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REVIEW: Icescape Westpoint

With four kids between us aged 12 to 18, organising a festive family outing usually involves spreadsheets, negotiations and at least one teenager muttering, “Do I have to come?” under their breath.

So when Icescape Westpoint announced its much-anticipated return, we jumped at the...

Tractor Mower Theft Leaves Youth Football Club Devastated!

Over the weekend thieves broke into Ogwell Youth Football Club stealing their tractor mower which is essential equipment needed to maintain their pitch.

As a completely volunteer led grassroots club the loss is devastating.

The football club exists purely to enrich the lives of young people in the community by keeping them active, motivated and connected through sport. They...

Beryl Cook's characters come to life across Plymouth

Life-size sculptures will celebrate Britain's most popular painter in centenary year

Plymouth's streets are set to be transformed with joy and colour as four life-size 3D sculptures based on Beryl Cook's iconic paintings appear across the city to coincide with the major exhibition Beryl Cook: Pride and Joy at The Box (24 January-31 May 2026).

In partnership with Theatre...

Here’s how Tiverton locals can turn their worst Christmas present into a sentimental gift this December

A used candle, a mop and bucket, and a tube of toothpaste – the UK’s worst Christmas presents have been revealed – but what’s the worst gift someone’s received in Tiverton?

After new research from MyFUJIFILM has revealed that almost one in three (32%) Brits admit they unwrap a dud every year or most years, the online photo-gifting store from Fujifilm is calling on Tiverton locals to...

Research has shown that more people across Devon are using AI to help with Christmas planning

Devon housebuilder reveals over a third of locals are turning to AI for festive help this Christmas

A local housebuilder has found that people across Devon are turning to artificial intelligence to help ease the pressure of Christmas preparation.

The research conducted by David Wilson Homes, which is currently building at Hampton Mill, in Okehampton, and Barum Knoll, in Barnstaple, found that over a third (36%) of the 2,000 people surveyed across the UK plan to use AI to support...

A special piece of history returns home to Rowcroft

A solid silver prayer book has recently been gifted to Rowcroft Hospice. The beautifully bound book reconnects the hospice to its heritage and the kindness that has helped shape the Rowcroft story.

This October, Frances Adley and her daughter Ruth, visited Rowcroft to meet with its Chief Executive, Mark Hawkins, and to present the prayer book. The book was originally given by Ella...

Major Coastal Protection Scheme Completed at Seaton Hole, Safeguarding Homes and Heritage for Generations

South West Flood and Coastal (SWFaC) has completed the £1.4m Seaton Hole Coastal Protection Scheme, providing stronger protection for cliff-top homes, public spaces and one of East Devon’s most iconic coastal areas. Funded by the Environment Agency, East Devon District Council and Seaton Town Council, the project included delivering 6,500 tonnes of rock by sea to upgrade the cliff-toe...

Have you heard what’s going on in Totnes?

Almost 100 people showed up for their community at the Civic Hall in Totnes on Sunday, 7th December, to discuss something that affects everyone: housing. The fourth Community Assembly invited locals to share their thoughts and food, hear each other out, and find workable solutions to the housing crisis to improve the lives of everyone living in or near Totnes.

The first three Totnes...

Santa Paws Is Coming to Town: Cofton Holidays Invites Dogs to Meet Santa in a Festive Grotto Experience

The UK’s top dog-friendly holiday park - Cofton Holidays in South Devon - is adding an extra sprinkle of Christmas joy this year with the launch of Santa Paws at Cofton. A festive grotto experience where dogs can meet Santa himself, pose for adorable photos, and enjoy a tail-wagging day out with the whole family.

Cofton is well known as a haven for waggy-tailed holiday makers, and...

Plymouth Boat Fest to return in 2026

The organisers of South West’s major boat show have announced it will return in 2026 after a successful inaugural event in June 2025.

Plymouth Boat Fest 2025 attracted over 50 exhibiting companies and 30 vessels, ranging from marine technology to leisure, services, conservation and more. Next year’s event is scheduled for Saturday 20th June 2026 hosted at Plymouth Yacht Haven....

Postcode Lottery's biggest-ever prize is Devon sent!

HUNDREDS of people in the picturesque Devon town of Tiverton will have a Christmas to remember after landing People’s Postcode Lottery’s biggest-ever single prize of £18.3m.

Players in the postcode area EX16 6 will bag a share of the bumper pot, less than a fortnight before the big day.

Winning locals will find out exactly how much they’ve scooped during a special Millions...

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