Things to do in Devon, events & lifestyle

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Out & About

24 of the funniest street and place names in Devon

Yesterday, 10:09 Fred Humphries

On social media we asked Devon Life's readers and followers to name our county's funniest, rudest, crudest and most unusual place or street names. Here are 24 of the crackers you came back to us with

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6 top places for diving, crabbing and rockpooling in Devon

Yesterday, 10:01

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Devon is as beautiful underwater as it is above. Chrissy Harris highlights the best places to discover our county's hidden depths… Here are 6 great places for crabbing, rockpooling and diving

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Devon's best walks: An Exmoor circular in the footsteps of the Doone clan

Tuesday, July 9, 2019

SIMONE STANBROOK-BYRNE follows in the footsteps of Exmoor's legendary lovers and the notorious Doone clan

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Secret beaches in North Devon: 8 amazing secluded spots

Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Away from the hustle of places like Woolacombe and Ilfracombe, North Devon is peppered with tiny coves, empty beaches and wooded walks leading to secluded bays that feel a million miles away from the tourist trail. BECKY DICKINSON reveals her pick of the best kept secrets on the North Devon coast

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Devon's best walks: A countryside circular around Clyst Hydon

Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Cottage flowers adorn the path to Clyst Hydons church

Exploring pastoral countryside, villages and inns in the east of the county, with SIMONE STANBROOK-BYRNE

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People

Onboard the new boat helping to protect the Exe Estuary

Thursday, July 11, 2019

The Exe Estuary is a nationally and internationally important site for wildlife but is also well used by locals and visitors

A new patrol boat is making waves on the Exe Estuary, helping to protect wildlife and waters users. CHRISSY HARRIS went to find out more

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What on earth is Crolf? And why is the sport so popular in Devon?

Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Crolf is a cross between croquet and golf

What started out as a bit of family fun in the garden has become a major sporting tournament with a mass following. CHRISSY HARRIS discovers the joys of Crolf

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Meet Devon's next generation of beach lifeguards

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Surf Life Saving club members follow a programme of water and lifesaving skills, developing rescue techniques alongside essential life skills

BECKY DICKINSON goes between the red and yellow flags to watch Devon's up and coming beach lifeguards in action

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Food & Drink

Win WIN a hamper of picnic goodies from Devon

Thursday, July 11, 2019

Cheers to a bottle of Salcombe Brewery’s Pale Ale

Devon has all the ingredients for a perfect picnic: stunning views and a mouth-watering range of local produce to pack in your hamper, as CHRISSY HARRIS discovers

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Nominate your favourite dog-friendly pub in Devon and win prizes worth £1000

Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Pub-goers with dogs enjoy their visit even more if their canine companions are made welcome

New awards launched in the South West aim to recognise the region's most dog-friendly pubs

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16 great coastal cafes to try in North Devon

Tuesday, June 25, 2019 Fred Humphries

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After a long day on North Devon's coast, a coffee, sandwich or a cream tea will be much needed to refuel. Here are 16 of the best coastal cafes in North Devon

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Ad Feature The Devon Street Food Festival returning to Ilfracombe this August

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Exciting news for lovers of street food: between the 2nd - 4th August, Street Food Warehouse will roll into Victoria Pleasure Grounds, Ilfracombe for the fourth year of Devon Street Food Festival

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