Devon Exeter

Courtlands Boardwalk re-opens on Exe Estuary Trail

Courtlands Boardwalk on the Exe Estuary Trail has re-opened following the completion of repairs.

The section of the Trail between Lympstone and Exmouth has been undergoing a major overhaul after it was found that timber structural beams and deck planks had deteriorated and become unsafe.

Over 94 tonnes of timber have been removed during the repair scheme, and it has been...

1 million take part in record-breaking RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

The number of nature lovers who took part in the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch soared to a million people this winter after a year of lockdown restrictions saw people turn to nature for comfort.

Now in its 42nd year, the Big Garden Birdwatch is a chance for people of all ages to count the number of birds that visit their garden, helping the RSPB build up a picture of how birds are...

Devon County Show

Devon County Show organisers announce new July dates

The Devon County Agricultural Association is delighted to announce that the 125th Devon County Show will take place on Friday 2nd Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th July 2021.

The County Show, that was cancelled in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, will move from its usual mid-May dates for next year only. Mary Quicke, DCAA Chairman said ‘we are absolutely committed to holding our Devon...

#MyRedThumb Day reminds motorists to avoid distractions while driving

Traffic volumes may be relatively low due to the current lockdown, but with concerns over speeding traffic, safety on Devon’s roads remains as important as ever.

The annual #MyRedThumb Day is being marked today (Tuesday 12 May) to remind everyone about the importance of driving safely and avoiding distractions behind the wheel.

The Government is encouraging some people to go...