The expert panel has completed its work for the MyBiosphere 2026 Photo Competition, selecting a collection of images that capture the landscapes, wildlife, communities and special moments that make the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere unique. The selected photographs are on display at The Planetary Lab…
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Visitors to RHS Garden Rosemoor can now take advantage of eight newly installed electric vehicle (EV) charging bays, as part of a wider initiative to provide sustainable solutions across all five RHS gardens. RHS Rosemoor, near Great Torrington in North Devon, now has both fast (up to 22kW) and…
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The Planetary Lab has officially opened its pilot science centre in Barnstaple, marking an exciting new chapter for science education, innovation and public engagement in North Devon. The Planetary Lab is the new working name of Exeter Science Centre (CIO, registered charity number 1194239) and…
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Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks, the leading independent family-run holiday operator in North Devon, has once again defied the corporate giants by securing a clean sweep at the 2026 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards. All three of the group’s Devon destinations - Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park…
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The North Devon UNESCO Biosphere has launched its new Strategy for 2026–2036, setting out a bold and collaborative vision to restore nature, tackle climate change, and support thriving communities and a sustainable local economy. The strategy, titled “Living up to world class by nature”, has been…
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For the past 6 months the horticultural team at RHS Garden Rosemoor have been giving their Shrub Rose Garden an exciting refurbishment ahead of this year's Festival of Roses. The first major renovation of this garden since 2004 has seen new support structures installed and over 40 new rose varieties…
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Waverley, the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer, has returned to North Devon and Somerset with the historic steamship set to offer cruises for a limited time only until Wednesday 17th June. Waverley is due to call at Clevedon, Ilfracombe, Minehead, Bideford, Portishead and Weston-super-Mare…
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Ilfracombe Coast Week will take place from Saturday 30 May to Sunday 7 June 2026, bringing together a packed programme of coastal activities, heritage, art, wildlife, water safety, boat trips, workshops, talks and family-friendly experiences across the town. Created to celebrate Ilfracombe’s…
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Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks has announced another year of strong growth, with bookings for 2025 up 6% year-on-year and forward bookings for 2026 already 10% ahead, underlining continued demand for high-quality coastal holidays in North Devon and the UK. The positive performance comes as the…
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As twilight falls on selected dates from Friday 21 November to 30 December, RHS Rosemoor near Great Torrington will transform into a world of magical winter wonders where you can admire the garden’s dramatic architecture in a whole new light – skilfully illuminated with a kaleidoscope of colours and…
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