Dawlish News' Posts

THE ICONIC Black Swans of Dawlish are getting broody again. Just weeks after the loss of their previous two cygnets who are thought to have been swept away during heavy rain, parents Bert and Kimba have already built a new nest. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/black-swans-of-dawlish-breeding-again-868705

A festive charity raffle organised by the owner of a Dawlish salon has not only raised over £1,000 for a dog rescue but will also enable a seriously ill little girl to enjoy a special birthday party. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/festive-dog-rescue-raffle-gifts-special-birthday-party-to-sick-girl-868314

TRAFFIC has been described as ‘chaos’ in Dawlish this morning as South West Water beings work in Elm Grove Road. There had been questions about exactly how the one-way system along the road was to function. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/traffic-chaos-in-dawlish-as-south-west-water-resumes-work-on-elm-grove-road-868118

FIREFIGHTERS from Dawlish were alerted to a reports of a road accident in Shaldon yesterday after a car flipped on its side on black ice. Just before noon, the crew, along with colleagues from Torquay fire station, attended the scene of a single vehicle accident. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/999/firefighters-make-car-safe-after-shaldon-black-ice-crash-867443

A DAWLISH care home has been praised for setting a benchmark for outstanding dementia practice across the social care sector. Sefton Hall, a Southern Healthcare home, received the praise from Meaningful Care Matters auditors who were assessing the care home’s Butterfly programmes. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/care-home-praised-for-setting-new-dementia-care-standard-867405

MORE than 100 people sat down to enjoy a traditional turkey Christmas lunch at the Strand Centre in Dawlish on Christmas Day. Many of those tucking in to the meal with all the trimmings would otherwise have been alone. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/community-christmas-lunch-at-dawlishs-strand-centre-brings-joy-to-over-100-attendees-867301

A NEW competition aimed at promoting responsible dog ownership and protecting green spaces launches today, encouraging dog owners to bag it and bin it. It will run across popular walking locations including Dawlish Warren, Dawlish Countryside Park and Ridgetop Park. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/devon-loves-dogs-launches-competition-to-protect-wildlife-866869

VOLUNTEERS from environmental group Dawlish Against Plastic carried out their first beach clean of the year. They discovered an amount of debris thrown up by recent storms and 15 volunteers collected 17.7kgs of general waste and 1.2kg of recyclable waste, mostly found on the roads approaching the beaches. Read more... ...

FIREFIGHTERS in Dawlish spent the turn of New Year rescuing an elderly person. The crew received a call at about 11.45pm from the ambulance service that paramedics needed help to gain access to the property. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/999/firefighters-in-dawlish-rescue-elderly-person-during-new-year-emergency-866224

Sefton Hall in Dawlish recognises staff for over 40 years of dedicated service, with awards given to carers and nurses. CARERS at a Dawlish care home have been recognised for their long and dedicated service. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/care-home-honours-long-serving-staff-865247

ORGANISERS of Dawlish Community Larder have thanked all their supporters and volunteers for their help over the last year. Particularly in the run up to Christmas, community food projects are more important than ever. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-community-larder-hails-volunteers-amid-christmas-demand-rise-864746

Dawlish resident Jane Barclay, 70, embraces the chill of December's sea as part of her '17 Dips of Christmas' challenge, raising nearly £250 for Prostate Cancer Research. A DAWLISH swimmer has been braving the chilly seas to raise money in December. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-swimmer-takes-on-12-dips-of-christmas-for-charity-864584

Sign in for podcasts, documentaries and analysis. Ridley, an 11-year-old black Labrador-cross golden retriever, from Dawlish, Devon, scooped the Hero Dog Award at the Guide Dogs People Awards for 2025. Read more... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp390kpxndxo

POLICE are seeking information from the public to help trace a 37-year-old wanted man from Dawlish. Robert Williams is sought in connection with a report of stalking. He is described as white, around 5ft 8ins tall, with short dark hair and facial hair. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/police-seek-publics-help-to-trace-man-over-stalking-report-864193

TEIGNBRIDGE Council are inviting local businesses to take advantage of pop-up trading opportunities. Businesses can apply for spaces in Bovey Tracey, Buckfastleigh, Chudleigh, Dawlish, Exminster, Kingskerswell, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Shaldon, and Teignmouth. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/pop-up-business-opportunities-across-teignbridge-864101

His Majesty was on board the Royal Train as it passed through Dawlish, following a visit to Dartmouth Royal Naval College. THE KING passed through Dawlish this afternoon on his return from his trip to Dartmouth Royal Naval College. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/royal-train-passes-through-dawlish-863703

We have helped to secure a Slavery and Trafficking Risk Order on a 22 year old man to protect children from harm and prevent possible coercion of them to commit crime. It's believed to be the first of its kind in Devon and Cornwall. Jack John Reilly, who used to live in Paignton, has been given the order by the magistrates court - which restricts his travel, access to social media and contact with ...

Sign in for podcasts, documentaries and analysis. The Torbay and South Devon NHS Charity is appealing for money so it can buy presents for everyone at Torbay Hospital and five local community hospitals, including Brixham and Dawlish. Read more... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckglp6g0n4yo

Southern Healthcare, which includes Sefton Hall in Dawlish, has been awarded 'Care Group of the Year' at a national ceremony in Leicester. A CARE home group which includes Sefton hall in Dawlish has been named 'Care Group of the Year' at a national awards ceremony. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/care-home-group-wins-award-863550

Beware of burglars! Don't make it easy for opportunistic offenders this winter - please lock your doors (dead locks too if you have them) and use timer switches for internal lights. You may also wish to invest in external sensor lighting, window locks, a house alarm and/or a door cam. Make sure your home is protected and park your vehicle in a garage if possible. We've had several reports from ...

