City Padel has received planning approval to deliver Plymouth’s first-ever indoor padel facility, marking a major milestone for the fast-growing sport in the city. The new venue will be located at Kestrel Park, Plymouth, and represents one of City Padel’s most ambitious projects to date. The development is being led by a founding team that includes two-time Le Mans 24 Hours winner and...

A road closure is in place at Fore Street in Kingsbridge after a large scour hole was found beneath the road during flood investigation work yesterday (Tuesday 20 January).

An internal inspection of the watercourse culvert, carried out by Devon County Council, found a restriction in flow at this location that required further examination.

On digging through...

Exeter Racecourse has launched a brand-new Community Raceday and is inviting people across Devon to nominate a community hero who deserves recognition.

Community Raceday takes place on Friday, February 20, during half term, and coincides with Devon Day at the racecourse. The initiative celebrates the people who make a real difference in their communities – from volunteers and carers to...

On Friday 9th January, Rachel Gilmour MP joined local stakeholders and residents in Tiverton Town Hall to discuss the future of pharmacy provision in the town.

The meeting, organised by Tiverton Town Council following a motion brought forward by councillor Beckett Fish, featured statements from the NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, Clare House Surgery, Tiverton Pharmacy, as...

Exeter Racecourse has launched a brand-new Community Raceday and is inviting people across Devon to nominate a community hero who deserves recognition.

Community Raceday takes place on Friday, February 20, during half term, and coincides with Devon Day at the racecourse. The initiative celebrates the people who make a real difference in their communities – from volunteers and carers...

Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) has announced it has delivered an estimated £53.3 million economic impact in the city of Plymouth and the wider South West region during the financial year 2024/2025, up from £45.9m the previous year and marking the most successful period in the theatre’s history.

This significant contribution reflects a year when major West End and...

The countdown has begun as entries officially open for the highly anticipated 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards. Following the resounding success of last year’s event, the awards once again promise to celebrate the very best food and drink Devon has to offer, from artisan producers and innovative brands to much-loved cafés, pubs, restaurants, bars, takeaways and retailers.

Widely...

A kind-hearted schoolgirl is donating her hair to charity because she wants to help children who experience hair loss. 10-year-old Esme, from Ivybridge, was inspired by a relative to support The Little Princess Trust.

“After knowing that Nanny had lost her hair during cancer treatment and needed a wig, I wanted to help other people,” said Esme. “I asked about where wigs come from and...