See poster link for details:- CPR training sign
Read MoreAny Devon highway issues?
If you want to report a problem on Devon’s highways (potholes, flooding, etc.), use this link:- Report a problem
Read MoreRe-scheduled Himalayan evening
The Himalayan evening, which had to be-scheduled owing to heavy snow on the original date, will now be held on Monday 16th April, as detailed under EVENTS. Â The fun will consist of a slide show depicting Beth Huntley’s recent … Continue reading
Read MoreLaunching the SeaMoor Lotto
South Hams District Council and West Devon Borough Council are calling out to all community groups, charities, and good causes in the area who might be interested in being part of a new council run Lottery initiative. The SeaMoor Lotto … Continue reading
Read MoreBIGBURY NEWS – April 2018 edition
April’s BN is now available in the DOCUMENTS section of the Bigbury News GROUP. Select Bigbury News from the ‘drop down’ GROUPS header tab on the front page of the website. Scroll down the page, select DOCUMENTS and click on … Continue reading
Read MoreWarren Cottage and Bay View Cafe, Marine Drive, Bigbury on Sea
Valerie Scott, Chair of Bigbury’s Neighbourhood Planning Group, has asked that her letter to Matt Jones (SHDC, Planning Officer), on the topic of the proposed demolition of Warren Cottage and Bay View Cafe, be made publicly available – as follows.  … Continue reading
Read MoreCommunity Housing survey – do you need a home?
Following the recent press release about Community Housing, please see the following link to our poster advertising the survey:- Housing survey poster_final[1] Kind regards, Vicky Vicky Croughan │ Communications Specialist – BA(Hons), PGCE South Hams District Council │ West Devon Borough … Continue reading
Read MoreOIL THEFT REPORTED
A large quantity of oil has been reported as stolen from the oil tank situated at Orchard House in Ringmore. The oil has been removed by unknown means and the dates currently not specific as there is no damage to … Continue reading
Read MoreRefuse and Recycling update – Beast from the East 2
Due to the severe weather there may be some disruption to our refuse and recycling collections today, we are asking residents to please leave your refuse or recycling out as usual and we will endeavour to collect it if it … Continue reading
Read MoreNFIB Alert – False Telephone Preference Service Calls
False claims of Telephone Preference Service: Fraudsters are cold-calling victims, falsely stating that they are calling from one of the well-known UK telecommunication service providers. They call victims claiming to provide a ‘Telephone Preference Service’ – an enhanced call-barring service, … Continue reading
Read MoreSHDC On-line account roadshow: get help to set up your account
Wednesday 18th April  Bigbury On Sea – Bigbury Beach Car Park 2:45pm-4:15pm We will be in the branded South Hams white Educational Van: South Hams Council are running some events throughout the district where we are trying to encourage … Continue reading
Read MoreDevon and Cornwall Police looking for snow heroes
The appalling conditions and heavy snowfall impacted massively on communities in Devon and Cornwall. Â Police and partner agencies worked tirelessly to safeguard lives and to minimise disruption and on many occasions, without having to be asked, local volunteers pitched in … Continue reading
Read MoreNew Housing Opportunities Available
South Hams District Council is asking people who are looking for affordable or more suitable accommodation to complete a short questionnaire helping them to understand the housing need within the local area. Many people report that they cannot afford to … Continue reading
Read MoreUpdate on Bigbury Parish Neighbourhood Plan
Valerie Scott, Chairman of Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group, has provided the following update on the NP:- 1.Strategic Environmental Assessment – Draft Scoping Report now prepared. 2. Geophysical Report of site of Community Led Housing Scheme finished.  Does not show any anomalies … Continue reading
Read MoreEaster holiday road closure by Were Down, Aveton Gifford, 26th-30th March 2018
Details of the closure are accessible via the following link – Road closure
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What to do with your waste: a snow-related message from SHDC
Due to the extreme heavy snow and unsafe working conditions last week, South Hams District Council were unable to make many of the refuse and recycling collections in the District. The Council missed three full days of collections, which means … Continue reading
Read MoreAN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT BIGBURY GOLF CLUB
BIGBURY GOLF CLUB Bigbury on Sea South Devon TQ7 4BB 01548 810 557 enquiries@bigburygolfclub.co.uk Bigbury Bay Golf Club Ltd       Registered No. 6929632     Vat No. 236 1893 93 Dear Member … Continue reading
Read MoreAPPEAL AGAINST ST’ANN’S CHAPEL PLANNING DECISION ALLOWED
Flying in the face of local opinion – that of many residents of both Bigbury and Ringmore, of Bigbury Parish Council, of Bigbury’s Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group AND of SHDC – the appeal against the refusal of planning permission for … Continue reading
Read MoreNEPALESE NIGHT POSTPONED!
