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Take a walk on the wild side at the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary

With spring just around the corner, visitors to The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth can discover some of the wildlife that live in and around the sanctuary with Drizzle’s Green Guardians Trail.

The sanctuary is home to thousands of insects, animals and plants, and they rely on donkeys like Drizzle and his pals to boost biodiversity on the land. Whether they are grazing the meadows or...

Overwhelming support for new walking and cycling route proposals

Almost 90% of people who responded to a recent public consultation on plans for a multiuse path between Sidbury and Sidford have backed the idea.

The proposed walking and cycling route would extend from Sidford along the western side of the A375, crossing Ottery Lane with a new cycle/pedestrian crossing, and then connecting to Hillside, near Sidbury.

Feedback to Devon County...

Work to improve Sidmouth Cemetery begins

Work to make Sidmouth Cemetery a more welcoming place which respects past loved ones while also creating a wildlife haven has begun.

East Devon District Council (EDDC) held a special meeting and a tour at Sidmouth Cemetery on Thursday, 18 January, following a number of complaints received about the maintenance of the site.

An army of amazing volunteers have stepped forward...

Role reversal: Sidmouth donkeys provide wellbeing for equine welfare officers  

A group of dedicated professionals, who spend their working lives protecting the welfare of horses, donkeys and mules, were treated to a wellbeing session with a difference at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth.

The frontline equine welfare officers spent a day at the Sanctuary’s Donkey Assisted Activities centre, giving them the opportunity to take time out of their busy roles to...

Immersive Theatre Bootcamp will explore the Manor Pavilion Theatre in new and exciting ways

After their ­­­­­wildly successful run in Beer Quarry Caves with Medea in 2023, Four of Swords will be coming to the Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth to host four days of intensive workshops that examine what immersive theatre can mean.

Their programme will culminate in a performance which will entirely reimagine the Manor Pavilion Theatre: using the building in a surprising way and...

Funding confirmed for improved coastal defences in Sidmouth

The Sidmouth and East Beach coastal defence scheme has been fully approved by the Environment Agency, with £16million of funding from the UK Government.

The £20million project will protect 113 residential and 70 commercial properties from the risks of sea flooding and cliff erosion. East Devon District Council (EDDC) will provide £2.25million of already approved funds, with...

Donkeys enjoy festive enrichment

Donkeys at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth have been enjoying some festive enrichment this week and are pictured munching on some specially made Christmas wreaths

The garlands were carefully crafted by staff at the sanctuary using willow, herbs and selected pieces of cut up fruit and vegetables.

Enrichment is very important for the resident donkeys and provides them with...

Candlelight Service alongside Sidmouth donkeys 

The Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary was illuminated by thousands of LED candles on Friday evening as the charity held its annual Carols by Candlelight service.

The main walkways around the sanctuary were lit up with twinkling lights, creating the perfect seasonal atmosphere for the hundreds of visitors to the event.

Hosted by celebrant and BBC Radio presenter Emma Britton, the...

Donkeys in their barn at The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth

A festive bray out with the Sidmouth donkeys  

The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth has the festive season all wrapped and is the perfect winter’s day out for the whole family.

With a new winter trail, free admission and parking, an award-winning gift shop and restaurant, the sanctuary in the heart of the East Devon countryside is open every day except Christmas Day. There is lots to see and do, both indoors and outside, and dogs on...

Flapjackery expands its flapjack empire with a new shop in Sidmouth

Flapjackery, the renowned confectionery brand celebrated for its delectable gluten-free flapjacks and an assortment of sweet treats, is thrilled to announce the opening of its ninth shop in Sidmouth. Located on Fore Street, the new store will offer its delicious range of confectionery, including its signature chunks of flapjacks, chocolate clusters, fudge, chocolate bars, honeycomb, chocolate...

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