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Chocolate Mousse Brownies
Take the classic rich and squidgy chocolate brownie recipe a step further with a creamy milk chocolate mousse topping for the ultimate chocolate lover’s dessert!
Perfect Pit Stops
Spring is here and it’s time to enjoy outdoor pursuits in our beautiful county. We’ve rounded up our pick of the perfect pit stops when you’re on the move and looking for a little bit more than just great coffee
Beer Head Circular Walk
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Jurassic Coast before visiting the unspoilt seaside village of Beer on this circular coastal path route
Go Here… Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Discover one of the largest collections of material relating to the moving image in Britain, right here in Exeter – for free!
Healthy Portion Size Guide
Make getting the correct portion sizes simple with our healthy portion size guide…
Bradley Manor Circular Walk
Enjoy dense woodland and wide open hay meadows on this circular walk in the River Lemon Valley.
Veggie Bean Burgers
Packed with flavour, these burgers will be enjoyed by both meat-eaters and vegetarians.
15 Minutes… Is Your Community Part of The Circuit?
Respond to the nationwide call for registering community accessible defibrillators to help save lives in your community
Beacon Vaults – Exmouth
Steeped in history inside and out, a visit to the Beacon Vaults is like stepping back in time.
Sorrento, Italy
With the likes of Pompeii, Capri and the jaw-dropping Amalfi Coast all within easy reach, Sorrento is the perfect base for a holiday that can be as relaxing or active as you like
Bolognese Meatballs
These delicious homemade meatballs are flavoured with basil and oregano then cooked in a rich tomato sauce for a taste of Italy at home
Hele Circular Ramble
Follow the meandering River Culm before looping back via farmland, footpaths and quiet lanes
Ham, Roasted Pepper and Feta Cheese Flan
This summer flan not only looks irresistible and tastes great, but is a doddle to make using a ready-rolled sheet of puff pastry.
Try This… Christmas Wreath Making
Get stuck in with this inclusive, traditional Christmas craft, no matter your crafting experience
Frou Frou – Tiverton
Lit up by fairylights, Frou Frou is a little gem of a restaurant, situated in the centre of Tiverton.
15 Minutes… Devon’s Twinning Towns
In Devon alone over fifty towns and villages have European ‘twins’. One Mag’s Bruce Hetherington looks at the shared bonds forged and how you can get involved
Hembury Fort Circular Walks
Explore the ancient remains or defensive ramparts and evidence of Neolithic settlements at the finest prehistoric hillfort in Devon.
Go Here… Boom Battle Bar
We visit Exeter’s latest city-centre activity venue to learn the true definition of boom…
Modus Care – Letting your house can change people’s lives
Modus Care provides high quality homes across Exeter for people with autism and learning disabilities. Due to demand for services we are appealing to landlords for further homes to rent.
Outdoor Living
Longer days and impending sunshine means it’s time to head out to the garden. However large or small your outside space, some careful planning will ensure that it is flexible enough for playing games.
Home-made Spiced Flatbreads
Try this simple to make but delicious tasting flatbread recipe – perfect as a home-made accompaniment to a main meal or as part of your own mezze platter
Spiced Bean and Carrot Patties
This simple but tasty recipe is perfect for meat-free Monday – or any other day of the week!
Chocolate and Orange Battenburg Cake
Impress your guests with this easy to make bake – just two flavoured sponge cakes cut into thin strips and wrapped in marzipan
Overheard in Devon – Going for a song!
I don’t know about you, but I find songs are always getting stuck inside my head – really lodged in there.
5 Eco-friendly New Year’s Resolutions
Every single one of us can make a difference to our planet. Sarah Allen challenges you to make one or more of these small changes and make the world a better place in 2017.
Go Here… Community Christmas
‘Tis the season to be caring, sharing and looking after one another. This Christmas we’re encouraging people to spend their free time supporting family, friends and neighbours to ensure a merry Christmas for one and all
15 Minutes… Devon Pop-Up Pianos
One Mag’s Mary Bennellick discovers the magic of pop-up pianos appearing on the streets of Devon, the idea behind the initiative, and the joy that comes from playing them
A Postcard from… Wye Valley
Get away to this breathtaking area of outstanding beauty on the Wales/England border for relaxation, adventure and discovery.
15 Minutes with… Naomi Zealley
Tiverton based artist Naomi Zealley shares her passion for drawing colour pencil portraits from photographs
15 minutes with… Alex Ellis-Roswell
21-year-old fundraiser, Alex Ellis-Roswell, is walking around the coast of Great Britain to raise money for the RNLI.
Summer Pudding
This classic British summer dessert is easy to make and is made with just a few simple ingredients, giving you more time to enjoy the sunshine
Revolution, Exeter
There’s a revolution happening in Exeter. Quite literally – as Exeter welcomes this fun cocktail, drinks and food-led bar/restaurant chain to the corner of Queen Street and Gandy Street
Summer Holiday Survival Guide
Feeling unprepared for the summer holidays? Think again. We’ve scoured Devon and beyond for the best ideas, hints and tips for surviving the holidays to ensure the kids are never bored and that you’re left feeling in control.
