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Meldon Wildlife Festival - 20 August 2024
The family-friendly Meldon Wildlife Festival (http://www.dartmoor.gov.uk/me
Two Devon Attractions up for National Theme Park Awards
Two of Devon's top attractions have received multiple nominations in various categories in the prestigious UK Theme Park Awards 2024.
Ancient Dartmoor Double Stone Row Restored
Two key stones in one of Dartmoor’s most enigmatic monuments have been restored to their original upright position.
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85 Photos from Woofstock Dog Festival
Attending Woofstock at Powderham Castle in Devon today was an absolute delight. As a dog lover, the sight of countless breeds, each more charming than the last, was heartwarming.
English Riviera Airshow Update
For the first time in the Airshow’s history, there will be a special opening night on the Friday before the event (31 May 2024). Members of the public are invited to Paignton Green from 6pm to 10pm where they can kick off the weekend and enjoy a great line-up of live music headlined by The Barefoot Bandits. As with the rest of the Airshow, the opening night is free to attend and there will be plenty of food and drink stands to choose from.
First Look at the Dawlish Warren Big Wheel
After six years since its initial proposal, the long awaited Big Wheel at Dawlish Warren has finally been installed. Standing at 34 meters tall, the observation wheel will grace the grassy expanse of Beach Walk, owned by the Teignbridge District Council. The grand wheel stands next to the popular "Funder Park" amusement park, with a plethora of other thrilling rides and attractions.
Tell Us About Your Event
Are you an event organizer looking to showcase your exciting happenings in Devon in 2024? Look no further! The Visit Devon website offers a curated "What's On" calendar providing a platform to amplify your event's reach and impact.
Plymouth Armada Way Revamp One Step Closer
Recommendations from a Plymouth cross-party scrutiny committee, which include; new bins for recycling, tree naming plaques translated into Braille and opportunities for community engagement within the delivery of the project, were presented to Cabinet on 5 February 2024.