Plans for two brand new South West hubs have been revealed by leading logistics network, Pall-Ex Group , as it earmarks an £8 million investment for strengthening its services across the region.
The South West peninsula, often known as the ‘final frontier’, has historically been one of the most challenging delivery locations in the UK due to its landscape. In spite of that, the region has been dubbed a ‘logistics hot spot’ , with brands like Pall-Ex continuing to see year-on-year growth .
Now, businesses throughout the region will soon benefit from the launch of two new...
Devon County Show is delighted to announce that Farmer Will Young—sheep farmer, content creator and former Love Island contestant—will be joining visitors at the Show on the final day of this year’s show, Saturday 23 May.
He will be at the Show in the morning, giving fans, families and young farmers the chance to meet one of the most recognisable advocates for modern, positive, accessible farming.
Championing farming for the next generation
Will, known for his engaging video content, his habit of chatting to his sheep and alpacas, and his enthusiasm for rural...
Across the UK, hundreds of foster carers open their homes to provide love, stability, and care to children and young people in need. But many more foster carers are urgently needed to ensure every child can be matched with the right home for their individual needs.
In Devon, we have 271 approved foster homes but 810 children in need of care. Many children are placed with families outside the county, away from their communities, or in care homes so we need to find more loving homes within Devon.
We are seeing more people come forward this year, with more than 30 potential...
As thousands of runners prepare to take on the Great West Run on May 24th, a local startup is ensuring they don’t spend the next week in pain.
Race Home , a specialist running and recovery brand founded in Exeter, has partnered with the Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel to launch a high-tech "Recovery Pod." The pop-up sanctuary will offer "Pulsio Pro" compression technology—usually reserved for elite athletes—to local charity runners and club athletes alike.
"Most runners put months of training into the race, but have no plan for the 48 hours after," says Tim Flint founder...
The Devon County Show is delighted to announce that acclaimed actor and countryside advocate Martin Clunes will officially open the Heavy Horse Festival, in association with WHISTLEFISH, at 10am on Thursday 21st May .
A lifelong champion of Britain’s native heavy horse breeds, Martin Clunes is not only a familiar face on screen but also a dedicated heavy horse owner. His own collection of gentle giants has shaped a deep personal commitment to preserving these iconic breeds, many of which are now considered by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust to be at risk.
Devon & Cornwall Police marked the dedication and commitment of its officers, staff and Special Constables at a Long Service and Good Conduct Awards ceremony held at the China Fleet Club in Plymouth.
The celebration took place on Wednesday 29 April and recognised the exceptional service of those who have given many years of commitment to policing communities across the force area.
During the afternoon ceremony, police officers and police staff received awards acknowledging their long service and exemplary conduct throughout their careers. The event highlighted their...
An exclusive second stage is being added to Devon’s biggest music event this summer – with a host of extra artists joining the line-up.
TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham takes place across the weekend Thursday June 25 to Sunday June 28 with headline shows from Teddy Swims , Alanis Morissette and Lewis Capaldi.
And now additional artists will take to the festival’s all-new Castle Green Stage , performing from 2.30pm each day as gates open as well as after each headline artist.
Live music fans will enjoy the Castle Green Stage before and after the Main Stage acts...
Devon County Show will welcome a truly remarkable guest on Thursday 21 May, as 94‑year‑old Malcolm Batten from Saltash returns to the showground for what promises to be a very special visit in his honour.
As Malcolm recalls, he first came to the show when he was aged around eight, having been evacuated to a farm in Moretonhampstead during the Second World War. But even though the year of that first visit remains sketchy, what is firmly etched in his memory with extraordinary clarity is the day itself ‘I just remember being entranced by everything, the towering shire horses, the...
Parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are being urged to engage with the Government’s ongoing consultation on proposed reforms, before changes that could significantly weaken their rights are introduced.
Amicus Law Associate Solicitor Rebecca Roberts, who specialises in education law, is calling on families across the South West to make their voices heard before the consultation closes.
Rebecca, warns: "The proposals outlined in the Government’s recent SEND reform white paper represent a significant and concerning shift in how support...
Companies progressing technology and innovation across the South West of England are being put on alert as the Tech South West Awards 2026 officially opens for entries.
From trailblazing startups and game‑changing scaleups to inspiring leaders and teams driving global change, the awards shine a spotlight on those redefining what’s possible, tackling real‑world challenges and putting the South West firmly on the innovation map.
Following a standout event at Sandy Park, in Exeter last year, with more than 300 attendees and a packed room of innovators, this year’s awards...
