Devon

Misty with Rooks by Marcelle Milo-Gray

Exhibition - A BOUNTY OF RICHES

The Brownston Gallery is delighted to be hosting A Bounty of Riches , three exhibitions in one this month.

In the Main Gallery we have beautiful paintings by Julie Ellis , including some gorgeous floral pieces which are a new departure for this talented painter; we also have delightful, exquisitely composed works from Marcelle Milo-Gray and stunning, atmospheric seascapes from North Devon painter Ben Lucas . In the small gallery we are holding a Studio Sale of a collection of paintings by...

Devon-based domestic heating oil company pledges to support Cornish and Devon pensioners affected by the end of the winter fuel allowance

Okehampton-based Moorland Fuels has announced that it is pledging to support those pensioners hit by the Government’s decision to end Winter Fuel Payments, by lowering the minimum quantity of heating oil that its state pension aged customers can order.

Introducing a new 300l delivery minimum - down from the industry standard of 500l - the change is designed to help pensioners with...

Aldi announces £800m investment in Britain - with Devon on its list for new stores

Aldi has announced its largest ever package of annual investment to accelerate its expansion across Britain’s towns and cities.

In its annual trading update, Aldi said it plans to open 23 new locations before the end of the year – including a new store in Plymouth - marking a record £800m investment programme during 2024.

The retailer, which currently has over 1,000 stores,...

Theatre Royal Plymouth’s Funky Llama star to perform at Paralympics Homecoming Ceremony

A talented aerialist and performer based in Cornwall, will perform at the Paralympics Homecoming Ceremony on Saturday 14 September which is hosted by The Last Leg's Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker. The show takes place at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham and will be broadcast live on Channel Four at 5:30pm.

Charlotte Evans was diagnosed with a unique form of hereditary...

Kittens calling for care at Blue Cross in Devon

Every summer, Blue Cross in Devon sees a rise in the number of unwanted and abandoned kittens arrive at the animal rehoming centre. Some have been abandoned by their mothers and left to fend for themselves and others who were an unplanned litter that owners cannot care for.

Without their mother, young kittens need round-the-clock care and hand feeding every few hours until they are...

Ocean Film Festival World Tour splashes into the UK

Dive into a night of ocean adventure!

The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing a new collection of thrilling ocean-themed films to venues around the UK this autumn - including The Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe on 5 October.

The Ocean Film Festival is a celebration of the planet’s oceans, with wild seafaring voyages and fascinating marine-life – up on the big screen...

Exmouth Art Group’s 78th Annual Exhibition coming in October 2024

Exmouth’s highly respected Art Group is busy preparing for their 78th annual exhibition, being held in the beautiful Ocean Suite at Ocean on Exmouth Seafront, displaying a wide range of artwork in all mediums and styles, and a raffle supporting the RNLI in its 200th year. It will run from Thursday 10 October to Monday 21 October, 10am to 5pm daily.

The yearly event rejoices in the...

Local Dental Practice Invests £68,000 in State-of-the-Art Facility to Enhance Patient Care

Ashbury Dental Care proudly announces the opening of their new, state-of-the-art dental surgery, representing a significant investment in advanced dental care for the local community. Situated in Budleigh Salterton, this investment ensures that patients will benefit from reduced waiting times and increased availability for routine dental appointments.

Dr Aynoa Lecea, General Dental...

Devon Air Ambulance open brand new charity shop on Crediton High Street

Devon Air Ambulance are looking forward to opening the doors of a brand-new charity shop in Crediton to local people and visitors this weekend, with a special launch event taking place at 10am on Friday 6th September. This new charity shop in the heart of Crediton High Street, was previously occupied by Exeter Leukemia Fund (ELF). Visitors will be delighted to see it kitted out with...

East Devon District Council and contractor Liberty to host Gas Safety Week event in Honiton

Property services business Liberty has pledged its support for Gas Safety Week (9-15 September 2024) and will be working in partnership with East Devon District Council to raise awareness about the importance of gas safety in Honiton.

Liberty and East Devon District Council will be delivering a presentation to residents on the importance of gas safety and answer any questions they...

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