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Incredible photos of Torquay from swinging 1960s
Torquay
The decade that changed the face of Torquay is remembered in a collection of 28 great photos
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Amazing photos from Exeter's golden age in the 1950s
Exeter
Take a trip with us back to the 1950s and wander through the streets of Exeter
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Inside the nostalgic golden years of Farley's Rusk factory - from dances to summer fetes
Nostalgia
The Farley Rusk Factory moved their production line to splendid new premises in 1931 and the move was heralded as a great success with the factory continuing to thrive
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Shocking day mum and son died in South West rail tragedy
Exmoor
The tragic incident left an indelible mark on the community
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Devon's long-lost butchers empire which boasted 17 shops
People
The company was very well known in the area and was run by Leonard Carkett
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Canada owns part of Devon and clue is on the A30
Honiton
This is why there is a sign with a Canadian flag on the A30 - and how it involves the abolition of slavery, the first American president, and a wealthy British heiress
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131 people died in tragic Devon plane crashes
Dartmoor
At least 74 aircraft came down in Dartmoor National Park between 1939 and 1966 - but you're unlikely to find traces of any of them
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Devon's lost coastal village that time forgot loved by rich and famous
Torbay
Now, there is next to nothing left, and if you didn't know about it, you wouldn't even know there was ever any signs of life
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Deadly secret behind Devon's 'murder doorway' you can still see today
Exeter
The killing of a priest so appalled the church that the entry point itself was filled with stone
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Devon's most wicked hellraiser who terrorised sleepy town
Crime
John Fitz's riotous ways have echoed down the centuries
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Lost Devon railway left abandoned for more than 50 years
Nostalgia
It was dubbed one of the prettiest lines in the country in its heyday - but was among those cut in the Beeching Axe
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Baffling murder of Devon woman killed in her bed
Exeter
The killing of Grace Holman may never have been solved had a dogged constable from Exeter not gone to great lengths to track down those responsible
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The chilling murder of Exeter teenager in Devon woods
Exeter
The killer of Doreen Messenger was twice her age
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Dartmoor's abandoned tramway leads to red clay 'volcano'
Dartmoor National Park
Red Lake is an incredible setting boasting stunning views right across the southern moorland between Ivybridge and Princetown
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Exeter Falcons took flight in speedway's heyday
Nostalgia
With the Plymouth Gladiators facing an uncertain future, Speedway in Devon could disappear - just like what happened to the Exeter Falcons
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Dartmoor's spooky alien landing site compared to Stonehenge
Discover Devon
It's an eerie area of Devon that attracts so many people every year
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Woman in Exeter killed for poisoning her husband's tea
Exeter
Shoemaker's wife Mary Ann Ashford was in a passionate affair with the young workman
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Dartmoor swimming spot 'plagued by Witch of Sheepstor'
Dartmoor
Crazywell Pool was once rumoured be bottomless and to hold the power to drive its swimmers to madness - but it was later discovered the pool was a mere 16 feet deep
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Stunning Devon park's tribute to forgotten army of ‘Sawdust Fusiliers’ who cut down Devon forests
Newton Abbot
The life-size wooden carving at Stover School, beside the Stover Heritage Trail near Newton Abbot, depicts two members of the Canadian Forestry Corps with one of the horses they relied on to work the forest.
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Remembering the day the sea ran red in Devon 'like a scene from Jaws'
Paignton
Between 800 and 1,000 people were injured and mass panic ensued
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Devon seaside holidays from 60 years ago
Nostalgia
Our nostalgic pictures capture the joys of beach days out
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Devon's long-forgotten first airport where air races took place
Nostalgia
Aircraft regularly flew in and out and thousands turned up to watch the thrills of air circuses
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Life on Devon's beaches 50 years ago
Nostalgia
There’s not much sign of sun protection, hats or cover-ups but there are plenty of ice-creams, buckets and spades and donkey rides
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Dartmoor Prison's most notorious escapes including mad axeman
Crime
Some infamous criminals have pulled off some incredible escapes, earning themselves nicknames such as 'Foxy' and 'Rubber Bones'
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Incredible photos of Torquay from swinging 1960s
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Torquay
Woman dies after Torquay harbour incident
The death is not being treated as suspicious
Heavy traffic on Devon A-road after crash - live updates
Google
The road was partially blocked
Liam Gallagher 'living like a monk' in West Country mansion
Celebs & TV
The Oasis star is renting a Victorian property for nearly £17,000 a month
Devon town centre closed by police
Tavistock
Part of a one-way street in Tavistock has been closed
Expert explains why Omaze house winners sell mega mansions within weeks
UK & World News
The Omaze house draw has seen winners sell their grand prizes within weeks, and an expert has explained the reason behind this trend
Torquay
Incredible photos of Torquay from swinging 1960s
The decade that changed the face of Torquay is remembered in a collection of 28 great photos
A380 lane closed after crash in Devon
Traffic & Travel
There was traffic heading southbound this afternoon (Monday, May 6)
Barnstaple's community heroes honoured at Annual Town Meeting
Barnstaple
Discover how Barnstaple’s Annual Town Meeting celebrated local heroes, awarded vital grants, and unveiled exciting Guildhall renovations
Dig into deliciousness as Millbrook Inn makes most of the Hungry Gap
Pubs and bars
Turning the Hungry Gap into a celebration of sustainable, seasonal eating
Barnstaple Arts Festival returns with weekend of creativity and inspiration
Barnstaple
Immerse yourself in a vibrant artistic experience at the Barnstaple Arts Festival this May 24-26, where local talent shines, creativity flourishes, and unique art pieces await your discovery