Devon

Devon's best young sporting talent set to dazzle at Plymouth sporting spectacle

A loud, colourful parade will kick off the Devon School Games which are returning to Plymouth this Thursday 22nd June.

The Devon Summer School Games will take place across three of Plymouth’s most iconic sporting sites: Plymouth Albion, Brickfields Sports Facilities and Stonehouse Creek Pitches.

The fun kicks off at 9.45 with the opening ceremony and Plymouth School Sports...

Get ready for Glasto weekend with Ashley Roberts

Festival season kicks off this June in the UK and to get you in the summer spirit we have three sizzling looks modelled by Ashley Roberts from the Pussycat Dolls to get you festival-ready this summer.

There is no better time than the festival season to show off you boho chic style. Try donning a pair of denim shorts, a classic black vest top and a stylish metallic backpack to get the...

Mayflower II Celebrates 60 Year Anniversary of Transatlantic Voyage

As the plans to commemorate Mayflower 400 in 2020 continue, the international partnership, which is led in the UK by Plymouth, is marking the 60th anniversary of the Mayflower II sailing and arriving in America. A symbol of Anglo-American bonds forged during World War II, the iconic replica ship sailed from the UK to the USA, arriving in Plymouth, Massachusetts on June 13, 1957.

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History Centre prepares to sign building and construction contract

The team behind the city’s ground breaking History Centre project is preparing for the start of a new chapter in the journey towards a 2020 opening.

Following a series of in-depth negotiations, Plymouth City Council is set to sign a contract worth £22.6 million with Willmott Dixon for the major building and construction work. A series of concept designs for a number of the galleries...

Devon homeowners live in six homes during their lifetime

Homeowners in Devon are likely to live in six homes during their life according to a new survey from a leading housebuilder

The Barratt Homes study into house moves reveals that the vast majority of the county’s residents were found to be real home-birds - with 31.5 percent expecting to move home just four to five times in a lifetime.

Looking at the age of respondents, the...

Friday Feeling Raceday – Fri 22 Sept

The weekend starts here! Join us for an afternoon of Summer Jumps racing in the beautiful South West.

NEW for 2017: Check out our two new Fizz Friday ticket packages at just £30pp which include Paddock entry, fizz or a refreshing drink, a tasty treat and a racecard. These packages are only available via our online ticket store until 5pm on Thursday 21 September.

Alternatively, Paddock Enclosure tickets are on sale now priced at £19 per person or £12 for Course Enclosure tickets. Children aged 16 and under, plus students with a valid photographic ID go FREE. Gates open at 12...

2 for 1 Paddock Entry - Mon 11 Sept

Come racing and save. Enjoy two Paddock Enclosure tickets for the price of one on Monday 11 September when you book by 5pm on Monday 4 September.

Missed the deadline? Tickets will still be available after this date at the full price of £19 per Paddock Enclosure ticket or £12 for Course Enclosure.

Gates open at 12.15 ahead of the first race at 14.15. The last race of the day will take place at 17.15.

Please note times are subject to change so please be sure to check the website for updates.

To find out more information and to buy tickets, visit www....

Saturday Raceday - Sat 2 September

Make this a weekend to remember. Join us with friends and family and enjoy a day at the races on Saturday 2 September.

Gates open at 12.15 ahead of the first race at 14.15. The final race of the day will take place at 17.40.

Tickets are available online now priced at £19 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure. Tickets are available online until 17.00 on Friday 1 September and will also be available at the gates on the day.

Children aged 16 and under, plus students with valid photographic ID go FREE.

Be sure to pay a visit to our new...

Evening Racing – Tues 29 August

Finish the day on a high with evening racing at Newton Abbot Racecourse on Tuesday 29 August.

Gates open at 14.45 ahead of the first race at 16.45. The final race of the day will take place at 19.45.

Tickets are available online now priced at £19 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure. Tickets are available online until 17.00 on Monday 28 August and will also be available at the gates on the day.

Children aged 16 and under, plus students with valid photographic ID go FREE.

Be sure to pay a visit to our new children’s play area in the...

Ladies’ Day – Tues 22 August (Eve)

The social pinnacle of the racing calendar, don your finery and join us for the St Austell Brewery Ladies’ Day on Tuesday 22 August. This is one event not to be missed.

Gates open at 15.30 ahead of the first race at 17.30. The final race of the day will take place at 20.00.

Tickets are available online now priced at £19 for the Paddock Enclosure and £12 for the Course Enclosure. Tickets are available online until 17.00 on Monday 21 August and will also be available at the gates on the day.

Children aged 16 and under, plus students with valid photographic ID go FREE...

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