A message from Beth:- Owing to the appalling weather and icy road conditions, tonight’s Nepalese Night has been postponed. Watch this space for a re-scheduling announcement. With apologies for any inconvenience but you’ll have longer to save up for the … Continue reading
Read MoreNEPALESE NIGHT – AN UPDATE
Beth has some more information about the Nepalese Night in the Memorial Hall on Wednesday 28th Feb (see EVENTS for details). There will be a quiz, a raffle, an auction, and meal in addition to an interesting slide show of … Continue reading
Read MoreMacMillan fund-raising triumph
Well done Fiona Dukes and her team for raising the magnificent sum of £1303 at the Macmillan Mammoth Quiz night in the Memorial Hall.  You must have played your ‘Joker’! The funds will go to help the brilliant work that … Continue reading
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BAY VIEW CAFE – THE VIDEO!
Here's a short video about the Bay View Cafe and the struggle to keep it – as the story stands now. Of course things are likely to change and we could just have a pile of rubble in a few … Continue reading
Read MoreApplications to demolish Warren Cottage and Bay View Cafe: summary and call to action!
Valerie Scott has drafted a comprehensive summary of what has happened and what we need to do to prevent the demolition of Warren Cottage and Bay View Cafe – and the spread of Japanese Knot weed. Please read the following … Continue reading
Read MoreRepresentations on behalf of Bigbury Parish Council to SHDC, concerning recent applications for demolition of Warren Cottage and Bay View Cafe
Valerie Scott, Chair of the Neighbourhood Planning Group, writes:- I have been asked by the Chairman of Bigbury Parish Council to send to you the representations of Bigbury Parish Council to the above applications. The Parish Clerk is abroad at … Continue reading
Read MoreRevised Bay Cafe demolition application received
SHDC has now received a detailed application for the demolition of Bay Cafe as per the following link:- http://apps.southhams.gov.uk/PlanningSearchMVC/Home/Details/180470 A general discussion of the application is likely to be added to the relevant item on the PC Agenda for 14th … Continue reading
Read MoreBIGBURY NEWS – FEB 2018 EDITION
The February 2018 edition of Bigbury News is now available in the DOCUMENTS section of the Bigbury News GROUP. Click on the GROUPS pull down tab on the HOME page>BIGBURY NEWS>DOCUMENTS>February 2018 file. What a brilliant job our new … Continue reading
Read MoreSEEKING A BETTER BROADBAND SIGNAL?
The email communication set out below refers to the proposed installation of a new mast at Thurlestone Down which would offer many within the Bigbury Parish, particularly those living in Bigbury on Sea, a better Broadband signal. There will be … Continue reading
Read MoreVENUS CAFE – application to extend premises licence
Bigbury Parish Council has been told that SHDC’s Licensing Department has received an application from the Venus Company Ltd to vary the premises licence for Venus CafĂ©, Lower Car Park, The Warren, Bigbury on Sea, Kingsbridge, TQ7 4AZ. The application … Continue reading
Read MoreROAD CLOSURE – EASTON
The road through Easton will be closed between 0800-1600,12th-16th February to establish a new electricity supply to Long Easton. The precise timing of the closure is uncertain but it is unlikely to last throughout the stated closure period, according to … Continue reading
Read MoreSALSTONE CARING – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Saltstone Caring is a Befriending Charity based in Kingsbridge and we provide support to lonely and isolated people within our local parishes. We offer 2 hours per week for each person either by taking them out of their home for … Continue reading
Read MorePOSSIBLE LOSS OF TV SIGNAL IN CHALLABOROUGH AREA
Steve Radford of Parkdean’s Challaborough site has issued the following warning about possible interference to some parishioners’ TV signals, with apologies for late notice: ‘Due to recent storm damage we need to replace the digital receiver and mast on the … Continue reading
Read MoreSHDC Tightens its Belt
Deciding which services to protect and which ones to change It’s that time of year again when local authorities, Town and Parish Councils and the emergency services set their budget for the next financial year. As they look ahead they … Continue reading
Read MoreNEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN: PUBLIC’S SUGGESTIONS NEEDED FOR HERITAGE ASSETS, VIEWS & VISTAS
Valerie Scott will be placing leaflets and nomination forms in Holywell Stores for people to send in suggestions for the List of Local Heritage Assets and also asking people to let her have suggestions for important views and vistas to … Continue reading
Read MoreA COMMUNICATION FROM SHDC ABOUT BAY CAFE
Tel: 01803 861368 Email: communications@swdevon.gov.uk Council Committed to Protection of Community Assets A planning appeal challenging South Hams District Council’s decision to refuse permission for the redevelopment of the Bay View CafĂ© in Bigbury, has been dismissed by the Planning … Continue reading
Read MoreMinutes of Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group from 18th Jan 2018
See link:- Minutes of Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group 18 01 18
Read MoreBay View Cafe planning appeal dismissed!
