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NewsNorth Devon Gazette

Family makes heart-breaking tribute to their ‘big friendly giant’

The family of a 63-year-old Swimbridge motorcyclist have paid tribute to their ‘BFG’ following his loss in a collision near Barnstaple

11 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Family charity fun returns with the Rock Hard Colour Run this June

The Rock Hard Colour Run for The Veterans Charity is back at Barnstaple’s Rock Park on Sunday, June 28

10 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Fly tippers dumped Christmas decorations, glass bottles and an exercise bike

Two people have been taken to court by North Devon Council in two separate cases of fly-tipping in Ilfracombe and Barnstaple

9 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Lottery winner celebrates with ongoing support for pilot gig club

A member of Barnstaple Pilot Gig Club is celebrating a win on the North Devon Community Lottery for good causes – and plans to put some back into the club

7 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

New ‘Tidal Triplets’ art installation approved for centre of Barnstaple

The 3.5m high artwork on The Strand in Barnstaple has been given planning permission by North Devon Council

6 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Heavy traffic as Barnstaple Taw Bridge closed due to police incident

Barnstaple traffic is at a standstill currently following the closure of the main bridge over the A361

5 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

‘No evidence’ others involved with disappearance of missing Barnstaple teenager, say police

A month since he was last seen, police continue a major investigation into the disappearance of Barnstaple teenager Taylor Charlton

5 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Violent robber jailed for unprovoked attack on Tarka Trail

David Gibbs has been jailed for 56 months after attacking and robbing a late night reveller on the Tarka Trail between Barnstaple and Chivenor

4 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Barnstaple’s newest venue opens with an acclaimed line-up this June

The Bridge Hall launches its summer programme with Multi Story Theatre, Small Town Jones and the new comedy club featuring TV standup Paul Foot

4 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Bideford to Barnstaple rail project sparks fears of another HS2

A local councillor has warned that plans to reinstate a railway link between Bideford and Barnstaple should be treated with caution following the costly delays of the government's HS2 project, adding

3 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Wanted man may be on the run in Barnstaple or Bideford

Police are seeking a 38-year-old man who is wanted for breaching his bail conditions in connection to an alleged assault

3 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Foamy eruptions, comedy, music, magic and drama – TheatreFest is back!

Barnstaple Fringe TheatreFest returns from June 25 to 28 for its 20th anniversary year, with more than 180 performances over four days

2 June 2026
Devon Live

Immigration officers storm Barnstaple takeaway

Two males have been arrested

2 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Barnstaple SpudBros is giving away free spuds tomorrow

SpudBros Express in Barnstaple is giving the first 100 customers a free tater to mark International Day of the Potato

29 May 2026
Devon Live

Horror in Barnstaple as beloved family cats targeted by air rifle sniper

Zulu had five air rifle pellets lodged in his body and Milo had to have an eye removed

29 May 2026
BBC Devon

Motorcycle rider dies after single vehicle crash

So sad to hear the news today, a 63-year-old gentleman has sadly passed away following a tragic incident on the roads near Barnstaple. Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

29 May 2026
North Devon Gazette

Motorcyclist in his 60s dies following collision near Barnstaple

Motorcyclist, 63, has died following a collision between Swimbridge and Filleigh on Friday, May 22

29 May 2026
North Devon Gazette

Popular Barnstaple town centre restaurant put on the market

A popular Barnstaple town centre bar and restaurant is on the market for £595,000, after its owner decided to sell the venue to focus on other assets.

29 May 2026
North Devon Gazette

North Devon councillor becomes vice chair of Devon County Council

Devon County Council has appointed Barnstaple councillor Syed Jusef as vice chair and Dawlish councillor Rose Dawson as chair for the year ahead

28 May 2026
Devon Live

Devon pothole hero on mission to plug every single one - but probably not yours

Barnstaple councillor has reported over 200 defects

28 May 2026

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