 In this issue...
🎾 Refurbished tennis courts unveiled at Exmouth Tennis Centre
🐻 LED Exmouth Tennis Centre raise £1,136 for Children In Need
🏚️Council issues statement on the Drill Hall planning application
🌍 Buy pre-loved toys this Christmas to help save the planet and your wallet
🏆 East Devon delivers gold-standard hospitality and aims even higher
Scroll down to read more about news, updates and events across East Devon👇
 News and updates:
Refurbished tennis courts unveiled at Exmouth Tennis Centre
 Councillor Nick Hookway formally opening the refurbished courts on Friday, 17 November
The indoor tennis courts at Exmouth Tennis & Fitness centre have been upgraded from carpet to Proflex, with funding from East Devon District Council
The cushioned acrylic Proflex surface creates the ideal tennis court which is extremely durable and resistant to wear, making it last for years. Proflex has a cushioning effect which isn’t affected by wear or seasonal temperatures. The cushioning mat, which forms part of the flooring, comes with a uniform thickness, so wherever the ball bounces on the court, it will be a true bounce and is gentler on the knees allowing for more play!
Councillor Nick Hookway, Portfolio Holder for Culture, Leisure, Sport and Tourism, said:
"I was delighted to open the Tennis Courts at the Exmouth Tennis Centre which have now been fitted with a much improved playing surface. I hope that this investment, which forms part of East Devon District Council's Leisure Strategy, will see more people enjoying the benefits of playing Tennis not only for the sheer enjoyment of the game but also to improve their overall performance and fitness".
To find out more about the classes and facilities available at your nearest LED Community Leisure centre...
LED Exmouth Tennis Centre raise £1,136 for Children In Need
 A successful fundraiser for Children in Need
Well done to the team and supporters of Exmouth Tennis Centre, who successfully raised a whopping amount at their Children in Need fundraiser with a great mix of triples, sponge ball and a raffle.
Council issues statement on the Drill Hall planning application
 Drill Hall planning update
The Rockfish planning application for the Drill Hall and toilets site in Sidmouth that was due to be considered on the 21 November was withdrawn from the committee agenda by the Local Planning Authority.
East Devon councillors visit the Exeter Energy Recovery Facility
 Councillors Todd Olive, Paula Fernley and Geoff Jung on their visit to the ERF
East Devon District Councillors Todd Olive, Paula Fernley and Geoff Jung were given a tour of the Exeter Energy Recovery facility (ERF) on Tuesday, 21 November.
Councillor Todd Olive, Assistant Portfolio Holder for Coast, Country and Environment, said:
The behind the scenes trip was organised by Devon County Council as part of the Devon Authorities Strategic Waste Committee, "it was a great opportunity to see what happens to our waste once it leaves the kerbside - and in particular the hard work put in 'behind the scenes' to sort what we put in our recycling boxes, ensuring it goes to the right place to help us minimise our resource use."
Councillor Paula Fernley, Assistant Portfolio Holder for Coast, Country and Environment, added: ''waste education officers, from Devon County Council, are always keen to have school groups round to learn about recycling and waste''
To book a similar behind the scenes group or schools trip…
Buy pre-loved toys this Christmas to help save the planet and your wallet
 Pippins Community Centre, Lyme Road, Axminster
We're celebrating the fantastic work of No Toy Left Behind, a not-for-profit community project saving toys from landfill, and helping them find families who will love them again.
“We’re looking forward to Christmas here at the No Toy Left Behind project in Axminster! We love preloved toys because buying second-hand is better for our planet! You can find us upstairs in Pippins Community Centre or visit our online shop “
For more information about how to donate or where to find that perfect Christmas present ...
Free tree giveaway
 Credit: Devon Wildlife Trust
The Wildlife Trust are offering free trees for planting in your garden or any land where you have permission. The first tree hub will be taking place in Cranbrook on Saturday, 2 December, with more distribution events planned in Sidmouth, Uplyme and Chardstock…
East Devon delivers gold-standard hospitality and aims even higher
 Seaton Tramway scoop four awards at Devon Tourism Awards
Congratulations to East Devon’s tourism and hospitality businesses who received 17 accolades including 5 golds at the Devon Tourism awards last week. The awards are part of the Visit England Excellence, with regional winners going head to head to be crowned best in England.
