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Exmouth RNLI called to rescue missing 12 year old swimmer

Exmouth RNLI volunteer crew launched this afternoon to rescue a 12 year old missing whilst swimming off the coastline between Orcombe Point and Sandy Bay.

At 4.46pm today Tuesday 10 August 2021 the crew of Exmouth RNLI Inshore Lifeboat D-805 George Bearman II were tasked by H.M. Coastguard to attend a report of a 12 year old boy who had gone missing whilst out swimming from Sandy Bay.

The charity’s lifeboat launched at 4.55pm, crewed by Helm, Guy Munnings and volunteer crew Sarah Pennicard and James Edge who quickly made their way to the last known position of the young man...

Council suggests Pinhoe moves into proposed new parliamentary constituency with Exmouth

Exeter councillors have recommended that Pinhoe be moved into a proposed new parliamentary constituency with Exmouth.

It follows proposals for a shake-up of England’s electoral map for general elections from 2023. The South West has been allocated an extra three seats, including one in Devon that also strays into parts of Somerset.

Under the Boundary Commission’s plan, which aims to make parliament fairer by giving each MP roughly a similar number of voters, a new Exmouth constituency would be created. Councillors at Wednesday night’s full council meeting proposed the...

Exmouth RNLI called to rescue person taken ill on broken down rib

Exmouth RNLI volunteer crew launched this afternoon to rescue an individual who had broken down on a rib off the coast of Exmouth.

At 4.26pm today Saturday 17 July 2021 the crew of Exmouth RNLI Inshore Lifeboat D-805 George Bearman II were tasked by H.M. Coastguard to attend a report of a lone individual in distress on board a rib with engine failure drifting of the coast of Exmouth at Littleham Cove. The occupant of the boat had made several unsuccessful attempts to restart his engine for some time.

The RNLI Inshore Lifeboat launched at 4.40pm, crewed by Helm, Roy Stott...

Exmouth RNLI called to two people stranded by the tide

At 6:17pm today Saturday 10 July 2021 Exmouth RNLI Inshore Lifeboat D-805 George Bearman II were tasked by H.M. Coastguard to attend to two individuals and a dog who had become trapped by the tide between Orcombe Point and Sandy Bay, Exmouth.

The RNLI Inshore Lifeboat launched at 6.29pm, crewed by Helm, Roy Stott and volunteer crew James Searle and Ed Thomas and quickly made their way to the scene. They made contact with the casualties and took them on board the lifeboat.

The lifeboat returned to Exmouth where the casualties were safely put ashore at 6.45pm. None suffered...

Staffing crisis for hospitality - Mickeys Beach Bar & Restaurant to close 2 days a week temporarily

Brand new Exmouth foodie destination, Mickeys Beach Bar & Restaurant, will be open 5 days rather than 7 at the start of July temporarily to maintain the highest standards of operation within the restaurant, whilst ensuring staff are well looked after. The restaurant will be closed on two Mondays and Tuesdays in July (Monday 5th & Tuesday 6th and Monday 12th & Tuesday 13th July), further dates will be reviewed there-after.

The Mickeys Beach team will be contacting all those booked in for these dates to inform customers of the closure and staff will rebook all...

Exmouth RNLI search for missing Paddle boarder

At 6:29pm today Sunday 4 July 2021 both Exmouth RNLI Lifeboats were tasked by H.M. Coastguard to search for a missing paddleboarder between Straight Point to east of Budleigh Salterton.

Exmouth RNLI Inshore Lifeboat D-805 George Bearman II launched at 6.37pm, crewed by Harry Griffin, Henry Mock, Ed Thomas and Mark Cockman. The lifesavers commenced a detailed shoreline search from Straight Point to east of Budleigh Salterton.

Exmouth RNLI All Weather Lifeboat 13-03 R & J Welburn launched at 6.50pm commanded by Second Coxswain Scott Ranft and crew Roger Moore, David...

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Crowds line the route for ‘the Grandfather of Exmouth RNLI Lifeboat Station’

Exmouth RNLI Staff, Crew, volunteers and many friends paid their respects today to a popular and long serving volunteer on the day of his funeral.

Volunteers and crew members from Exmouth RNLI past and present, RNLI Staff together with many friends and acquaintances attended Exmouth Lifeboat Station in Queens Drive, Exmouth today Friday 2nd July 2021 to pay their respects to Don Hodgkinson, a long serving and well respected RNLI volunteer who died on 12 June after a short illness.

Don started his 24 years of volunteering as Box Secretary at the Exmouth RNLI Lifeboat Station...

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Fairline Yachts appoints new dealer for the South West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/21/2021 - 5:34pm

Luxury British boatbuilder, Fairline Yachts, announces the appointment of Seawood Yachts as its newest addition to the dealer network, covering the South West of England region including Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. Seawood Yachts will be known as Fairline Southwest.

Seawood Yachts is owned and managed by John Wood and Gary Ruffell, who were directors of Fairline Andalucia between 2003 and 2009. Operating from Exmouth and Torquay Marinas, Seawood Yachts offers a range of marine services including new boat sales and brokerage, yacht management and maintenance, and a chandlery....

Exmouth and Exeter launch a Wave of Hope to send a message to G7 world leader

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/16/2021 - 2:23pm

As Cornwall hosted the G7 summit of world leaders, waves of hope have been appearing across Cornwall and Devon and Christian Aid supporters from Exmouth and Exeter have now joined in. Exmouth & Lympstone Christian Aid Group and South Street Baptist Church, Exeter, both launched their waves, formed from hands made by church members.

Over the last few weeks Christian Aid supporters across Cornwall and Devon have asked their local churches and schools to join the ‘ Wave of Hope ’, by drawing, tracing, printing or painting a hand and making a display in their home, school or...

Mickeys Beach Bar and Restaurant is now open

Mickeys Beach Bar and Restaurant is now open

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 05/18/2021 - 11:39pm
The highly anticipated casual bar and restaurant from Chef Owner Michael Caines has opened on Exmouth’s Sideshore

Michael Caines’ much-anticipated new casual hospitality concept – Mickeys Beach Bar and Restaurant – has officially opened on Exmouth beach. With stunning panoramic views across the Devon coastline and up through the Exe estuary, it has beachside seating and welcomes families, couples and passers-by alike. Mickeys is set to be the destination for indoor and outdoor dining in the South West this summer. A landmark opening for Michael – Chef Owner of Michelin starred Lympstone...

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