Dawlish News' Posts

A 27-year-old man arrested after incidents in Teignmouth and Dawlish on Monday night has been charged and will appear in court today (November 26). ‘Connor Sidell, of no fixed abode, Teignmouth, has been charged with Section 18 wounding with intent, robbery, criminal damage and two counts of theft. Read more... ...

Dawlish Against Plastic introduces a reusable cup designed by local artist Tessa Challenger to promote waste reduction. A RESUABLE Dawlish cup has been launched in a bid to help reduce waste. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-launches-new-reusable-cup-to-cut-waste-855493

PETA aims to highlight the role of poultry farms in spreading avian flu with a billboard in Dawlish, after bird cull due to flu outbreak. ANIMAL rights campaigners are planning to set up a billboard in Dawlish following an outbreak of Avian Flu. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/animal-rights-group-plans-billboard-after-avian-flu-outbreak-855922

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

POLICE will be holding a surgery at a Teignbridge church in December. Members of the Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Parish Church of All Saints in Kenton on Wednesday, December 3. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/police-community-surgery-scheduled-at-church-in-december-855697

The Dawlish Mothers’ Union has crafted over 230 knitted rings to draw attention to domestic violence, representing the 231 victims killed last year. This effort aims to foster recognition and referral of individuals to specialist support services. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-mothers-union-highlights-domestic-violence-with-knitted-chain-855589

Young chefs from Dawlish College showcased their culinary skills at the Rotary Young Chef competition, earning praise from expert judges and securing a victory. YOUNG chefs in Dawlish College have again proved their expertise in the kitchen at this year’s Rotary Young Chef competition. Read more... ...

The Dawlish Banking Hub is moving to a new permanent home at Brunswick Place, set to open in early spring next year, offering comprehensive banking services to the community. WORK is well underway for a permanent location for the Dawlish Banking Hub. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/permanent-dawlish-banking-hub-to-open-next-year-855436

Civil injunctions obtained. Following reports of anti-social behaviour from members of the public in the Teignbridge area over the last few months, officers have obtained two youth civil injunctions. This means there are now restrictions in place which we are hopeful will prevent future issues, and any breaches of the orders is a criminal offence. Without information from our communities we would ...

Teignbridge Council provides free parking in Dawlish during Christmas festivities, supporting local residents and visitors in enjoying the celebrations. PARKING will be free in most Dawlish car parks at specific times to allow residents and visitors to enjoy the Christmas celebrations, it has been announced. Read more... ...

A Dawlish holiday park has been recognised as the ulti-mutt getaway for dog owners and their furry friends for a second consecutive year. Cofton Holidays was named as holiday park of the year at the 2025 Dog Friendly Awards ceremony, held at the Kennel Club headquarters in London last Thursday (November 20). Read more... ...

A man has been arrested following incidents in Teignmouth and Dawlish last night (November 24). Police were notified of reports of an assault in Dawlish and damage to a shop in Teignmouth where a window had been smashed. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/man-arrested-after-assaults-in-teignmouth-and-dawlish-855006

THE FOUNDERS of female-owned co-working space and events space in Dawlish are getting into the Christmas spirit. The Good Space, which was launched this summer by three local freelance designers, is hosting several festive events to support local craftsmanship and creativity. Read more... ...

Dawlish Community Hospital's Minor Injuries Unit faces another weeklong closure amid ongoing staff shortages, sparking concerns over its future. HEALTH bosses have announced another week long closure of Dawlish Community Hospital’s Minor Injuries Unit. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/health/minor-injuries-unit-closed-for-second-week-854792

Following an avian flu outbreak, Dawlish aviary is facing a year-long ban on new birds as the town works to deep clean and prepare for the safe return of wildlife. IT will be at least 12 months before any new birds can be introduced to the Dawlish aviary. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/avian-flu-outbreak-forces-year-long-bird-ban-at-dawlish-aviary-854604

Discover the festive magic in Dawlish with selfie boards, Christmas markets, and more as the town gears up for a grand celebration. PREPARATIONS are well underway in Dawlish for Christmas celebrations with the introduction of new ‘selfie boards’. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-ready-for-grand-christmas-celebration-with-new-selfie-boards-854171

Due to an unsafe structure the A379 Starcross will remain closed until 12th December.

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A new Christmas feature in Dawlish offers a unique way to celebrate loved ones by creating a wall of baubles with personalised messages. A NEW Christmas feature in Dawlish this year is the Dawlish Celebration Wall. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-wall-celebrate-loved-ones-with-christmas-baubles-853962

Cockwood Primary School's pupils benefit from new dictionaries and thesauruses, courtesy of a generous donation by Dawlish Water Rotary Club, enhancing their literacy skills. PUPILS at Cockwood Primary School are now able to use new dictionaries and thesaurus thanks to donation from Rotarians. Read more... ...

Dawlish residents express discontent as the town council plans to lock the Manor House car park during Christmas and New Year for security reasons, raising questions about community access. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/complaints-over-christmas-car-park-closure-853853

The Care Quality Commission has issued a warning notice to Langdon Hospital in Dawlish, demanding urgent improvements in patient care and management. RAPID improvements need to be made to secure and inpatient wards at a Dawlish mental health care centre, inspectors have ruled. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/cqc-demands-rapid-improvements-at-langdon-hospital-853740

Chloe Marie Aston, known as the Piano Bike Girl, has been captivating shoppers in Dawlish with her unique performances ahead of the Teignmouth Christmas lights switch-on. PIANO BIKE BUSKER Chloe Marie Aston has been delighting shoppers in Dawlish ahead of her appearance at the Teignmouth Christmas lights switch-on. Read more... ...

