Dawlish News

Taylor Wimpey Exeter has donated £500 to a community allotment project in Dawlish that aims to help enhance individuals physical and mental health, as well as increase wellbeing opportunities in the area.

POLICE are encouraging the public to attend at upcoming community surgery at a Teignbridge village hall. Members of the Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Combeinteignhead Village Hall on Saturday, June 6.

Keep up-to-date with what's going on in your area. We are investigating a serious road traffic collision near Dawlish on Monday 1 June and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward. Officers were called at 7.05am to a two-vehicle road traffic collision on Colley Lane near Dawlish.

FIRE crews were called to a property in Valley Close, Teignmouth, yesterday evening (Wednesday, June 3) after reports of a battery pack on fire in a garage. Emergency services received the call and mobilised appliances from Teignmouth and Dawlish.

A 43-YEAR-OLD man drowned in a hot tub, a coroner has revealed. The Exeter hearing heard she called the emergency services but despite paramedics giving him CPR Barry, who lived in Dawlish, could not be saved.

A MUCH-LOVED area of public green space in Dawlish could be taken over by a community group. The Newhay, next to St Gregory’s Church, is Glebe land belonging to the Diocese of Exeter but it’s future is in doubt after Teignbridge Council failed to renew its lease on the site.

DAWLISH Coastguard has issued a reminder about water safety following two recent incidents along the South Devon coast. The team was called to Dawlish Warren just before 8pm on May 29 following reports of a person in difficulty in the water.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision near Dawlish that left a motorcyclist with serious injuries. Emergency services were called to Colley Lane at around 7.05am on Monday, June 1, following a collision involving a white Ford Transit van and a black Honda ...

SOUTH West Water says there has been no sewage discharge at Dawlish beach despite reports of a spill on Monday. Surfers Against Sewage had reported a discharged at Dawlish Town on Monday at 6.30pm and warned against bathing at the location.

A COUPLE have completed a marathon kayak trip to raise money to help Dawlish residents. Mark Jones, leader of the ROC church and his wife Jo, have made it to the end of their 200 mile kayak ride along the Danube river.

Time to give a round of applause to three local theatre groups which have all won regional awards for their productions. Shaldon Theatre Company, Newton Abbot Musical Comedy Society and Dawlish Musical Theatre Company all triumphed in the annual NODA (National Operatic and Dramatic Association) ...

BEACHGOERS in Dawlish are being warned of a sewage discharge being reported by Surfers Against Sewage. The campaign group says there has been a discharge at Dawlish Town at 6.30pm yesterday, Monday.

Keep up-to-date with what's going on in your area. Teignmouth and Dawlish rural Neighbourhood team are holding a police and community's together meeting at the Combeinteignhead village Hall on Saturday 6th June at 10:00 until 11:00.

A TWO night stay at a popular Dawlish hotel is up for grabs as part of a local businesswoman’s fundraiser for a Cyprus-based dog rehoming charity. Chrissy Marks of Signature Hair and Beauty has been raising money for Saving Pound Dogs Cyprus (SPDC) for several years.

Two councillors with strong community roots have been appointed to lead Devon County Council’s civic duties for the coming year. Councillor Dawson, who represents the Dawlish division, brings a wealth of experience to the role, serving in local government at town, district and county level.

People who offer their time and skills free of charge to local organisations in Teignbridge are being recognised during Volunteers’ Week, June 1 to 7. Volunteering in Health helps people in Teignmouth, Dawlish and Chudleigh to make positive changes to their health and wellbeing.

URGENT work has had to be carried out to a tree in Dawlish. Significant cracks and splits were found along the main trunk of the mature Red Oak in the War Memorial Garden. Dawlish Town Council says, following an assessment, it was clear the tree might affect nearby property, power lines and users of ...

FIREFIGHTERS in Dawlish have raised more than £1,000 for a charity close to their hearts. The crew from Dawlish Fire Station raised money for The Fire Fighters Charity on Saturday, May 30, with their annual car wash.

ALMOST 60 local residents and climate advocates, gathered in Dawlish for the latest community screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing film. Following the 50-minute film, there was a general discussion with attendees describing their reaction.

Police at Dawlish Warren Beach where a large group of young people had gathered (Image: Teignmouth and Dawlish Police). Police have issued a warning to parents ahead of half term after officers seized alcohol from young people at a gathering on a beach in Devon.

