 In this week's newsletter:
Upgraded play area now open
 Children across East Devon will be treated to ten new play areas thanks to a £1.1million cash injection from the district council, with the remaining costs covered by contributions from developers.
The upgrades at Willow Walk in Honiton are complete, and the gates are open – just in time for summer adventures. With a fun new transport-themed design, the play area is a wonderful place for children to explore and enjoy the outdoors while families spend time together.
News about the upgraded play area openings will be shared in upcoming Residents' Update newsletters and on East Devon District Council's social media channels.
£1.4 million coastal protection work to start late August at Seaton Hole Cliffs
Important work, scheduled to begin next month, has been designed to reduce erosion and lower the risk of cliff falls, helping protect the coastline and 41 nearby homes, including a care home.
Read the news story to find out more about the scheme, which is expected to deliver nearly £5 million in long-term benefits.
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Three councils unite to back South East Devon’s crucial wildlife sites
Left to right: Councillor Geoff Jung (East Devon District Council), Councillor Ruth Williams (Exeter City Council), Councillor Gary Taylor (Teignbridge District Council)
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Creating community forests on National Trust's Killerton Estate
The planned addition of 6.9km of permissive paths plus improvements to existing muddy paths across the Killerton Estate will improve public access to new woodlands and wider parkland, for local communities including Cranbrook and West Clyst.
The National Trust is working in partnership with Plymouth and South Devon Community Forest with funding from the Trees for Climate programme to establish and restore 230 acres of woodland.
Watch the National Trust's video to find out more.
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2,435 tonnes of glass recycled so far in 2025
An incredible 2,435 tonnes of glass has been collected from East Devon households since the start of 2025.
Your commitment to recycling helps protect our environment, conserve resources, and keep our communities clean and green. Every bottle and jar you’ve recycled makes a difference.
Thank you for being part of the solution. Let’s keep up the great work!
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Events in East Devon
Free rainbow activity trail at Seaton Wetlands
Start your quest by picking up a special trail map from outside the Lookout or Discovery Hut. Along the way, you'll engage your senses to discover nature's secrets, spot cool wildlife, and complete fun challenges at each stop.
At every activity station, colour in a piece of your rainbow trail map. Once you've finished the trail, return your completed rainbow for a chance to win a bug hunting kit.
The trail will run from Friday 25 July 2025 until Monday 1 September 2025.
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Trio of exhibitions celebrate Sidmouth Folk Festival
 A free public art trail showcasing photography, film, and Sidmouth Folk Festival history artefacts will be seen by the many thousands that attend the festival (Friday 1 August - Friday 8 August 2025) as well as by residents and visitors through the summer and autumn.
At the Sidmouth Wallspace, you can find 'May Day Madness' by Kyle Baker, until Friday 19 September 2025. Discover 'A Small Quiet English Town' and 'Traditions of Folk' by TPLfilms in the Market Square telephone box micro museums until Wednesday 1 October 2025. JJ Waller's and Kyle Baker's 'A Sidmouth Folk Festival Portrait' photographic exhibition is on display at the Riverside Artspace in the Sensory Garden until November 2025.
Honiton's first Pride this Saturday
Honiton Pride will take place from 6pm - late on Saturday 26 July 2025 at Boston Tea Party. The event was organised to celebrate the town's LGBTQ+ community, and to raise money and awareness for the charity 'Just Like Us'.
Tickets are available from Boston Tea Party and Tesco in Honiton, for £15, cash only. Entry includes food (meat and veggie options), plus entertainment.
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Join the 804th year of Hot Pennies
Pennies were once heated up and thrown by affluent people who delighted in seeing peasants burn their fingers collecting the coins. Whilst the tradition has continued, nowadays the pennies at the procession are merely warm. This year's event begins at 12pm on Tuesday 29 July 2025 outside the Volunteer on Honiton High Street.
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 Summer Art Week is back at Thelma Hulbert Gallery
 Check out an inspiring programme of art activities (£5 per activity) for 11 to 17-year-olds across a week of the summer holidays.
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Tuesday 19 August 2025 - 11am - 3pm - Cardboard Trainers: create an original cardboard sculpture of your favourite trainer.
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Wednesday 20 August 2025 - 11am - 3pm - Printmaking: create a body of prints in a relaxed environment.
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Thursday 21 August 2025 - 11am - 3pm - Darkroom Photography: experiment with light in the THG dark room.
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Friday 22 August 2025 - 11am - 3pm - Stitchtastic: mend and celebrate your clothes through colourful darning designs.
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Saturday 23 August 2025 - drop in to a Family Workshop For All Ages anytime between 11am - 3pm. No booking is required for this free (suggested donation £4) fun workshop for all the family, creating bug cut-outs with the Crafting Cowboy!
Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton EX14 1LX thelmahulbert.com
Discover more events in the local area by heading to the East Devon Excellence website
Share your views on the draft Pavement Licensing Policy
 Let the council know your thoughts about the draft Pavement Licensing Policy, which will guide how businesses can place tables, chairs, and other furniture on public highways for food and drink service.
Take part in the consultation before the deadline of 5pm on Tuesday 30 September 2025.
If you, or someone you know, is unable to complete an online survey, request a paper version, by emailing engagement@eastdevon.gov.uk. Please submit this request at least four days before the consultation closes, so that we receive the responses before the deadline.
 Council meetings dates
Over the next week the following East Devon District Council meetings are taking place:
You can watch public meetings live on the council’s YouTube channel.
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