With the Westcountry as her inspiration, it is no surprise that Devon based artist Becky Bettesworth has so many places she wants to capture on canvas.   Inspired by the classic 1930s railway posters, she began designing her place specific pictures in 2013 and has since seen her work snapped up for sale by shops and galleries across the South West.   It all started when she exhibited...

On Sunday 8th July Thurlestone Hotel will be holding their annual Gin and Jazz Afternoon. The main sponsor of the event is local Salcombe Gin, however they will have up to 14 other gins available on the bar for you to try. Below you will find more information on just some of the gins they will have and the best Fever Tree Tonic to mix them with. Salcombe Gin Salcombe Gin is is handcrafted on a beautiful...

If you haven’t started looking for things to do in South Devon in the children’s summer holidays yet, don’t leave it until the last minute. As an area of outstanding natural beauty, there’s also no end of beautiful beaches and rolling countryside to get the kids outside and active during the summer months. If you don’t want a family day out in South Devon in the school...

The South Hams coastline is lined with an array of vast sandy beaches and pebbled coves. All are perfect for a relaxing day, or as a starting point for exploring the South West Coast Path. You will find many of the larger beaches have amenities, along with a quaint village inn or beach café; but off the beaten track there are many secluded natural coves, offering you just sun, sea and sand (...

We've all said those fatal words: "Why on earth didn't I bring it?" when on holiday. Basics such as a toothbrush or sun screen are perhaps not so critical, as you can buy them cheaply and readily enough. But what about those more important larger items in any holiday checklist? From favourite pastimes to the things that just add quality to any away trip, here are ten holiday items to remember for ...