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Teen holding up their art for photo in forest

Creative summer fun for teens

Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) in Honiton is inviting young people aged 11 to 17 to get hands-on with art this summer during Summer Art Week 2025 — a packed week of inspiring creative workshops led by professional artists.

Running from Tuesday 19 to Saturday 23 August, the programme...

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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?

The Timeless Allure of Gold

Gold has been valued by humans throughout history, with the earliest artefacts we’ve found so far dating back...

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....

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...

One Year To Go: The English Riviera Prepares to Host Prestigious 2026 Stand Up Paddling World Cup

Over 5,000 spectators and 200 elite international athletes expected to join world-class competition set against the coastal town of Torquay, from 24 – 28 June 2026.

The English Riviera will take centre stage next summer as it plays host to the 2026 International Canoe Federation (ICF) Stand Up Paddling (SUP) World Cup, marking the first time an ICF SUP event of this magnitude has...

Moorland Fuels tanker with rainbow in the background

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...

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...

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...

Nadia Marquez Mora and her group

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...

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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