A Dawlish company has been recognised for leading the way in sustainability after becoming the first marine engineering company in the UK to achieve carbon neutral status. Under the GHG Protocol, firms must measure and then offset all direct and indirect greenhouse emissions from their operations and energy use. Read more... ...

The Dawlish Community Food Larder is appealing for donations to create Christmas hampers for families in need. DAWLISH Community Food Larder has launched an appeal for donations for its Christmas bags. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-community-food-larder-seeks-donations-for-christmas-hampers-853646

A bus travelling through Dawlish ended up stuck due to an unexpected road closure, causing frustration among drivers who were unaware of the closures. A BUS travelling through Dawlish came to an abrupt halt when the driver came up against a road closed sign. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/bus-stranded-at-road-closure-853479

AN APPEAL to help following the outbreak of Avian flu in Dawlish has raised almost £1,000 in 24 hours. Since the launch of the Go Fund Me by Alfie Binyon yesterday morning, donations have reached £950. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-avian-flu-outbreak-ps950-raised-853511

A fundraising appeal has been launched in Dawlish to aid recovery following the culling of its beloved waterfowl due to an Avian Flu outbreak. AN APPEAL has been launched to raise money to help Dawlish recover from the culling of its beloved waterfowl. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/appeal-launched-to-help-town-recover-from-waterfowl-cull-853168

The dramatic incident occurred Monday morning at approximately 10.10am on Exeter Road in the seaside town. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/idiot-driver-speeds-through-red-10652220

Ashmoor Women's 1st XI. Dawlish Ladies 1st XI. 0. ASHMOOR found themselves 3-0 up by halftime courtesy of two goals from top scorer Tilly McEwen and another goal from Zoe Harris. After the break, Ashmoor put in a great second-half team display. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/hockey/ashmoor-women-reach-great-heights-in-latest-victory-852808

An outbreak of highly contagious avian flu has prompted a necessary culling of birds in Dawlish aviary, following official confirmation. BIRDS in Dawlish aviary will have to be culled following confirmation of an outbreak of highly contagious avian flu, it has been confirmed. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-aviary-faces-bird-culling-after-avian-flu-outbreak-852609

Dawlish College is undergoing a consultation for plans to rebuild and expand its capacity after the Parker Block closure reduced student numbers. The rebuild aims to restore capacity to 900 students with modern facilities. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-college-set-for-rebuild-to-restore-student-capacity-852486

A bird flu outbreak has been confirmed by DEFRA near Dawlish in a small group of ornamental birds, with a 3KM monitoring zone imposed. AN OUTBREAK of bird flu has been confirmed near Dawlish. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/bird-flu-outbreak-confirmed-in-dawlish-as-defra-steps-in-852184

ILSINGTON Bowls Club are celebrating winning the inaugural 2025 Ladies Triples Challenge competition. The clubs besides Ilsington in the competition were Ipplepen, Bovey Tracey, Kingsteignton, Dawlish Marina and FastTots (Totnes and Buckfastleigh combined) and it was Dawlish Marina who finished as the worthy runners-up. Read more... ...

HEALTH bosses have denied it plans to close the Minor Injuries Unit at Dawlish Community Hospital until March. However Torbay and South Devon Healthcare Trust admitted ‘staffing problems’ have forced the unit to shut ‘temporarily’ at short notice. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/closure-fears-for-dawlish-miu-amid-staffing-issues-850506

Volunteers in Dawlish have begun placing knitted and crocheted poppies on the railings of Dawlish Bowling Club's Lawn as part of this year's Poppy Wall ahead of Remembrance Day. WO RK has started on this year’s Dawlish Poppy Wall. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-volunteers-create-poppy-wall-tribute-for-remembrance-day-847649

A man has been jailed for a stealing spree. Ben Williams pilfered from shops in Teignmouth , Dawlish and Torquay , a court heard. In a separate case, Jude Le Grice entered as a trespasser nurses offices at the hospital with intent to cause unlawful damage. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/devon-court-latest-21-men-10645805

THE HUNT is one for musicians to join the newly-formed Dawlish Town Band. Band leaders are hoping to encourage wind and brass players to join the ‘light-hearted’ group. A spokesman said: ‘We're still on the lookout for anyone that can play any instrument. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-town-band-welcomes-new-musicians-join-now-851725

Dedicated volunteers from WADE have been hard at work in Dawlish, managing water levels and clearing debris despite challenging weather conditions. VOLUNTEERS in Dawlish have been braving the weather conditions. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-volunteers-brave-weather-to-manage-water-level-851564

Traders in Dawlish, supported by volunteers, are getting into the Christmas spirit by decorating the town with nearly 100 Christmas trees wrapped in fairy lights. TRADERS in Dawlish are getting in the Christmas spirit. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-traders-bring-festive-cheer-as-christmas-preparations-begin-850998