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Ilfracombe

Ilfracombe is a seaside resort and civil parish on the North Devon coast, with a small harbour surrounded by cliffs

Met Office issue disruptive weather warning as powerful 55mph winds batter South West
North Devon
After a milder - and drier - weekend, Monday comes with more rain and another strong wind warning
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Huge blow as £24million Devon town transformation bid fails
Ilfracombe
Despite the stark realities of poverty and deprivation in Ilfracombe, North Devon Council’s ambitious bid for a £24M transformation fund falls flat
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Businesswoman braves Vietnam’s terrain in landmine eradication effort
Ilfracombe
Join Kelly Williams, a non-cyclist turned hero, as she cycles 400km across Vietnam’s challenging terrain to raise funds for MAG, helping to eradicate landmines and save lives. Every pedal brings us closer to a safer world
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Devon court list: Airport bomb hoaxer and prolific Co-op thief
Courts
The criminals appearing at the magistrates court in Exeter, Barnstaple and Newton Abbot
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Devon man turned paedo as 'escape' from job he didn't like
Ilfracombe
Alastair Walsh chatted enthusiastically about sex with girls but didn't know they were decoys set up by police
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Devon residents told to 'act now' ahead of gale force winds and spring tide
Weather
The Met Office has warned of 'danger to life' ahead of anticipated 75mph winds and huge sea waves
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Free entry Devon beer festival to make exciting 2024 return
Things to do in Devon
Enjoy free entry, live music, and tasty street food while supporting local causes at Ilfracombe Beer Fest
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Storm Kathleen 'danger to life' weather warning as Met Office forecasts severe gale-force winds
Met Office
The Met Office has warned of wind speeds of up to 70mph on exposed coastal areas.
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Epic new pirate-themed playground opens in Devon
Things to do in Devon
Set sail for fun at Ilfracombe’s new inclusive, pirate-themed play area – a treasure trove of adventure for children and families
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Devon court list: Posh M&S thief and window smasher sentenced
Courts
The criminals appearing at the magistrates court in Exeter, Barnstaple and Newton Abbot
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Devon beaches hit by dozens of sewage alerts
Beaches
The region was battered by rain and strong winds in recent days
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Hugely popular Devon trail gets vital upgrade
Discover Devon
Discover the newly upgraded Tarka Trail – where Devon’s scenic routes just got safer and more serene for your next adventure
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Devon seafront cafe bar's ambitious new plans
Ilfracombe
The venue boasts stunning sea views
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Ilfracombe Pool’s £88K energy leap is making waves
Ilfracombe
Dive into the future with Ilfracombe Pool’s eco-friendly makeover, thanks to a cool £88K from Sport England’s fund
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Devastated Devon campaigners shout "shame on you" after closure decision
North Devon
Devon’s decision to shut down vital mental health services sparked community outrage and fears for the future
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Dog killer burglar has sentenced adjourned
Barnstaple
Alexandru Balea appeared at Exeter Crown Court on Monday
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Devon’s lost and forgotten railways remembered
Nostalgia
One landowner was so against the railway he paid people to dig it back up
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New family-run restaurant opens in beautiful part of Devon
Pubs and bars
Family-run JnJ’s Seafood and Grill has taken over the kitchen at Ye Olde Globe in Berrynarbor
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Ilfracombe’s RNLI marks 200 years with unscripted sea drama
Ilfracombe
Celebrating 200 years, Ilfracombe’s RNLI turns a book launch into a real-life rescue mission, proving heroes aren’t just found in fiction
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Tragic Devon road set for £5M upgrade
Traffic & Travel
The £5M upgrade aims to save lives
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Fourteen of Devon's most serious criminals caught on camera
Courts
Here are cases where video footage was used to help convict offenders in court
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Devon courts: Exeter train station sex assault among new cases
Courts
The latest cases from the courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot and Barnstaple
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Devon Funeral Notices: Heartfelt tributes to 90 lost loved ones
People
The messages, placed between March 2 to March 8, provide comfort to the loved ones of those who have passed
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Devon councils asked to help fund £50k anti-social behaviour busting marshals
North Devon District Council
North Devon ups the ante on safety, investing in street marshals to slash anti-social behaviour
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