The parish council has received a consultation request regarding an application for Permission in Principle (PiP) to erect one affordable dwelling or one local-needs custom self-build dwelling at Plot 6, Hawthorn Park EX20 4BD. Given the concerns raised when an earlier application for the same plot was received in April 2026, Councillors have decided to…
West Devon Borough Council has announced increased support for those who might be in fuel crisis. This will include crisis payments for low-income households and help for practical everyday essentials including slow cookers, electric blankets and other basics that could help households through the coming winter. Residents can find out more and how to apply…
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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