The Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon is set to start work on a new silver gallery after being given a funding boost from the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the Wolfson Foundation.

Landlords, letting agents and tenants are being urged to prepare for major changes to the private rented sector as the first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act comes into effect on 1 May 2026.

Owners of vacant properties are being urged to make the most of assistance available to them through North Devon Council as it supports National Empty Homes Week (9-15 March).

As a new year begins, the Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon's Potted History project is revving up for a flying start under the capable leadership of archaeologist Sonia Guerrini.