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In for the long run
The Marathon des Sables is described by Discovery Channel as ‘The Toughest Footrace on Earth’. In the 2013 event, Jo Meek was the second female to cross the finish, and is still the highest placed British finisher. Read more
The Trendle - Tavistock’s prehistoric settlement
In a field on the edge of Tavistock owned by Mount Kelly is a prehistoric earthwork with a bank and ditch which encloses an area of about 0.7 hectares. It is situated on a hillslope which overlooks the Wallabrook stream and the River Tavy and has fin Read more
Repairing the path to Haytor Quarry with Second Sunday Volunteering
Shake up your lazy Sundays by joining Rangers Bill and Stuart in restoring and maintaining the stunning Haytor area. This month we are continuing the great works to improve access into and around the fascinating Haytor Quarry. Thanks to an amazing e Read more
Making the most of summer
Making the most of summer I always look forward to the hot days and holidays in August but the sad reality is that following August comes September and the harsh reality that autumn is about to arrive - sorry to bring it up! Although there are loads Read more
Award for Tavistock Oxfam team
Award for Tavistock Oxfam team Volunteers at Oxfam Books and Music shop in Tavistock, recently won a Trading Excellence Award. Sarah Shepherd, Helen Moore, Linda Worsey and a few other volunteers who help out at busy times such as Christmas, have bee Read more