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Padel is coming to North Devon, with two new courts approved in Barnstaple
The new padel courts will be built at the Tarka Leisure Centre in Barnstaple, with the first public courts in North Devon expected to be a success.
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Get ready for a fantastic night of live music right here in Barnstaple! Vinyl Frontier are set to rock The Ebberley Arms this Saturday with a brilliant set of pop and rock covers. Don't miss out on this free gig!
Get ready for a blast from the past, Barnstaple! This Saturday, The Ebberley Arms is hosting Decade, a fantastic five-piece band bringing you all the best 80s covers. It's a free gig, so come on down for some fantastic live music!
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The new padel courts will be built at the Tarka Leisure Centre in Barnstaple, with the first public courts in North Devon expected to be a success.
The fire was reported to the police on October 4.
NewsThe blaze severely damaged the store
More than 1,000 runners took to the streets of Barnstaple on Sunday, September 27, to raise funds for Children's Hospice South West, with the event hoping to raise £90,000 for the charity.
The proposals are open for public comment from October 1 to October 22, 2026, and would affect High Street, Boutport Street, Queen Street, Castle Street, Bear Street, The Square, The Strand, Taw Vale,
NewsA man has been arrested
The fire, which started in rubbish outside a CeX store on Barnstaple's High Street, damaged the shop by 10 per cent and caused 100 per cent smoke damage, according to the fire service.
Passengers affected can use their rail tickets at no extra cost on a number of local bus routes as an alternative, including Stagecoach services 5, 5A, 5B and 5C, and Dartline route 369.
Get ready for a blast from the past, Barnstaple! This Saturday, The Ebberley Arms is hosting Decade, a fantastic five-piece band bringing you all the best 80s covers. It's a free gig, so come on down for some fantastic live music!
The regeneration of the pannier market, Boutport Street’s derelict eyesores and the main car park have had a good reaction from the public, North Devon Council has said
Get ready for a fantastic night of live music right here in Barnstaple! Vinyl Frontier are set to rock The Ebberley Arms this Saturday with a brilliant set of pop and rock covers. Don't miss out on this free gig!
NewsThe high street project is described as a "tremendous achievement" for small council
NewsOne had a knife and the other smashed a window with a brick
Tiverton pair jailed for a total of 13 years for a frenzied raid on flat at Forches in Barnstaple while one brandished a knife
Positive feedback on £12 million Barnstaple revamp Rayo
Double with laughter and shiver from chills as new darkly comic thriller The Other Side of Murder comes to the Queen’s Theatre in Barnstaple
Barnstaple shoppers will be able to browse Scandinavian-inspired collections when the new store opens in Green Lanes a little later this year
NewsBetween them they had to pay hundreds of pounds in costs and fines
North Devon Council has prosecuted two street drinkers for anti-social behaviour and flouting public drinking bans
Application for a non material amendment to planning permission 71919 (Extension to dwelling together with replacement garage & minor alterations) in respect of Variation in overall height of the gara
Part-retrospective application for removal of 3 chimney stacks, rebuild of 1 central stack, roof & drainage refurbishment works & installation of 1 chimney flue
Road closures will be in place in Bideford and between Torrington and Barnstaple during the next couple of weeks
After missing out last year, Barnstaple’s carnival parade was back in the saddle for 2026
The annual Barnstaple Fair proclamation ceremony sees the town delve into its history to continue a tradition that has lasted centuries
Network Rail is carrying out vegetation management on the Barnstaple and Okehampton branch lines specifically, to reduce the risk of trees and branches coming down in storms, as part of its preparatio
NewsGet ready, Barnstaple! The much-anticipated Barnstaple Carnival is just around the corner, promising a fantastic day of fun for everyone. Make sure you know all the key times and where to be for this year's big celebration!
NewsWell, it seems our train services heading towards Barnstaple are getting a bit crowded! Rail bosses have highlighted that demand on the line is currently outstripping supply, so they're bringing in extra bus services to help ease the squeeze for commuters and travellers.
Demolition of garage, conservatory and covered patio area, extensions to dwelling to include first floor bedroom extension together with associated works
NewsOur local police are asking for our help this evening, as they're keen to speak with a man from our very own Barnstaple. He's wanted in connection with serious stalking allegations, and officers have expressed a concern for public safety.
Conversion and extension of detached garage to dwelling
A new Low Carbon Training Centre to train apprentices and professionals on the latest heat pump technology has opened in Barnstaple
NewsIt's incredibly sad news for our town as Barnstaple's long-standing manufacturer has sadly ceased trading. After 75 years of operation, this marks the end of an era for our local business community, with 23 jobs sadly lost.
NewsOh dear, this is worrying news for expectant parents right here in Barnstaple! The ongoing closure of our maternity unit is really starting to cause real concerns about getting to hospital in time for those crucial moments of birth. We'll be keeping a close eye on this developing situation.
The station has received the award for a tremendous effort by a hardworking and dedicated team, making a difference all year round for residents and visitors to North Devon.
Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission 81530 (Change of use from medical consultation and storage to residential to create 2 flats on the first and second floors) (including e
NewsWell, it's a tough one for Barnstaple Rugby Club this weekend, as they faced a strong Taunton Titans side at home. After a great start to the season, it wasn't the result we were hoping for on our own turf.
A 13-year-old from North Devon has spent the past year running and hiking all 180 miles of the Tarka Trail – he will set off on the final leg in Barnstaple this Sunday, September 20
NewsWell, it's not the news we were hoping for here in Barnstaple. The reopening of our much-needed maternity unit at North Devon District Hospital has been pushed back again. We'll keep you updated on when those doors will finally open for expectant parents.
Listed Building Consent for internal alterations to the first floor
Cinemas in Barnstaple, Ilfracombe and Torrington will be showing the new release for free on September 14-15 under the escapes free ticket scheme
EastEnders fan favourite popped into Alexander’s Sandwich Bar in Barnstaple at the weekend
NewsGreat news for furniture lovers in Barnstaple! Fairway Furniture has officially opened its doors, bringing their new store format right here to our town. It's fantastic to see this local expansion, and I can't wait to see what our community thinks of their latest offerings.
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of removal of 1 x Holm Oak
North Devon Cove opens in Barnstaple next week, with all welcome to go along and discover how it will help those with additional needs gain confidence and independence
The new branch is a specialist site focused solely on plumbing, heating and bathroom products, and will offer Daikin Level 1 Installer Training to help heating professionals build their knowledge of h
NewsGreat news for Barnstaple homeowners and tradespeople! Bradfords, our much-loved local builders' merchant, has just opened a brand new, dedicated plumbing and heating branch right here in town. This is fantastic for getting hold of those specialist products and the latest renewable heating solutions we're seeing more of.
When a Barnstaple man’s cancer returned, he knew writing a song to give hope to others and raise money for local charities was the perfect response…
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