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Paw friendly trail launched at RHS Garden Rosemoor

A shady dog walking route and increased access to water and refreshments offered to summer dog walkers at RHS Garden Rosemoor.

As we head into the hottest months of the year, RHS Garden Rosemoor has launched a new guide to help visitors keep their dogs comfortable during walks on their dog friendly days every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays.

The famous gardens are currently...

Cranbrook Education Campus Celebrates National Recognition for Inclusion

Cranbrook Education Campus (CEC) is proud to announce it has been awarded the prestigious Rainbow Flag Award, a national accolade that recognises schools’ committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for all pupils, especially those who identify as LGBTQ+.

The award highlights the school’s dedication to embedding inclusion, equality, and diversity into every...

Graham Vanstone retires after nearly 50 years with Clinton Devon Estates

Accountant Graham Vanstone has seen book-keeping move from heavy manual ledgers - which looked like something from Charles Dickens’ time - to the 21st century computer age.

His near 50-year career with Clinton Devon Estates ended in June 2025 and he says there has rarely been a dull day at work.

Graham, 65, joined the Estates’ offices, then at Syon House, East Budleigh,...

Libraries across Devon celebrate the Summer Book Quest with special events

Children across Devon can join The Summer Book Quest for free at their local library from 12th July. The brand new Quest has been created by Libraries Unlimited, the charity commissioned to run the libraries in Devon and Torbay. It offers a refreshing change to the usual reading challenge with children encouraged to participate by doing a variety of activities along the theme of "Deep Sea...

Theatre Royal Plymouth partners with Good Chance Theatre to support creatives from refugee backgrounds

In its 10th anniversary year, pioneering refugee-led arts charity Good Chance Theatre is launching a landmark initiative: Stage Door 10. This national training programme will place 10 people from displaced backgrounds in paid creative traineeships with 10 of the UK’s leading theatre and arts organisations, including Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP).

Partnering with TRP, Bradford...

Local Fundraising Dinner at Langston Raises Over £6,500 for Morvargh Sailing Project

Langston, South Devon – Langston House, a beautifully restored Grade II-listed Georgian farmhouse, opened its gates for the first time on 18thJune to host a magical midsummer fundraising evening. The event brought together the local community, celebrated South Devon's finest producers, and raised over £6,500 for the Morvargh Sailing Project, an organisation that empowers young people through...

Devon health and wellbeing charity seeks new Trustees for its next exciting chapter

Westbank Community Health and Care, a successful health and wellbeing charity that’s continuing to grow and extend its services across the whole of Devon, is on the lookout for new Trustees who can offer their experience and a fresh perspective to support the governance and growth of an award-winning organisation.

The charity provides a multitude of community-based health and...

‘Anchors Aweigh!’ Plymouth Oddfellows Support Disabled Sailing Charity

The Plymouth Oddfellows are proud to lend their support to a remarkable local charity, the Plymouth and Devon Schools Sailing Association (PDSSA) which opens up the joy of sailing to people with disabilities.

The Association operates two specially adapted Drascombe Longboats, each designed to give those with a wide range of disabilities the chance to experience sailing around the...

Bradfords Building Supplies Opens First Stand Alone Tool and Plant Hire Depot in Newton Abbot

Bradfords Building Supplies today announces the opening of its first ever standalone Tool and Plant Hire depot in Newton Abbot, Devon. Bradfords has been serving customers from over 45 branches across the Southwest since 1770 and now brings its renowned hire service to a dedicated depot for the first time.

The new depot will offer trade and contractor customers a bigger, better and...

Devon HGV Driver Who Lost Leg Following Workplace Injury Shares Journey of Recovery to Inspire Others

Union member highlights the importance of workplace protections and support networks.

A Cullompton-based HGV driver who lost his lower left leg in a workplace incident is sharing his story to inspire others and highlight the importance of strong support networks, especially family, alongside union membership and workplace safety.

Mr Mark Sowden, 56, from Willand, Devon, was...

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