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A collection of motorbikes and scooters amassed by a romantic bike-mad couple over 40 years is going under the hammer at Chilcotts Auctioneers August sale.

In an era made famous by the music and fashions of ‘Mods & Rockers’, the romance in the 1960’s between a motorcyclist and a girl scooter rider blossomed into a long and loving marriage - and an impressive motorcycle collection....

The winners of the RICS Awards 2026 in the South West have been revealed and some of the most impressive recent building projects from the area are on the list.

The projects went head-to-head at a ceremony in Bristol where Sidmouth Independent Lifeboat Station was named winner of the community benefit project category.

The project involved the extension and refurbishment of...

People can explore the rich history and sweeping beauty of the Bellever area more easily, thanks to the introduction of two all-terrain scooters.

Dartmoor National Park Authority and Countryside Mobility, an initiative of charity, Disability Together, have worked together to provide Tramper hire from the National Park Visitor Centre at Postbridge.

Two all-terrain 'Tramper'...

On a hot and humid early Wednesday evening, I joined an enthusiastic group of Bampton Beaver scouts for a walk, quite a fast walk! For the umpteenth time I came out of competitive retirement to join these 5-8 year olds and share my Olympic Games' experiences with a chat and outdoor fun. At the bequest of group leader and friend, Dave Phillips I've visited the scouts on several occasions since...