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty renamed National Landscapes
 A historic move that protects our landscapes
The new name reflects National Landscapes’ importance; the vital contribution they make to protect the nation from the threats of climate change, nature depletion and the wellbeing crisis, whilst also creating greater understanding and awareness for the work that they do.
 Do you know how to recycle textiles?
 Do you know how to recycle your textiles?
Good quality textiles and shoes, bagged and placed securely in your kerbside green recycling box, will go to The Salvation Army for reuse or sale, which supports people in need.
Our scheme is a textile reuse scheme, rather than a recycling scheme, therefore as your textiles will be reused, it is important to keep them clean and dry.
We are unable to collect duvets, pillows and cushions, please place those items in your wheeled grey refuse bin or take them to the recycling centre.
For those of you wondering if your textiles or shoes are of good quality for collection, we suggest, that if you ask yourself, ‘Would I buy this from a charity shop?’ If the answer is Yes, then please place them out for collection, if No, then please place in your wheeled grey refuse bin, which will then go to the Energy from Waste Facility in Exeter.
During times of wet weather, you may wish to hang on to your textiles and put them out for collection in a drier period to ensure they don’t get wet and are reusable.
For an a-z of recycling top tips...
Seasonal bin hangers coming soon
 Watch out for our seasonal bin hangers!
Households will receive our special seasonal bin hangers very soon, which will list the Christmas and New Year collection dates, together with lots more information on how to recycle as much as possible and advice on using the correct containers.
To find out when your recycling and waste collections will take place over the festive season
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 Community grants
Mill Water School pupils become gardening champs
 Money raised from the sale of their garden produce is reinvested back into the project to buy more seeds or gardening tools
The Friends of Mill Water School approached East Devon District Council in March 2022 to request a Small Community Grant to purchase items for their horticultural project. We checked in a year later to see how their horticultural project is getting on and it's safe to say the project is blossoming!
 Free training for Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise organisations
 DCT is an independent charity commissioned by East Devon District Council to run the VCSE support service
As part of Devon Communities Together’s new support service, a series of free training events has been launched for East Devon’s voluntary, community and social enterprises.
Join 'bitesized' online and in-person sessions featuring a guest trainer, to learn new skills that could make a huge difference, ask questions and take part in discussions with other attendees from across East Devon.
To get in contact with the team, head to their website.
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Energy efficiency workshops and drop-in sessions
 Citizens Advice said: “this advice could save you up to £550 per year!”
Join a Devon Communities Together energy efficiency drop-in session in Exmouth or Axminster to find out ways that you can reduce your energy use and bills.
 Events in East Devon
 Gifts and garlands free family event
 The Thelma Hubert Gallery is an award winning public art gallery based in Honiton
Join artist Agnieszka Wanowicz to create a lovely, decorative wreath, ideal to adorn your own space or give as a festive gift.
Drop in anytime between 3 - 6pm on Thursday, 7 December to enjoy mince pies, apple juice, and receive a 10% discount on gifts and decorations in the exhibition and shop.
Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton EX14 1LX thelmahulbert.com
Christmas events:
Discover more events in the local area by heading to the East Devon Excellence website
 Have your say
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 Council meetings dates
Over the next week the following East Devon District Council meetings are taking place. Any public meetings will be streamed live to the Council’s YouTube channel, and in the event of difficulties these will be streamed on our Facebook page instead.
Campaigns raise awareness of men’s health and wellbeing support
 This month, campaigns such as International Men’s Day and Movember are raising awareness of prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and the support that is available for people who are affected.
Around the district there are several Men’s Sheds, which encourage local communities to come together, enjoy practical hobbies, make friends, and learn new skills.
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