This is brilliant news for the community coming hard on the heels of SHDC’s favourable delaying ruling on the application for demolition (see elsewhere on this site). Valerie Scott, Chair of the Neighbourhood Planning Group writes – ‘You will all … Continue reading
Read MoreJAPANESE KNOTWEED INFORMATION
With reference to the Bay Cafe site, in particular, the following link provides a wealth of information about Japanese Knotweed and how to deal with this invasive plant. Extermination is a long-term project requiring determination and dedication! https://www.naturaldevon.org.uk/home/devon-invasive-species-initiative/japanese-knotweed/control-of-knotweed/
Read MoreBAY CAFE DEMOLITION DELAYED
Many congratulations and thanks to all those people who wrote in to express their objections to the demolition of the Bay Cafe. The following notice (see link below) has been issued by SHDC’s planners who want more information prior to … Continue reading
Read MoreDEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING
You are invited and urged to attend a totally FREE CPR & defibrillator training event. The more people that are trained the better chance of saving lives ( feel free to bring along other members of your family old enough … Continue reading
Read MoreBAY CAFE DEMOLITION – PARISH COUNCIL’S RESPONSE
Bigbury Parish Council has responded to the application to demolish the Bay Cafe, Asset of Community Value, with the following letter to SHDC. Given the level of public interest in this matter, the Clerk has agreed to the publication on … Continue reading
Read MoreNeighbourhood Plan – update (January 2018)
See link for details:- Neighbourhood Plan Progress b 12 January 2018[2]
Read MoreDevon BASH awards 2018
We are pleased to announce the return of the Devon BASH Awards (Be Active, Be Safe, Be Healthy) which will take place on 23rd March 2018 at Westpoint, Clyst Mary, Exeter. Nominations are now open and we are welcoming entries … Continue reading
Read MoreCouncil Outlines Improvements for Kingsbridge
South Hams District Council has outlined improvements worth in excess of £600,000 for Kingsbridge’s Quay wall and Bus Station, during 2018. Plans for repair to a 50m stretch of the damaged Quay Wall are underway with the tender due to … Continue reading
Read MorePROPOSED DEMOLITION OF BAY VIEW CAFE & WARREN COTTAGE: OBJECT NOW, PLEASE!
The following link will take you to the South Hams Planning portal where Gallion Property Developers have just made an application to demolish Warren Cottage/Bay View Cafe after the 18 January. Our District Councillor, Beth Huntley, is up a mountain … Continue reading
Read MoreMISSING MAN FROM IVYBRIDGE
Document1 Devon and Cornwall Police are searching for a 35-year-old missing person, Daniel Dawes. CLICK ON THE DOCUMENT LINK, ABOVE, FOR A PHOTOGRAPH. Daniel has been missing from his place of residence in Ivybridge since Friday 29 December. Officers are … Continue reading
Read MoreA MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY 2018 TO ALL OUR READERS!
PS Don’t forget ‘Carols on the Green’ at 6.30pm on Christmas Eve.
