Exeter firefighter Hilary Davey on women in the fire service
From fitness and fighting fires to women in the fire service, Hilary Davey talks to Laura Dale about being a firefighter
Christmas on the beach at the Thurlestone Hotel
If travelling to warmer climes to feel the sand between your toes is out of your budget then here are some coastal tips for a very Devon Christmas on the beach, writes Laura Dale
Mr England: rugby union’s number one fan
Few people can claim to have been personified as a best selling soft toy, but Peter Cross from Dawlish (aka Mr England) is one of them. The first and only official RFU mascot, Peter is rugby union’s number one fan and he’s written a book about it, Laura Dale writes
Pig changes autistic child’s life
Devon mum Jo Bailey has published a book telling the story of how a mischievous pig called Chester transformed their family’s lives; particularly that of her autistic son Sam, Laura Dale writes
Advice on caring for the elderly in Devon
This month Laura Dale interviews home help for the elderly and care blogger Caron Sprake, who is also our new resident care columnist
Becky Bettesworth’s artistic take Devon’s beauty
Artist Becky Bettesworth has brought our love of vintage to the seaside with her depictions of Devon beauty spots in her popular prints. Laura Dale meets the busy mum of three
