Devon Communities Together

02/06/2026

🚨 Community Emergency Hubs are community-run spaces where local people can come together to support one another and take swift, safe and effective action in those crucial early moments before emergency services arrive.

Devon Communities Together is providing a FREE Community Emergency Hub kit to 100 communities across the county (first come first served). To be eligible for a kit you need to do three things:
1️⃣ Interested community members should attend an online workshop (link below)
2️⃣ A suitable location within the community must be agreed and identified
3️⃣ The community should be notified about the hub

Join one of the FREE sessions (6pm - 7pm on the 3rd June or 1pm - 2pm on the 10th June) to find out more about Community Emergency Hubs, and you will be one step closer to creating a more resilient and prepared community 💚

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A collection of our events that support Community Resilience and Emergency Planning, workshops and DCRF Forum events

02/06/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens on a bat walk? Intrigued by what you might see? Come along to Springwater Farm on the Killerton Estate, Exeter, on 24th June at 8.45pm for a fun, informative walk, open to anyone who'd like to know more about bats and would enjoy seeing them in their natural environment!

Book your free space here https://www.bats.org.uk/events/springwater-farm-sunset-bat-walk or search Connecting People and Landscapes events.

This is being run as part of the Connecting People and Landscapes in a Changing Climate project, which brings together farmers, landowners and communities across the South-West and beyond to create a more resilient landscape in the face of a changing climate.

A big thank you to The The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the players for making this possible!

Bat Conservation Trust South Devon National Landscape East Devon National Landscape Devon Wildlife Trust

02/06/2026

It is Volunteers' Week this week and we want to say a great big THANK YOU to all the amazing volunteers across Devon's rural and coastal communities! 💚⭐

Whether you support your Village Hall, local school, community transport scheme, emergency planning, library, food bank, are a flood warden, a road warden...the list goes on...your contribution and support in your community is so valuable and it couldn't be done without you!

Tag someone who deserves a special mention and thank those that make our communities thrive 🤩

Action with Communities in Rural England - ACRE Libraries Unlimited Devon Access to Services Devon Connect Devon Voluntary Action Involve Mid Devon - Volunteer Hub North Devon Voluntary Services - NDVS

Volunteers' Week 2026 is here. 🎉

A week for us to celebrate the millions that make a difference to our society, shining a light on the power of kindness, generosity, and community spirit. We can't wait to see what you're all doing to celebrate. Don't forget to tag and let's work together to thank more volunteers than ever before.

02/06/2026

! 🤩 What will you choose today?!

⭐ From learning about writing a successful funding bid to setting up a social enterprise and business planning, we hope that you will find something interesting to join. There are sessions running throughout the year, so take a look and make sure you book, some sessions are nearly full!

If you are looking for something more bespoke or are interested in group training for your organisation, please contact us directly and one of our team can chat it through with you 😀

**Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise organisations, based in East Devon or serving East Devon communities, are able to access fully funded places on our Devon Community Learning Programme. Full details in the booking links**

https://f.mtr.cool/bskxmmzhrm

Devon Community Learning provides a wealth of group learning, online courses and professional training opportunities for businesses, community groups, social enterprises, charities, local councils and individuals in Devon and beyond.

29/05/2026

Call for more volunteer road wardens in Devon as scheme marks 10th anniversary ⭐

We know volunteers are at the heart of resilient communities. From emergency planning to supporting neighbours during severe weather and local incidents, community volunteers help Devon stay connected, prepared and supported.

Road wardens help with simple but important tasks like clearing drains, reporting issues and helping keep local roads safe in their communities. It’s a great example of local people making a real difference where they live.

If you would like to play a practical role in helping your community, now could be the perfect time to get involved 💙

Read more here https://f.mtr.cool/gujrjyemkx

It’s 10 years since Devon County Council rolled out its community road warden scheme across the county, and to mark the milestone, councillors have issued a

28/05/2026

With only a few weeks to go until the “VCSEs Driving Devon’s Digital Inclusion Together” free event, we've already got some fantastic organisations coming along to collaborate on tackling digital exclusion here in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay - but there's still time for YOU to book your space and be part of this important conversation!