Former Dawlish College student Sandra Bellamy receives global recognition for her impact in public speaking at the Women’s Business Awards 2025. A FORMER Dawlish student has won an international award for her work in public speaking. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlishs-sandra-wins-international-speaking-award-862598

POLICE are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of a 14-year-old girl who has been reported missing from the Exeter area. Read more... https://www.dawlish-today.co.uk/news/14-year-old-missing-from-exeter-area-police-appeal-for-help-862046

THE body of a man was pulled from the water at Dawlish Warren. The discovery of the man, in his 70s, yesterday afternoon came after police were called to a report of concern for the welfare of a man in the water. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/999/mans-body-pulled-from-sea-at-dawlish-warren-862324

THE Cuddly Toy Gang have struck again.. Four local charities gratefully received a donation: Dawlish Community Transport; AIMs,; St Nectan’s Church at Ashcombe and the Strand Centre in Dawlish. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/cuddly-toy-gang-strike-again-as-cheques-given-to-charities-862049

This week, the speed detection team will be concentrating in the following areas: Monday: Redruth, Truro, Bodmin, Liskeard, Launceston, Honiton, Exeter Tuesday: Falmouth, Camborne, Redruth, Wadebridge, Plymouth & A386, Tavistock, Exeter, Crediton, A30 East/Mid Devon Wednesday: Penzance, Launceston, Plymouth & A38, North Devon Link Road & A39, Tiverton, Teignmouth, Torquay Thursday: Truro, St ...

POLICE in Teignmouth are appealing for information after clothes worth more than £1000 were stolen from a shop in Bank Street. A spokesperson for the Teignmouth and Dawlish Policing Team said: ‘We are appealing for any information please, that may assist our enquiries. Read more... ...

THIS year’s Dawlish Christmas Tree festival is officially open. The popular event has more than 40 festive trees decorated by community organisations and charities from across Dawlish. A spokesman said; ‘The festival beautifully showcases a wide array of trees created by community organisations from across the parish. Read more... ...

Stephen Clark, 73, from Dawlish, admitted to making and distributing indecent images of children and breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention order. A 73-YEAR-OLD Dawlish pensioner has admitted a number of child sex offences,. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/courts/pensioner-pleads-guilty-to-child-sex-offences-860630

Ridley, the retired guide dog from Dawlish, wins the Hero Dog Award at the 2025 Guide Dogs People Awards for his life of service. RIDLEY, the retired guide dog from Dawlish, has been honoured with a national award at the Guide Dogs People Awards 2025. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/retired-guide-dog-ridley-honoured-with-national-hero-dog-award-860329

Sheila Kent steps down as finance manager of Dawlish-based charity, leaving behind a 30-year legacy of dedication and expansion. A VALUED member of a Dawlish-based charity is to retire after 30 years service. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-charity-stalwart-retires-after-30-years-860127

Amber and yellow rain and wind warnings are in place. TIDAL SURGE: Storm Bram has brought with it huge waves that are battering the coastline at Dawlish, Devon (Image: SWNS). Storm Bram is sweeping across the UK, disrupting air, rail and road travel while knocking out power to hundreds of homes. Read more... https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/storm-bram-batters-uk-live-map-shows-areas-on-alert/

A pontoon that drifted to Dawlish Warren beach is the focus of a removal operation after causing environmental concerns. ATTEMPTS were due to have been made to remove a pontoon which had drifted from East Devon to Dawlish Warren. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/efforts-to-remove-stray-pontoon-from-dawlish-warren-beach-859726

POLICE will be holding a surgery at a Teignbridge village hall this week. The Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team are holding their latest ‘Police and Communities Together (PACT) meeting this Wednesday, December 10, at Shillingford St George Village Hall. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/police-to-host-surgery-in-village-hall-858923

A TEIGNBRIDGE village hall will host a police surgery this month. The Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team are holding their latest ‘Police and Communities Together (PACT) meeting next Tuesday, December 9 at Stokeinteignhead Village Hall. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/police-to-hold-community-surgery-at-village-hall-858406

Staff at Dawlish Railway Station have been praised for their commitment to supporting people who may be experiencing loneliness. The mental health wellbeing and suicide prevention group is promoting the OWL project to reduce social isolation and make the town a safer and more caring community and to reduce the stigma associated with loneliness. Read more... ...

Organisers of Dawlish's Christmas events express gratitude to volunteers. ORGANISERS of this year’s Christmas festivities have thanked all the volunteers involved. Community groups joined in to help Dawlish Chamber of Trade and Dawlish Town Council put on the weekend’s events which went ahead despite forecast winds forcing changes to the programme. Read more... ...

A PLAN for more than a dozen townhouses between Dawlish and Teignmouth has been given the green-light by planners. The planning application - reference 23/00305/MAJ - sought permission for the construction of 13 townhouses at Shell Cove House, located on the edge of Dawlish and within close proximity to Holcombe. Read more... ...

Dawlish's Christmas celebration, initially delayed due to weather warnings, proceeded with festive enthusiasm, featuring lights, a market, and Father Christmas. CHRISTMAS has finally come to Dawlish after celebration events were delayed by 24 hours due to weather warnings. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/weather-forecast-delayed-dawlish-christmas-festivities-857032

Dawlish Minor Injuries Unit remains shut for a third consecutive week due to staffing issues. Health officials assure the closure is not permanent. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-miu-temporary-closures-continue-856778

POLICE are holding a surgery in a Teignbridge village next week. The Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team’s latest Police and Communities Together (PACT) meeting takes place on December 4 at the Pavilions in Starcross. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/police-surgery-at-pavilions-next-week-856137