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February sees no let-up from winter storms
High spring tides, a metre of storm surge, and 40-45mph winds from the south-east took a further toll on our coastal settlements on the night of 2-3 February. In Torcross, […]
Slapton Line – Latest update from Devon Highways
Agreement has been given to bring in 500t of Cornish Rock to try and build up some defence on the beach. There is a section between Torcross and the Memorial […]
Emergency advice from Devon County Council
Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. January 2026 Planning ahead doesn’t make you a pessimist. It just means you’re more ready for it Emergencies […]
Ingrid wreaks havoc at Torcross, Beesands and Hallsands
Storm Ingrid’s conjunction of spring tides, a low-pressure storm surge, and south-easterly winds gusting up to 70 miles per hour caused significant damage and heartache in our coastal settlements this […]
Temporary emergency closure of A379 Torcross to Strete Gate (Slapton Line)
The A379 from Torcross to Strete Gate is closed until further notice following damage caused by Storm Ingrid on Friday night into Saturday. Engineers from Devon County Highways are inspecting […]
Police urge dog owners urged to take extra care of their pets around livestock
Members of the public found guilty of irresponsible dog ownership will face unlimited fines under updates to legislation designed to offer greater protection to sheep, cows, and other livestock. The […]
January draft minutes published
Draft minutes of January’s Full Council Meeting are now published and available on the website.
Wassail! Wassail!
As any fule kno, the best way to ensure a really good apple harvest is to bless the trees in midwinter with libations of cider, while at the same time […]