MOTORISTS in Dawlish are poised for more misery as work to upgrade the gas network moves onto phase two. The project is ‘progressing well’, according to Wales & West Utilities. But the next phase will involve a month of disruption as multi-way traffic lights will needed.

DAWLISH Liberal Democrat councillor Rosie Dawson will chair Devon County Council for the next year. Cllr Dawson, who served as vice-chair last year, was voted into the top job at a full meeting of the authority.

A FOOTBRIDGE in Dawlish has been closed temporarily by Teignbridge council. The footbridge at Brook Street has had to be shut for safety reasons after an unsafe board was found. Emergency repairs are scheduled for tomorrow morning, Friday May 29.

A FORMER keen sea swimmer in Dawlish has taken to the water again for the first time in many years, inspiring her Dawlish care home to launch a brand-new swimming club for those living there.

COASTGUARDS in Dawlish were called out yesterday to reports of a wind surfer in distress. The emergency call had been made by a member of the public who was worried for the wind surfer’s welfare.

POLICE focused on engagement and education during a large gathering of young people at Dawlish Warren beach. A large number of alcohol seizures were made by police at Friday’s (May 22) gathering, which saw young people from across South Devon attend.

AUTHOR and curator Hettie Judah’s appearance at a community event in Dawlish proved a sell-out. The Good Space, the independent creative venue in the town, hosted the evening with Hettie, the author of How To Enter The Art World After, as part of her south west tour of what she called ‘After ...

KEEPING Dawlish ‘cool’ was the theme of this year’s Turn The Tide festival. Held at Dawlish Community College while work is being completed in the town centre, the festival was an opportunity to celebrate the coast, community and environment.

COASTGUARD rescue teams responded to three separate incidents along the South Devon coast over the weekend, including reports of a person cut off by the tide at Teignmouth. The first call-out came late on May 22 when Dawlish Coastguard, working alongside the RNLI, searched for a struggling rower ...

A POLICEMAN on a Penny Farthing was one of the eye-catching sights in Dawlish for this year’s Vintage Cycle Ride. Cyclists taking part wore suitable costumes including flat caps and vintage dresses for the annual event.

Slowly cruising down the Devon coastline with an air-cooled engine has a unique magic. A new event near Dawlish will celebrate this lifestyle over a long weekend next month. This weekend escape is more than just a car show.

As beachgoers bask in the May sunshine, Teignmouth, Shaldon and Dawlish Town Councils are basking in pride at achieving awards for the excellence of their seashores. The coveted Blue Flag award has been given to Dawlish Warren Beach, recognising excellent water quality, environmental standards, ...

DON’T forget that firefighters in Dawlish will be raising money for a charity close to their hearts this weekend. The crew from Dawlish Fire Station will be raising money for The Fire Fighters Charity on Saturday, May 30.

VOLUNTEERS at Dawlish Museum are gearing up for this season’s opening which will feature the 30th anniversary of Dawlish footballers winning at Wembley. Despite the building being covered in scaffolding, the museum will be open as usual from June 3.

DAWLISH Marina Bowling Club held their annual taster day on Sunday, May 10, in the sunshine. They had a fantastic response with 23 people through the door and a definite 16 for coaching with some more possibles.

Five beaches across Teignbridge have been recognised among the country’s best after receiving prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Awards for summer 2026. The council also thanked local authorities and councils that helped fund the applications, including Dawlish Town Council, Teignmouth Town Council ...

A VILLAGE hall in a rural Teignbridge village is set to host a police surgery. Members of the Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Ideford Village Hall on Friday, May 29.

POLICE in Teignmouth and Dawlish will be out in force tonight in response to information about gatherings of young people. Officers say information has been received that such groups are arranging to get together tonight at locations across South Devon.

Keep up-to-date with what's going on in your area. Teignmouth and Dawlish rural Neighbourhood policing team are holding their monthly Police and Community's together meeting on 29th May at the Ideford village hall from 10:30 - 11:30 hrs.

Keep up-to-date with what's going on in your area. Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood policing  team are holding their monthly Police and Communities' together meeting at the Pavilions in Starcross on 28th May from 10:30 -  11:30 hrs.