Play top trumps at Paignton Zoo
A major partnership between a regional conservation charity and a leading games manufacturer is bringing a new version of an old favourite to the region. Paignton Zoo and Winning Moves, the interna…
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TOFA – a First for Devon and Cornwall
More than 100 people attended the launch of the Torbay Over 50’s Assembly on Saturday in Preston. Over 50-year-olds from Brixham, Torquay and Paignton gathered to learn more about the Assembly, the…
Emergancy services at scene of Paignton house fire
Update: The fire involved a shed in the garden of the property. The fire was also reported to the fire service as having spread to the roof of the property. The 2m x 4m shed was destroyed. The fire ha…
Putting the Mad into Madagascar…
There are many extraordinary-looking animals in the world – and the giant leaf-tailed gecko is right up there among them. With its huge and apparently bloodshot eyes and unique fringed appearance, it …
“Beep, beep!” Roadrunners hurry to Paignton Zoo
A new species at Paignton Zoo will evoke fond memories for a generation of cartoon fans. The name Californian earth-cuckoo may not mean much to you, but say roadrunner to people of a certain age and i…
Want to improve your wellbeing? Head for the zoo!
The animals at our top local zoos are healthy and content – but now there’s a new focus on how a visit can improve the wellbeing of human beings. Paignton Zoo spokesperson Phil Knowling said: “We k…
Select Committee findings welcomed in Torbay
Torbay Council welcomes the findings of the House of Lords Select Committee on the Regeneration of Seaside Towns. The report ‘The future of seaside towns’, released yesterday on Thursday 4 April, re…
South Devon College launches brand new partnership with UNESCO Global Geopark Network
South Devon College are honoured to announce the launch of a new partnership with the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark that enables us to assess our higher education Adventure Leadership programm…
University Centre South Devon introduces new Torquay United Higher Education Development programme
South Devon College’s recent partnership with Torquay United Football Club has proved to be rewarding for the College and its students, with the introduction of the new Torquay United Higher Education…
Springtime in the Zoo is all about plants
Spring is a great time of year to visit Paignton Zoo – but not because of the animals. Curator of Plants and Gardens Alex Brotherton and Head Gardener Catherine Mortimer might be a little biased, b…
New operator to invest in iconic Paignton Harbour building
St Austell Brewery chosen as the new operator of the Harbour Light restaurant on Paignton Harbour. The Harbour Light restaurant has over 5,000ft² of space for development, which St Austell Brewery pl…
South Devon College Granted Foundation Degree Awarding Powers
South Devon College is honoured to have been granted Foundation Degree Awarding Powers (FDAP) following detailed and critical inspection by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. This pres…
Ace runner Karen puts in the miles for Guide Dogs
Fleet-footed optician Karen Stone weaved her way to the end of the first Tamar Bridge 10K road race, raising much-needed money for the Guide Dogs charity. Specsavers director Karen chose the charit…
Paignton is bidding for share of £675 million Government’s Future High Streets Fund
Torbay Council has submitted a bid for more than £15 million for the regeneration of Paignton town centre. The expression of interest states that – if awarded – the Government funding will transform …