A unique 600-year-old book once used by Buckland Abbey’s monks will be returning to the abbey this summer for the first time in nearly five centuries. The book, on loan from the British Library, records the daily customs of the Buckland monks and even some of the music they performed at the abbey…
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An unforgettable blend of wild swimming and immersive theatre is taking place on the North Devon coast. Take to the waves with award-winning theatre-makers Burn the Curtain for Swim from The Wild Shore: a daring and dreamlike fusion of wild swimming and storytelling, where myth, magic, and…
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Sunshine, scones, and spectacular scenery! Devon’s Top Attractions marked a major milestone on Wednesday 18th June as they gathered on the grand lawn of Holne Park House at River Dart Country Park for a glorious celebration of four decades of excellence — and they did it in the most Devon way…
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Exeter’s historic quayside got a whole lot cleaner last Friday, 20th June, as Coastal Recycling brought together 60 volunteers from 15 local businesses for its first-ever ‘Clean the Quay’ event, collecting an impressive 100kg of rubbish in just a couple of hours. Held in celebration of Employee…
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A wave of entertainment will break over North Devon this summer! The Wild Shore promises to soak audiences in excitement, intrigue, song and swims - all within the North Devon Coast National Landscape. Tickets are on sale now for The Wild Shore - a magical, marine, multi-event participatory…
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Totnes is about to get even more pedal-powered! This June, CatBikes, a fleet of brand-new electric bikes, are arriving as part of South Hams District Council’s drive to promote greener travel. The initiative is rooted in a broader mission: to tackle climate change and support vibrant, connected…
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Join The Great Woodland Adventure for a summer of hands-on forest fun these holidays at RHS Rosemoor, 19 July – 31 August 2025 Go wild in the woods at RHS Rosemoor who have a tree-mendous programme of activities for the whole family this summer! Head to their brilliant woodland basecamp for six…
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Discover a world of adventure and play at 18 National Trust places across the South West From giant straw castles, bug nature zones, circus skill areas, lawn games and even a laundry labyrinth No need to pre-book Under 5s go FREE Summer of Play activities included within standard…
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Taking place 100 years after she was born, the exhibition will reassess and re-present Cook’s work, giving her the acclaim she deserves The Box Plymouth has today revealed details of a major exhibition by artist Beryl Cook (1926-2008). Running from Saturday 24 January to Sunday 31 May 2026, it will…
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Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve recently had the honour of hosting the BBC’s Countryfile team for two days of filming, bringing the beauty and biodiversity of this special place into the national spotlight. A Closer Look at Seaton Wetlands Nestled on the edge of the Jurassic Coast, Seaton Wetlands…
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