county in Crediton and Tiverton.

The charity offers a range of help to children and young people when someone significant in their lives has died or...

Learn how to ‘Restart a Heart’ in the South West this October with the ambulance service

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is inviting people across the South West to take part in free community events this October to learn lifesaving CPR, as part of the annual Restart a Heart (RSAH) initiative.

Led by Resuscitation Council UK, the initiative raises awareness of cardiac arrests and equips people with the confidence and skills to perform...

East Devon Farmers Invited to Apply for Funding to Support Nature 

Farmers and land managers across East Devon are being encouraged to apply for funding through the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme, which supports projects that benefit nature recovery, climate action, local communities, and sustainable farming practices.

The programme, created by Defra and overseen locally by the East Devon National Landscape, has already funded a...

New Headteacher Takes the Helm at Sidmouth College

Sidmouth College has welcomed a new headteacher this academic year. Mr Alex Evans took up the post at the beginning of September, succeeding Lisa Whitworth, who has led the school as Interim Headteacher over the past year.

Mr Evans joins the college from St Luke’s Church of England School in Exeter, which is one of the top-performing schools in Devon for student progress. He spent...

Oke Energy Fest returns

Tamar Energy Community (TEC) is delighted to announce the return of Oke Energy Fest , taking place on Saturday, 4th October 2025 , from 10:00 to 15:00 at Charter Hall, Okehampton .

The Fest offers a welcoming space for local householders and residents to explore practical ways to improve their home’s energy efficiency, increase comfort, and build resilience against rising energy...

Parklink Launches ‘Approved’ Accreditation to Celebrate Quality in the UK Park Holiday Home Ownership Industry

Parklink, the UK’s leading marketplace for the UK park holiday home ownership industry, is excited to announce the launch of Parklink Approved—a national accreditation scheme designed to recognise holiday parks that put fairness, transparency, and customer care at the heart of the UK park holiday home ownership industry. As thousands of people across the country enjoy the unique benefits of...

Plymouth law firm awarded EcoVadis Gold for third consecutive year

Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) has once again received a gold medal from global sustainability ratings provider EcoVadis, placing the Plymouth law firm in the top three per cent of companies assessed this year.

As the world's largest and most-trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, EcoVadis assesses criteria across four themes: Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, Environment...

New Beach and Cliff Management Plan for Budleigh Salterton in development

A new Beach and Cliff Management Plan (BCMP) is being prepared by East Devon District Council (EDDC) and South West Flood & Coastal for Budleigh Salterton to set out how the town’s beach and cliffs should be managed in the years ahead. The plan will help guide practical and realistic approaches to reducing risks from coastal erosion, cliff falls, flooding and climate change, while...

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