The much-loved eucalyptus tree in the garden of the Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) in Honiton will be removed in early September due to safety concerns. The tree, which has been a significant feature of the gallery’s landscape for over 50 years, has unfortunately become a risk to public safety following a recent inspection by experts.
The 50+ year-old eucalyptus, beloved by visitors...
East Devon District Council (EDDC) has launched a comprehensive Tree, Hedge, and Woodland Strategy (THAWS), setting bold targets to expand tree cover, enhance biodiversity, and strengthen the district’s natural landscape. This strategy reaffirms EDDC’s commitment to tackling the Nature Emergency declared in 2023, ensuring a greener, healthier environment for future generations.
East Devon is an outstanding place to be and it’s important to keep it that way. East Devon District Council (EDDC) is working towards becoming carbon neutral by 2040.
To help achieve this, EDDC is preparing a district wide Tree, Hedge and Woodland Strategy and is calling on local residents, community groups, landowners and businesses to share their views.
Parkdean Resorts, the UK’s leading holiday park operator, is showcasing a ‘Rubbish Christmas Tree’ structure at Croyde Beach, made using beach waste collected by the Ruda Beach Team throughout the year.
Made from a collection of disposed fishing nets, recycled tent poles and guy ropes, the festive structure stands at more than 9 feet tall, and aims to highlight the widespread issue...
Two trees will be planted at Old Forde House in Newton Abbot to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II and acknowledge the accession of King Charles III.
The motion, by Conservative group leader Councillor Phil Bullivant (Bradley ward), was approved at a full meeting of Teignbridge District Council on Thursday [12 January].
“Obviously, it’s very rare that we have the opportunity to...
The Donkey Sanctuary will be commemorating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, and marking the retirement of a long-serving member of staff, by planting a magnificent olive tree in the grounds of the Sidmouth sanctuary.
The tree, chosen for its longevity and suitability for an ever-changing climate, will be a lasting memory of Her Majesty's 70-year reign, and a special reminder of the...
National Tree Week - from 23rd November to 1st December – is the UK's largest annual tree celebration, and marks the start of the winter tree planting season. One locally-based conservation charity is using the occasion to shine a spotlight on some of the many trees in its care.
Wild Planet Trust is the conservation charity behind Paignton Zoo. The zoo is more famous for animals...
Derriford Hospital's beautiful Christmas tree is now aglow thanks to a returning Gold Dust superhero, Jasmine Bayly!
On Thursday night, in front of a gathered crowd, 17-year-old, Jasmine, a former patient on the children’s wards at Derriford Hospital, pushed the plunger and officially switched on the tree lights.
Jasmine, who raised money for the appeal in September, when she...
A driver had to be cut free from their vehicle and two children rescued after a car hit a tree which left the westbound carriageway of the A38 in St Budeaux close to the Tamar Bridge on Tuesday (29 October).
An ambulance crew and fire appliances from Greenbank, Plymstock and Crownhill were called to the incident which involved a single vehicle with one person trapped inside.
