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Wet weather but high spirits, as Lustleigh celebrates May Day 2026

On Sunday 3rd May the Dartmoor village of Lustleigh in Devon celebrated the 121st anniversary of May Day* (or Beltane): the oldest continuous celebration of its kind in the South West, and one of the UK’s most famous iterations of this quintessentially British celebration.

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World War One play The Last Post heads to Bideford’s Kingsley School this November

A new World War One play will be coming to Bideford’s Kingsley School this November, ahead of Remembrance Day.

The Last Post brings to life a series of letters between a boy in Folkestone and his father who is fighting on the Western Front in Belgium. The span of the play is 70 years but begins in 1914. William Downing is desperate for his father Joseph to come home in time for...

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The Evolving Landscape of Digital Entertainment in the UK

The UK's entertainment industry has steadfastly evolved in tune with the transformative waves of the digital age. As audiences venture online for their entertainment, many platforms have emerged to cater to varied tastes. From streaming series to exploring virtual games, there's something for everyone. Platforms have carved a niche, offering exclusives that enthusiasts can discover only on...

Slots Design and Evolution in 2023

Slot machines have a long, fascinating history that stretches all the way back to the late 19th century. Yet, the last few years have seen this industry advance more rapidly than t any time in the past. What key design elements behind this evolution have contributed to the current popularity of these games and will they help the industry carry on growing?

Virtual Reality and the...

Playing Live Casinos Online in the UK

The casino industry is mostly online nowadays. Players from all over the world enjoy their favorite casino games on sites of their choosing. They get a growing game section, bonuses, promotions, and many exciting features.

The UK has a rising number of casino fans. It’s also one of the biggest markets in the iGaming industry. Some of these fans are live casino fans. These casinos are...

Brendan Cole, Dame Kelly Holmes and Alexandra Mardell to star in Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Theatre Royal Plymouth this Christmas

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer and Dancing on Ice finalist Brendan Cole, Double Olympic Champion and loved TV commentator Dame Kelly Holmes and Coronation Street star Alexandra Mardell have been announced as the all-star leading line up for Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Theatre Royal Plymouth this Christmas (Friday 15 December 2023 – Saturday 13 January 2024).

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A new season gets underway at The Box this October with a nationally touring exhibition and sculpture

A new season of exhibitions and commissions launches at The Box next month with a nationally touring fine art exhibition and thought-provoking sculpture. Both explore empire, trade and colonisation in different ways – with the aim of encouraging visitors to think about social and historical narratives from a different perspective.

Dutch Flowers (7 October 2023-7 January 2024) brings...

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Fire and Water Link Two Artists as they Explore the ‘Ebb and Flow’ of Life on the River Exe

Charlotte Ellis and Claire Belcher connected in the waters of the Exe. They find inspiration and solace from the flow of life on the river, with their early morning and moonlit swims giving them an immersive pathway for expression through their art.

Charlotte said ‘As I swim, I embrace the nature around me. In my paintings and lino prints, I try to recreate the sense of peace I feel...

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Devon writer's first thriller already receiving rave reviews

Local writer Gary Freemantle has just published his first thriller and already it is getting rave reviews on Amazon. He hopes though it won’t put readers off swimming in the sea!

A ruthless entrepreneur tries single-handedly to tackle climate change and inadvertently brings a monster up from the ocean depths. Ogrefish is a roller-coaster of a novel, full of action and based on...

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Fall into autumn with the National Trust in Devon

Across Devon, National Trust places are full of warmth as the trees slowly turn to red, orange and gold, enjoy crisp walks with family and friends and steaming cups of hot chocolate. There’s lots on offer this season, from spooky Halloween trails to apple weekends and

What’s more, every time you experience a National Trust day out, you help care for these special places for future...

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Bear Grylls announces Gone Wild Fesitival Dates 2024

Following the biggest and best Gone Wild festival to date Bear Grylls, co-founder of the UK’s fastest-growing family adventure festival, has announced that next year’s event at Powderham Castle will take place from 22-25 August to coincide with the August Bank Holiday weekend. Tickets, which include camping and an under-18s go free early-bird offer, are now on sale alongside a monthly...

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