Sport Event at Port Royal Sidmouth

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Created on Monday, 08 April 2013 16:06

Sport at Port Royal

*POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE*

10am - 4pm

Join us at the Sailing and Sea Angling Club for your chance to have a go at Sailing, Gig Rowing, Fishing, Life Saving, Running, Triathlon training and much more. We would like to give the public the opportunity to try out a sport they may like to take up this season, it can be a sport you have never tried before or something you would like more training in, we are here to help.

Refreshments will be on offer all day from 10am in the club house along with information about each club and their membership events.

Many of the taster sessions are free and are on a turn up and go basis, however some require prior booking and nominal fee so please be sure to check availability and prices before the day.

Childrens entertainment including nautical themed fancy dress at 12pm and rugby-tots on the ham in the afternoon. This is a fun day for all the family to get involved.

Pink Ladies Day

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Created on Wednesday, 03 April 2013 08:41

To raise money for The Wedding Wishing Well Foundation

at Kennaway House in Sidmouth

7th April 2013 - 12 noon until 5pm.

Entry £2

• Nail Salon
• Hair Dressing
• Eyebrow Waxing
• Spray Tanning Booths
• Handmade Jewellery
• Pink Cocktails
• Raffle prizes
• And much much more!

Tickets available on the day or call Naomi on 07875 030393

The Sidmouth Town Website new look!

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Created on Thursday, 21 March 2013 14:49

The new look Sidmouth Town Website is launched!

A refreshed and responsive design approach to the re-development of Sidmouth's most comprehensive guide to businesses, attractions and accommodation in and around the town.

You can search the site for anything in the town whether you are on a desktop PC, tablet or mobile device - The town is in your hands!

Knowle development plans rejected!

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Created on Monday, 04 March 2013 08:50

Knowle development plans rejected!

Plans to redevelop the building and surrounding land were rejected on Friday 1st March.

Planning permission for 50 homes along with a graduated care home were refused by 6 councillors with only 3 in favour. The three hour meeting, where councillors from the council’s Development Management Committee decided the fate of the proposals with the result thousands of the towns residents wanted to hear.

The result, due to legal advice where some councillors were unable to vote, meant that the remaining councillors voted in favour of the rejection.

On the East Devon council site it states The council as applicant will now await formal notice of the refusal and consider its position.

Here is a link to the Save Our Sidmouth website and their article.

Late Night Christmas Shopping

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Created on Friday, 30 November 2012 08:29

Sidmouth Late Night Christmas Shopping

Sidmouth late night christmas shopping will be taking place on Friday the 7th December 2012.

As well as the chance to be out and about in the shops grabbing all the essential gifts you need there will be plenty to se and do.

• Carol singers and choirs
• Hot chestnuts and hog roast
• A visit by Father Christmas
• Street art, entertainment and more...
• Shops open until 8:00pm
• In store special offers and entertainment
• Food and drink

So why not come and enjoy the festivities and the unique shopping experience that Sidmouth has to offer. You can also enjoy dinner and drinks at one of the many quality restaurants, bars, cafes and bistros throughout the town.

Flooding in Sidmouth

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Created on Monday, 26 November 2012 08:28

Sidmouth is cut off from heavy rain and floods.

Saturday the 24th November, Sidmouth was cut off completely with no access for vehicles on any of the roads into the town following torrential rain. Water levels raised dramatically over only a few hours after severe rain soaked an already saturated ground meaning much of the town was flooded.

Late Saturday evening the East Devon District Council reported "access to Sidmouth was not possible and to avoid travel unless essential".

The Ford was closed over the weekend and remains closed now (Monday 26th November) as flood water is still flowing into the river. The river raised from an average 8cm to 185cm over the weekend causing damage to bridges in the byes and also damaging the river banks and supporting stones.

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Flood Gallery

You can find the latest information on flood warnings in the South West here http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/34678.aspx?type=Region&term=Southwest

Alma Bridge - Iconic Sidmouth Landmark

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Created on Friday, 23 November 2012 11:27

Alma Bridge - A solution to the future of the bridge remains undecided...

