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Dog Restrictions Return to Sections of Westward Ho! Beach from 1st May 2026
30-04-2026 22:24 As the days grow longer and the weather improves, many residents and visitors will be looking forward to spending more time outdoors, including trips to the beach. With this in mind, Torridge District...
Parks reopen across Torridge after £210,000 refurbishment works
30-04-2026 22:19 Torridge District Council is pleased to announce that four play areas in East-the-Water, Bideford; Hartland and Winkleigh have recently been opened following £210,000 worth of refurbishment works.   ...
Torridge District Council urges pet owners to check who's looking after their best friend while they're at work or on holiday
12-04-2026 13:35 Going on holiday is one of life's great pleasures, yet for pet owners it can be a bit of a headache.  For those who don't have friends and family who are happy to take care of their animals whilst the...
Prepare for Summer Gardening with Torridge District Council's Green Waste Collection Service
26-03-2026 20:17 As the weather in Torridge begins to warm up, many of us are making the most of the brighter days by getting out into our gardens to tidy up and prepare for the summer season, often resulting in a bui...
Easter Waste and Recycling Collections in Torridge 2026
22-03-2026 22:11 With the Easter bank holiday fast approaching, Torridge District Council is reminding residents that there will be some changes to their usual waste and recycling collection days.    All refuse and ...
Train track renewals - Crediton area
21-03-2026 22:00 From Saturday 21 until Sunday 29 March, the railway line between Exeter and Barnstaple, and the line out to Okehampton, will be closed for track work and other essential maintenance.   This means th...