Making the Most of a Small Bathroom
Even a tiny bathroom can function brilliantly and look gorgeous. Our top ten tricks will help you make the most of your space. After all, size isn’t everything
Go Here… Open Farm Sunday
Discover what exactly goes on in getting food to our forks by delving behind the scenes at some of Devon’s farms this summer
15 Minutes with… Craig Maclellan
Craig is the founder of the charity, Veterans With Dogs, which trains Assistance Dogs to increase independence and improve quality of life for British ex-servicemen and women with mental health conditions.
New Footbridge Installed at Lower Otter Restoration Project
One of the biggest coastal climate adaptation and habitat creation projects in England moves a step closer to final completion with the installation of a new 70-metre footbridge at the Budleigh Salterton site
Street Food Eats
Enjoy the culturally bridging ritual of coming together and sharing food at East Devon’s stunning coastlines and market towns
The Lime Tree, Cullompton
Feel the warm embrace of the Lime Tree Café – the inclusive culinary beating heart of Cullompton’s thriving market town.
Go Here: Archery Tag
Unleash your inner Robin Hood with this new and unique form of combat-adventure activity at Skirmish Devon.
Roberto’s Pizza and Pasta, Cullompton
Hidden in plain sight on the high street of Cullompton, is a humble, idyllic and family-run Italian which feels like an Italian home from home right on your doorstep.
Apple and Blackberry Crumble Cake
Making the most of seasonal fruit, this moist cake is delicious as a warming pudding served with custard or you can leave it to cool and enjoy it with a mid morning cup of coffee.
Super-Berry Protein Balls
These tasty treats provide a great energising boost before or after a workout and are vegan friendly too
Forn – Exeter
I have never had tapas in a restaurant before, so it was with some excitement and trepidation that my husband and I and four of our friends ventured out to Forn one Friday night.
Decoy Country Park Circular Walks
Enjoy a relaxing stroll around the lake and ponds of Newton Abbot’s local nature reserve
Brighten the Night
Brighten the darker nights this autumn with a whole host of events that illuminate the night sky
Go Here: EXCAPE
One Magazine’s Esther Baker and family escape from the ordinary at Exmouth’s first escape room experience.
15 Minutes… Devon Air Ambulance Pilot, Captain Ross White
Meet one of Exeter’s Devon Air Ambulance pilots to learn more about what goes on behind the scenes of this vitally imperative service helping to save lives across the county
Is Your Daily Coffee Good or Bad?
The coffee culture in the UK is ever-growing and Devon has its fair share of independent coffee shops and coffee roasters. So, is your daily fix a good thing and how much is too much?
Choosing the Right Exercise
Is working out more your New Year’s resolution for 2023? We look at how exercise classes can be a great way to establish regular exercise and suit all needs and abilities
Overheard in Devon – You can call me pal
I hate to sound like a cliché, but the older I get the more important friendships become.
Go Here… Plymouth
Visit the waterfront area of Britain’s Ocean City for an unforgettable day out, says Rachael D’Cruze-Sharpe
Millionaire’s Shortbread
Millionaire’s shortbread is a baking classic. With a shortbread biscuit base, soft sweet caramel, fudge and chocolate, it’s an indulgent treat loved by many
Lemon Pot Puddings
These delicious individual puddings are the perfect sweet treat after a hearty Sunday lunch Makes 6 Ready in 40 mins Ingredients: 100g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing 175g golden caster sugar Zest and juice of 2 large lemons (you will need about...
Crème Caramels
This classic French dessert exudes the wow factor yet is made from just a few cheap ingredients in roughly an hour.
Go Here… Exeter’s Underground Passages
One magazine’s Steve Fothergill goes deep into Exeter’s hidden past at the Underground Passages.
Pond Life
Life itself is said to have begun in water, so it’s not surprising that we are drawn to it and love introducing it to our gardens. Caroline Knight shows you how…
The Stable, Exeter
One Magazine’s Jake Tucker makes his first visit to Exeter’s exclusive new dining quarter for a slice of rustic meets sleek at Queen Street’s pizza, pie and cider house.
Free Devon Days Out
The cost of keeping yourself and the rest of the family entertained can really start to add up, especially if the weather isn’t on its best behaviour. Our ten free ideas for days out around the county will leave your bank account looking healthy and your heart feeling happy.
A New Life in Devon
After years of struggle, forty refugee families are finding a safe home in Devon. Bruce Hetherington finds out more, and about those helping to provide a warm welcome.
Go Here… Free days out in Devon
A day out, whether it’s with family, as a couple, or with friends, doesn’t have to be costly. One Magazine’s Jake Tucker looks at some of Devon’s popular attractions that don’t have to cost you a penny!
Rainy Days Out
What do you do when you’ve got a bored family to entertain during the half term and the weather is utterly uninspiring?
Go Here: Powderham Castle
Set in an historic deer park and built to be the castle we see today by Sir Philip Courtenay in the 14th century, Powderham Castle has been the home to the many descendants of the first Earl of Devon for over 600 years.
La Mar, Exmouth
Last night I dreamt of La Mar. You know you’ve eaten somewhere really rather special when you wake up the next day thinking about it.