Alma Bridge, first erected in 1855 to span the mouth of the River Sid is undergoing a major repair to make it safe after recent floods. The bridge was damaged by a fierce and high river after torrential rainfall forced water through the towns flood defenses. Unfortunately the bridge is the last stand where the water escapes into the sea.

The Bridge has changed appearances over the years and you can see this in the photos below. The first bridge was constructed in 1855 at a cost of £26 10s and was doe so using the timbers of the stricken vessel, Laurel. In 1900 R.W. Sampson was commissioned to design a new bridge that can be seen today and as of the storms of 2012 we hope that the bridge can be repaired and reinstated to it's former glory.

This blog will be updated when more news is available.

Here is how the bridge is currently looking through it's temporary stage.

There have been a great deal of cliff falls and disruption to the base of the cliffs over the past 2 weeks. You can see the damage done and the debris that's been washed back on to the shore at Pennington Point.

Diggers and workmen were spotted at the base of Alma bridge working to strengthen the supports and have cleared a path through to the sea to keep the flow of water consistent.

Alma Bridge managed to escape unharmed as the River Sid threw all it could at it over the weekend!

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime

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Created on Wednesday, 14 November 2012 08:25

The Sidmouth Amateur Dramatic Society Ltd Presents

The Pantomime
Beauty and the Beast

By Ron Hall

At The Manor Pavilion Sidmouth.

Tickets are £11 and under 16's are £5.50.

From

The Manor Pavilion Box Office

Monday to Saturday 10 - 2pm

01395 514413

The pantomime will take place on the following dates...

• Friday 28th December 7.30pm
• Saturday 29th December 2.30pm and 7.30pm
• Sunday 30th December 2.30pm
• Monday 31st December 6.00pm
• Tuesday 1st January 2.30pm and 7.30pm
• Wednesday 2nd January 7.30pm
• Thursday 3rd January 7.30pm
• Friday 4th January 7.30pm
• Saturday 5th January 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Sid Valley Rotary Club Charity Race Night

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Created on Tuesday, 16 October 2012 08:03

Sid Valley Rotary Club

Charity Race Night

Thursday 8 th Novmber at 7:30pm

At The Blue Ball Inn, Sidford

Join in the fun and help local charities including - FORCE Cancer Charity..

Buy your tickets (£10 including Lasangne supper)

From

The Blue Ball Inn, Sidford
Coles, High Street, Sidmouth
East Devon Associates, High Street, Sidmouth

Rainbow Pre-School and Toddler Group

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Created on Friday, 05 October 2012 13:01

‘Rainbow Pre-School and Toddler Group’

is re-electing the committee on Tuesday 23rd October.

School lane, Newton Poppleford, Devon EX10 0EL.

Starting at 7.30pm with guest speaker and cheese and wine being served.

Anybody who wishes to join our committee is welcome to come along.

Any queries please contact Amanda Findlay on 01395 567131.

Dates for your diary

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Saturday 17th November at 17.30 in the Market Place - Lights Switch on

by Sidmouth Town Council (after some toing and froing, the Town Council have said that this should be the date). There will be a Members' event in Blinis from 6pm to 8pm, so keep the date free. Further details will be sent in an e-mail late October.

Late Night Shopping

- Friday 7th December till 8pm. Afterwards, come and join all traders in a glass of mulled wine between 8 and 9pm in the Market Place - weather permitting!

Science Festival

- www.sidmouthsciencefestival.org/sidmouth. Tuesday 16th to Sunday 21st October. Described by the Chamber as a first class event for the town. Please get behind this event and if you have a shop window, please take part in the business-trail window competition.

Save our Sidmouth

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Created on Tuesday, 08 May 2012 14:39

The Sid Vale Association, the Sidmouth Chamber of Commerce, the Sidmouth Hospitality Association and the Vision Group for Sidmouth have joined forces to form “Save our Sidmouth” (SOS).

Their main objective is to ensure that East Devon District Council (EDDC) takes into account the wishes and comments of civic groups and the residents of the town in the preparation of the EDDC Local Development Plan.

This is the plan that determines the development strategy for the next 15 years for the council area. It has specific proposals for Sidmouth and Sidford.

