Greendale Farm Shop has launched a High Court challenge following a planning dispute that could lead to the removal of an NHS drive-through vaccination centre and a building used for one of Devon’s most popular Christmas attractions, Santa’s Grotto.
The decision follows a recent Planning Inspectorate ruling upholding enforcement action by East Devon District Council requiring the...
Libraries Unlimited is partnering with Recycle Devon to bring World Book Day costume swap rails to 15 libraries in Devon. World Book Day 2026 is Thursday, 5th March and library swap rails are running from 16th February to 8th March. Customers are invited to donate outgrown, unwanted children’s costumes in good, wearable condition. Costumes will be available to take home for free!
The inaugural BoatFest 2026 event, BOATFEST WEST, is at Exeter Racecourse, a stunning location overlooking the beautiful Devon countryside, where the facilities are perfect for a spring showcasing of boating and water activities. A small city that packs a big punch, Exeter is one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England and we are bringing a fabulous...
Exeter Racecourse lifts midwinter spirits with a seven-race card and surprise Lucky Envelope giveaways for early arrivals, including pints, racecards, chocolates and meals. Dedicated bus service from Exeter St David’s. Tickets online for best value.
Gates Open: 12:10pm
First Race: 1:40pm | Last Race: 4:40pm
Bus Times: Leaves Exeter St. David’s 12:10pm, returns 17:10pm
Exeter Racecourse is set to turn the midwinter slump into a day of excitement with its Beat the Blues Raceday on Wednesday 28 January. Visitors arriving early will be handed a Lucky Envelope containing instant prizes — from free pints and racecards to chocolates and full meals — ensuring many start the day as winners before the first race is off at 1.40pm.
Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to Nationwide’s Torquay, Plymouth and Exmouth branches this February, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.
Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia, offering life-changing support to...
The Exeter Chiefs Foundation has funded its largest ever Feeding the Community at Christmas campaign, ensuring that 1,100 people received a proper festive feast.
Working in partnership with Exeter Food Action (EFA), the Foundation funded the distribution of essential festive fare – including meat, mince pies and seasonal staples – to 16 different charities and community organisations...
Devon’s RESET Energy Advice team are helping people reduce their energy bills and achieve a sunnier outlook for their finances this winter.
The programme, run by Citizens Advice, covers Plymouth, Torbay, Exeter, the South Hams, Teignbridge and East Devon, and helps people out of fuel poverty towards a more sustainable financial future.
Beautiful Betty has been searching for a new home through Blue Cross for over 200 days. This Christmas, the charity is appealing to the public to help find this friendly cat a new purr-fect home.
Betty was admitted to Blue Cross Devon in May and has been patiently waiting for a loving home ever since. The five-year-old Tortoiseshell cat is described as a sweet girl that would love to...
