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Devon housebuilder receives green light for 126-home development

A local housebuilder has been given the green light for an exciting new development in Tiverton.

Work is set to begin at Barratt’s Blundell's Grange development with planning now...

Two luxury lodges on Dartmoor have undergone a £350,000 investment ahead of what is being tipped as a popular year for staycations, according to new research.

The two luxury self-...

Warehousing across the UK is facing sustained pressure as supply chains expand and consumer expectations continue to accelerate. The growth of e-commerce, coupled with increasing demand for rapid...

Most Dog-Friendly Walk in the South West revealed

With the Easter bank holiday just around the corner, Rover.com , the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care, has revealed the top dog-walking destinations across the UK, helping pet parents plan their next Easter adventure.

Of all 12 UK regions, 1 in 5 Brits agree the best area for dog walking is the South-West. Home...

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Blogs

The best UV swimwear in the UK is rated UPF 50+, tested in a lab, and designed to cover as much skin as possible. That is the position of the British Association of Dermatologists, the Skin...

Charities

Dave Cooper, operator of The Exchange pub in Ivybridge, is celebrating after raising over £6,000 for the Poppy Appeal through an epic 200-mile+ coastline walk, stopping at 21 Craft Union pubs on...

Education

Construction students from South Devon College seeking apprenticeships in the industry were given a unique opportunity recently.

As part of National Careers Week, the College held a...

Entertainment & Reviews

Marine AI has been announced as the new title sponsor of Plymouth Boat Fest 2026, with the event set to return on Saturday 20th June at Plymouth Yacht Haven under the new banner Plymouth Boat...

Family Life

Friendship and confidence are amongst the most valuable lessons learnt at school according to parents surveyed in Plymouth – and 78% of parents have found school to help with their child’s...

Food & Drink

Now open: Rockfish Sidmouth

Award-winning sustainable seafood restaurant group Rockfish , from CEO and Founder Mitch Tonks, has officially opened its Sidmouth restaurant on Tuesday 17th March, marking the brand’s eleventh...

Health & Beauty

The landscape of amateur athletics in the United Kingdom has undergone a significant transformation over the last decade. What used to be a community of casual weekend runners and local gym...

Holidays & Travel

Spain is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. It is especially a leading summer destination because of its diversity and beauty. The best things about Spain are the beaches...

Homes & Gardens

Otter MD Jacqui Taylor with the own-brand peat-free compost

Otter Garden Centres has unveiled its first own‑brand peat-free multi‑purpose compost, marking a significant step forward in the family‑run business’s commitment to sustainable gardening....

Social Diary

Parents in Exeter rally against the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill
Parents rally against the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill: Defending alternative education and parental rights #ChildrensWellbeingBill Parents are set to gather on 8th March 2025 in Bedford...