Read MoreRose Owen’s thank you
To the Residents of Bigbury Parish At last week’s Parish Council Meeting I was presented with a gift of thanks for my contribution to the Parish of running the Bigbury News as Editor for the past 10 years. I would … Continue reading
Read MoreRe : CR/2017/0019 : Galion Homes (Bigbury) Limited vs South Hams District Council
Galion Homes (Bigbury) Ltd is taking the rejection of its appeal against the Asset of Community Value listing by SHDC of Bay View Cafe and Warren Cottage to a Tribunal, which is likely to take place in April/ May of … Continue reading
Read MoreBay Cafe appeal: don’t miss the final instalment!
The second day of the Bay cafe appeal will start tomorrow (Wednesday 20th) at 0930. It’s really bringing the community together to sing with one voice. Be there in the Memorial Hall to enjoy the ebb and flow of the … Continue reading
Read MoreACV status of Bay View Cafe maintained on appeal
The appeal against the listing of Bay View cafe as an Asset of Community Value has been rejected. Full details of the proceedings and the decision are available here:- Review of Listing on the Community Assets Register 111217[2]
Read MoreROYAL OAK PUB CAR PARK – 4 NEW HOUSES APPROVED BUT WILL THE PUB RE-OPEN?
Extracts from the Planning Officer’s report on the latest stage in developing this site (app. no. 2655/17/VAR) are included below. Site Address: Royal Oak, Road From St Anns Chapel Cross, Bigbury, TQ7 4AP Development: Variation of condition no.2 of planning … Continue reading
Read MorePlans for 4 new houses opposite the Pickwick Inn
A planning application (4120/17/FUL) has recently been submitted to SHDC to build 4 houses on the triangular piece of ground, which has long been neglected, opposite the Pickwick Inn. A snapshot of what it might look like is provided below.
Read MoreArmed officers to patrol key festive locations across Devon Cornwall and Dorset
Police in Devon, Cornwall and Dorset will be patrolling key locations and events over the festive period and the New Year with support from armed officers. Officers will be visibly carrying long-armed weapons to help offer further security and reassurance … Continue reading
Read MoreWestern Power Distribution – Affordable Warmth
Affordable Warmth aims to reduce fuel poverty across Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, by working with members of the community to reduce their fuel bills and to increase their knowledge and confidence about using energy wisely in the … Continue reading
Read MoreParish Council meeting – 13th December 2017
The meeting will start at 7.45pm i.e. later than usual. The Agenda can be found in the DOCUMENTS section of the Bigbury Parish Council GROUP.
Read MoreMARINE DRIVE CLOSURE
Click on link for details :- Marine Drive closure
Read MoreCHRISTMAS GREETINGS FROM DEVON & CORNWALL POLICE
Message sent by Linzi Berryman (Police, Community Messaging Officer, Devon and Cornwall) Throughout December Devon and Cornwall Police will be making sure that the region’s roads are a safe place for everyone. The annual Christmas operation to stop people driving … Continue reading
Read MoreNEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH – UPDATE
Damage has very recently been caused to the wall of ‘The Lodge’ in Rectory Road, Ringmore. This property is situated further up from the entrance to The Old Castle. No one has stopped or exchanged details with the owners and … Continue reading
Read MoreAppeal Hearing Notification – The Bay CafĂ©, Marine Drive, Bigbury on Sea, TQ7 4AS
Please reply to: Case Management Team (DM) South Hams – dm@southhams.gov.uk Follaton House, PlymouthRoad, Totnes. TQ9 5NE West Devon – dm@westdevon.gov.uk Kilworthy Park, Tavistock, PL19 0BZ Our ref: 1826/16/FUL Date: 1st December 2017 Dear Sir/Madam Appeal reference: APP/K1128/W/17/3171733 Proposal: Demolition … Continue reading
Read MorePrestigious Award for Hope Cove Life Boat
The highest award for volunteers in the United Kingdom, has been given to the Hope Cove Life Boat. The charity was one of five volunteer groups from Devon to receive the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, at a ceremony in … Continue reading
