Philip Reeve began his career as an illustrator and then went into writing; he is best known as the author of the critically acclaimed Mortal Engines series, which was adapted into a major feature film, and has recently written the Utterly Dark trilogy.

Sarah McIntyre started out as an illustrator but has both written and illustrated many picture books including...

Topsham business HCT Turf has launched a community-focused campaign with a rather unusual prize up for grabs - a donation of turf.

The turf-growing specialist, established in 1973, is calling for nominations from community groups, schools, sports clubs, charities or even individuals whose grounds or lawns could benefit from returfing with hard-wearing, locally grown turf.

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Devon County Show is proud to announce that it will host the Devon Cattle Breeders Society’s National Show in 2026.

The National Show—traditionally held at venues across the country and most recently staged at the Royal Cornwall Show—will return to its home turf at Devon’s largest and most well-attended agricultural event in May next year.

The Devon Cattle Breeders Society,...

Renowned chef Michael Caines MBE DL has launched the 2025 edition of the prestigious South West Chef of the Year competition – a highlight of the region’s culinary calendar and a platform for recognising the best cooking talent from across the South West.

Michael, who is chef/patron at the Michelin-starred Lympstone Manor, co-founded the competition in 2004 with the aim of...

From the opening notes of the community choral day to the uplifting finale of the London African Gospel Choir, Budleigh Music Festival celebrated its 20th anniversary in style.

Taking place in the beautiful St Peter’s Church, the festival delivered world-class classical performances, inclusive community events, and stunning moments of musical magic.

More than 3,600 tickets were...

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 wellbeing...

Parents in Devon are being asked to make sure their children are vaccinated against measles as the disease spreads across the UK and Europe.

Measles is among the most contagious diseases in the world, but two doses of the MMR vaccine during childhood can offer lifelong protection. However-vaccine uptake in Britain is below recommended levels, and cases have been rising.

The...

Five Rivers Child Care is delighted to announce that all of its residential children’s homes have been officially rated either ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, the UK’s independent regulator of services for children and young people. This milestone reflects the organisation’s deep-rooted commitment to delivering exceptional care and support to vulnerable children.

With nine homes...