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Theatre Royal Plymouth on the hunt for children’s ensemble for this year’s pantomime, Dick Whittington

Theatre Royal Plymouth is, once again, searching for two teams of eight children to take part in this year’s Theatre Royal Plymouth Pantomime , Dick Whittington .

In order to meet as many young people as possible, this year TRP will be holding auditions in two stages. The first round on Sunday 05 October 2025 will be an open call. Following this round, we will invite a small group of...

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Plymouth marjon university celebrates top 10 national position for teaching quality

Plymouth Marjon University has secured its place among the UK’s best, rising five places overall in the prestigious Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 and earning a Top 10 national ranking for Teaching Quality .

This recognition reinforces Marjon’s reputation as a leading light for teaching excellence, with similarly strong results across student experience and social inclusion...

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Myths of Dartmoor on Dark Autumn Nights

Dartmoor’s captivating, curious and often creepy folk tales will be brought to life this autumn in a series of talks by local guide and author Emma Cunis.

From the Hairy Hands, to Kitty Jay and the Coach of Bones, Emma will be exploring the origins of the moor’s many myths, and legends, and revealing why they still resonate today. She’ll be doing events in Ashburton, Chagford,...

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Helping our community save: Yorkshire building society in Plymouth hosts special events for UK savings week

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SAVE: YORKSHIRE BUILDING SOCIETY IN PLYMOUTH H OSTS SPECIAL EVENTS FOR UK SAVINGS WEEK

Colleagues at the Yorkshire Building Society branch in Plymouth will be opening their doors on Saturday 27 September to support UK Savings Week – an annual campaign that highlights the benefits of saving, whether you're just starting out or looking to make your savings work...

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Seaton Coastal Protection Work Underway After Weather Delays

Essential coastal protection work at Seaton Hole has now begun, following delays caused by adverse weather and sea conditions. The project—part of a £1.4 million improvement scheme—is a joint effort between East Devon District Council (EDDC) and South West Flood & Coastal.

Originally scheduled to start in late August, work was postponed to September due to poor weather, which...

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Drake Circus announces three huge new brands coming this winter

Drake Circus has announced that three major brands will be joining the centre before Christmas, enhancing its offering across lifestyle, dining, and beauty.

For home cooks and foodies, ProCook will be opening a new store offering premium cookware, tableware and kitchen accessories at excellent value – perfect for treating yourself or someone special over the festive season. The...

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Mindful Moments to Brighten Up Life in Devon

Devon’s landscapes offer endless opportunities to live life more slowly. Rather than chasing big changes, small, intentional moments in daily routines can bring satisfaction and calm. Simple habits, mindful pauses, and attention to surroundings allow residents to feel more connected to their homes, neighbourhoods, and nature. These micro-moments add richness to daily life without overwhelming...

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Visit South Devon launches campaign to drive locals and residents to visit their local attractions and venues

Visit South Devon is bringing back its successful Days Out on Your Doorstep campaign for a second year, inviting local residents to rediscover the attractions, restaurants, and hidden gems right on their doorstep. Running from mid-September 2025 through to the end of February 2026 , the campaign aims to boost off-peak tourism, strengthen community spirit, and give the local economy a welcome...

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Persimmon secures resolution to grant for 92 new homes at Cranbrook Town Centre

Persimmon Homes South West has secured a resolution to grant planning approval (subject to legal agreement) for 92 quality new homes in Cranbrook Town Centre, East Devon.

Approval was given for two applications – one full application for 61 homes and a reserved matters application for a further 31 properties – at a meeting today of East Devon District Council’s planning committee....

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DCW and Torquay United kick off another season of sustainability

Torquay United Football Club will once again join forces with leading South West sustainable waste management provider, Devon Contract Waste (DCW), as the club’s official waste management partner for the 2025/26 season.

From January to August 2025, the partnership delivered standout results at Plainmoor. In that period, almost 10 tonnes of waste were collected, with 26% recycled and...

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