Read MoreCOMMUNITY OWNED ASSETS – AN EXAMPLE OF THE CHALLENGE
Here is an interesting example, from the Plunkett Foundation news, of the sort of financial challenge that communities face when taking over a commercial asset and running it themselves (see link), be it a cafe or a pub:- https://www.plunkett.co.uk/news/essex-village-pub-set-to-celebrate-becoming-community-owned-following-300000-campaign
Read MoreROSE OWEN’S RETIREMENT COLLECTION
As most people will know by now, Rose Owen will be retiring as Editor of Bigbury News after publication of the December 2017 issue, following many years of excellent service to the community in publishing this very popular and informative … Continue reading
Read MoreIMPORTANT! Bigbury Parish Neighbourhood Plan: VISION & OBJECTIVES FOR COMMUNITY COMMENT
The Bigbury Parish Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group is now preparing the Draft Neighbourhood Plan, which when complete will be subject to a six week consultation with the local community and with various statutory and non- statutory parties. As part of … Continue reading
Read MoreROAD CLOSURE: Challons Combe to Bowls Cross, 12th-16th February 2018
The road between Challons Combe and Bowls Cross will be closed for work by Western Power Distribution between 12th-16th Feb 2018. See following WPD notice for details and alternative route suggestion:- WPD
Read MoreTABLE TOP SALE SALE – MEMORIAL HALL
COME ALONG AND SELL YOUR UNWANTED XMAS PRESENTS FROM LAST YEAR, ETC. Please call Jill on 810651, to share the hall! New or good condition items INCLUDE:- television with dvd, clothes, shoes, slippers, linen, household wares, artificial xmas tree, etc … Continue reading
Read MoreQUIZ NIGHT – Friday 12th Jan 2018
See link for details:_ 2018quiz
Read MoreTHEFTS – LOCAL VEHICLES
Kingsbridge Police have been advised of a number of thefts from cars and vans as well as cars being stolen overnight. The thefts have occurred in Salcombe, Kingsbridge, Aveton Gifford and other villages. Vehicles stolen from Plymouth have occasionally been … Continue reading
Read MoreSPOONBILL SEEN ON THE AVON ESTUARY
John Ashton (of Aveton Gifford) recently captured these excellent photographs of a spoonbill around the Tidal Road. The species was last seen here in the 1980’s according to local bird expert, Rod Bone.
Read MoreMERVYN’S TRIUMPH
Mervyn Stutter took Bigbury’s packed Memorial Hall by storm on 9th November. “Really cheered me up”; “one of the best ever performances in the hall”; “a fantastic night’s entertainment” – just a few of the many comments about a show … Continue reading
Read MoreROAD CLOSURE: Challonscombe, nr Ashford, to Bowls Cross, Bigbury, 20-24 November 2017
Please be advised that circumstances and weather permitting, SWH will be undertaking essential highway maintenance works on behalf of Devon County Council between 20-24 November 2017. The road will be closed except for access to property. Precise timings are uncertain … Continue reading
Read MoreROAD CLOSURE : B3392 – St Anns Chapel Cross to Bigbury
Please be advised that circumstances and weather permitting, SWH will be undertaking essential highway maintenance works on behalf of Devon County Council, on Friday 10 November 2017. Please be aware however that these dates may still need to change with … Continue reading
Read MoreFUND RAISING FOR NIGHT LANDING SITE FOR DEVON AIR AMBULANCE – RINGMORE
Following a highly successful and very popular Fish & Chip Night at Fryer Tuck’s, Challaborough, attended by a good number of Bigbury residents, Steve Comley writes – ‘I am pleased to advise that together, with considerable thanks to Steve Chapman, … Continue reading
Read MoreCOMMUNITY WASTE SKIP BACK AGAIN!
Courtesy of Bigbury Parish Council, the ever-popular, supervised waste skip will be at St. Ann’s Chapel in the Memorial Hall car park on Saturday 11th November – 10.00a.m. until 4.00p.m. PLEASE NOTE: NO HARD CORE OR GARDEN WASTE WILL BE … Continue reading
Read MoreCelebrations in Challaborough! Waves Edge planning appeal rejected, AONB protected.
