First of The Sycamore Gap saplings are planted!
‘They’ll become a source of inspiration, a place to reflect, a home for nature’ The first of the 49 Sycamore Gap tree saplings are settling...4 min
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Battery waste warning following blaze
Coastal Recycling raising awareness of battery disposal risks The dangers of throwing batteries into your waste are being highlighted by a waste management team following...2 min
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The return of wildcats in the south west?
Aim to secure the future of UK’s most critically endangered mammal The south west could support the reintroduction of European wildcats after more than a...5 min
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Using nature to help tackle the threats of flooding
Three year partnership announced to focus on natural flood prevention A total of £600,000 is being invested in flood prevention work in three upland areas...7 min
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ShelterBox launches urgent Christmas fundraising appeal
‘My mother hugged me tightly to keep me safe.’ An international charity is today sharing the true stories of the people its teams help on...4 min
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Operation Rudolph: providing support over Christmas
Scone off: upcoming auction to raise funds for East Devon families in need Scrumptious scones and an amazing auction is set to raise funds to...4 min
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Timeless collection: 300 years of history set for auction
Collector dedicates lifetime to clock collection A lifetime interest in the precision of timekeeping lead to one Devon horologist clocking up such a vast collection...3 min
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Bristol Zoo Project: new home for the British Rainforest Garden
Award winning rainforest garden from Chelsea Flower Show takes root It’s the garden which captured the hearts of horticulturists everywhere. The rainforest garden won a...4 min
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Is it a ghost?
Paranormal encounters: English Heritage shares haunting tales from historic sites From whispers of ghostly piano music to figures fading into the mist, a spine-tingling array...5 min
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Halloween special: Dracula isn’t the only one out for blood!
Do you know your blood type? This Halloween, English Heritage is partnering with NHS Blood and Transplant to offer visitors the chance to discover something...4 min
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What’s On: Halloween (and beyond) in Scotland
Top five spook-tacular days out to enjoy in Edinburgh and Loch Ness With Halloween nearly upon us, we’ve put our thinking caps on and have...4 min
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Potholes: RAC called to 71 breakdowns a day
Figures show increase in pothole related problems in just one year The RAC is releasing figures showing the number of drivers falling foul of potholes...4 min
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‘Chilling reality to the other seemingly benign items’
New exhibition focuses on alleged crimes of Dr John Bodkin Adams Exhibits from one of the most disturbing criminal cases from the 1950s are now...2 min
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Long service celebrations for Cornish volunteers
‘They bring passion, enthusiasm and a range of experiences and skills’ Celebrating the successes of volunteers at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall (NMMC) is high...2 min
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‘Turf it Forward’ campaign helps Devon charity
‘Our turf will help patients and families enjoy the attractiveness and tranquillity of the garden’ It’s a campaign which saw entrants rooting to be chosen...2 min
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Wild Senses campaign: connecting with nature
‘You’ll be amazed at what you can find’ As the days grow shorter and colder, the National Trust is calling on the public to resist...4 min
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First nature reserve to record 10,000 species
Milestone for Cambridgeshire’s Wicken Fen It’s believed to be the first UK nature reserve to record 10,000 species within its perimeter and even boasts a...8 min
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‘Brownfield’ sites identified for 15,000+ Devon homes
Environmental charity says findings could ease pressure on countryside New research finds so-called ‘brownfield’ sites could provide space for more than 76,000 homes across the...2 min
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Airport’s £1.5 million for public transport
Sustainability at heart of plans at London Luton Airport It’s good news for air travellers and commuters at one of the country’s leading airports as...2 min
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British yesteryear in a Roman City
Excavation uncovers past secrets of everyday life Experts say they’re gaining ‘remarkable insights’ into the day to day lives of people who lived on the...6 min
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Jack the Ripper: The Sussex connection?
New exhibition presents evidence on key police suspect They were the crimes that shocked a nation. The reporting of Jack the Ripper’s murders saw the...2 min
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What’s On Scotland: Halloween Special
Venturing below the Royal Mile… if you dare! It’s spooky credentials are world renowned. Cast within the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, the city of Edinburgh...3 min
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The sky’s the limit: Himalayan fundraising venture
Mountain challenge to raise funds for Devon charity An ambitious fundraiser for an Exminster charity is starting this weekend. And when we say ambitious, we...3 min
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What’s On West: Titanic exhibition coming to Exeter
First time for south west: an exploration of legacy It was a key moment of twentieth century history. The sinking of Titanic. An event which...2 min