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  • Artist Kath Hadden judging entries for the 2025 Devon CPRE Young Artist of the Year competition.

    ‘The works submitted are wonderfully varied’

    Future top artists work singled out for praise Six young Devon artists, including two twelve-year-olds from Pilton Community College in Barnstaple, have successfully demonstrated their...5 min

  • Participants completing a section drawing with the help of a National Trust archaeologist, Janine Young. Image: Jayne Gough, National Trust.

    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

  • Winners from Tech South West's 2024 Awards. Image: GRW Photography.

    Countdown begins for Tech South West awards!

    Shortlist unveiled: 300 entries across 25 categories The Tech South West Awards 2025 shortlists is today being revealed with an array of categories and entrants...4 min

  • ‘We’ve managed to get hold of some truly intriguing exhibits from the Victorian period,' says Hastings’ True Crime Museum's Joel Griggs. Image: Stocker Plus / Shutterstock.

    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

  • The evenings leading up to Halloween will see The Real Mary King’s Close team hosting two immersive experiences, Lantern Led Tours and True Crime Tours.

    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

  • Portrait photographer Charlie Flounders. Image: Matt Round.

    Everyday Bravery: powerful stories of resilience

    Second year for Exeter campaign to recognise courage Dozens of people make up a series of striking portraits telling powerful stories of resilience, strength and...3 min

  • ‘Our inaugural Health Tech Funding Summit builds on the world-class health tech innovation happening in Plymouth and across the wider region,’ says Dave Hockton, CEO of Plymouth Science Park. Image: Program.

    South West’s first health tech summit

    Landmark event held at Plymouth Science Park New innovations in healthcare were at the top of the agenda at the recent Health Tech Summit which...2 min

  • The Wishfish team (from left to right): Melanie Yea, Lindsey Thompson-Wright, Gail Timmins, Laura Thomson Staveley, Debbie Green and Karl Green.

    Celebrating 20 years of helping people thrive!

    Supporting companies across the UK, Europe and the USA An award winning coaching company is today celebrating 20 years of delivering personal and team coaching...2 min

  • 'It’s a positive sign that nature can be restored. Our woodlands and their wildlife will benefit from their presence,’ says Devon Wildlife Trust’s Tracey Hamston. Image: Image: Holly Grogan / Shutterstock.

    Official return of native species

    Landmark nature recovery project A pioneering nature recovery project has reintroduced 19 pine martens to Exmoor National Park — marking the official return of a...7 min

  • Exeter Philharmonic Choir's summer concert 2025. Image: Martin Stubbings (provided by IF Media).

    Choir’s weather themed world premiere

    The Weather Book: ambitious new choral work Music lovers can look forward to a real treat this November as Exeter Philharmonic Choir beings the season...5 min

  • ‘I'm absolutely thrilled to be playing the iconic role of Elle Woods in ROYO and Curve's new production of Legally Blonde,’ says Amber Davies. Image provided by TRP.

    Legally Blonde the Musical: coming to TRP

    Hit show starts UK tour at Leicester’s Curve Theatre in 2026 Fans of Amber Davies are sure to be thrilled to hear that she’s starring...3 min

  • Pumpkins at Sissinghurst are being harvested earlier than normal. Image: Olivia Mundin-Steed / National Trust Images.

    Bumper crop of pumpkins!

    Good news for Halloween fans as NT says 2025 is a good year for fruit harvest Despite a record breaking summer of heat, this year...8 min

  • Visitors at The Sycamore Gap Tree before its illegal felling. Photography: John Millar / National Trust Images.

    Sycamore Gap Tree: a legacy

    National Trust announces creative commission to connect with nature Two years on from the illegal felling of the Sycamore Gap tree, the National Trust is...3 min

  • The sculpture of Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert, on display in Windsor Castle. Image: © Royal Collection Enterprises Ltd 2025: Royal Collection Trust.

    Prince Albert’s sculpturer revealed

    Bust seen by more than one million people a year A sculpture of Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert, on display in Windsor Castle for the...5 min

  • Beyond Van Gogh at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool. Image: Andrew Teebay (provided by Bill Elms Associates).

    What’s On West: Beyond Van Gogh…

    Immersive experience set to shortly arrive in Exeter If you haven’t discovered the magical feeling of watching a masterpiece come to life around you then...3 min

  • Featuring more than 180 objects, 'Beyond Burma' is the first national museum exhibition to be held in the 21st Century on the Burma Campaign. Image provided by the National Army Museum.

    ‘Beyond Burma: Forgotten Armies’

    National Army Museum: Marking 80th anniversary of VJ Day The National Army Museum’s recently unveiled a special exhibition exploring the multinational military force that fought...6 min

  • The night-time beauty of The National Gallery, and Trafalgar Square, during the winter months. Image: Alexey Fedorenko / Shutterstock.

    ‘A New Tomorrow’ for The National Gallery

    Groundbreaking £375 million investment for new wing    Supporters say it’ll be the largest transformation for The National Gallery since its formation 200 years ago....5 min

  • Savvy Studio’s mission is to inspire creative expression for all ages.

    A new chapter in dance for West Cornwall

    Studio III opens to ‘inspire creative expression for all ages’ Dancers in Hayle are celebrating the opening of a new studio following the investment of...2 min

  • From left to right: Morwenna Smart, Community Manager; Adam Matulewicz, Marketing & Content Officer; Julia Jeffery, Corporate Partnerships Manager; Jon Michael, Head of Marketing & Communications. Image: Third Sector Awards.

    Top national accolade for south west charity

    ‘Sing It Home’ win for Cornwall Air Ambulance When it comes to marketing awards then it doesn’t come much more prestigious than the 2025 Third...2 min

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