A Harry Potter train, a larger Gruffalo display and giant illuminated figures have helped turn a Devon garden centre into a festive destination months before Christmas Day.

The Office for National Statistics said retail sales volumes fell by 0.4 in September, compared with the previous month.

Sidmouth's 2026 Poppy Appeal was launched at Becketts Coffee House, with a new book telling the stories of 233 local people who died in the world wars.

Sidmouth Rotary’s Christmas appeal returns after raising £85,000 in four years, with donation points across the town and a new poster designed at the college.

Linda Williams, 60, who has waived her right to anonymity, was attacked by serial rapist and former officer Carrick in 2004.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has welcomed armed forces veterans and Poppy Appeal collectors to No 10 North to mark the start of this year’s campaign. Mr Burnham made a contribution to the appeal at his ...

Chancellor John Healey and Prime Minister Andy Burnham are due to meet small business leaders at No 10 North on Friday.

The dramatic findings have highlighted how relatively simple measures in the countryside could help protect communities from flooding as extreme weather becomes an increasing concern ...

Art lovers helped raise over £4,500 for Sidmouth School of Art at a Rockfish fundraiser featuring David Shrigley and an auction of donated works.

The gas field, 150 miles east of Aberdeen in Scotland, had been approved after years of uncertainty and a court case.

Sidmouth’s £21m coastal defence scheme could see construction in 2028. Engineers have outlined plans for rock structures, dredgers and a 12-month build.

A lantern-lit walk will return to Budleigh Salterton to highlight women's safety concerns, with local groups invited to take part on November 13.