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Event finished Location: Coronation Avenue Car Park Saturday, 27 September 2025 Start 10:00 Finish 16:00 Contact: 01626 863388 Website: https://www.dawlish.gov.uk/

Event finished Lady’s Mile Beer & Cider Festival is BACK! Raise a glass and join us for an unforgettable weekend of top-notch brews, live music, and feel-good vibes! Whether you’re a beer buff, cider lover, or just fancy a fun day out, our Beer & Cider Festival is not to be missed. Totally FREE - no ticket needed! Enjoy toe-tapping live music from fantastic local artists along with a hand-picked ...

FIREFIGHTERS have released dramatic images of a fire at a derelict building in Kingsteignton that saw five fire engines, an aerial ladder platform and a water carrier attend. 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. Read more... ...

Event finished Did you know 15–21st September is World Mitochondrial Disease Week? Mitochondrial disease in children • Encephalopathy – strokes, seizures, regression • Blindness • Hormone deficiencies • Liver failure • Enteropathy • Myopathy • Deafness • Cardiomyopathy • Diabetes • Renal disease • Anaemia • Neuropathy DAWLISH METHODIST CHURCH will be raising awareness of this devastating disease ...

Event finished Debs Rylands Visitors always welcome- £3 Contacts: Suzanne (Secretary) 01626 889184 or June (Chair) 07486 370880 Location: The Manor House, Old Town Street, Dawlish, EX7 9AW Thursday, 25 September 2025 Start 19:15 Contact: 01626 889184 Website: https://dawlish-gardensociety.uk/

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). Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/long-service-award-for-fire-fighter-833613

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. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/wild-swimmer-prompts-lifeboat-shout-833467

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. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/bowls/dawlish-bowling-clubs-charity-day-for-local-childrens-cause-833482

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. Read more... ...

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. Read more... ...

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. Read more... ...

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). Read more... ...

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. Read more... ...

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. Read more... ...

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... Read more... https://www.devonairradio.com/calendar/venue/sidmouth-girl-guiding-hq-sidmouth/

Event finished Teignmouth Film Society Dark comedy set in the 1920’s. An apparently prim spinster lives next door to a free-spirited young Irish woman. After a fall-out between the two, the spinster begins to receive hate mail. The young neighbour is accused, but the truth is not so simple. Starring Olivia Colman, Jessie Buckley, Joanna Scanlon and Timothy Spall. Tickets £5 – On The Door Only Bar ...

Event finished Hope Toddlers resumes on September 12th, 2025, and is a free-to-attend group for parents and carers with children aged 0-4 years, offering toys, crafts, singing, and time to chat. The group meets on Fridays during term-time, with a suggested donation of £2 per family, and no booking is required to attend. Location: Hope Church, Dawlish Friday, 12 September 2025 - Friday, 19 December ...

Event finished An evening to celebrate young people and their contributions. The event will: • Recognise youth volunteers with certificates of appreciation • Share the charity’s history, activities, and achievements from the past year • Offer a chance for parents, guardians, and residents to show support for local young people A positive community gathering highlighting the impact of youth in ...

The met office has issued a SWW for the area on Sunday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3e712kvp7qo

Note: UKPAC (UK Partners Against Crime) is an online portal and smartphone app designed to help businesses and communities tackle crime. It allows traders to quickly and easily report incidents such as shoplifting, antisocial behaviour, and violence, while also enabling the sharing of intelligence about persistent or repeat offenders. Police can then use this information to strengthen evidence ...

The Greens are even nuttier than the Libdumbs.

Please note: Sandy Lane is temporarily closed to through traffic because of ongoing roadworks.

Stagecoach urges passengers to allow extra time for travel as roadworks cause significant delays. Bus services are being badly affected by roadworks in Dawlish, Cofton and Exminster with hold-ups causing major problems for passengers. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/stagecoach-warns-of-delays-due-to-roadworks-disruption-830958

A bit more notice of this event would have been appreciated.

