1. Council acts to protect Exmouth's seawall

    19 May 2026

    East Devon District Council (EDDC) has issued the following statement explaining the actions that it is taking to repair Exmouth's seawall.

  2. Successful day at inaugural Axminster Gate to Plate

    19 May 2026

    Earlier this month Axminster hosted over 65 food and drink producers alongside a varied entertainment programme at the inaugural Axminster Gate to Plate festival.

  3. £2 all-day winter parking offer returns to East Devon

    19 May 2026

    From Wednesday, 1 November 2023 to the end of March 2024, you can park until midnight at East Devon District Council (EDDC) car parks* for just £2.

  4. Tenants trained to be representatives at the council's housing service

    19 May 2026

    As part of East Devon District Council's (EDDC) commitment to boosting tenant satisfaction, lots of opportunities are being provided for tenants to be actively involved in its housing service.

  5. Exmouth awarded Gold at Britain in Bloom Awards

    19 May 2026

    Exmouth’s outstanding success in Britain in Bloom National Finals 2023 follows the award of Gold and the town’s recognition as the Champion of Champions at this year’s South West in Bloom Awards.

  6. Help design Cranbrook’s new town centre and you could win £50!

    19 May 2026

    Local people can share their ideas on how Cranbrook’s new town centre should look.

  7. East Devon community groups benefit from decarbonisation grants

    19 May 2026

    East Devon District Council (EDDC) has awarded 23 grants to community organisations and local tourism businesses as part of the district’s Culture, Leisure, and Tourism Fund.

  8. Help available for Devon residents struggling with the cost of living this winter

    19 May 2026

    Thousands of Devon residents who are struggling with the cost of living can get extra support again this winter.

  9. Future of Seaton Jurassic Centre to be considered

    19 May 2026

    Councillors at East Devon District Council (EDDC) will be asked to ratify a decision by its Cabinet to progress a way forward for the Seaton Jurassic site.

  10. Caring for nature is a priority for East Devon

    19 May 2026

    The most comprehensive report on wildlife in the UK, the State of Nature, warns that one in six species are facing the threat of extinction in Great Britain. The report shows that the species studied have, on average, declined by 19% in the UK since monitoring began in 1970. It also shows that most of the important habitats for nature in the UK are in poor condition but restoration projects, like those taking place in East Devon, have clear benefits for nature, people and responding to climate change.

  11. Mark Williams has announced his retirement as Chief Executive of East Devon District Council

    19 May 2026

    Mark joined the Council as Assistant Chief Executive in August 2000 and was promoted to the position of Chief Executive two years later.

  12. East Devon District Council writes to MPs about the government's 'flawed' housing targets

    19 May 2026

    In an open letter to MPs, East Devon District Council's Leader, and the Portfolio Holder for Strategic Planning, express the Strategic Planning Committee's concerns about the pressures imposed by new houses.

  13. LED Open Weekend offers free exercise classes and children's activities

    19 May 2026

    Free exercise classes, gym sessions, fun activities and children's events will be on offer at LED Community Leisure centres across East Devon.

  14. East Devon’s youngest councillor juggles A-Levels and elections

    19 May 2026

    In May, 18 year-old Violet Bonetta was elected as East Devon District Council's youngest councillor, at the same time she was revising for her exams, and preparing to enter the world of work.