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Shaldon Water Carnival 2014 - Devon

Novelty games and decorated boats at Shaldon Water Carnival

Shaldon Water Carnival Day takes place on Saturday 5th August in Devon, with quirky water-themed entertainment including novelty games and decorated boat parades…

Clovelly Lifeboat Weekend 2014 - Photo: Kelvin Bennett

Wacky and watery fun in Devon this weekend

This weekend there are lots of quirky events taking place in Devon including Clovelly Lifeboat Weekend, Ilfracombe Town Crier Parade and Shaldon Water Carnival…

Shaldon Water Carnival 2013

Shaldon Water Carnival makes a splash

Enjoy a unique family-friendly day out in Devon at the Shaldon Water Carnival. It takes place on 3rd August with a boat parade, stalls, games and competitions…

Curiosity of the Week

Woodhenge, Stonehenge’s lesser-known neighbour
Woodhenge - ©English Heritage, Historic England Photo Library

You have heard of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, but have you heard of its lesser known neighbour, Woodhenge? Find out more in our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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Fakes, forgeries and misinformation at Royal Society Late
Dragon Fish - The Royal Society Lates in March

Next month, the Royal Society’s Late event mixes tomfoolery with science as it tackles fake news and hoaxes…

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