South Devon Railway has a starring role in the opening episode of the hit BBC One crime drama Beyond Paradise which returns for a much-awaited second season this week.
Series one of The Death in Paradise spin-off, which is set in the fictional Devon seaside town of Shipton Abbott, was the UK’s most watched new drama of last year across all channels and streamers.
Coming to Devon for the very first time, enjoy tales, clips and re-enactments of Auntie Beeb’s earliest landmark moments: the first BBC broadcast, the first children’s, drama, sports commentary and so much more – researched, written and performed by British Comedy Award-winning writer (Miranda, Not Going Out) + comedian Paul Kerensa.
Tickets: £10 (12-17 year-olds: £8) from https://www.wegottickets.com/event/596062
A brand new BBC Two six-part series is set to begin on Tuesday 14 November 2023 at 8.00pm taking viewers behind the scenes and under the water at the UK’s national aquarium.
Ever wondered how a shark is moved from one tank to another? Or how many Ray’s is too many for one aquarium? Secrets of the Aquarium explores the incredible underwater homes of thousands of animals at the...
A contestant on the BBC’s high-profile wedding reality show had to battle tragic family news as she planned the happiest day for couples. Yasmin Downing, from Plymouth, has revealed that she had to help arrange her beloved grandmother’s funeral at the same time she was competing with eight other hopefuls on the Ultimate Wedding Planner which launched last night. “It was devastating when my...
The Donkey Sanctuary will once again hold its virtual Carols by Candlelight service from its international headquarters in Sidmouth, Devon this Friday 10 December.
Hosted by celebrant and former BBC Radio Bristol presenter Emma Britton, the event gets underway at 6pm and will be available to watch on The Donkey Sanctuary’s website.
BBC Two’s new competitive hiking series sets off in Devon. Each week five people go head-to-head to discover the best walks the UK has to offer, celebrating jaw-dropping views, great company and the pure joy of being outdoors. The first week in Devon features Lynmouth, Ilfracombe’s coastal path, Shaldon beach, Dartmoor, and Greenway.
The UK’s best known chef, who has one of his restaurants in Plymouth, is one of the main draws of a brand new BBC e-learning service that offers never before access to the minds of some of the world’s greatest creative talents.
Fans of Marco Pierre White, whose restaurant is located at the Crown Plaza Hotel on Armada Way, can now enjoy over 30 online lessons where he reveals some of...
Justin Leigh has announced he is to leave the BBC after 33 years - including almost 20 years presenting the UK’s most popular regional TV news programme, BBC Spotlight.
The popular presenter of the BBC One South West bulletin will sign off for good on Friday, October 16.
Justin said: “The Spotlight team and our viewers are like a second family to me, so leaving the only job...
The BBC has set out plans to transform its local services in England as it seeks to serve audiences better, respond to lessons learnt during the COVID-19 crisis and make savings to tackle its financial challenges.
BBC England, home of the BBC’s local radio stations and regional TV news, will undergo a significant reinvention.
As striking data reveals Coronavirus is having a disproportionate impact on Black, Asian and other ethnic minority groups, all 39 BBC local radio stations across England are joining forces in a one-hour special on Wednesday at 7pm (May 6, 2020) to explore what is being done to find out why and to hear the powerful human stories behind the figures.
