Lydford bus timetable change
The timetable for the Stagecoach route 118 bus which serves Lydford has been changed, with effect from 5th April 2026. The new timetable is available here
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Vacancy on the parish council
A Councillor vacancy on Lydford parish council has arisen due to the sad loss of Councillor Brian Cook, who has regrettably had to stand down from the council for personal reasons after many years service to the community, including a long spell as Chair of the council. The council is now looking to fill the…
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Scam Warning: Fake QR Codes
Lydford Parish Council has been alerted to a fraudulent parking scam operating in this car park involving counterfeit QR code stickers. The Dartmoor National Park Authority and the police have been notified. Please follow the guidance below to protect your financial data. How to Stay Safe:DO NOT SCAN: Avoid using QR codes to pay for…
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Community Emergency Plan (Updated)
In light of recent events and call-outs, the parish council has updated its Emergency Plan. The page also provides a link to the Home Emergency Plan which the council has produced as an aide-memoire for residents, outlining the kind of information which should be to hand in all households in case of any emergency. The…
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Fire and Rescue Service survey
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are asking for the community’s help. They are starting to develop their new Community Risk Management Plan and are conducting a survey, asking for your opinions and ideas. The poster advertising the survey can be found here The survey itself can be found here
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Sources of grant funding – February 2026
The following sources of potential funding are being circulated for public awareness – Small grants – King Charles III Charitable Fund Grants for social inclusion and health and wellbeing projects, to registered non profit organisations. Closing date for applications is 11th February How to apply | Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust Grants for improving or restoring…
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Extra security against Cyber attacks
The latest advice from Neighbourhood Watch experts. FREE EXTRA SECURITY FOR YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNTS When it comes to your home, we all know the routine: lock the front door, check the windows, leave a light on connected to a timer switch, and maybe set the alarm if you have one. We do it to protect…
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Home Energy Advice
The council has been in contact with Better Housing Better Health a local charity who work with people who might be in need of advice on their energy uses at home. They can help residents who might otherwise be at risk of living in fuel poverty to access advice and support. Their website contains a…
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Combat online fraud
159 works in the same way as 101 for the police or 111 for the NHS. It’s the number you can trust to get you through to your bank safely and securely, every time. So if you think someone is trying to trick you into handing over money or personal details – stop, hang up and…
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Trains from Okehampton
GWR have given notice that from Saturday 8th March to Friday 14th March there will be no train services between Okehampton and Exeter St Davids because of essential track work and to enable the new Okehampton Interchange station. Replacement buses will be provided. John Bright