25/00992/FUL Relocation of the existing flue and retention of the side and rear covered area 2 The Lawn The Strand Dawlish Devon EX7 9PW https://publicaccess.teignbridge.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=SXL523PZKM200&activeTab=summary Status: Pending Consideration

Bird-watchers can bag a free guided cruise for two simply by answering a few questions online — and help give thousands of migrating birds the space they need to rest and feed. The Exmouth refuge is in place from 15 September to 31 December, while Dawlish Warren operates all year. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/win-birdwatching-cruise-tickets-helping-10482225

Update on the Monday Mayhem of Dawlish… DCC Highways enforcement have found that Wales and West Utilities were not manually operating lights as was stipulated in their permission. They will be checking daily that this is in place and will be fining the company if it’s not. On a side note, the SWW works at Sandy Lane are now taking out a lot of material from the ground which means lorries needing ...

St Gregory’s Church is preparing to mark a once-in-two-centuries milestone with a weekend of celebrations that will combine history, music, and community spirit. The Dawlish parish will host four days of free events to mark its 200th anniversary, running from Thursday, September 18 to Sunday, September 21. Read more... ...

Fishing could be banned totally in Dawlish Brook if a proposed by-law is introduced, aiming to protect the local wildlife following recent incidents of injured waterfowl. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/environment-news/dawlish-brook-fishing-ban-proposed-to-protect-wildlife-829973

Event finished 2 and 3 way lights Location: West Cliff Road, Dawlish Monday, 15 September 2025 - Friday, 24 October 2025 Contact: 0344 346 2020 Website: https://southwestwater.co.uk/dawlish/

POLICE are holding a free bike marking event in a Teignbridge village this month. The Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at the Strand car park in Starcross on September 28. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/get-your-bike-marked-for-free-at-upcoming-police-event-829713

A holidaymaker suffered a "serious head injury" after having a suspected heart attack, DevonLive understands. Three ambulances and an air ambulance attended Golden Sands Holiday Park in Dawlish Warren Read more... ...

Event finished Construction of a new 50m3 storage tank, Combined Sewer Outfall and associated mechanical and electrical installation works. Location: Brook Street, Dawlish Monday, 8 September 2025 - Friday, 28 November 2025 Contact: 0344 346 2020 Website: https://southwestwater.co.uk/dawlish/

Event finished To allow works to the storm overflow and the upsize of the existing pipework to create more storage within the system. Location: Brunswick Place, Dawlish Monday, 8 September 2025 - Friday, 14 November 2025 Contact: 0344 346 2020 Website: https://southwestwater.co.uk/dawlish/

Event finished Dawlish Community Transport is working with Dawlish Town Council and South West Ambulance Service to offer more Defibrillator Awareness Sessions You could save a life – don’t miss this opportunity Sessions are free of charge and open to all; booking essential. If you would like to attend, please phone to reserve a place. Location: The Manor House, Old Town Street, Dawlish, EX7 9AP ...

Event finished A day full of celebration, activities and music for all the family. Location: Cofton Country Holidays Saturday, 13 September 2025 Contact: 01626 890111 Website: http://www.coftonholidays.co.uk/

A father and son passed through Dawlish, Teignmouth and Shaldon on Thursday (September 4) as part of a four-day fundraising hike for mental health awareness. Chris was inspired to do the walk after going through his own mental health struggles and then helping his son negotiate a really tough year at his old school. Read more... ...

The Royal National Lifeboat Institute (RNLI) has issued critical safety advice about wearing a lifejacket and checking weather conditions after a rescue off Dawlish on Tuesday (September 2). Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/rnli-issues-safety-advice-after-rescuing-8-off-dawlish-829255

Event finished The perfect show for Shakespeare lovers and sceptics alike! Exploring the themes and story of Macbeth through the eyes of our three hapless heroes, this hilarious and irreverent take on Shakespeare’s classic tragedy will have the audience in stitches! Presented by Our Star Theatre Company ( Death(s) at Sea, Hannay Stands Fas t) Tickets available Location: Shaftesbury Theatre Friday, ...

25/01468/HOU Replace and extend existing balcony 15 Pinewood Close Dawlish Devon EX7 0AJ https://publicaccess.teignbridge.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=T22BSNPZIDS00&activeTab=summary Status: Pending Consideration