This summer, Brixham’s Fish Market will come alive with flavour and festivity as the South West Sardine Festival arrives on Sunday 03 August 2025, bringing a vibrant new celebration to the heart of one of Britain’s most historic fishing towns.
Free to attend and running from 12:00 to 21:30, the festival invites locals and visitors alike to experience a day inspired by coastal traditions, from the South West to the Mediterranean. At its heart is the British sardine - abundant, sustainable, and caught right here in the South West.
Exeter, July 2025 – Leading South West law firm Porter Dodson has reported record-breaking results, achieving £20.2 million in revenue, marking a 15.5% increase on the previous year. This growth has driven a 25.4% rise in net profit, while the firm retained its prestigious Gold Investors in People accreditation for a third consecutive time.
With offices in Exeter, Sherborne, Poundbury, Bridport, Wellington, Taunton, and Yeovil, the firm’s continued expansion has been bolstered by the opening of a new Southernhay office in Exeter, contributing to a rise in headcount and enhanced...
24 July 2025 – Exeter: A powerful and uplifting art exhibition titled ‘This City We Live In’ is now open to the public at CoLab Exeter, running from 24 July to 16 September 2025. The exhibition is free to visit Monday to Friday, 10am–1pm and 2pm–4pm, at Wat Tyler House, 3 King William Street, Exeter, EX4 6PD.
The exhibition features artwork created by people supported by local charities Julian House and CoLab through a creative group called CoLab Creativity. The group is funded by the Urban Learning Academy (ULA) via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
28 July 2025 – Devon: Devon & Cornwall Police are warning residents to stay vigilant following a phone scam involving fraudsters posing as police officers. In one case, an elderly Exmouth resident was conned out of £14,000.
Between 2 and 18 July, police received 12 reports from across the county, including Exeter, Exmouth, Sidbury, Plymouth, Bradnich and Heybrook Bay. Victims were contacted by scammers claiming to be police officers investigating fraud and were persuaded to withdraw large sums of money. A courier was then sent to collect the cash.
28 July 2025 – Bodmin, South West England: Devon & Cornwall Police joined forces with the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) in a one-day operation targeting uninsured drivers, coinciding with one of the busiest travel days of the year due to the school holiday rush.
The operation resulted in four vehicles being seized for no or inadequate insurance, and seven fixed penalty noticesissued. Officers also tackled a range of additional offences, including drug driving, no MOT, driving while disqualified, defective tyres, unrestrained children, insecure loads, and one recall to prison...
On 16th July staff and residents at Cumberland Grange care home in Exeter dusted off their dancing shoes for the launch of their new Dementia Disco initiative.
Knowing how much their residents love to dance, the activities team at Cumberland Grange care home came up with the genius idea of a dementia-friendly disco. The team invited along members of the local community and friends of the home to the first official dementia-friendly disco which went down an absolute storm.
Building on their success, the home has decided to make it a regular thing and will now be hosting...
Rugby teams across the UK are being given the exciting opportunity to win a brand-new Canterbury rugby kit for their squad, thanks to Howden Insurance’s #ShowUsYourTeamPride competition.
Open from 14th July to 4th August, this nationwide initiative is aimed at grassroots clubs of all sizes and age groups, offering the chance to kick off the new season in professional-quality gear.
To enter, clubs simply need to post a photo or video on social media that captures their team pride and spirit. Posts must tag @howdeninsurancelocaluk, include the hashtag #ShowUsYourTeamPride...
Food safety is important for protecting human health and wellbeing. Unfortunately, millions of people develop an illness annually because of food-associated risks, leading to hospitalization, and at worst, even to loss of life. But such tragedies can be prevented by adhering to strict food safety standards through the entire process, from sourcing to serving. This can help ensure that the food you handle is safe and nourishing for customers without putting their lives at risk.
Food safety statistics can be a great starting point in this regard, as they provide insight into...
Porter Dodson, the South West-based UK Top 200 law firm, has announced a record-breaking year of growth and achievement, increasing revenue to £20.2m, while retaining the highly prestigious Gold Investors In People accreditation for the third successive time.
Across its Exeter, Sherborne, Poundbury, Bridport, Wellington, Taunton, and Yeovil offices, the firm has seen year-on-year growth of 15.5%, leading to a 25.4% leap in net profit.
These impressive results round off a year in which the firm has achieved significant headcount increases, made possible in part by the...
Outdoor living spaces have become an essential feature of modern homes across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a cosy patio in a suburban garden or a stylish rooftop terrace in the city, decking plays a vital role in extending usable living space outdoors. In recent years, composite decking has emerged as a leading choice among homeowners, landscapers, and builders alike. Offering a perfect blend of aesthetic appeal, durability, and eco-friendliness, composite decking is transforming gardens and outdoor areas across the British Isles.
