Dawlish News
A fire fighter has received a long service award after serving 20 years at Dawlish Fire Station. Crew manager Simon Dukes was presented with a certificate by Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue group manager Lee Blackburn at an event on Wednesday night (September 17).
A woman taking an evening dip on Teignmouth beach prompted a lifeboat call out last night (Wednesday September 17). Volunteer lifeboat and shore crews from Teignmouth attended alongside Dawlish Coastguard.
DAWLISH Bowling Club host four charity days throughout the season, working hard to support local causes and one of those is AIMS. AIMS (Activities, Interests, Music, Support) is a local children’s charity doing great work and they are close to the club’s heart.
FIVE fire engines, an aerial ladder platform and a water carrier recently saw action in Kingsteignton after reports of a fire near a local pond. Crews from Newton Abbot, Bovey Tracey and Dawlish were among those called to a derelict building near Abbrook Pond on the evening of Wednesday, September 17.
The famous black swans of Dawlish, Bert and Kimba, have started laying again, choosing a new nesting location in Dawlish Brook. THE ICONIC Dawlish Black Swans have started laying again. Just one egg has appeared so far but it could be the first of the next generation of the town’s swan population.
Dawlish was thrown into chaos when a group of individuals made off with a giant panda figure from the seafront safari mini golf, causing a stir along the Marine Parade. IT was PANDEMONIUM in Dawlish when one of the animals from the seafront safari mini golf made a bid for freedom.
An inspirational Dawlish boy, whose infectious smile and sense of fun brought joy to all who surrounded him, has been remembered in a fundraising walk for Children’s Hospice South West. George Kebell passed away in April at the age of 13 after living with the rare and life-limiting neurological condition, Ataxia-telengiiectasia (A-T).
The Local Scoop in Dawlish plans a jukebox to entertain customers and raise money for local causes. AN AWARD-WINNING Dawlish eatery is poised to launch a new musical charity fund-raiser. Popular dessert and ice cream emporium The Local Scoop has plans to introduce a community jukebox.
Saturday, 13 September 2025. Dawlish Community Transport, in partnership with Dawlish Town Council and South Western Ambulance Service, is offering FREE Defibrillator Awareness Sessions These sessions are open to everyone — don’t miss this opportunity to gain life-saving skills! Spaces are limited, so booking is essential. To reserve your place, please call: 01626 888890.
Saturday Afternoons with Gary. Dawlish Community Transport, in partnership with Dawlish Town Council and South Western Ambulance Service, is offering FREE Defibrillator Awareness Sessions T...