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Open once again
Garden visits as part of the National Gardens Scheme have been on hold, but some Devon gardens have tentatively been reopening and raising much needed funds for charity, discovers CATHERINE COURTENAY
Mosaic of life
Exeter’s grande dame of mosaic art Elaine M Goodwin reflects on a 50 year career and the work that has made her an icon
Offshore investment
Hotels don’t come much more iconic than Burgh Island, the infamous Art Deco retreat visited by many well-known figures of the 20th Century. CHRISSY HARRIS talks to the new owner to find out what today’s guests can expect
Moo-ving on up!
Most of us are unaware of where our daily milk comes from. ANNE BRUNNER-ELLIS visits an enterprising dairy in South Devon and tastes milk as it should be
On the rise
The North Devon harbour town of Ilfracombe is on the crest of a wave with exciting plans on the horizon, writes CATHERINE COURTENAY
Curtain up again...
The Flavel Arts Centre in Dartmouth is planning to re-open on 1 September, despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, writes LINDSAY ELLWOOD
Going with the flow...
Residents reveal the ebb and flow of life on Aveton Gifford’s tidal road to BRADLEY GERRARD, alongside its deep history and fantastic wildlife
Blowing the whistle on sexism
JUDI SPIERS talks to Julie Knight, the only female football referee in the Devon and Exeter Men’s League
Animal magic
A Devon wildlife park tells SALLY LEARMOUTH how the kindness of strangers helped them survive lockdown without any income to feed their 500 animals
Feeding The Frontline Heroes
Coronavirus forced him to leave his dream job in London, but chef Richard Henderson has commandeered a Plymouth kitchen to make meals for the city’s paramedics, discovers Catherine Courtenay
All Aboard For Great Fun
In Devon you are never more than 50 miles from the coast or there are plenty of rivers to discover. Su Carroll explores opportunities to take to the water
Our special spots...
We all have one – a favourite spot where we go to lose the crowds and escape from it all for a while. CHRISSY HARRIS asked some Devon residents to name their go-to happy places
Just the ticket for family fun
Our top attractions need your support now more than ever. CHRISSY HARRIS talks to some loyal season ticket holders about why they can’t wait to visit their favourite hang-outs again
History on our doorstep
From hillforts and castles to military fortresses and abandoned medieval villages, Devon has a treasure trove of historic sites and nothing beats visiting them in person, says CATHERINE COURTENAY
County champions
Devon is a natural beauty but it doesn’t hurt to use a few reinforcements now and then. CHRISSY HARRIS talks to two tour guides about why they just love showing off our county
Amazing artefacts!
Devon has a brand new museum – The Box in Plymouth – alongside some excellent established venues in the county such as Exeter’s RAMM. SU CARROLL goes on the trail of some of the county’s less well-known museums…
The art of walking
Perhaps more associated with photography, the South West Coast Path offers unique artistic inspiration to poets, painters, potters and more
The art thief
Classic artworks get an update in a new exhibition of work exploring the images through photography
A rich history
Devon boasts some of the most significant archaeological sites in the world. SU CARROLL goes back in time…
Standing up for locals
Paddleboarding, stunning views and great coffee – wesup Torquay has it all. CHRISSY HARRIS went to meet the owners of this popular new harbour-side hangout
Pulling together
Writer EMMA PEARCY discovers how the community of Moretonhampstead rose to the many challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic
Discovering the Teign valley
Idyllic villages, a spectacular waterfall, riverside walks and a nature reserve –just some of the places to enjoy along the beautiful Teign Valley
Moo-ving the business online!
As Surfing Cow Ice Cream rides out the coronavirus wave, loyal customers are keeping the team rolling
Missing friends in lockdown
These are not easy times for any of us at the moment and I very much hope that, as you read this, hotels will be opening and life will be starting to return to what we will now think of as our new normal.
Generations of compassion and care
We all want to do our bit for the planet but sometimes it feels a bit overwhelming. In her new series for 2020, KATE HASKELL talks to people and businesses doing their best to make it easier to live The Green Life. This month: Mary Quicke, MBE, of Quicke’s Cheese
Locked down in Beer
The East Devon village of Beer has pulled together during the lockdown
Here comes the bespoke look for the bride
Designer and maker Jane Radford, of Jane Elizabeth’s Beautiful Bridal Accessories tells AMELIA THURSTON about her hobby becoming a passion and transforming into an exciting business
Brixham's beautiful boat
The Golden Hind is a famous Brixham landmark and borderline heirloom to JOE READ, who explores its ongoing part in the town’s tourism industry
A lifeline for our farmers
A charity which supports farmers and their families is marking a special anniversary this year
Wear it well
We all want to do our bit for the planet but sometimes it feels a bit overwhelming. In her series throughout 2020, KATE HASKELL talks to people and businesses doing their best to make it easier to live The Green Life. This month: Sancho’s of Exeter