Having been defeated at Waterloo in 1815, the British sent Napoleon on one long voyage to live in exile on St Helena. But not before he had cused quite a stir in Brixham.
An Invitation to the Totnes Urban Safari
It could only happen in Totnes. Nestled amongst this Devon Town, and particularly the Bridgetown area, there’s a rather unique experience to discover. Take a Safari tour and uncover countless animal sculptures within the Community.
And it was all terminated by the Coffee Cream Dessert!
And so Fanny Cradock’s TV career came to an abrupt end – it was the time she gave her unique critique to Devon farmer’s wife Gwen Troake and her Dorchester Hotel Menu.
Why not Share a Bench with Agatha Christie in Torquay?
The unveiling of a new Torquay sculptural tribute to Agatha Christie happens in April 2025. Be there at the party!
Soap Suds from Dartmouth and Kingswear’s Steam Laundry
Memories of the laundry and its people, located at the top of Kingswear Creek – that once served the Royal Naval College
They made ropes in Dartmouth?
Thanks to local Dartmouth and Kingswear historian, Jonathon Turner, some of Dartmouth’s rope making secrets have come to life.
Well what a fine Moustache, Sir!
A Hotel in Devon staged the recent 2024 Beard and Moustache Championships… And to quote Agatha Christie and her …
“On the Buses” from Kingsbridge
Kingsbridge is buzzing with vintage buses running local routes around the area – and all services and trips are absolutely free – simply pick your bus and hop on.
How PS “Waverley” joined PS “Kingswear Castle” on the Dart
For the very first time, these two Paddle steamers sailed up the River Dart to enthusiastic crowds and bystanders.
Devon’s Tom Daley – Diver or Knitter?
How a Plymouth Olympic Diver broke the mould with his talent for knitting.