Dawlish News' Posts

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

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

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

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... ...

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

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

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

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... ...

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

A site manager for Bloor Homes in Dawlish has been recognised with a prestigious award at the National House Builder Council’s (NHBC) South West Pride in the Job regional awards. Mike Mitchell received a Seal of Excellence award from the NHBC at the start of November, after being awarded a Pride in the Job Quality award this summer. Read more... ...

VOLUNTEERS in Dawlish are preparing for bad weather. Members of WADE Waterways Around Dawlish Environment are keeping a close eye on water levels and reviewing over the net next few days whether the sluice gates on the weirs will need to open. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-volunteers-on-alert-for-flood-risks-amid-weather-concerns-850352

WREATHS of poppies are on their way to London having been picked up by the Great Western Railway Poppies to Paddington train this morning. The service has picked up wreaths from town along the route including Dawlish where Mayor Cllr Anthony James handed over the town’s poppy to GWR staff on the 07.03 train from Dawlish to Paddington. Read more... ...

Mike Mitchell, site manager at Dawlish's building site, wins NHBC's Seal of Excellence and Pride in the Job Quality awards, recognising his dedication to raising house-building standards. A SITE manager for a building site in Dawlish has been recognised with a prestigious industry award. Read more... ...

IT WAS cup week in the South Devon and Torbay Table Tennis League with the first round of the Team Handicap Singles competition. Brixham Trawlers, Allen Pack, Nick and Stuart Shipley, just edged past Dawlish Aces 19-17 in an all second division encounter. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/table-tennis/owls-soar-in-all-newton-abbot-table-tennis-cup-affair-849950