Devon Explorer in Scottish sea challenge
Sea kayaking voyage to record seabird species A Devon filmmaker and expedition leader is embarking upon his most ambitious project – attempting to capture the...3 min
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Historic ceiling undergoes major conservation work
First cleaning in 400 years for Lanhydroch’s long gallery One of the country’s most important historical ceilings is undergoing significant restoration work for the first...4 min
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Sycamore Gap Tree: seeds are ‘springing to life’
News follows extraordinary response to its felling Conservationists say seeds from the felled Sycamore Gap tree are beginning to ‘spring into life.’ The act of...4 min
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‘Vape use and anxiety symptoms’ link found in university study
Researchers say the habit may affect the mental health of young people Vape use significantly impacts the sleep quality and anxiety levels of young adults,...2 min
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Life changing role of 250 year old canal network
Report shows UK canals help make a positive impact on society The economic and health benefits of providing the nation with vital ‘blue spaces’ are...3 min
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What’s On: Pendennis Castle’s Easter Egg Hunt
English Heritage provides a trail to reveal history to families How would you like to take part in a quest to find treasure? Well, maybe...2 min
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15,500 people calling for national brain tumour strategy
Open letter attracts widespread support within one week More than 15,500 people have signed The Brain Tumour Charity’s Open Letter call for a National Brain...3 min
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Chopper’s conservation work on Cornish coastline
Crucial material airlifted to English Heritage’s Tintagel Castle site Visitors to Tintagel Castle may get to enjoy the walk from the car park to the...2 min
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Inner Farne to re-open for first time in two years
Islands to continue to be monitored for ‘bird flu’ Visitors are scheduled to return to the Inner Farne for the first time in two years...3 min
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‘Complex disposal operation’ for Plymouth WW2 bomb
Major evacuation follows discovery of WW2 munition More than 100 personnel from the British Army and Royal Navy were involved in a ‘complex operation’ to...3 min
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Blue light festival ‘Helifest’ comes to new venue for 2024
Celebrating Cornwall’s emergency services Organisers today announced a revamped Helifest, the popular one-day blue light festival brought to you by Cornwall Air Ambulance. The fun-filled...2 min
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Kindness cards launched by Secrets from a Coach podcast team
Event to mark the start of Kindness Week To celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week, the Secrets from a Coach podcast is launching a series...2 min
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‘Alternative Triathlon’ returning to Siblyback Lake for 2024
Cornwall Air Ambulance event raising funds for second helicopter Are you ready for the Cornwall Air Ambulance Alternative Triathlon? The team today announced its swim,...2 min
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ShelterBox launches urgent appeal for Gaza
Charity confirms support for displaced people People affected by the conflict in Gaza are set to receive support from the Cornish based international charity, ShelterBox....3 min
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40% would still drive ‘regardless of how much snow is on the roads’
RAC survey comes as warnings for snow and ice remain in place Nearly 40% of motorists would still get behind the wheel regardless of the...3 min
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Time outdoors secures love in Scotland
Survey finds a love of the great outdoors is the key to finding true love With Valentine’s Day nearly upon us, a new survey has...5 min
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‘Temperate rainforest’ revival for south west of England
The National Trust to plant 100,000 trees in North Devon A national charity is setting a goal to plant more than 100,000 trees this season...5 min
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What’s On West: Full day fun for half term week
English Heritage announce What’s On fun in Cornwall Three English Heritage sites in Cornwall are ready to welcome families between the 10th and 18th February...2 min
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Air Ambulance sees 10% rise in missions in 2023
More than 1160 rescue flights in 12 months for Cornwall team Cornwall Air Ambulance has seen a 10% rise in mission numbers over the last...2 min
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Charity embraces heat pumps to help improve climate
National Trust says move will save 30,000 litres of oil a year One of the most opulent country houses in the south of England has...4 min
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Volunteers needed to help protect environment
Teams sought to help protect canals and waterways An appeal is being made for volunteers to come forward to help care for the nation’s historic...3 min
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100th anniversary for The Shipping Forecast
Milestone for maritime tradition The Shipping Forecast is seen as quintessentially British. It is a worldwide symbol of our status as a seafaring country. For...3 min
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Headlight glare: RAC calls for action
Majority of survey respondents say lights are too bright A motoring organisation wants action on headlight glare as an astounding eight out of 10 surveyed...4 min
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Millions worldwide set to track Santa’s Christmas journey
NORAD’s Santa Tracker: one of Christmas’ most modern traditions With The Big Day nearly upon us, all eyes are set to turn skywards to watch...3 min