Historic England is consultating again for Larkebeare House to list the grounds, the eighteenth century ruined summerhouse and the steps in the garden. We exepct to submit further comments to bolster the case for listing. Info can be found on our website exetercivicsociety.org.uk/7-days-to-save…

Looking forward to our #Devon in the 1920s Maritime History event ... book soon!

Tickets still available for @devonassoc event on 14th April. International harpist Elizabeth-Jane Baldry will perform and talk about her favourite music. See - Harp Music from Devon and Beyond - Elizabeth-Jane Baldry | The Plough Arts Centre

Our next talk focusses on our local fishing trade

Now for second part of our Maritime history day celebrating Devon in the 1920s. This is a collaborative event with the South West Maritime History Society.

Why not celebrate ##britishciderweek (19th-28thApril 2024) with a trip to Whimple Heritage Centre to learn about the history of #cider production in Whimple? We are open on Wednesdays 1pm-3pm and Saturdays and Bank Holiday Mondays 10.30am-4pm (1st April-30thSeptember).

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Update to the #SaveOurWills campaign: because of the #generalelection, Richard Holt - Holt's Family History Research's petition opposing the changes will now close at 00.01 on 30 May. If you want to support the campaign, make sure you've signed it by then! whodoyouthinkyouaremagazine.com/news/ministry-…

Voter ID. The Electoral Commission website lists a Blue Badge as an accepted form of photo ID. My mother's Blue Badge issued by Devon County Council early April doesn't include her photograph. Is this a common issue? Exeter City Council #VoterID

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Well, we did say! Remember, whatever others print or promise, only the Party in Government can really deliver change. Labour's manifesto: labour.org.uk/updates/storie…

What a fabulous Summer Showcase we had in Salcombe. Thank you to Roger and Abi of Salcombe Maritime Museum for a really interesting talk about the history of Salcombe and the museum, plus the wonderful community engagement projects you are involved in 😃

Transport poverty has a huge impact on communities and in Shropshire, the general election has reignited debate over how to protect and fund bus services tinyurl.com/3mdnehv9

Wish I'd known about this earlier! Sounds fun ... iccrom.org/classifieds/ev…

The government has ended the funding pause on UNRWA - effective immediately. This begins with £21m to support the humanitarian response in Gaza, provide essential services for refugees across the region, and alleviate the suffering of civilians. Read more ➡️

Our ' Are We Nearly There Yet? A History of #Transport' exhibition is packed with plenty of fascinating objects that'll make your imagination blast off! 🚀 Including this exciting piece of history: fabric from a NASA mission to #Mars! See it on display until Sept 29.🛰️

Why not kick off the holidays by visiting the Whimple Heritage Centre to learn about cider making in Devon, Whimple's part in two World Wars, and more besides? We now have dress up wassail costumes for children. Open Weds 1pm-3pm, Sat/BH Mon 10.30am-4pm 'til end Sep. #wassail

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 SAVE calls for investigation into ‘hasty and ill-informed’ decision over Devon mill buildings. 📰Read our press release:🔗 shorturl.at/ixlUf 📸@SAVEBrit

We've got a horticultural theme to our AGM this year. Why not join us. Non-members welcome for a small fee.