The residents of Challaborough have fought long & hard to squash an application to re-build a big house at Waves Edge on the sea front, adjacent to the coastal path – second house down as you walk from Bigbury-on-Sea. The … Continue reading
Read MoreAGENDA for Bigbury Parish Council meeting on 8th November 2017
Agenda – Meeting November 8th 2017 – Bigbury Parish Council A monthly meeting of Bigbury Parish Council will be held in the Memorial Hall, St Ann’s Chapel on WEDNESDAY 8th November at 7.30 p.m. The agenda is as follows:Apologies for … Continue reading
Read MoreLOCAL POSTMAN – A MESSAGE FROM HIS WIFE
Hello, I know we are not local to Bigbury or Bigbury on sea but I would like to speak on behalf of my husband Richard -your postie up until May of this year. Richard is awaiting a back operation. He … Continue reading
Read MoreENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS INCIDENTS
Following a local incident involving a potentially hazardous bonfire emitting noxious fumes and causing distress to neighbours, it may be worth pointing out that in the event of an environmental hazard the Environment Agency has a 24/7 hotline on 0800 … Continue reading
Read MoreStAnn’s Chapel planning appeal – IMPORTANT
Valerie Scott (Chairperson of Bigbury’s Neighbourhood Planning Group) writes – I enclose an article (Article re Planning Appeal St Ann’s Chapel ) about the planning appeal which has just been made in respect of the proposed development of 8 dwellings … Continue reading
Read MoreBigbury-on-Sea lay-by: ideas and suggestions invited
The Parish Council, which owns the lay-by, wishes to make this unusual community asset a more attractive site for both locals and holidaymakers. They seek the views of the local community to ensure the concept and design meet the expectations … Continue reading
Read MorePALM OIL WARNING – NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
Palm Oil A local resident has reported that there is Palm Oil washed up on the beach at Ayrmer Cove. If so, no doubt it will also be along our immediate coast line. Please stay alert and remember if your … Continue reading
Read MoreOPERATION CLEFT – SW drug dealers targeted
This is a message sent via Devon and Cornwall Alert. This information has been sent on behalf of Devon and Cornwall Police If people thought the South West was a soft target for the supply of drugs, think again. … Continue reading
Read MoreEASTON POTHOLES REPAIRED!
At last, the many potholes in the road on the Bigbury side of the parish boundary between Easton (Bigbury) and Ashford (Aveton Gifford) have been repaired although the much anticipated, wholesale resurfacing work didn’t happen over the summer months, as … Continue reading
Read MoreAVON ESTUARY FORUM
Anybody with an interest in the Avon Estuary is invited to the forthcoming Forum. See link below for details:- AEF invite and draft agenda[2]
Read MoreSetting a Balanced Budget – a warning from SHDC about fewer services & higher bills
Tel: 01803 861368 Email: communications@swdevon.gov.uk 10/10/2017 Recently councillors from South Hams District Council have been analysing how much money they have to spend in the next financial year and setting their priorities for how they would like to … Continue reading
Read MoreNew Amenity Group Representative Appointed To South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Partnership Committee
SOUTH HAMS SOCIETY PRESS RELEASE 9 October 2017 The South Devon AONB committee held its latest meeting at Blackpool Sands last week. In a move coordinated by the South Hams Society, a number of local amenity Groups combined together to … Continue reading
Read MoreA MESSAGE FROM OUR NEW PARISH FOOTPATH WARDENS
After years of excellent work the services of one volunteer, John Simes, have been taken over by two new volunteers Trish Bagley (01548810053 or email trishbagley@icloud.com) and Norman Botton (01548810385 or normanbotton@ hotmail.co.uk ).  Please contact either of us if … Continue reading
Read MoreLIGHT POLLUTION IN OUR AONB – BE AWARE!
We’re all familiar with the rubbish left on beaches and in our lanes but do you ever consider the effects of light pollution in our beautiful environment? See link for details:- http://www.southdevonaonb.org.uk/uploads/files/past_projects/Web_Light_Pollution_Overview.pdf
Read MoreBurglaries in Aveton Gifford & Ivybridge
Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward after receiving reports of burglary and theft in Aveton Gifford and Ivybridge. The incidents occurred overnight on Wednesday 4 – Thursday 5 October 2017. Unknown offenders gained access … Continue reading
Read MorePortugese-man-o’war found on Bigbury beach during beach clean!
