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  • Richard Hockley and Steff Dennis at one of the Topsham turf fields. Image: Sue Cade.

    A lawn prize: grass that’s rooting for you!

    Devon company seeks community groups who’re looking for… turf! Yep, you read our headline correctly! If you’re a community group that’s based within 20 miles...3 min

  • ‘The pan-regional approach offers significant opportunities for Wiltshire, particularly in attracting investment and driving sustainable growth,’ says Cllr. Ian Thorn, Leader of Wiltshire Council. The image shows the view of Salisbury Cathedral from the River Avon in Wiltshire. Photography: Penny Hicks, Shutterstock.

    Wiltshire joins regional business powerhouse

    Driving ‘sustainable growth, innovation and investment’ Wiltshire is the latest area to join the Great South West Partnership. Business leaders say the council’s membership is...3 min

  • A view of the Palm House from across the pond (Summer, 2023). Image: Ines Stuart-Davidson © Board of Trustees, RBG Kew.

    £60 million renovation project at Kew Gardens

    ‘A beacon of what sustainable heritage can achieve’ Two key London landmarks are set to undergo a multi-million pound renovation which aims to ‘create the...4 min

  • ‘If you do one thing for nature this year, get out for the Count this summer!' says Dr Richard Fox, Head of Science at Butterfly Conservation. Image provided by Butterfly Conservation.

    ‘Turn curiosity into conservation’

    Big Butterfly Count 2025 launched The country’s leading charity for butterfly conservation is today launching its annual campaign to encourage people to put aside time...3 min

  • ‘We're really leading the way in creating and recovering urban nature,’ says Birmingham City Council's Cllr. Majid Mahmood. Image: Pajor Pawel / Shutterstock.

    Bringing nature closer to millions

    Ten year multi million pound scheme to create accessible green spaces Bringing nature to towns and cities across the UK is the key goal of...7 min

  • Image: Penzance Dry Dock.

    Penzance: Celebrating the regeneration

    More than £5 million raised for the dry dock An overhaul of the dry dock gates, a new pumping system, two assembly bays and new...2 min

  • Protecting the environment: Cumbernauld Living Landscape litter pick. Image: © Laura Healy Smith (provided by The National Lottery Heritage Fund).

    Green spaces to benefit from lottery money

    ‘Connections to the past can offer joy and wellbeing’ More than £20 million is being invested into projects ‘championing access to green spaces on the...9 min

  • From left to right: Calum McGowan (Castlefield Forum), Helene Rossiter (National Highways), Jane Black (Castlefeild Forum), Cllr Bev Craig (Manchester City Council), Mike Innerdale (National Trust). Image: © Paul Harris / National Trust Images.

    ‘Greening the gap’

    Multi-million pound funding for Castlefield Viaduct ‘sky park’ Fans of The RHS Chelsea Flower Show may recall the gold medal winning WaterAid Garden from last...8 min

  • 'Wipeout' offers an ‘unforgettable, fun-filled experience for the whole family.’ Image: Dan Martin (provided by Katie Wild Content).

    What’s On West: Aerial adventure!

    Perfect entertainment for families and the summer holidays Local dance companies Off the Wall and Cscape are highlighting their skills and talents in producing the...2 min

  • The state of the art AW169 helicopters will 'help us save many more lives for years to come,’ says Adam Smith, Unit Chief Pilot. Image: Andy Holter Photography (provided by CAA).

    Cornwall’s second air ambulance arrives!

    Aircraft medical fit completed The air crew, fundraisers, paramedics and all the team at Cornwall Air Ambulance are celebrating following the arrival of the second...2 min

  • Last year’s conference brought together more than 500 delegates, including Ministers, investors and business leaders. Image provided by Program.

    Focusing on delivery

    SW business conference’s focus on growth Organisers for one of the south west’s flagship business conference events explains its focus is on how the region...2 min

  • ‘This is a historic moment for the return of a native animal,' says Tracey Hamston from Devon Wildlife Trust. Image: Mark Hamblin, 2020 Vision.

    Pine marten project celebrates new arrivals

    First glimpses of kits caught on camera in pioneering Dartmoor project  Conservationists are celebrating the first births of pine martens following the start of a...6 min

  • An inspiring place to paint. French artist Auguste Renoir’s farmhouse in the Parc des Collettes in Cagnes-sur-Mer, near Nice and Antibes, on the French Riviera. Image: EQRoy / Shutterstock.

    First UK exhibition for a key work by Renoir

    More than 50 Renoir works scheduled for National Gallery display The National Gallery will be staging a major exhibition of paintings by French Impressionist, Pierre-Auguste...2 min

  • ‘A strong, unified voice across the region’s manufacturing sector is essential.' Image: Pixel B / Shutterstock.

    A bright spark for the future

    ‘Promoting the South West as a world-class hub for manufacturing’ Regional business leaders are setting out their position with the aim of ensuring the south...6 min

  • An Arctic Tern at Long Nanny. Image: © Rachel Bigsby / National Trust Images.

    A downturn in fortunes

    Long Nanny terns face mounting pressure A significant breeding site for some of the UK’s rarest seabirds, including the Arctic tern, is seeing the number...5 min

  • Bristol Zoological Society conservation team members join teams in the field in the Philippines. Image provided by Bristol Zoological Society.

    Bristol charity scoops top gongs

    Global conservation work wins national praise Conservation and education charity Bristol Zoological Society is celebrating following its win of five industry awards for its work...4 min

  • Left to Right: Union Glass’s Jordan Graveson (Sales Manager), Nigel Brown (Operations Director), Steve Sneap (Glazing Manager), and Terri Hollins (Office Manager).

    ‘Growing with purpose’

    Fusing the strength of glass companies One of the region’s most respected names in bespoke interior glass design is being acquired by a leading force...3 min

  • ‘I’m delighted the show is continuing into 2026,' says Derren Brown. Image: Pamela Raith Photography (provided by TRP).

    Prepare to be astonished…

    Derren Brown’s Only Human coming to Theatre Royal Plymouth It’ll be Derren Brown’s 11th show. Only Human follows the success of Showman, Something Wicked This...1 min

  • Heath Fritillary butterflies on cotton grass at Holnicote Estate, Somerset. Image: © Matthew Oates / National Trust Images.

    Resurgence of rare butterfly

    Once on the brink: Exmoor sees increasing numbers One of the UK’s rarest butterflies, the heath fritillary, is seeing a significant rise in numbers and...4 min

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