Click here to view the online petition and find out more.

On Tuesday 8^th May Save Our Sidmouth (SOS) where at The Knowle, Sidmouth to make their presence known to the Development Management Committee.

Sidmouth Science Festival 2012

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Created on Tuesday, 08 May 2012 13:50

Sidmouth Science Festival 2012.

16 to 21 October.

Science: its impact and relevance to modern life

The aim of the festival is to raise awareness of how science affects our everyday lives by integrating art, music and drama with serious scientific and technological talks. There will be events and activities for schools, individuals and families as well as those looking for stimulating debate on scientific subjects.

• Internationally renowned speakers
• Area secondary schools’ competition and exhibitions
• Primary schools’ competition and activities
• Displays, exhibitions, competitions
• Stalls – universities, schools, institutes
• Hands-on science activities
• Sidmouth Science Trail
• 100 years at the Norman Lockyer Observatory and Astrofair
• Music, art and drama

Programme available at: www.sidmouthsciencefestival.org

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Outside Edge

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Created on Tuesday, 08 May 2012 09:55

Sidmouth Amateur Dramatic Society LTD Presents...

A comedy by Richard Harris

The Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth.

Outside Edge

Tuesday 12th to Saturday 16th June.

Evenings - 7.45pm.

Saturday Matinee - 2.30pm

Tickets £10.

Opening night - buy 2 get the 3rd free!

Under 16s £5.00.

Tickets available from the Manor Pavilion Theatre Box Office.

10 - 2pm Monday - Saturday.

Telephone - 01395 514413

Jazz Band Come Marching In!

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Created on Wednesday, 18 April 2012 09:33

Sidmouth FolkWeek 2012

Europe's Most Successful Trad Jazz Band Come Marching In!

The Big Chris Barber Band bring their unique brand of traditional jazz and blues to town for a pre-festival special at this year’s Sidmouth FolkWeek- the annual celebration of music, arts and dance which takes place in the stunning seaside resort from 3rd – 10th August 2012.

Now celebrating his 63rd year as a bandleader, jazz trombonist Chris heads up a fantastic 10-piece band playing a wide selection of classics: from his roots in New Orleans style with signature tune Bourbon Street Parade to soulful blues, stylish grooves and back again to the steamy Mardi Gras sounds of When The Saints Come Marching In.

All the ingredients for a great night - stirring and joyful music from a master of his art!

Pre Festival Special

Thursday 2 August Ham Marquee 8pm

Book for Sidmouth FolkWeek now at recession-beating prices for glorious sunshine-filled days and star-filled nights - whatever the weather!

2011 Ticket Prices held for 2012! No Booking Fee! Book online now.

www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk

New for 2012:

Full line-up details are available at www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk Photos available on request.

A welcome return for Alan Bearman, well-established and respected Festival Artistic Director, to the post. He is bringing his experience and expertise to craft a stunning line up for the 2012 event.

Ticket details

Full details of ticket options are available on our website. Four ticket types are available: All-In-One & Week tickets and Weekend and Day tickets.

www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk

Back To The Future

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Created on Wednesday, 11 April 2012 10:26

South West Screen presents

Back to the Future

19th April 2012

All Tickets just £2.00

Come along and enjoy a fascinating journey into the past with a 40 minute presentation of clips of local amateur film from across East Devon communities.

The old films have been digitised and produced into an on line collection, as part of a South West Screen funded project " The Back to the Future" Afternoon showing at 2pm and Evening showing at 7pm Tickets only £2.00 on sale now from the Box Office 01395 514413

Have You Had It Long Madam?

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Created on Tuesday, 03 April 2012 09:50

Gypsy Music Promotions Present...

The Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth.

Have You Had It Long Madam?

Paul Atterbury and Hilary Kay from BBC TV's 'Antiques Roadshow'.

Saturday 21st April 2012.

8:00pm.

Tickets £15.

Tickets available from the Manor Pavilion Theatre Box Office.

Telephone - 01395 514413

or at any time on credit/debit card by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and by phoning/texting 07891 663044.

OKLAHOMA!