Little Haldon Heaths Walk
South of Haldon Hill lies a lesser-known area of lowland heath formed over 5,000 years ago and waiting to be explored
A Postcard from… Copenhagen
Uncover the vibrant personality of this increasingly popular Scandinavian city that’s perfectly sized for a weekend getaway…
Go Here… Tiverton Horse Drawn Barge
Experience life as it used to be on Britain’s inland waterways with a ride on a horse drawn barge, pulling the past into the future
Exmouth RNLI
A new volunteer crew member at Exmouth RNLI lifeboat station has had a vital part of their crew training funded by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation.
Pepper-stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms make for a filling and tasty vegetarian meal served with a mixed green salad or coleslaw and some crusty bread.
Caramelised Onion and Goats’ Cheese Pizza
This tasty alternative to the classic cheese and tomato pizza is quick to make and great for getting the kids involved too!
15 Minutes with… Local Filmmaker Dom Lee
We meet the Crediton filmmaker responsible for creating the UK’s largest cardboard box fort to find out more about the build, filming in your hometown and promoting local talent.
Yarner Wood Nature Trail
Walk amongst ancient oaks at England’s first ever National Nature Reserve
Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone
It’s your safe place, right? It’s routine and there’s no stress, challenges or pressures. But step outside your comfort zone and the benefits could be bountiful
The Salty Monk – Sidmouth
After a pleasant drive from Exeter out to Sidford, my husband and I arrived at The Salty Monk, which was originally a Salt House used by the Benedictine Monks who traded Salt at Exeter Cathedral!
The Railway Inn, Honiton
A railway indicates a journey – a means to your next location. But in the East Devon market town of Honiton, a new family-run culinary team have revitalised what’s shaping up to be a town jewel – a destination you’ll want to stay put
Vertical Gardening
Make the most of small spaces to garden by growing upwards instead of outwards
Apple, Amaretti & Marzipan Crumble
This tasty crumble is perfect for almond aficionados, and is accompanied by an amaretto custard for added pizzazz
Harry’s Restaurant – Exeter
It’s safe to say that Harry’s Restaurant has been on my to-dine list for quite some time now.
Go Here… Canonteign Falls
One Magazine’s Esther Baker discovers the magic of the lakes and waterfalls in the Teign Valley As a family with a dog, we are always on the lookout for places to visit that are canine friendly. So when we heard about Canonteign Falls, it sounded like the perfect...
Noble Neutrals
Neutrals never go out of fashion and adding an array of delicious textures is a dream combination for an utterly inviting home
Stover Country Park Circular Walk
Indulge yourself in peaceful woodland, marshland and beautiful lakes on this family-friendly circular route.
Orestone Manor
Nestled in the beautiful South Devon coastal village of Maidencombe, not far from Newton Abbot, is the stunning family-owned Georgian country house of Orestone Manor.
Lamingtons
These scrumptious small Australian cakes are made with a whisked light and buttery sponge which is coated in a quick chocolate icing and desiccated coconut.
The Cridford Inn, Trusham
The Cridford Inn, the oldest pub in Devon, and possibly in England is a building steeped in history.
The Volunteer Inn – Ottery St. Mary
You’d be forgiven for thinking that the Volunteer Inn was just another quaint, well-kept, small town local from the outside, and you’d be half right.
15 Minutes with… Pete’s Dragons
Dealing with loss is never easy, but dealing with bereavement after a suicide requires a different kind of support. We meet Alison Jordan, CEO of Exmouth based charity Pete’s Dragons, to learn more about the work they do across Devon.
10 Things to do this Spring
Put a spring in your step with our must-do activities to get you exploring Devon.
The Stover Trail
Take to two wheels and follow the disused 18th century Stover Canal between Newton Abbot and Bovey Tracey
Lemon Mascarpone Creams
These quick and easy desserts make a delicious sweet treat for any occasion.
Core Copse Circular Walk
Enjoy far stretching views across the Sid and Ottery Valley from this peaceful wooded ridge
15 Minutes With… The Exeter Trading Hub
One Mag’s Bruce Hetherington meets Elke Meredith-Church, the driving force behind the Exeter Trading Hub supporting local businesses in the community
Go Here… Glorious Gardens of Devon
Discover some of the most gorgeous gardens that Devon has to offer and support local charity in the process
Mediterranean Baked Chicken
Full of Mediterranean flavours, this one pot dish with new potatoes and tomatoes is perfect for busy days
Go Here… Quayside Gin Distillery
Visit Exeter’s gin-ovative new distillery for a masterclass in the art of making gin
Tropical Fruit Roulade
Try this lovely light and fruity dessert that’s ideal for summer entertaining
Ludwell Valley Park Walk
Enjoy this hidden wildlife haven right in the heart of Exeter that will make you think you’re miles away from civilisation
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Support Your Community
The three Rs of recycling are easy to remember. But where in Devon can you put it all into practise and give back to your local community? We look at some of the organisations providing skills development and help for those in need while saving the planet to boot
Woodbury Castle Circular Walk
Revel in the beauty of England’s largest continuous heathland on this ancient circular walk