Dawlish News' Posts

A RAIL project which links Exeter, Dawlish, Newton Abbot and Torbay has celebrated more than a decade bringing more trains on the service. The project which was called Citizens’ Rail was a 9m Euro EU Interreg IVB project and as well as Devon and Torbay included Lancashire and partners in France, Germany and the Netherlands. Read more... ...

POLICE in Dawlish say they are working closely with retailers in the town in a bid to tackle shoplifters and anti-social behaviour. There has been growing concern about the number of incidents and a group of teenagers ‘terrorising’ the town. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-police-collaborate-with-retailers-to-combat-rising-crime-864126

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

Grab your glass slippers, your carriage awaits to whisk you off on a magical journey to see the panto at the Shaftesbury Theatre in Dawlish. Audiences are in for a treat as the Dawlish Repertory Company puts on the ultimate rags-to-riches pantomime. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dust-off-your-glass-slippers-its-panto-time-in-dawlish-862399

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

Graham Murphy, director of engineering at SWW said the project in Dawlish will make a "massive difference" to the number of sewage spills. A £760m project is aiming to "dramatically reduce" sewage spills at beaches in Devon and Cornwall, South West Water (SWW) has said. Read more... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy073dpe574o

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 ...

The Environment Agency warns of possible flooding in the River Teign area, including Newton Abbot and Dawlish, as rain is expected. A FLOOD alert has been issued for the River Teign area by the Environment Agency. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/flood-alert-issued-for-river-teign-area-as-rain-forecast-862672

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

Students at Dawlish College have packed and donated over eight Christmas hampers to a local food bank, spreading festive cheer and supporting those in need. Students from Dawlish College packed hundreds of donated items along with a large helping of festive joy into hampers for a local food bank last week. Read more... ...

Dawlish College and Kenton Primary School among Teignbridge schools in the ongoing government rebuilding programme, expanding with a £3bn investment for SEND places. TWO Teignbridge schools are among nine in Devon which remain in the government’s school rebuilding programme as ministers prepare to make way for more applications. Read more... ...

The 17th-century Ship Inn in Cockwood, damaged by Storm Ciaran, is on the market, with a community bid option in place. Dawlish Town Council subsequently successfully applied for the pub to become an Asset of Community Value. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/historic-ship-inn-damaged-by-storms-to-go-on-the-market-861775

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

New signs have been installed along Dawlish sea wall to remind the area is not open to cyclists, amid continued cycling despite previous warnings. NEW signage has been installed along Dawlish sea wall reminding the area is not open to cyclists. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/sea-wall-signage-updated-to-deter-cyclists-860500

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

Two young Black Swan cygnets in Dawlish are feared missing after being swept away in heavy rain. Despite searches, the cygnets haven't been seen since Saturday. Residents and Black Swan lovers express shock and concern. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/fears-grow-for-missing-black-swan-cygnets-in-dawlish-859334

Work to upgrade gas pipes in Dawlish is progressing well and is expected to ease traffic by December 14, according to Wales & West Utilities. WORK to upgrade gas pipes in the Exeter Road area of Dawlish its progressing well, according to Wales & West Utilities. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/gas-work-traffic-hold-ups-should-ease-soon-859214

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... ...

Ian Garcia, commodore of Topsham Sailing Club, says there is not enough information available on Exeter City Council's plans for a harbour revision order. Exeter City Council wants to use a harbour revision order (HRO) to take charge of the Exe estuary, which runs from Exeter Quay down to the coast at Dawlish and Exmouth. Read more... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn981xgpwlvo

Students at Dawlish College have demanded that Devon highways bosses take urgent action over road safety near their school before a tragedy occurs. Students shared powerful testimonies, including the story of a pupil who was airlifted to Bristol Children’s Hospital after being struck by a car outside the school in 2024. 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... ...

Heavy rain and gusty winds have led to the cancellation of Dawlish's Christmas lights switch-on for public safety. Entertainment will still proceed in shops, with the Christmas Market and Lantern Parade rescheduled for Sunday. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-christmas-lights-switch-on-cancelled-856462

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