 Credit: The Tar Barrels of Ottery St Mary (scheduled for Wednesday 5 November 2025)
In this week's newsletter, read about these stories and more:
Marlcombe recognised in national programme for next-generation new towns
 Marlcombe, East Devon’s newest community, has been recommended as one of just 12 new towns across England in the government’s New Towns Taskforce Report. This means that the town will benefit from additional funding, expertise, and national recognition.
New Beach and Cliff Management Plan for Budleigh Salterton in development
 A new plan to help reduce the risks of coastal erosion, cliff falls, flooding and climate change in Budleigh is being prepared by East Devon District Council and South West Flood & Coastal. Community involvement will be central to the project, with five rounds of engagement planned. The first round of engagement is scheduled for December 2025.
Council’s “outstanding commitment” to animal welfare recognised at RSPCA awards
 East Devon District Council has received the Gold award in Animal Activity Licensing at the RSPCA PawPrints Awards 2025. The prestigious honour recognises the council’s leadership in raising welfare standards across animal-related businesses through robust regulation, close partnership working, and a strong focus on animal welfare.
Where does my recycling and waste go?
 East Devon residents are outstanding at recycling. Our area is one of the best performing in England, with a recycling rate of around 60%. Find out more about where this recycling ends up, on the Recycling webpages.
After we recycle everything we can, everything else, known as residual waste, goes to the Energy from Waste plant in Exeter, run by Devon County Council. This means that East Devon District Council does not use landfill to dispose of waste collected from households.
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 Bat monitoring scheme launches in Holyford Woods
 The project is being supported by funding held in trust by the Axe Vale & District Conservation Society.
To help guide future habitat management, long-term data is being gathered on which species are using roost boxes at Holyford Woods, how frequently, and in what ways. 12 different species of bats have previously been recorded at Holyford Woods, such as rare species like the Bechstein’s bat and the barbastelle.
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 Events in East Devon
Take part in the Conquer Challenge for a chance to win prizes
 The Conquer Challenge is designed to inspire you to get active at LED Community Leisure Centres, whether that's in the gym, classes, swimming, squash or badminton. Download the app, set a personal goal, and attend 10 times in October, for a chance to win prizes.
 Last chance to see Devon Open Studios exhibition
 Artist-in-Residence, Kat Blockley, will be at Thelma Hulbert Gallery on Saturday 4 October 2025, the final day of the Devon Open Studios exhibition. Come and have a chat while watching her work on a stunning textile piece featuring 30 rare breed sheep. Kat Blockley is one of five artists featured in the Devon Open Studios exhibition in THG's Upstairs Gallery.
Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton EX14 1LX thelmahulbert.com
Have you got something that needs mending?
Volunteers at your local free Repair Café may be able to help. This Saturday, 4 October 2025, drop into either Axminster Waffle House, Broadhembury Memorial Hall, or Exmouth Methodist Church, between 10am - 1pm.
Discover more events in the local area by heading to the East Devon Excellence website
 Active consultations and surveys
 Aerial view of Cranbrook (c) Still Imaging
If you, or someone you know, is unable to complete an online consultation or 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 the response is received 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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