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Created on Thursday, 08 March 2012 11:21

Sidmouth Arts Club Operatic Society Present

Rodgers and Hammerstein's

At the Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth

OKLAHOMA!

By arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd.

At The Manor Pavilion Sidmouth.

April 6th, 7th and 9th - 14th.

Performances at 7.45pm each evening.

Matinee at 2.30pm on Saturday 14th only!

ALL SEATS £12.50

Tickets available from the Manor Pavilion Theatre Box Office from February 13th

Telephone - 01395 514413

Sidmouth Chamber of Commerce - Christmas Late Night Opening - Friday 2nd December 2011

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Created on Monday, 28 November 2011 12:38

Sidmouth Late Night Shopping Christmas 2011

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Created on Thursday, 29 September 2011 15:28

Christmas is fast approaching and the Sidmouth Chamber of Commerce is planning another event filled late night shopping evening.

The event will take place on Friday 2^nd December 2011

Many shops will be offering food, drinks and special promotions.

There will be a hog roast, carol singers, the Town Band, hot chestnuts, fire eaters and children singing.

So please come along and support Sidmouth.

Sid Valley Rotary Club Coffee Morning

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Created on Friday, 23 September 2011 09:09

Sid Valley Rotary Club Coffee Morning
(Coffee & stalls)

Saturday 5th November Methodist Hall Sidmouth
10 -11.30 am

In support of Rotary Charity “End Polio Now”

SADS win NODA Award for Excellence for Dancing at Lughnasa

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Members of SADS were thrilled to hear that a National Operatic and Dramatic Society Award for Excellence was awarded for their production of Dancing at Lughnasa by Brian Friel.

Pictured are left: Joan Heard, the play's Director, centre: Geraldine Branton NODA President right: Tony Hill, Lighting Designer, when they received the award at the Association's AGM held recently at Bicton.

Joan said 'she was so pleased when the award was announced - pleased for SADS and the incredible actors and production team who worked so hard to bring this wonderful play to the Manor Pavilion stage. There was such a strong sense of ‘family’ amongst cast and crew, - indeed the bonds formed during this production still exist a year later - I heard two ‘sisters’ greet one another at the Panto auditions in Irish accents! I am very proud to have worked with such a dedicated team'

Joan is currently directing the SADS annual Pantomime Treasure Island - tickets for which go on sale at the Manor Pavilion Box Office on 1st October. The Box Office has recently re-opened after the summer break, and tickets for the SADS October production of J B Priestly's classic comedy When We Are Married, directed by Hilary Hatherley, are now on sale.

Jack Liebeck Charity Concert in Sidmouth

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Created on Tuesday, 13 September 2011 10:40

There will be an exciting Gala Charity Concert in Sidmouth Parish Church on October 15th. featuring the International Violinist, Jack Liebeck.

The concert is in aid of much needed funds for the Christian Aid International Appeal.

Tickets are now on sale at Paragon Books, Sidmouth (01395 514 516). Discount student tickets (£5) are also available.

The concert will feature:

• Stravinsky : Movements from ‘Pulcinella’
• Mendelssohn : Violin Concerto in E minor
• Arvo Pärt : Cantus In Memoriam Benjamin Britten
• Beethoven : Symphony No. 8 in F major

Click Here to download a poster

PRS for Music Foundation Award for Festival Partnership

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Created on Tuesday, 12 April 2011 14:29

Press Release 31 March 2011

PRS for Music Foundation Award for Festival Partnership

Sidmouth FolkWeek has been successful in obtaining support to stage a brand new commission that combines ancient instruments with the latest audio technology. The commission, funded by the PRS for Music Foundation’s Beyond Borders programme, will bring together harpists Gwenan Gibbard and Mary MacMaster, from Wales and Scotland, pipers Andy May and Tiarnan o Duinchann, from England and Northern Ireland, and sound artist Joe Acheson to make new music based on the sounds and timbres of the traditional instruments.

The commission is a partnership between Sidmouth FolkWeek, the Welsh folk development agency Trac, Edinburgh Harp Festival and the William Kennedy Piping Festival in Armagh.

