In this issue...
Happy New Year,
In the first Residents’ Update of 2024👇
🦎 Seaton Tramway announces purchase of Seaton Jurassic to open 'Jurassic Discovery’
🏛️ Ocean in Exmouth has reopened after Storm Henk
📢 Time is ticking to have your say in our Council Plan 2023-2027 consultation
🍞New Foodsave community fridge opens at Honiton Library
🎟️ Free tickets to the grand opening of Mikhail Karikis': Acoustics of Resistance
Scroll down to read more about news, updates and events across East Devon👇
News and updates:
Seaton Tramway announces purchase of Seaton Jurassic to open 'Jurassic Discovery’
Councillor Paul Arnott handing over the keys to Seaton Tramway
Seaton Tramway is excited to announce the successful purchase of the Seaton Jurassic building, marking a significant milestone in the Tramways' 54-year history and introducing a new attraction to East Devon. The acquisition, finalised on January 5, 2024, paves the way for the launch of the new and innovative 'Jurassic Discovery’ Centre.
Councillor Paul Arnott, Leader of East Devon District Council said:
“Handing over the keys to Seaton Tramway, and a fresh start for the stewardship of this crucial attraction, is a great privilege. I’d like to take this last opportunity to thank the many volunteers who gave their all to the centre before, and I’m sure they'll join me in wishing Jenny and her team the very best for the future. The Jurassic Discovery Centre could not now be in better hands."
Ocean reopens after Storm Henk
Exmouth’s Ocean recreation centre re-opened yesterday after teams from East Devon District Council helped make swift repairs to a storm damaged roof.
On Tuesday, Ocean was forced to temporarily close because of damage inflicted to the roof by Storm Henk. After being temporarily secured by the local fire service, EDDC workers then moved in to sure up the roof, enabling the centre to re-open in time for pre-booked birthday parties.
Tiffany Arthurs, General Manager of Ocean centre, said:
“The EDDC property team pulled out all the stops and we were able to reopen our doors to customers yesterday. This followed an amazing initial response from the Fire Service, we can’t thank them enough for working quickly to keep everyone safe. We’d also like to thank our customers for their concern and understanding in circumstances our of our control and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to Ocean over the weekend”.
Green light for East Devon business funding to go green
Trimplants have developed a new peat-free growing mix with biochar, which has a long-lasting biodiversity uplift both for the soil and growth of plant
East Devon District Council’s Cabinet have approved a £207,000 package of decarbonisation support for local businesses and community groups.
Organisations will be able to benefit from free training, carbon surveys and carbon action plans to help them save money and increase profitability by reducing waste and carbon emissions. Firms which take part will be able to apply for grant funding later this year to help deliver their decarbonisation plans.
Time is ticking to have your say in our Council Plan 2023-2027 consultation
East Devon residents are invited to get involved with the Council Plan consultation.
Give your thoughts in four separate surveys on our priority areas: better homes and communities for all; a greener East Devon; a resilient economy; and quality council services.
Let us know if you agree with our four key priorities, or if you feel there is anything crucial we are missing.
Get involved before the consultation closes on 19 January 2024...
East Devon District Council improves the property-buying process in the area
Credit: Getty Images
From today, buying a property in East Devon has become quicker and simpler for everyone.
As part of its digital transformation, East Devon District Council (EDDC) have worked with HM Land Registry to transfer the local land charges (LLC) service to their national digital register. The LLC Register allows users to search information online instantly, enabling buying decisions to be made earlier in the conveyancing process.
New Foodsave community fridge opens at Honiton Library
The new food fridges in Honiton Library
Foodsave have unveiled a new community fridge in Honiton Library, distributing food that would have otherwise gone to waste, for free.
Pop in, bring your own bags, and choose from a selection of fruit and veg that you can take home, saving money and the planet.
To find a community fridge or larder near you...
Sidmouth Voluntary Services spread festive cheer with Christmas lunches
The Twyford House tables set for dinner
Sidmouth Voluntary Services, a voluntary organisation previously given a small grant by East Devon District Council, provided over 50 Christmas lunches to vulnerable members of the community on Tuesday, 12 December, either at Twyford House or by home delivery.
All of those who visited Twyford House had a fantastic time sharing in the community Christmas spirit, enjoying a bountiful supply of food, decorations, and festive speeches.
How to safely recycle your batteries
When it comes to recycling batteries it's important to place them in a clear plastic bag inside your recycling box, making them easily identifiable for our recycling crews. Please do not put your batteries inside a cardboard box or wrap them in paper, as they can get missed and mixed up with paper and cardboard in the recycling vehicle, the depot and the Energy from Waste Plant (EFW) in Exeter Plant.
Correctly packaging batteries like this helps prevent fires in our vehicles, at our depot and the plant, which have recently experienced multiple small battery fires within the last six months.
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Community grants
Connection, conversation and creation at Beer Mens Shed
Beer Men's Shed and some of it's members
In June 2022, Beer Men's Shed received a Small Community Grant of £500 from East Devon District Council, to help equip their new shed with chairs, benches, tools, and other essential items.
Events in East Devon
Free tickets to the grand opening of Mikhail Karikis': Acoustics of Resistance
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Thelma Hulbert Gallery is inviting you to celebrate the opening of internationally recognised artist Mikhail Karikis’ exhibition ‘Acoustics of Resistance’.
The Weather Orchestra, a 3-channel video installation will transform the gallery space into an indoor weather system. Our deep relationship and entanglement with the weather, and our connection to the atmosphere and the earth are revealed through singing and vibration.
Acoustics of Resistance will open on Saturday, 13 January, from 3pm-5pm, with a Climate Conversations talk with Mikhail Karikis from 4-5pm.
Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton EX14 1LX thelmahulbert.com
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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.
Cold and flood warnings in place across East Devon
Cold and flood warnings in place this weekend!
Following this week's stormy weather, cold weather warnings are in place across the country between 9am on Saturday, 6 January and 12pm on Friday, 12 January. For information and updates on road conditions, follow Devon Alert on social media. For cold weather health alert updates...
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