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Record-breaking £150,000 raised in Rowcroft’s Big Tackle in Torquay!

In a spectacular show of support for Rowcroft Hospice on Saturday 7 March, around 1,500 walkers took part in the Big Tackle eight-mile walk in Torquay raising an incredible £150,000 – making it the biggest and most successful event in its history. The funds raised will provide a vital boost for...

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Bridge panels portray life in Devon

The pedestrian and cycle bridge over the A379, called Blisses Bridge, has been brought to life with newly added decorative panels.

The 36-metre span bridge, which opened in February 2024, has been designed as a “gateway” feature to the new development area. Its name is derived from Blisses Hill and Blisses Meadow which feature in the old tithe mapping of the area where the bridge is...

Views sought on proposals for new Local Government arrangements for Devon

A consultation on the future of local government in Devon has been opened by the Department for Housing, Communities and Local Government.

This is the latest step in the process for reorganising local authorities following UK Government’s decision to simplify local services in England.

All authorities in the County had the opportunity to respond and there are now five...

Seaton Wetlands Visitor Numbers Continue to Soar

East Devon District Council’s Countryside Team is celebrating another exceptional year at Seaton Wetlands, following a record-breaking rise in visitor numbers during 2025. The award-winning nature reserve welcomed an impressive 124,850 visitors - an 11% increase on 2024’s previous record and well above the projected figure of 120,000.

The continued growth has been driven by a...

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Great big donation from National Highways to hedgerow project

National Highways has dipped into an environmental ‘hedge fund’ to improve biodiversity and enhance the landscape across Dorset.

Almost £3,000 has been donated to the Great Big Dorset Hedge project which is working towards the improvement and extension of hedgerows across the county which will increase biodiversity and carbon capture.

The funding from National Highways was...

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An epic romance on the waterfront - Valentine's Day at Royal William Yard

Plymouth’s historic waterfront destination, Royal William Yard, is setting the stage for romance this Valentine’s Day with an array of experiences that span traditional dining, thoughtful gifting and unique adventures.

From conventional wining and dining over cheese fondue, and losing yourself in Cathy and Heathcliff's epic romance on the big screen, to shunning tradition altogether by...

Have Your Say on Cranbrook’s New Leisure & Wellbeing Centre

Cranbrook continues to grow rapidly as East Devon’s newest and fastest developing town. Since 2011, more than 3,400 new homes have been built, alongside two schools, a railway station, and a country park. The town centre is also taking shape, with shops, new homes, and a Morrisons supermarket already open. A new nursery is set to open in September 2026, with more facilities planned as...

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The Box is the Museum in Residence at Downing Street

The Box has been selected as Museum in Residence at Downing Street for 2026, bringing Plymouth's remarkable artistic and maritime heritage to the nation's most iconic address.

The prestigious partnership with the Government Art Collection will see nine paintings from The Box displayed in Downing Street throughout the year, introducing world leaders, government officials, and...

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Plymouth housebuilder’s financial boost for local cadets

Persimmon Homes has donated £1,000 to the Mutley Detachment of Devon Army Cadets Force (ACF).

The housebuilder’s Cornwall & West Devon business made the contribution as part of its Community Champions programme after the local group applied for funding to make IT improvements for its 30 recruits.

The ACF offers young people far more than just adventure – it provides life...

From Devon to California - The Donkey Sanctuary’s close link with TV’s Donkey King

The star of hit TV series Donkey King says The Donkey Sanctuary was the place to visit to help him learn the ‘gold standard in donkey care’.

Former media executive Ron King co-founded Oscar’s Place Adoption Center and Sanctuary in 2021, and now viewers can follow their exploits in the new ABC show - Donkey King.

Ron first visited The Donkey Sanctuary in East Devon with some...

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RAW named PR Agency of the Year at Roxhill Media Awards 2026

Specialist food and drink PR agency RAW has been named ‘PR Agency of the Year’ at the 2026 Roxhill Media Awards, following a rigorous judging process led by senior national journalists.

Founded in 2011 and based in Devon, RAW is celebrating 15 years in business this year. The judges of the award commented: “This agency has been named PR Company of the Year for consistently delivering...

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