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Roger Honey said his mother was postmaster before he took on the title. Roger Honey, 81, has been running the Exeter Road Post Office in Dawlish since October 1962, but took on the postmaster title in January 1975. Read more... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cpqlqynq9g7o

Event finished Calling All Actors! Auditions for Our June 2025 Production of “The House by the Lake We’re excited to announce auditions for our upcoming production of “The House by the Lake,” a gripping play written by Hugh Mills and directed by Will Clarke. Join us for a Read-Through on Monday 17th February at 7pm, followed by Auditions on Monday 24th February at 7pm, both held at the Shaftesbury ...

Presumably anyone can refuse on the grounds they have a right to a family life in the UK?

25/00271/CONSLT Warren Farm Warren Road Dawlish EX7 0NG For 19 days. 8-26 August 2025. https://publicaccess.teignbridge.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=SRO5VMPZ03P00&activeTab=summary

IT WAS a scheduled cup week in the South Devon and Torbay Table Tennis League, but with several cup matches unable to take place, there were only a handful of matches played this week. The two handicap doubles matches that survived were both Newton Abbot TTC v Dawlish TTC. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/table-tennis/father-and-son-duo-keep-na-kites-flying-766127

DAWLISH Hospital’s minor injuries unit is closed today. NHS bosses have announced the unit, which reopened last year, will be shut today. Anyone with an injury or condition that is urgent but not an emergency, is asked to visit the MIU at Totnes Community Hospital or the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Newton Abbot Community Hospital is also open. Read more... ...

There's a petition going calling for an investigation. Be interesting to see how many signatures it gets. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700170

Event finished As an independent charity that is part of the Citizens Advice network, we provide free, confidential and impartial advice . Our goal is to help you find a way forward, whatever problem you face, and to campaign for change on the issues affecting people's lives. Drop in session Location: The Manor House Tuesday, 18 February 2025 - Tuesday, 17 February 2026 Start 09:30 Finish 12:00 ...

Event started The perfect opportunity to share ideas for home layouts with a friendly bunch of people. With 0-guage and 00-guage models - and tea and coffee always available - we have something for everyone! We meet on Tuesday afternoons, 2pm-4pm and Thursday evenings, 7pm-9pm VISITORS WELCOME Location: The Manor House Thursday, 27 February 2025 - Thursday, 26 February 2026 Start 19:00 Finish ...

Event starts today If you would like to meet people and make friends, or to take up something you have always wanted to do, our u3a group could be for you. To find out more, come along to one of our monthly meetings where you can chat with us about our interest groups, activities and events and, of course, find out how you can join. Every 3rd Monday of the Month Location: The Manor House Monday, ...

Event finished Connecting retired and semi-retired individuals from various professional and business backgrounds. Location: The Manor House Monday, 17 February 2025 - Monday, 16 February 2026 Start 09:45 Finish 11:45 Contact: earlconnolly2@gmail.com Website: https://probusglobal.org/Clubs/show.php?id=GB-1325/

A "first class" Devon postmaster is celebrating after reaching an incredible milestone. Roger Honey has officially been at the helm of Exeter Road Post Office in Dawlish for 50 years. But he has been involved in the branch for even longer than that since it was bought by his family in October 1962, with mum Eileen acting as postmaster for the first 12 years. Read more... ...

A derelict landmark cafe on the coast path between Dawlish and Dawlish Warren has been reincarnated as a new refreshment stop in tribute to a beloved springer spaniel. Buddy’s at Red Rock opened on February 7 after months of work to renovate the dilapidated building. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/buddys-legacy-breathes-new-life-into-red-rock-cafe-765727

Event finished In the Bolivian highlands, an elderly Quechua couple has been living the same daily life for years. During an uncommonly long drought, Virginio and Sisa face a dilemma: resist or be defeated by the environment and time itself. Teignmouth Film Society Tickets £5 – On the door only Bar Open from 7pm | Screening at 8pm. Location: Shaftesbury Theatre Friday, 21 February 2025 Start 20:00 ...

Event finished For babies who attended Dawlish Schools in 1955-1956 Tickets £10 - available behind the bar or text the phone number. Price includes buffet. Location: The Brunswick Arms Friday, 21 February 2025 Start 18:30 Contact: 07436117064

TWO iconic events have been scrapped from this year’s Dawlish Celebrates Carnival due to South West Water’s extensive work in the town. It’s A Knockout, which has been run for more than 50 years, and the Pram Race, one of only a few such events in the country, will not be part of this summer’s carnival line-up, it has been announced. Read more... ...

A long-running battle to save one of the best historic buildings in Dawlish has been given renewed hope now that the crumbling Grade II listed property has been bought by a new owner. The Old Vicarage in Weech Road was deemed to be in a 'critical' state four years ago but it has continued to be left in its dilapidated state. Read more... ...

AN APPRENTICE from Dawlish has described how valuable his experience has been. Matthew Sluman is an apprentice engineering technician with South West Water which has been celebrating the range of its apprentices across the company’s teams as part of National Apprentice Week. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/never-too-old-to-be-an-apprentice-765375

BOWLS players in Dawlish have been given the keys to their clubhouse for a bargain £1 a year. Dawlish Marina Bowling Club has a new 28-year lease on its base at Sandy Lane for less than the price of a loaf of bread a year. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/bowls-club-deal-is-win-win-765351

@b.o.liking . ????