The partnership has been brokered by Distil, a project which, for the past ten years, has been encouraging folk musicians to expand their creative horizons. Distil is a leader in developing innovative projects and opportunities for artists and arts organisations to explore new creative ground together.

The new work will be performed in each of the home nations between spring and autumn 2012.

Find out more about Sidmouth Folk Week 2011

More Guest Added to Sidmouth 2010 Line-up

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Created on Friday, 18 March 2011 14:49

22 MARCH 2010

More Guest Added to Sidmouth 2010 Line-up

More names have been added to the guest list for this year’s bumper Sidmouth FolkWeek.

2010 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards winners Show of Hands will be appearing at the Ham Marquee. A huge draw wherever they play, the Devon band’s Sidmouth shows are always especially popular.

Eliza Carthy & Saul Rose, Scottish Gaelic singer Julie Fowlis, Heidi Talbot with John McCusker and Boo Hewerdine, and young Scottish dynamos Breabach have also been added to the star-studded Ham Marquee bill. Brand new supergroup KAN, featuring Flook’s Brian Finnegan on flute and Lau’s Aidan O'Rourke on fiddle, has just been confirmed.

Andy Cutting has announced that June Tabor will be one of his guests at the Andy Cutting and Friends concert, and his debut solo CD (ten years in the making!) will be launched at the concert.

The cream of the 21st century folk scene will celebrate the influential legacy of Nic Jones, who now lives in the south-west and is looking forward to joining us for a very special concert. Guests at “In Search of Nic Jones”in the Ham Marquee will include Martin Simpson, Pete Coe, Jim Moray, Jackie Oates & Belinda O’Hooley, Faustus, Nancy Kerr & James Fagan, Jon Boden and Sam Carter.

Other recently-booked festival artists include solo appearances from Oysterband’s John Jones and Ray “Chopper” Cooper, Alistair Anderson, Coope Boyes and Simpson, Hannah James & Sam Sweeney, Rachael McShane, Spiro, The Wilsons (making their Sidmouth debut), Lynne Heraud & Pat Turner, Roger Watson, Brian Peters and Lucy Kearney & Jonny Farrell.

There’s Cuban music from Asere, Russian Gypsy music from Koshka and traditional Lithuanian dance group Saduto. Two concerts under the banner “The World on your Doorstep” will feature international musicians who are now resident in the UK, including a special concert featuring the music of refugees.

Daimh, a dynamic young band blending Irish, Scottish and Cape Breton music, will rock The Bulverton, Sidmouth’s venue for high-energy stand-up gigs; the rest of the stellar Bulverton line-up includes Bellowhead, Shooglenifty, Salsa Celtica and Cordelia’s Dad.

The ceilidh programme just gets better and better! Sheffield’s Bedlam, Tickled Pink, Polkaworks, The Committee Band, Chalktown, Mr Gubbins’ Bicycle and newcomers The Tiggerz (featuring Simon Care and Laurel Swift). They will be joining previously announced Blowzabella, Toothless Mary and the Spiers and Boden Ceilidh.

The social dance programme will include The Bristol Players, Stick Shift, The Watch and Belshazzar’s Feast, plus callers Adam Hughes, Mike Courthold and, making a rare visit home from the States, Michael Barraclough.

John Howson of Veteran Records has helped us to assemble some of the finest traditional singers and musicians in the UK and Ireland for the Sidmouth Traditions programme. Guests include Scots Traveller singer and storyteller Sheila Stewart MBE, Ireland’s Four Star Trio, The Orchard family from Devon, Vic and Viv Legg from Cornwall, Jim Eldon and The Watchorns.

The extensive workshop programme will include a week of workshops led by Alistair Anderson, leading to a performance of his groundbreaking Steel Skies. The Instep Research Team will present a week of clog dance workshops. More workshops will soon be announced in music, dance and song, featuring many of the festival’s star names.

All of the artists detailed above join the previously-announced guests - the full list is on the website www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk

Season tickets have been selling well since the start of January, but the discount ticket deal finishes at the end of March. On-line tickets are available from www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk and post and telephone tickets from the Box Office, Sidmouth TIC, Ham Lane, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 8XR. Tel: 01395 578627.