Many of you will be aware of the recent reports of Portugese-man-o’war specimens being found on beaches of the South West. Well, Bigbury-on-Sea is not immune! One dead specimen of the potentially dangerous jelly fish was found washed up on … Continue reading
Read MoreMissing Salcombe man – 27 September 2017
This is a message sent via Devon and Cornwall Alert. This information has been sent on behalf of Devon and Cornwall Police (Please do not reply or forward this email directly; please use the Reply, Share buttons at the bottom … Continue reading
Read MoreLOCAL CRACKDOWN ON SPEEDING BOATS
Tel: 01803 861368 Email: communications@swdevon.gov.uk Rise in Speeding on Salcombe Harbour The Salcombe Harbour Office reports that there has been an unwelcome rise in the number of vessels caught speeding this year, within Salcombe Harbour and surrounding areas. … Continue reading
Read MoreTHEFT OF 9 PADDLE BOARDS at Bigbury-on-Sea: can you help?
Please see below report of theft of paddle boards from the Discovery Surf School on evening of 27th September 2017 We are devastated – at least 9 of our Red Paddle Ride stand up paddle boards were stolen last night … Continue reading
Read MoreINVITATION TO ONE-COUNCIL PRESENTATION – JOURNEY’S END, RINGMORE
See link for details:- One Council poster
Read MoreDCC warns against ID theft
Identify theft reaches epidemic levels says fraud prevention group  23 August 2017 Identify theft reaches epidemic levels Identity theft is reaching epidemic levels, warns fraud prevention group, Cifas. Identities are being stolen at a rate of almost 500 a … Continue reading
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Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police lead way with Digital Storage Detection Police Dogs
This is a message sent via Devon and Cornwall Alert. This information has been sent on behalf of Devon and Cornwall Police (Please do not reply or forward this email directly; please use the Reply, Share buttons at the bottom … Continue reading
Read MoreTHURLESTONE’S NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN – FINAL DRAFT FOR CONSULTATION
Below, you will find links to the final draft of Thurlestone’s Neighbourhood Plan, which is now going out for consultation, an overview of the entire process, and a summary of the plan for ease of reference. These documents were kindly … Continue reading
Read MoreNEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH – ALERT
Be aware- and take note. Extra Security. A large group of travellers has just descended upon and taken up camp at Ivybridge Train station car park ! Currently there are 11 caravans and trucks and hardly a space left to … Continue reading
Read MoreRE-scheduled parish council meeting
The parish council meeting postponed from 13th September 2017 has been re-scheduled for 7.30pm on Wednesday 20th September. The Agenda has been posted in the Parish Council GROUP > DOCUMENTS as below:- Agenda – Meeting September 20th 2017 – Bigbury … Continue reading
Read MorePLYMOUTH & S W DEVON JOINT LOCAL PLAN: UPDATE
Examination: News The Plymouth and South West Devon Joint Local Plan was submitted to the Planning Inspectorate on 31 July 2017. The Planning Inspectorate has appointed two Inspectors to examine the Plan. Wendy Burden BA DipTP MRTPI will lead the … Continue reading
Read MoreKINGSBRIDGE QUAY CONSULTATION – FEEDBACK
Tel: 01803 861368 Email: communications@swdevon.gov.uk SHDC Shares Kingsbridge Quay Consultation Feedback Earlier this year, South Hams District Council (SHDC) held a consultation to find out what residents thought about proposals to improve the Quay area of the town. Today … Continue reading
Read MoreNEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
Kingsbridge Police are receiving a number of reports this morning concerning cars that have been broken into overnight and property stolen. Do not leave any valuable items of property displayed within your vehicle when leaving unattended. If you should have … Continue reading
Read MoreNews article – no excuse for drink driving
This is a message sent via Devon and Cornwall Alert. This information has been sent on behalf of Devon and Cornwall Police (Please do not reply or forward this email directly; please use the Reply, Share buttons at the bottom … Continue reading
Read MoreThefts of metal from gardens in South Devon
Thefts of metal from gardens in South Devon – CR-078290-17 This is a message sent via Devon and Cornwall Alert. This information has been sent on behalf of Devon and Cornwall Police (Please do not reply or forward this email … Continue reading
Read MoreBAY CAFE DEVELOPMENT REFUSAL TO GO TO APPEAL
Our ref: 1826/16/FUL Date:Â 13 September 2017 Dear Sir/Madam Appeal reference: APP/K1128/W/17/3171733 Proposal: Demolition of existing buildings and the proposed development of 4 detached four-bedroom houses and new landscaping on the site formerly known as the Bay Cafe Location: The … Continue reading
Read MorePOSTPONEMENT OF PARISH COUNCIL MEETING OF 13th September 2017
IMPORTANT NOTICE – Meeting Postponement BIGBURY PARISH COUNCIL MEETING September 13th 2017 This notice is to advise of the postponement of the monthly Bigbury Parish Council meeting scheduled to be held on Wednesday September 13th 2017. This postponement is as … Continue reading
Read MoreBEACH CLEAN – BIGBURY-ON-SEA: 30th September
If you’d like to help keep the beaches around the estuary free of rubbish, you can come along on Saturday 30th September at 10.00am for a 1 – hour beach clean. The event is being organised by Amanda Keetley from … Continue reading
Read MoreSuspicious £20 notes – BE AWARE!
