Devon

Planning approved for 150-home development in Landkey

Regional housebuilder, Allison Homes South West has received planning approval for a new residential development in Landkey, North Devon, which will deliver 150 high-quality homes to the town, 30% of which will be affordable homes.

Construction is expected to begin this summer, with the first homes expected to be available in 2026, with the full neighbourhood due for completion by...

Devon woman helps launch nationwide Big Lunch Recipe Search

The Big Lunch is back and has just launched a nationwide search to unearth hidden culinary gems and the stories behind them with the help of celebrity chefs including Ainsley Harriott and Dame Prue Leith. Mandy Harding from Devon is preparing to submit her entry and is encouraging other people to roll up their sleeves and share their favourite recipes!

The Recipe Search is an idea...

Holiday the Sustainable Way: The UK’s First Entirely Solar-Powered Holiday Caravan is in the English Riviera

Beverley Holidays Caravan Park, nestled in the English Riviera, unveils the brand-new Signature Eco and leads the way in eco-tourism

Situated amidst the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark renowned for its stunning coastline, Beverley Holidays is leading the way in eco-tourism in 2025, with the UK’s first ever entirely solar powered caravan, created in a collaboration with Victory...

Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) invites applications to Summer Open exhibition

South West artists are encouraged to apply to exhibit at one of Devon's most prestigious galleries.

Submissions are invited to the THG Open 2025, the ever-popular Summer biennial art exhibition.

The THG Open is a key part of THG’s exhibition programme showcasing the rich talent of established and emerging contemporary visual artists living in the South West.

THG...

Celebrate animal welfare in the South West with RSPCA’s PawPrints Awards

The RSPCA works in close partnership with public bodies to recognise and improve animal welfare standards, and the charity has celebrated community heroes with the one-of-a-kind scheme since 2008.

Working with emergency services, the Armed Forces, councils and other service providers, the awards acknowledge those who surpass legal standards and raise the bar in animal welfare....

Treasure Hunt inspired by new Agatha Christie Sculpture comes to Torquay Harbourside

A free treasure hunt around Torquay harbourside has been created to coincide with the unveiling of the Agatha Christie sculpture on Saturday 12 April. To mark the fact that the sculpture features one of Agatha’s favourite dogs, a wire-haired terrier called Peter, the team at the Agatha Christie Festival has devised a special family-friendly treasure hunt around Torquay Harbour. 500 limited-...

Allison Homes partners with Aster Group to tackle the region’s housing crisis

Regional house builder, Allison Homes South West has exchanged contracts and announced a partnership with South of England and London housing association Aster Group to bring a collection of new affordable homes to Winkleigh, Devon.

The partnership will deliver 23 out of 75 homes in the second phase of the High Moor View development, as a mixture of social and affordable rent, and...

Stepping Up for Mental Health: Honiton Students Raise the Bar with Last Ever 24-Hour Charity Challenge

Honiton Community College (HCC) Sixth Form students have stepped up for mental health in their final 24-hour charity challenge, which raised much-needed funds for the Exeter, Mid, and East Devon branch of the Samaritans.

For over a decade, the school’s Sixth Form has led a series of 24-hour charity events, raising more than £26,000 for local causes. This year’s challenge saw staff...

KFC Marsh Mills hits the streets of Plymouth litter picking for the Great British Spring Clean

April 2025 : KFC Marsh Mills team members took to the streets of Plymouth on Tuesday to mark the Great British Spring Clean, an annual nationwide campaign to clean up the UK’s local communities.

This year, 11 KFC team members in Plymouth were joined by The Deputy Lord Mayor for Plymouth, Councillor Pauline Murphy, the Deputy Lord Mayor’s Consort, Councillor Mark Coker on the day,...

All Aboard for Easter Adventures on the South Devon Railway

This April, South Devon Railway is inviting families and railway enthusiasts alike to celebrate Easter with a series of engaging events set against the stunning backdrop of Devon's scenic landscapes.

From 5th – 21st April families can embark on an Easter Trail across the railway's stations.

Participants will search for five egg images, each displaying a letter. Once all...

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