AHEAD of work starting on South West Water’s major scheme in Dawlish, questions are being asked about the possible affect on the town’s Conservation Area status. Resident Graham Tapper has written to Teignbridge Council asking why it has had no involvement in the project. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/questions-over-impact-of-water-project-on-town-765212

VOLUNTEERS keeping Dawlish clean have received a welcome boost. Dawlish Against Plastic has been handed a £500 donation from a housebuilding firm to help keep Dawlish beaches clean. Formed in 2019, Dawlish Against Plastic established regular beach cleans across the town and to reduce plastic waste. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/cash-boost-for-beach-cleaners-765004

Event finished Step back in time with Mrs. Henderson Presents , a witty and charming film set in pre-WWII London. Judi Dench shines as the spirited widow Laura Henderson, who buys a theatre and, with impresario Vivian Van Damm (Bob Hoskins), launches the Windmill Theatre’s famous nude revues. A heartwarming blend of humour, resilience, and showbiz magic! Enjoy tea and cake from 2 PM, followed by ...

If the government declares no elections yes (i know it might not be in this area) but maybe some later time when it suites.Then it goes to follow no democracy, no vote , no council tax. Goes without saying.

Event starts today Quiz Night — 6:30pm incl. meal. Donation, please book in advance Location: The Strand Community Centre Saturday, 09 May 2026 Start 18:30

Event finished Afternoon Tea with a Tale of Guide Dogs Afternoon Tea: Enjoy a selection of sandwiches, cakes, tea or coffee, served with a smile. Guide Dog Story: Discover the incredible journey of a guide dog and the life-changing support it provides to its partner. Support an amazing cause: All proceeds from this event will go directly to Guide Dogs for the Blind, helping to continue their vital ...

Event finished Calling All Actors! Auditions for Our June 2025 Production of “The House by the Lake” We’re excited to announce auditions for our upcoming production of “The House by the Lake,” a gripping play written by Hugh Mills and directed by Will Clarke. If you have any questions, feel free to message us. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this compelling drama. We look forward to seeing ...

Dawlish Chamber of Trade and Commerce launched a Small Business Academy on Monday (February 10) to help local entrepreneurs develop and grow. Businesses from around Dawlish and beyond can book sessions covering everything from marketing to human resources. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-small-business-academy-goes-live-764236

if it as alleged a £22 billion pound shortfall in the government finances why has there not been an enquiry, surely we are not talking about a few pints of beer. Again the question must be asked how an alleged economy chancellor found this in days of taking office. Either the £22bilion debt is obviously in front of everyone to see. Or she is brighter or more clever than we expected,or it's not ...

Bottle of non-alcoholic cider was £1.50 in sainsburys and Lidl £5 in the hotel bar, and hoteliers complain about lack of custom.......

Well done to her.

TWO Dawlish shop units have been sold at auction. The adjacent properties in The Strand went under the hammer a few weeks ago and were quickly snapped up. The sales to investors will not affect the current tenants who will remain operating in the premises. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/shop-units-go-under-the-hammer-764015

TO mark this week’s National Apprenticeship Week an assistant site manager at Vistry Group is keen to highlight the apprenticeship route into the industry after it gave him his career break. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/levi-traces-his-apprenticeship-roots-763489

TWO people were arrested in Teignmouth after police pulled over a van. The arrests were part of action by the Teignmouth and Dawlish neighbourhood police team. Earlier, officers assisted the Trading Standards team visiting commercial premises in the town. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/drugs-crackdown-by-police-763837

IT was a busy weekend for Teignbridge’s firefighters as they were called out three times across two days. Firefighters from Ashburton, Bovey Tracey, Dawlish and Newton Abbot saw action across February 7 through to February 8. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/two-chimneys-and-a-cooker-teignbridge-firefighters-busy-weekend-763728

THE FUTURE is looking bright in Dawlish as long-awaited plans for new lighting are finally to take a step forward. Decorative lighting had been a feature of the Brook which runs through the town for decades. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/let-there-be-light-763644

An early morning networking event in Dawlish will be celebrating its first anniversary later this month. The Dawlish Business Breakfast, which takes place between 7am and 9am at the Smugglers Inn is a monthly networking event where local businesses can start the day networking over a bacon butty and plenty of tea and coffee. Read more... ...

Something very interesting for a change.

Event finished Join the Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band on a radical tour of some of the most iconic songs from our generation’s greatest singer-songwriters, Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan . Location: Shaftesbury Theatre Saturday, 15 February 2025 Start 19:30 Finish 22:00 Contact: 01626 863061 Website: https://shaftesbury-dawlish.co.uk//

Ref. No: 25/00217/CLDP Proposed single storey attached extension to the side of the property. The width of the extension does not exceed half the width of the original dwelling. The eaves are under three metres and the ridge is under four metres. https://publicaccess.teignbridge.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=documents&keyVal=SRB4W7PZLCB00 Location Elevation 1 Elevation ...