Dartmoor National Park Authority has today introduced a temporary ban on open fires and barbecues on all common land within the National Park. The ban has been introduced in response to the prolonged dry weather and the risk wildfires can pose to people and animals, as well as damage to property and the natural environment. People who plan to spend time in the National Park are urged to be extremely vigilant to the increased risk of fires. A wildfire can start rapidly from things like a disposable barbecue, a cigarette or a match thrown out of a car window, or empty glass bottles left in...
People will be able to hone their grilling skills for free this week when the National BBQ Roadshow comes to the Devon County Show.
The three-day event takes place at Westpoint Showground, Clyst St Mary Exeter from Thursday through to Saturday.
As well as featuring numerous food stalls and live music, visitors will be able to see Brian “The Grillmaster” George sharing his 25 years’ experience BBQing.
Mr George will be giving demos on how to make everything from mouth-watering burgers to sizzling skewers, as well as giving top tips on how to make the most out of...
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is asking the public to think twice about using disposable BBQs this holiday.
Wayne Rawlins, area manager for risk at Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue says:
“Every year we see so many preventable fires caused by disposable BBQs. They are a not only a fire risk when they’re being used, but also pose a risk when being disposed of, causing bin fires, and further damage to the environment to vegetation that has caught alight. They’re not really disposable at all.
“Last spring we attended an incident in Kingswear, Devon,...
Come along to Darts Farm to help celebrate Devon's Air Ambulances' 25th anniversary of saving lives. There is lots for all of the family including an emergency services demonstration at 12.30pm featuring DAA aircrew, the fire, police and ambulance services.
Do your children love the Goose books? Goose's creator and author Laura Wall will be holding story telling sessions at 10am and 11am. There will also be an opportunity to have your photo taken with Laura. There may even be a special appearance by Goose! Music provided by Exmouth Sea Shanty and Mrs Jones.
A Newfoundland dog named Stanley was the surprise winner of a Weber barbeque.
Stanley’s owner Lucy Wakefield, who runs Barking Mad Home Hosting for Dogs, entered Stanley – who has his own Facebook account - into a social media giveaway.
With the winner chosen at random, Stanley’s name came up. After ascertaining that the dog had an owner who could cook sausages for him on his new barbeque, he was duly named the winner.
The pair visited Otter Garden Centres in Ottery St Mary to claim the prize. Staff and customers came to say hello to the impressive pooch.
2016’s Broadclyst Fun Day and Family Dog Show will take place on Saturday 25th June on the Recreation ground, Broadclyst, kicking off at 11am with an action-packed day of kids races, events, displays, stalls and the very popular Family Dog Show with 10 classes commencing at 2pm.
For the young and young at heart, Fun Day offers a plethora of activities, entertainment and stalls to delight engage and wear off some youthful excess energy (where do they get it from…?). The ever-popular kids’ races will start promptly at 11.30 so under starters’ orders: 1-2-3-Go! Entries for the Dog...
BBQ Fever will be taking over The Magdalen Chapter this August Bank Holiday. Soak up the last of the summer sunshine from a deck chair on the lawn of the hotel’s walled garden and feast on a BBQ of locally sourced meat dishes and fresh summer salads. Welcoming all the family!
For more information and to book tickets, click here .
The BBQ will take place on Monday 31 August from 12:30 - 15:00. Tickets are priced at £12.95 per person.
