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Is Panning for Gold in Devon Worthwhile?

The rich history of precious metal in Devon and the surrounding area has built fortunes and created legends. Yet, you might not realise that panning for gold is an activity that you can try here easily. How can you do this, and is it worth doing?

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Amy Fenton

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Greendale and Food Drink Devon to host free Love Local Food Festival

A date for the diary, Love Local Food Festival by Greendale, in collaboration with Food Drink Devon, is returning to Exeter Castle on Saturday 9th August from 10am - 6pm.

Free to enter and set in the heart of Exeter, the festival promises a day of delicious food and drink, live entertainment and family fun, all while celebrating the very best of Devon’s food and drink.

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Drake Circus reveals line-up of local talent for live summer sessions at The Barcode

Drake Circus has unveiled the line-up of talented local performers for Barcode Live – with the first session taking place on Thursday 3rd July.

Every Thursday throughout July and August, visitors can enjoy free performances from some of the region’s most exciting up-and-coming artists as part of an initiative to showcase new talent and celebrate Plymouth’s vibrant cultural scene....

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Inheritance Tax Receipts Hit £1.5 Billion in Two Months

New figures from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) show that inheritance tax (IHT) brought in £1.5 billion during the first two months of the 2025–26 tax year. This is £98 million more than during the same period last year, continuing a steady rise in tax receipts over the past 20 years.

Possible U‑Turn on Non‑Dom Inheritance Tax

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly thinking...

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Moorland Fuels achieves distinguished Fleet Operators Recognition Scheme accreditation

Okehampton-based Moorland Fuels , a leading provider of commercial fuels, heating oil, and lubricants in the South West, has achieved a significant milestone on its journey towards both net zero, and its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and driver safety standards, by achieving the highly regarded Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme Bronze accreditation.

Known as FORS, the...

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Daily RNLI lifeguard service coming to Budleigh Salterton

Lifeguards will soon begin patrols at Budleigh Salterton, keeping young families and paddleboarders safe this summer.

The steep drop-off and hidden undertow in the waters can make it deceptively dangerous at the paddleboard hotspot, particularly for children and less confident swimmers.

The joint initiative, put in place thanks to East Devon District Council (EDDC) and RNLI...

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Totnes Bike Hub help riders get back in the saddle with police funding

Members of the Totnes Bike Hub have used police funding and pedal power to ‘wheely’ help local people with physical and mental health issues.

The Community Interest Company was awarded £2,850 from the Proceeds Of Crime Act (POCA) funding which has really helped them to make a difference. POCA funding is money seized from criminals and re-distributed to good causes in local...

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Flamenco Fire comes to Dartington Hall

Prepare for a night of passion, palmas altas and pulsating rhythms as acclaimed international flamenco sensation Nadia Marquez Mora performs her only UK date this year at Dartington’s Great Hall on Friday, 25 July 2025 (19:30–21:30).

Nadia has been dancing since the age of four. Born in Murcia and based in Alicante, she has performed with the famous dance companies of Cristóbal Reyes...

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ChromCadillacs & Cruisers: Cofton’s Biggest Car Show Yet Roars to Life!

The chequered flag has come down on another unforgettable American Car Show at Cofton Holidays, and what a weekend it was. With over 200 jaw-dropping vehicles on display and 3,500 guests soaking up the vibrant atmosphere, the 2025 event was the biggest and best in the show’s eight-year history.

From the growl of Mustangs to the gleam of classic Cadillacs, petrolheads, families and...

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Inaugural Plymouth boating festival makes a splash

Glorious sunshine and a packed schedule of maritime fun helped make the inaugural Plymouth Boat Fest a huge success, as thousands of visitors gathered at Plymouth Yacht Haven; the city’s largest and busiest marina, to celebrate the region’s rich marine heritage and industry.

With over 50 exhibitors and more than 30 boats on display, the event showcased the broad spectrum of the...

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Captain Campbell's Collection goes to auction

An unexpected trove of fabulous artwork, discovered in a secluded Somerset bungalow, is set to go under the hammer at Chilcotts Auctioneers in Honiton on July 12.

The eclectic collection was quietly and meticulously assembled over decades by distinguished Royal Navy hydrographer and commanding officer, Captain Richard J Campbell OBE.

Naval hero, Captain Campbell surrounded...

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