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Nestled on the East Coast of Devon lies a hidden gem that’s fast becoming known as the perfect spot for a winter wellness retreat. As the seasons shift, many are looking for weekend escapes that offer rest, rejuvenation and a little self-care.

Alex Gwillim, local travel expert at Sweetcombe Cottage Holidays , recommends the picturesque village of Branscombe as the perfect balance of...

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...

Drake Circus and The Barcode is helping visitors beat the January blues with a range of great-value dining deals available until the end of the month.

From budget-friendly burgers and bottomless tapas to Dry January drinks and comforting winter favourites, shoppers can enjoy dining out for less while making the most of everything the centre has to offer.

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The world’s largest garden wildlife survey returns this month, with hundreds of thousands of people expected to watch and count the UK’s garden birds over the last weekend in January for the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch.

Nearly 600, 000 people took part in 2025, counting more than nine million birds. In Devon just over 16,000 people took part, with the House Sparrow taking the top...