Devon County Council

05/09/2026

🏺 Discover the history and heritage of the Blackdown Hills with nine days of free events from Friday 11 to Saturday 19 September.

The Blackdown Hills Festival of Heritage offers something for all ages, from archaeology workshops, historic tours and guided walks to natural pigments, printmaking and creative writing.

Explore an Iron Age hillfort, uncover the story of RAF Culmhead, visit historic churches and abbeys, or discover the archaeology beneath your feet.

We’re proud to support the Blackdown Hills National Landscape Partnership as a core funder.

Explore the programme and find booking details: https://orlo.uk/YvIKd

📸 Vanessa de Haan

04/09/2026

ℹ️ Do you care for a family member, friend, partner or neighbour in Devon?

Support for carers in Devon will continue as new arrangements for carers' services are introduced from 1 October.

Visit our new information page and sign up for email updates to find the latest information and stay up to date.

📄 Find out more: https://orlo.uk/1uiFK
📧 Sign up for updates: https://orlo.uk/subscribe_6mW7l

04/09/2026

🚌🚆 Work to improve connections between bus and rail services at Barnstaple Railway Station will begin on Monday 14 September.

The improvements will include relocated bus stops, better waiting facilities, real-time passenger information, safer crossing points, wider footways and new cycle parking. Changes to the road layout will also make it easier and safer for people to move around the station.

Bus and rail services will continue to operate throughout the work, and no roads will be closed. Temporary traffic management will be needed at certain stages, and using part of the car park as a site compound will mean a small reduction in customer parking spaces.

The scheme is being delivered with Great Western Railway, Network Rail and other partners.

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/PtBHq

04/09/2026

💬 Have you, a family member or someone you know received adult social care support?

The Big Conversation on Care is now open and wants to hear your experiences, ideas and views on the future of adult social care.

Find out more and take part: https://orlo.uk/big_conversation_on_care_yLYo3

04/09/2026

Councillors have welcomed the restoration of cheque deposit services for Lloyds Banking Group customers at Post Offices, describing it as a significant boost for rural communities, local businesses and residents across Devon. Read more https://orlo.uk/NxgLq

03/09/2026

🚶‍♀️🚲 The proposed Boniface Trail is moving into its next stage!

Specialist surveys will take place on the A377 between Crediton and Newton St Cyres from Monday 7 September to Wednesday 23 September. The information gathered will help us develop more detailed plans for the proposed 12km walking and cycling route between Crediton Railway Station and Exeter St David’s.

Temporary traffic signals will be in use between the Tesco Superstore roundabout in Crediton and Newton St Cyres. The road will remain open, but delays are likely, so please allow extra time or consider an alternative route where possible.

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/WJHiU

03/09/2026

📅 As part of Know Your Numbers! Week 2026 three Devon libraries, with support from Public Health Devon, are hosting free drop-in events where people can come and find out about the blood pressure loan scheme and how to check their blood pressure in the comfort of home.

Events are taking place at:

❤️ Seaton Library on Monday 7 September between 10am and 1pm

❤️ Cullompton Library on Tuesday 8 September between 10am and 2pm

❤️ Newton Abbot Library on Wednesday 9 September between 10am and 1pm

Find out more about the library loan scheme 👉 https://orlo.uk/sxUFR

Seaton Library Cullompton Library Newton Abbot Library Libraries Unlimited

Blood Pressure UK's annual campaign, Know Your Numbers Week, runs from the 7-13 September 2026 and aims to reach those who have high blood pressure

03/09/2026

💚 Ahead of World Su***de Prevention Day on 10 September, we're encouraging Devon residents to help change the narrative on su***de by learning how to start supportive conversations, recognise when someone may be struggling, and know where to find help. Every conversation has the potential to make a difference.

Find out how you can get involved, access free training and discover local support: https://orlo.uk/WfwIi

03/09/2026

Toilet training can feel a real challenge but is an important milestone in your child's development and supports readiness for school. As parents you can help your child learn many new and exciting skills along the way.

Our Health for Under 5s Devon website can help support you: https://orlo.uk/0aySm

03/09/2026

❤️ Blood Pressure UK’s annual campaign, Know Your Numbers! Week, runs from the 7-13 September 2026 and aims to reach those who have high blood pressure and don’t know it, so they can get the treatment and support they need to bring it under control. The campaign marks one year since the launch of a blood pressure monitor loan scheme in Devon’s libraries. 👉 https://orlo.uk/fqbt5