Things to do in Devon, events & lifestyle

The Bear Hut at Killerton (c) CaptainBagpuss, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

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Out & About

Babbacombe Cliff Railway carries one millionth passenger: We examine its astonishing revival

Friday, September 13, 2019

Babbacombe Cliff Railway is a spectacular way in which to travel

As Babbacombe Cliff Railway marks ten years of community ownership on 1 August by carrying its one millionth passenger, NICKY ALLEN tells the story of its revival

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11 of the most haunted locations in Devon

Friday, September 13, 2019 Samuel Mathewson

From angry spirits to headless horses and ghoulish monks, Devon has more than a few supernatural stories to get your skin crawling. We have picked 11 haunted places in the county

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Mare and Foal Sanctuary in Newton Abbot rescue foal whose mum died on Dartmoor

Thursday, September 5, 2019

The tiny foal named Ava, just a few weeks old, was found alone and terrified near the village of Lee Moor

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What to see and do at stunning Slapton Ley

Tuesday, September 3, 2019

Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve is a unique wildlife habitat

Slapton Ley is a unique coastal habitat where a freshwater lake meets the sea. Behind the scenic views, a lot of time and effort goes into preserving this idyllic spot, as CHRISSY HARRIS discovers

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11 of the prettiest picnic walks in Devon

Tuesday, September 3, 2019

East Portlemouth Beach (c) R~P~M, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

If there's one thing Devon can do well, it's play host to a picnic. With an abundance of hidden areas and beautiful locations, Devon screams out to be explored. We've picked 11 spots that are ideal for exploration and picnicking

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People

Salcombe RNLI celebrates 150 years of protecting our county's coast

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Salcombe RNLI's inshore lifeboat will be at the centre of the 150th anniversary celebrations

AMELIA THURSTON reflects on 150 years of the RNLI saving lives in Salcombe

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Phil Dollman's testimonial year to conclude with match against Crawshays at Sandy Park

Monday, August 19, 2019

In what will be the finale to Exeter Chiefs Original, Phil Dollman's Testimonial Year, his concluding match has taken on an exciting new dimension

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Food & Drink

Ad Feature Cary Arms & Spa, Babbacombe Beach

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Lana de Savary has spared no expense in restoring this historic and well-known seaside inn.

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Ad Feature "The 1950" 2 Course Lunch Set Menu at Cary Arms & Spa

Monday, September 9, 2019

Cary Arms & Spa “The 1950” 2 Course Set Menu

This Autumn enjoy some delicious seasonal seaside cuisine & a cosy atmosphere at the stunning Inn on the Beach.

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Pubs for Sunday lunch in Devon: 12 places you should try

Monday, September 9, 2019 Fred Humphries

The Sunday lunch is an enduring British institution that's incredibly important to get right. We've chosen 12 places in Devon that will guarantee sublime stuffing, mouth-watering meats and Yorkshire pudding perfection.

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