Sidmouth Folk Week 2009 Pictures. Copyright Sidmouth Town Website www.sidmouth.com

Visit the official Sidmouth Folk Festival Site

Hamiltons Nissan Organises Charity Cream Tea

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Created on Friday, 18 March 2011 12:39

Hamiltons Nissan garage in Church Street, Sidford, are holding a charity cream tea afternoon in aid of Sidmouth Lifeboat at the Belmont Hotel on Tuesday 15 February.

The event starts at 2 pm and finishes at 4 pm and Hamiltons will raise money by making a donation for every person that attends. Richard Hooper, Dealer Principal explains:

"We are inviting people to come along and enjoy a complementary cream tea at one of Sidmouth's finest hotels. The local community has been kind enough to support us over the years, so it is nice to be able to give something back as a gesture of thanks, while also raise money for a worthwhile cause."

Sidmouth Lifeboat is an independent, privately funded organisation reliant on support from the local community and its businesses.

"Quite simply, the more people that turn up to support the event, the more we can donate,"

adds Richard

Nissan is also using the event to informally introduce two new models - the latest Nissan Micra, which remains a bestseller for the global brand, plus an innovative new model called the Juke, a small five door crossover vehicle.

For more event information, please call 01395 517050 or visit www.hamiltongarage.co.uk.

Dates for your diary - Christmas in Sidmouth 2010

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Created on Friday, 18 March 2011 12:39

Christmas Lights Switch on - The date for the Christmas Lights Switch On is Saturday 20th November at 5pm. "Golden Tickets" worth £100, kindly donated by Gliddons Toy Shop will be distributed to local schools. The winner will be drawn on the night.

Come to Blinis for a Lights Switch On Party from 6-8pm. (Tickets £8 from 4Homes, Eight's a Wish, Coles and Delderfields)

Best Dressed Window Competition - Application forms with be in the Sidmouth Herald on 7th December and judging will take place on Tuesday 7th December

Late Night Opening - The Sidmouth Town late night opening event will take place on Friday 3rd Decemeber. Shops will be open till 8pm. The Sidmouth Town Band, Carol Singers, Children Singers, Hot Chesternuts, Hog Roast, Children's Entertainer, Face Painter and of course Father Christmas will all be present!

Connaught Gardens Bridge

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Created on Friday, 18 March 2011 12:22

CONNAUGHT GARDENS CONNAUGHT BRIDGE SIDMOUTH DEVON.

Currently is a NO TO CONNAUGHT BRIDGE in Sidmouth Devon.

At a recent meeting in June 2008 Sidmouth Milennium Walkway Group Freddy Wedderburn said he would support for town centre pedestrianisation and for a limit to lorry size up PAEK HILL ROAD SIDMOUTH.

A re-design for a bridge that is lower with shorter ramps to meet the five point seven metres bridge height required by Devon County Council.

Port Royal Marina Sidmouth Devon

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Created on Friday, 18 March 2011 11:58

Sidmouth has a maritime history, from a traditional small fishing fleet to notable personalities such as Commander John Carslake who served as a midshipman on Nelson's flagship. "HMS Victory" at the "Battle of Trafalgar"

In the 1800's there were plans for a "Sidmouth Harbour" and work started laying the railway track to transport the building stone to the Harbour location. The building work was abandoned some years later.Now in 2007 proposals have been submitted for The "Port Royal Marina" Sidmouth Devon.

Re-generation of "Port Royal" end of Sidmouth Esplanade Increase tourism with the Mooring Berths for Boat Owners & Hirers. Civic Amenity Building Launch facility for Sidmouth Lifeboat.

Heaven is in Devon for the great escapists

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Created on Friday, 18 March 2011 11:54

Escaping the rat race may just be a dream for millions.Most people are quite specific about what they want.A 4 bedroom country cottage in the South West emeges as the favourite prospect in a recent survey.One in four owners are unhappy living in their current home,and that Devon and Cornwall are the most coveted destinations with Dorset and Somerset running third and fourth.

The South West is now the third most expensive part of England and Wales to purchase a home.