This email has been sent out specifically to local businesses in the Ringmore and Bigbury area. Please note the content of the below Police Alert and act accordingly. Bear in mind, often is the case, banks will not accept forged … Continue reading
Read MoreNeighbourhood Plan – Steering Group Minutes from July 2017
The Minutes are now available in the DOCUMENTS section of the NP GROUP. Pull down the NP GROUP from the Home Page menu bar > DOCUMENTS > Search under Minutes of NPG.
Read MoreLANDLORD FORUMS
poster for forums Citizens Advice South Hams are holding Landlord Forums in conjunction with South Hams District Council in September. The forums are to raise awareness of forthcoming changes to regulations around private rentals and the support available in achieving … Continue reading
Read MoreNEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH ALERT
Neighbourhood Watch – RINGMORE Please see the information below – this is the garage on the corner of the turning toward Dartmouth. Police are investigating an incident which occurred this morning at about 0130hrs. A green telehandler was used to … Continue reading
Read MoreBLACK SWANS ON THE AVON
According to Devon Birds’ website, 4 Black Swans have been seen recently on the Estuary. Click here for details:- https://www.devonbirds.org/news/bird_news/devon_bird_sightings?blogEntry=15278 Black swans on the Devon Avon
Read MorePRODUCE SHOW – GET YOUR ENTRIES READY!
Click here for details:- Bigbury Produce Show 2017
Read MoreFLORAL GET-TOGETHER
Fourteen ladies from Bigbury and Easton, and a granddaughter of one of them, recently enjoyed a pleasant morning together at Gill Peet’s lovely home overlooking Burgh Island. Gill has run several of these events in the past for the ‘Bigbury … Continue reading
Read MoreUPDATE: One Council – Have your say
South Hams District Council and West Devon Borough Council have now launched their consultation on a proposal to create one single new council. Although South Hams and West Devon already share one workforce their political structures and decision making processes … Continue reading
Read MoreSAVE BANTHAM CAMPAIGN
Whatever your views about the proposed changes to Bantham, users of the Bigbury Community website may be interested to know about the Save Bantham resources, including information and updates. The Save Bantham website provides key information about Nicholas Johnson’s change … Continue reading
Read MoreBig Day for Area as Joint Local Plan is Formally Submitted
The Plymouth and South West Devon Joint Local Plan has now been submitted! It’s an historic day for planners across the three councils; Plymouth City Council, South Hams District Council and West Devon Borough Council as the entire plan and … Continue reading
Read MoreOne-Council Consultation Approved
28.07.17 South Hams District Council has agreed that the proposal to create one new council should be put to public consultation. The same decision was made by West Devon Borough Council on Tuesday. A consultation will now begin in August … Continue reading
Read MoreAONB ESTUARIES’ BIOSECURITY PLAN PUBLISHED
The AONB Estuaries Partnership has produced the following biosecurity plan to help stop the spread of marine non-native species around the South Hams. Salcombe Biosecurity Plan The risks of an invasive non-native species in the Avon Estuary are relatively low … Continue reading
Read MoreApplication to Name and Number a New Street – HINGSTON RISE, BIGBURY VILLAGE
Application to Name and Number a New St – Ref: 469752 The attached maps show the location and plan of a new development in Bigbury. Click on the links to view:- ROYAL OAK_Layout plan Royal Oak_Location plan The street naming … Continue reading
Read MoreFOOTPATH WARDEN VACANCY
Click on the link for details provided by John Simes, the retiring Warden: Footpath Warden advert!
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