Bere Ferrers Parish Council

01/05/2026

https://www.tavistock-today.co.uk/news/community-orchards-blossoming-success-901095

A restored community orchard blossomed with a public launch and open day.

30/04/2026

There will be changes to your recycling and waste collections next week ♻️ 📆

The May Day Bank Holiday will affect when we come to collect your recycling and waste next week.

To check your collection day next week, visit the link in the comments.

21/04/2026

27/03/2026

EASTER RECYCLING & WASTE COLLECTIONS ♻️ 🗑️ 🐰

🐰 The Easter Bank Holidays will affect when we come to collect your recycling and waste.

To check your collection day visit the link in the comments.

23/03/2026

Service Update – Bus 87

There will be a small timetable change from the week commencing 5th April 2026.

The 09:10 journey will run 2 minutes later to ensure it reaches the Edgcumbe stop at 09:30 or after.

This adjustment means concessionary pass holders boarding at this stop will be able to use their passes, rather than paying a fare.

27/02/2026

https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/local-government-reorganisation-in-devon-plymouth-and-torbay

This consultation seeks views on the local government reorganisation proposals we have received from councils in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay.​

13/02/2026

https://www.dsfire.gov.uk/safety/home/community-conversations

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10/02/2026

30/01/2026

We’re removing our recycling banks across West Devon in the coming months, as part of our ongoing waste and recycling service improvement programme.

The banks are expensive to run, underused and all the materials you can take to the banks can be recycled at home.

Find out more by clicking the link in the comments.

20/01/2026

Neighbourhood Alert...
Cold callers, Devon & Cornwall
We have been made aware of cold callers offering guttering and roofing services in Devon & Cornwall recently.
If you want work doing in your home or garden please consider the following advice:
· Don’t agree to work offered by unsolicited doorstep callers.
· Don’t rely on posts or recommendations on social media sites without doing your own research.
· Don’t be swayed by glossy flyers or impressive websites as they may not show the trader’s own work.
· Don’t pay cash or agree to be taken to the bank or immediately transfer money before any work is started.
· Don’t be rushed into making a decision.
Do:
· Get three written quotes from reputable businesses.
· Research the companies you’re looking to use e.g. ask for references and look online.
· Ask friends and family to recommend local traders or search via Buy with confidence
· Decide who to use in your own time and make sure you have confidence in their skills and abilities.
· Ask to see professional qualifications, public liability insurance and if applicable waste carriers licence.
· Make sure you have full contact details for a tradesperson not just a mobile phone number.
· Check if you’re entitled to your 14-day cooling-off period
If someone knocks on your door and you are not sure, don’t open the door.
If you are concerned someone is at risk, always call the police.
If you are concerned rogue traders are operating in your area, always report it.
If a company claims to be working with a local council, contact the local council yourself to check this is true.
If you have concerns, or have any information please contact Trading Standards or police by phoning 101, if possible, please make a note of any descriptions and vehicle registrations seen.
Please phone 999 if immediate/or a crime is taking place.