Midweek Herald

The Midweek Herald holds the distinction of being the inaugural free newspaper in East Devon. This publication serves the communities of Sidmouth, Beer, Branscombe, Axmouth, Ottery St Mary, Charmouth, Marshwood, and Honiton, along with nearby regions. It is published by Archant and is a sibling publication to the Sidmouth Herald, Exmouth Journal, Exmouth Herald, and North Devon Gazette.

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Talk on revival of British flower growing industry | Midweek Herald

2 days ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Bobby Angelov

The talk will be held at Uplyme Village Hall and starts at 7.30pm.
OPINION: Lib Dems would protect nature in planning reforms

2 days ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Richard Foord

The Planning and Infrastructure Bill, which is designed to jumpstart the economy through building, will threaten our limited safeguards for nature and stall wildlife protection. The Bill could also affect local communities with issues such as more sewage in rivers, increased flood risk, and loss of valued woodlands. The Liberal Democrats have a long history of promoting nature-based policy.
A look inside the National Trust’s biggest fashion collection

5 days ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Catherine Courtenay

Charlotte Eddington, assistant to the costume curator, adjusts a man's evening scarf. (Image: SG Haywood) Killerton at Broadclyst near Exeter is home to the National Trust’s biggest fashion collection, with more than 20,000 items of historic clothing and accessories. The core collection was begun by Paulise de Bush before it was first shown at Killerton in 1978. An exhibition is held every year at Killerton, highlighting various aspects and different themes.
Seaton marks 80 years since VE Day with special event

6 days ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Bobby Angelov

6 1/1 The Seaton community has joined forces to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day. On May 8, 2025, Seaton celebrated the historic day with a public event organised by the Royal British Legion Seaton, Seaton Town Council, Seaton WI, and Seaton Museum. It marked 80 years since the end of the Second World War in Europe on May 8, 1945. A VE Day flag-raising ceremony at 9am in Windsor Gardens started the proceedings.
Young farmers to debate future of industry at Devon County Show

6 days ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Bobby Angelov

Devon YFC at the Devon County Show in 2024. (Image: supplied) Young farmers will debate the future of farming at the Devon County Show. The debate, sponsored by NFU Mutual, will take place on Friday, May 16. The discussion will focus on whether there is any incentive for young people to enter the farming industry. This comes after recent changes to inheritance tax (IHT) and the government's decision to stop applications for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI).
Former chief constable has "no case to answer," investigation says

1 week ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Alison Stephenson

Jim Colwell is still under investigation (Image: Tim Ireland) FORMER acting chief constable of the Devon and Cornwall Police, Jim Colwell, has "no case to answer” in relation to an allegation that he used his work mobile phone to exchange personal messages, an investigation concluded. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) found no evidence to determine gross misconduct or any breach of professional standards for honesty and integrity.
Devon hospice charity plea for help as deficit rises to £800k

1 week ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Bobby Angelov

2 1/1 A hospice charity has launched a spring appeal for donations to help maintain its services. Hospiscare, which supports more than 2,200 end-of-life patients across Exeter, central, and east Devon every year, is struggling due to cuts in funding, rising costs, and increased demand.
Blessing of the Boats ceremony to return to Lyme Regis

1 week ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Bobby Angelov

2 1/1 The Blessing of the Boats ceremony is set to return to Lyme Regis. Taking place at the Lyme Regis Harbour, the Blessing of the Boats commemorates those lost at sea in Lyme Bay and celebrates those who use the sea for work or leisure. The inter-denominational service has been organised for more than 60 years by Lyme Regis RNLI and features an array of maritime organisations, including HM Coastguard and the National Coastwatch Institution.
New nurses to bring palliative care expertise to Axminster

1 week ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Bobby Angelov

2 1/1 Axminster is set to launch an enhanced at-home end-of-life service. With no dedicated hospice in the area, local patients in Exeter, Taunton, and Dorchester have faced increased financial pressures and limited capacity. This has left a small team of already busy community nurses to handle the care of patients in Axminster and its surrounding areas.
New Axminster Community Shed class for traditional skills

1 week ago | midweekherald.co.uk | Bobby Angelov

The class will be taught by East Devon artist Gina Youens. (Image: supplied) A new class teaching traditional skills is set to start. Axminster Community Shed, a charity on Chard Road, will host the lessons, which focus on painting letters on wood and calligraphy on paper. The class, beginning on May 15, will be taught by East Devon artist Gina Youens. It will run for three weeks on May 15, 22, and 29, from 2pm until 4.30pm. Single sessions can also be booked.