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Half-price entry to mark half a century, as Devon attraction celebrates 50 years

Beer, Devon – One of Devon's premier tourist attractions has announced it will be reopening on April 1st, 2025, marking the commencement of a milestone 50th anniversary season. Since its inception in 1975, Pecorama has been a cherished destination for families, garden enthusiasts, and...

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Tickets Now Available for Plymouth Boat Fest 2025

The organisers of Plymouth Boat Fest have announced that tickets for the inaugural event are now available.

Taking place on Saturday 21st June at Plymouth Yacht Haven, tickets are free for the one-day festival aimed at celebrating Plymouth’s maritime heritage. The day brings together a range of activities for boating enthusiasts, families, and anyone with an interest in life on the...

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Former University Centre South Devon student welcomes International Women's Day

As International Women’s Day approaches a former University Centre South Devon student, who set up a domestic and sexual abuse charity in Torquay, says as a society we have the responsibility to educate ourselves about the signs of domestic abuse.

Phoenix Rising is a non-profit organisation founded by Claire Knight in 2020, who has spent 10 years as a domestic violence advisor, as...

Health, environment and animal charities benefit most from local donors

But safeguarding operations is essential for long-term success, insurer urges

The most recent UK Giving Report from the Charities Aid Foundation found that 60% of Devon residents generously donated to charitable causes in 2023 [1]. According to the Centre for Cities survey conducted the same year, 40% of donations in the South of England went to health and medical research charities,...

Cutting the ribbon on a new solar PV installation

Auctions 'green up'

Chilcotts Auctioneers have enhanced their green credentials by installing solar panels and EV charging points at the Dolphin Saleroom in Honiton High Street.

The installation was completed after Chilcotts secured a grant from the East Devon Carbon Action Programme (EDCAP), which partially funded the work carried out by L and M Renewables South West .

Alongside the...

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DAA honour remarkable women within their organisation

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is proud to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, celebrating and honouring the remarkable women within their organisation.

The theme of this year's International Women’s Day is #AccelerateAction , a call to acknowledge those who women have positively impacted others. DAA are taking this opportunity to shine a light on former CEO, Heléna Holt, before her...

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Roots for the Future – Cranbrook’s Commitment to Sustainability with 5,670 Trees to be Planted

Cranbrook Town Council is proud to announce the ongoing success of its tree planting initiatives, which began in Winter 2024. By the end if this planting season, an additional 3,475 trees will have been added to Cranbrook Country Park, contributing to a total of 5,670 trees in the upcoming season. 20 native broadleaf species including Oak, Alder and Willow varieties, are part of a wider...

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Plymouth Army veteran wins award for bravely sharing her struggles with PTSD

Army veteran Clare Hearl from Plymouth has been awarded the Veteran Ambassador of the Year by veterans’ mental health charity Combat Stress, for her dedication to raising awareness of military-related trauma.

On Thursday 27 February, Clare was presented with the award by Giles Peel, Chairman of Combat Stress, at the charity’s annual awards ceremony in London.

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New volunteer Group Launched to Support East Devon’s Countryside

The East Devon District Council Countryside Team has launched a new volunteering group in response to growing community interest in hands-on conservation work and the recent addition of Clyst Meadows Country Park.

The ‘Working Wednesday Group’ will play a crucial role in habitat restoration and ecological enhancement, supporting the Countryside Rangers as they enhance and protect the...

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Viral eyelash vending machine comes to Drake Circus

Beauty lovers in Plymouth are in for a treat as Meggi Lashes , the viral beauty brand that has taken social media by storm, is bringing its innovative false eyelash vending machine to Drake Circus.

The brand, known for its high-quality, cruelty-free lashes, has already gained a loyal following online. Now, it’s making waves in the real world by placing its stylish and eye-catching...

Thousands more children to receive Bikeability cycle training

Over 9,300 schoolchildren in Devon are to benefit from Bikeability cycle training this financial year.

That’s thanks to a Bikeability Funding award of just over £451,000 to Devon County Council for 2025/26.

The funding is part of £3.9 million of funding recently announced by the Government and Active Travel England (ATE) for cycling and walking projects in Devon, which was...

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