Staff at Butterfly Lodge care home in Plymouth marked the lead-up to Easter with a Wacky Hair Day, donning quirky styles to raise a few smiles and collect raffle prizes.
Team members turned heads with their creative and chaotic hairstyles, raising smiles among residents while gathering chocolate and wine for the Easter raffle.
Deputy manager Sarah McCaffrey said: “We wanted...
Somerset charity, Ferne Animal Sanctuary is gearing up for a day of springtime fun with its annual Spring Festival, taking place on Sunday 20 April, within its beautiful grounds near Chard.
Expect an exciting Easter Egg hunt through the sanctuary’s lush grounds, where little explorers may get the opportunity to bump into the Easter Bunny while they follow the Easter themed adventure...
A major exhibition celebrating the work of a renowned British artist who has strong connections with Plymouth and the South West has just opened at The Box.
Jyll Bradley: Running and Returning continues until 2 November 2025 and is an intimate and powerful presentation that showcases three decades of Bradley's artistic journey.
The finish date for the second phase of urgent works to Exmouth's sea wall has been delayed until late May, after several unforeseen issues.
However, it is hoped the traffic lights on Queens Drive will be removed by the end of April, allowing the promenade path and cycle lane to be reopened at the same time.
In response to community concerns, East Devon District Council (...
All Aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favourite #1 blue engine, is coming to town and we’re celebrating big this year for 80 years of Thomas & Friends™.
Day Out With Thomas: The Party Tour will be stopping at the South Devon Railway on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th June 2025 .
Day Out With Thomas is a fun-filled family event that takes place at Heritage Railways...
Plymouth shoppers can pick up an extra bag to put through the checkout this Easter to support families facing financial difficulties during the school holidays.
The popular donation bags pre-packed with healthy long-life food items will be available in large Tesco stores in and around Plymouth during the Easter break (April 7-20) to make donating the most-needed items easier....
Back in February the Princess Theatre, Torquay announced on their social channels they were on the look out for a new 'Charity of the Year'. A spokesperson for the theatre said "This exciting initiative is all about giving back, building connections, and using the magic of theatre to make a real difference in our community!"
A dedicated panel shortlisted the top contenders and put...
Local community invited to fundraising event in aid of Army Benevolent Fund, 19th April
Dartmouth businessman, Barry Azzopardi, is a former soldier who dedicates his spare time to helping veterans. This June, Barry is taking on one of his toughest challenges yet - the gruelling Cateran Yomp in the Scottish wilderness in aid of the Army Benevolent Fund’s (ABF) support for soldiers,...
Lympstone Manor is delighted to announce that its legendary Pool Party is back—and this year, it promises to be better than ever. Taking place on Saturday 7th June from 12 noon with the party going till late, tis the perfect celebration to start the summer.
Guests will be welcomed with a complimentary drink on arrival, with three further drinks included in each ticket. The all-day...
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) has been awarded £1.2m towards energy efficiency projects and renewable energy.
UHP has been awarded £549,167 for a solar power project in Plymouth, thanks to funding from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The funding is part of a package of £100m from Great British Energy for the NHS to install solar power and battery...