“VCSEs Driving Devon’s Digital Inclusion Together” is a free event in Exeter on 23rd July, bringing together VCSE organisations, community leaders and partners to explore how we can collectively tackle digital exclusion across Devon.

This event offers an opportunity to:
• Share experiences and best practice
• Discuss barriers to digital access and confidence
• Build cross-sector partnerships
• Explore practical, community-led solutions

If your organisation works within the VCSE, community development, education, digital skills or inclusion sectors (or has ambitions to in the future), this is your opportunity to connect and collaborate.

🎟️ Register for your free place: https://f.mtr.cool/ypypybwhah



Devon Voluntary Action North Devon Voluntary Services - NDVS TTVS Teignbridge CVS Involve - Voluntary Action in Mid Devon Exeter Community Initiatives POP Plymouth Octopus Local Spark: Torbay Community Supported Enterprise West Devon CVS Libraries Unlimited

28/05/2026

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It's that time of the week again when we share a look through a Rural Lens and while we usually have a video, this time we're sharing the perspective of someone not keen on being in front of camera - which is absolutely no problem. Everyone is welcome to look through the Rural Lens in whichever way they wish 🙂

So...what's the East Devon village of Lympstone like according to this resident? As with most places, there are positives and negatives ...
😃It's a lovely, friendly village
😃There are clubs to suit everyone such as gardening, tennis, football, crafting, art, choir, pilates, yoga, martial arts, bell-ringing, and ladies' and men's groups.
😃We've a village hall for community use and for birthday parties, film society, and drama productions.
😃There are footpaths which lead to green spaces, where we can observe the wildlife, as well as a cycle path, and allotments
😃We've only 1 pub as the other 3 have closed, and that's a shame! The cafe is doing well with the new owners though!

😔There's too much traffic already and this will get worse with the development of new residential properties.
😔 I worry about the safety of children walking and cycling in Lympstone. I'm a cyclist, but I get cross when cyclists go too fast.
😔Potholes!

Want to know more about what our Rural Lens campaign is all about? Find out more here 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/czhsdhvfuc

27/05/2026

Exciting news from Devon Communities Together!

We’re now offering our meeting facilities to hire, giving organisations, charities and businesses access to a professional and welcoming space in a convenient Exeter location.

Perfect for:
✔ Team meetings
✔ Confidential conversations
✔ Partnership catch-ups
✔ Training sessions
✔ Hot-desking

With easy access from the M5 in Exeter and nearby bus and train links, our affordable spaces make meeting simple, comfortable and stress-free.

Every booking also helps support our work with communities across Devon. 💚 Find out more: https://f.mtr.cool/zmhljorevg

26/05/2026

It is ! Would you like to understand the true cost of delivering your services in the VCSE sector?

We are delivering a specially designed online workshop which aims to help you understand 'Full Cost Recovery' by breaking down what it is, why it matters and how to confidently calculate and communicate your organisation's full costs to funders and commissioners:

📅 Thursday 18th June
⌚ 10am - 11.30am
💻 Online
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985715257790?aff=oddtdtcreator

Gain practical examples and simple tools that will help you embed this budgeting principal into your organisation⭐

**Fully Funded places for East Devon VCSE Organisations: Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise organisations, based in East Devon or serving East Devon communities, are able to access fully funded places on our Devon Community Learning programme. More information in the booking link**

24/05/2026

Making a few simple changes to your garden could make a big difference to local wildlife. It doesn't matter how small or big your garden is! Join a FREE lunchtime online event packed with tips about how you can turn your outside space into a wildlife haven!

🎫Thursday 4th June 2026 12pm-1pm. Book your space here: www.bats.org.uk/events/making-space-for-wildlife

This is being run as part of the Connecting People and Landscapes in a Changing Climate project, which brings together farmers, landowners and communities across the South-West and beyond to create a more resilient landscape in the face of a changing climate.

A big thank you to The The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the players for making this possible!

Bat Conservation Trust South Devon National Landscape East Devon National Landscape Devon Wildlife Trust