A regular sight at its home of London Victoria train station, Orient-Express’ British Pullman train will be leaving the hustle and bustle of the ‘Big Smoke’ for the fresh sea air and sweeping Devonshire coastline, where it will welcome guests at Plymouth and Exeter stations to experience the atmosphere of the era of the Golden Age of Travel.
Outlining its plans to cope with population growth, climate change and new environmental legislation, South West Water has published its proposed business strategy for 2015-2040.
The 25-year 'What's in the Pipeline' outlook has been published ahead of the 2014 Price Review which will establish investment and water charges in England and Wales between 2015 and 2020. South West Water is...
It is feared that 16-year-old Jordan Cobb from Plymouth drowned after he jumped from Torpoint ferry on New Year's Eve. D espite extensive cross-agency searches and a waning possibility that he will now be found alive, a Facebook page set up by his friends is asking for people to keep hoping. A fundraising page to offer support to his family has so far raised a total of £1,184.
Renewed National Bus Passes will be issued across Devon from next month. Devon County Council is re-issuing around 175,000 passes direct to registered addresses in the county without residents needing to re-apply, ahead of the deadline of 31 March.
The County Council has been promoting a campaign since March 2012, encouraging residents to contact Devon County Council if the...
In communities across the UK, one organisation is quietly making a powerful difference to men’s mental health — Andy's Man Club.
Founded with a simple but vital mission to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and reduce male suicide, Andy’s Man Club provides a safe, supportive space where men can talk openly without judgement. At the heart of the organisation are two...
Colleagues at Selco Builders Warehouse are trading in forklifts for footwork, as they compete in “Race Across Selco”, an ambitious new fundraising initiative, sponsored by Bond It to raise money for its charity partner, Cancer Research UK, and Selco Community Heroes.
In this fast-paced challenge, members of Selco’s senior leadership will make up four teams to take on a three-day race...
Next week two Toolstation stores in Devon will play host to a selection of market leading trade brands as part of the retailer’s 2026 spring and summer supplier roadshow.
The roadshow aims to help tradespeople across the UK learn more about new and upcoming products within the market, receive live demonstrations, trial the products themselves, and obtain top tips and advice from...
Five new electronics and tech donation points are launching in libraries across Devon. People will be able to bring tech items they no longer use to be refurbished. Once refurbished, items are donated to those experiencing digital poverty.
Libraries Unlimited, in partnership with Fixy, Resource Futures, and Donate IT, is bringing the donation programme into libraries. Part of...
Pensioners are being warned to be on high alert for scams as the recovery of Winter Fuel Payments begins this month.
Almost two million people are expected to repay their winter 2025 payment due to their annual income being more than £35,000 – for most, an automatic process.
HMRC saw more than 25,000 Winter Fuel Payment scam referrals over the last 12 months and is warning...
Celebrate the Easter holidays with a fantastic day out at Exeter Racecourse. Set high on Haldon Hill, enjoy thrilling jumps racing, fresh spring air and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
As one of the final fixtures of the season, this raceday promises competitive action as horses and jockeys give it their all. Pick your favourite, grab a racecard and cheer them home, with FREE Easter entertainment, including an Easter egg hunt, to keep the whole family entertained.
