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July 2021

Exploring the Sid Valley: Salcombe Regis30-07-2021
While we love Sidmouth, we also love exploring the rest of the Sid Valley, so while you’re visiting, why not head off the beaten track and…
Fish wall gets a facelift 26-07-2021
Image: Sarah Hall
The famous fish wall at the Ham in Sidmouth has had a little refresh as part of an event hosted by the Sidmouth Coastal…
Six Week Summer spectacular at Wildwood Escot 26-07-2021
Wildwood Trust prepares to welcome visitors for a magical summer of fun for all the family
From Saturday 24th July – Sunday…
Suggestions for a self catering break in Sidmouth26-07-2021
While many of us love a being waiting on during our holidays, sometimes you just want the flexibility that comes with a self catering property.…
THG's Creative Cabin recognised in national awards19-07-2021

THG's Creative Cabin has been awarded Highly Commended in the Pandemic Pivot category of the 2021 Museums + Heritage Awards…
Fun, family friendly things to do when in Sidmouth19-07-2021
If you’re planning a family holiday to Sidmouth this summer, here are our top suggestions for things to do when in the town. Despite its…
Sidmouth Airshow Line-up confirmed!14-07-2021
Sidmouth Town Council has today confirmed the line-up for the Sidmouth Airshow by announcing details of the aircraft and teams who will join the…
New art space for Sidmouth13-07-2021
Image: Sidmouth Coastal Community Hub on Facebook
The Sidmouth Coastal Community Hub are pleased to announce a series of art workshops that will…
England moves to Step 4 13-07-2021

In a press conference this week, Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed that England will move to step 4 from 19 July…
Revealed: Exmouth skatepark to get £365k Olympic standard revamp 12-07-2021
Design produced by Maverick Industries Ltd.
An Exmouth skatepark will soon be ungraded to become an Olympic standard training facility thanks…
5 reasons to go to East Devon this summer09-07-2021
If you’re looking for a wonderful staycation destination, why not choose East Devon? Sidmouth is one of several towns in the East Devon…
Sidmouth School of Art – launch Sidmouth Wallspace – a gallery for everyone07-07-2021
Sidmouth Coastal Community Hub working with artist David Shrigley OBE have launched the first artwork of many, on a new billboard for artwork in…
Book now for an adventurous outdoor Summer Holiday Club this August!02-07-2021
Wild East Devon's Summer Holiday Club is back for 2021!
With a summer holiday abroad on hold for many, the summer holiday club in…
The best places for fishing in and around Sidmouth02-07-2021
When it comes to sports involving water, not everyone is keen to jump on a board and tackle the waves. If you’re someone who prefers a more…

June 2021

Enjoy a cream tea in Sidmouth this June!25-06-2021
Happy National Cream Tea Day! Whether you’re in Sidmouth or at home wishing you were in Sidmouth, today is the perfect day to enjoy a cream…
More top music and entertainment for A Celebration of Sidmouth Folk Festival as evening concert tickets go on sale23-06-2021
A host of top names have been added to the bill for A Celebration of Sidmouth Folk Festival, a special open-air event bringing a whole week of…
Exciting new events announced at the launch of Climate Conversations programme11-06-2021

Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) and East Devon District Council launch their climate campaign - Climate…
Top music and entertainment for A Celebration of Sidmouth Folk Festival as evening concert tickets go on sale10-06-2021
Image: Paul Clayden
A host of top names have been added to the bill for A Celebration of Sidmouth Folk Festival, a special open-air event…
Enjoy National Picnic Week in East Devon10-06-2021
National Picnic Week is an annual event that takes place every June and this year falls between 19th and 27th June. If you are a picnic fan and…
Rescued bear cubs arrive at forever home in Devon03-06-2021
Orphaned bear cubs bid farewell to the Kent coast as they take the final leg of their extraordinary journey to their “forever home”…
Enjoy Father’s Day in Sidmouth03-06-2021
If you’re thinking about treating the father figure in your life this Father’s Day, what could be better than a day trip or short…

May 2021

Share your Sidmouth memories this Devon Day27-05-2021
Happy Devon Day!
Did you know that 4th June is Devon Day? While we already know that Devon is the best county in England, today is the day we…
Bluebell Week a resounding success27-05-2021
This spring, East Devon Council ran their first ever Bluebell Week, encouraging everyone to get out and about and enjoy the spring flowers around…
Sidmouth Beach wins Blue Flag Award 202121-05-2021
Sidmouth has been recognised as having one of the nicest beaches in Britain, along with neighbour Exmouth. The two towns were among 76 locations…
Get married in Sidmouth in 202220-05-2021
If you’re planning a wedding for 2022 and beyond and you want a venue steeped in Regency charm and beautiful surroundings, Sidmouth is a great…
National Bike Week in Sidmouth20-05-2021
Image: Sarah Hall
Did you know that National Bike Week falls between 30th May and 5th June? It’s an annual celebration run by Cycling UK…
Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) shortlisted in the 2021 Museum + Heritage Awards 19-05-2021

Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) announces that their Creative Cabin project has been shortlisted in the 2021 Museum + Heritage…
Tree Week in Sidmouth15-05-2021
Image: Sarah Hall
The team at Sidmouth Arboretum have organised three guided walks and two talks for this year's Tree Week.
This…
Wild summer of fun awaits at Wildwood Escot13-05-2021
Following a roaring reopening the popular wildlife park near Ottery St Mary is set for a really wild summer of fun.
British wildlife…
Sidmouth Air Show returns!12-05-2021
Sidmouth Town Council has today announced that the world famous RAF Aerobatic Team, The Red Arrows will return to the town’s skies at the…
A-Z of Sidmouth11-05-2021
Sidmouth is a wonderful place and here is our A-Z guide of all the things you can see and do while in the town!
A – Arboretum
Did…
2021/22 Tourism Awards are live for entry!10-05-2021
The Tourism Awards are now open for entry, with both the Devon Tourism Awards and the South West Tourism Awards both having an extended opening…
Scaled down Folk Festival for 202107-05-2021
Sidmouth Folk Festival will be returning to the town for 2021, but in a smaller format than usual, with a bigger celebration planned for 2022…

April 2021

5 great places for a daytrip from Sidmouth27-04-2021
If you’ve booked to stay in Sidmouth for a few days, you’ll already have a pretty full itinerary, but if you want to explore a few of…
The donkeys are ready to welcome you back!09-04-2021
Sidmouth’s donkeys are getting excited as their reopening date draws nearer. The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth plans to reopen to the public…

March 2021

Great places for picnics in Sidmouth29-03-2021
As the weather starts getting better and restrictions begin being lifted, here’s our top suggestions for great places for a picnic in…
The best places to find spring flowers in and around Sidmouth25-03-2021
If you want to see Spring in bloom, there are plenty of pretty places in and around Sidmouth for you to enjoy the new buds and the spring flowers…
Suggestions for a great self catering stay in Sidmouth25-03-2021
While the UK is still under lockdown, there is some light at the end of the tunnel and self catering properties are starting to be able to open…
Valley of a million bulbs returns to Sidmouth24-03-2021
Image: @photograpy_try_hard on Instagram
Sidmouth is awash with colour as millions of yellow daffodils have bloomed – gaining the…
Catch a glimpse of Sidmouth’s history with new novel Sistersong24-03-2021
Image: Lucy Holland
Local author Lucy Holland’s latest book, an epic historical fantasy based on an old folk song and set in Sidmouth is now…
Celebrate spring with Bluebell Week! 21-03-2021
From 26th April to 2nd May, you can celebrate the beauty of spring in East Devon with Bluebell Week, a new event launched by Wild East Devon…
Spring is in the air as Wildwood Escot prepares to reopen21-03-2021
After more than eight months of lockdown over the last year, Wildwood Escot, the British wildlife conservation charity and family attraction near…
Five reasons why east Devon is the best part of Devon16-03-2021
There are loads of reasons we can think of to prove that East Devon and the Jurassic Coastline is the best part of Devon, but if you still need…
Red squirrels enjoy the signs of spring at east Devon animal park 08-03-2021
The five resident red squirrels at popular wildlife park Wildwood Escot, in East Devon, have been enjoying the famous first signs of spring, a…
East Devon’s most instagrammable spots08-03-2021
If you’re anything like us, your Instagram is likely looking a little empty with everything that has happened over 2020 and the start of…
THG's Creative Cabin Shorts take flight in March01-03-2021
Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) announces new artists to feature in their series of online video shorts hoping to engage and inspire until the…

February 2021

Festive fun planned for Connaught Gardens this Christmas26-02-2021
Image: Connaught Gardens
A new festive event is being planned for families in Sidmouth’s Connaught Gardens this Christmas, providing a…
Great Nature Reserves in East Devon23-02-2021
East Devon is one of the most beautiful places in the region, especially if you love being at one with nature. Now that the government have…
Roadmap to lockdown restrictions announced23-02-2021
In his statement to the House of Commons today, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the government roadmap that outlines how lockdown restrictions…
Connaught Gardens approved for weddings19-02-2021
Image: Kyle Baker.
East Devon District Council has announced that Sidmouth's Connaught Gardens are now licensed to hold wedding…