The National Trust has announced its largest ever wildflower grassland project as part of its efforts to help save this threatened habitat and tackle the nature and climate crises. In a project which will eventually create pockets of species rich grassland across 70 miles of the north Devon…
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Croyde has been named as one of the top ten surfing beaches in the world, coming in at number 7 out of 150 beaches across the globe. The study by ParkSleepFly, analysed surf related tags on Instagram to find the best rated surf destinations and Croyde, which is part of the UK’s first Surf Reserve…
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As summer draws to a close and colder temperatures are on the horizon, rounding off summer with a romantic staycation is a great way to spend some quality time together, beat the crowds and make memories to cherish. Research from HolidayCottages.co.uk has found that searches for ‘cosy, romantic…
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Five hectares of a Site of Special Scientific Interest ruined by fire at Baggy Point. The scorched landscape will take years to recover, rangers say. The North Devon coastline is home to a wide range of protected and rare species such as the adder and Dartford warbler. A gorse fire that tore…
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Exmoor Zoo is seriously worried about the spread and the severity of this avian influenza epidemic. This is very poignant with us due to the entire loss of our penguins from avian malaria a few years ago! Bio-security precautions have been in place since spring and we have become more diligent due…
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Each summer, data from our four emergency departments suggests that up to one quarter of patients are visitors to the county. Devon’s NHS is reminding visitors to the county that there are plenty of options available to them, should they get injured or poorly while on holiday or if they have left…
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North Devon UNESCO Biosphere have launched a new web app aimed at visitors and residents, to highlight the fantastic experiences available in the area, while helping to reduce pressure on the popular hotspots. The North Devon Explorer web app will provide real time information on traffic congestion…
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It’s no secret that the UK’s leisure sector has had an extremely difficult time in recent years – but this week, The Milky Way Adventure Park in North Devon has received some amazing news, it has been named as the Number 1 Amusement Park in the UK, the 4 th best in Europe and 5 th best in the world as…
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Comedian Bill Bailey, who is from the West Country, will be embarking on a 100 mile walk across North Devon and Cornwall in memory of his friend and fellow comedian, Sean Lock, who passed away last year. Starting in Cornwall, Bailey will be walking to Combe Martin using the coast path, a route which…
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According to research undertaken by Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks, data obtained from google has shown that interest for holidays in Devon is 27% higher than those in Gran Canaria, one of the favourite holiday destinations for Brits. The cost of living squeeze is affecting all areas of the economy…
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