Congratulations to Barry Young of Brixham Trawler Agents who netted the James Wright Award for Inspirational Leader at the recent Torbay Business Awards. The award celebrated leadership, sector contribution and long-term influence within the region’s vital fishing...
The heritage sailing trawler Vigilance of Brixham has passed its final safety inspection and has been cleared to carry passengers, paving the way for the start of public cruises this summer. The vessel celebrates its centenary in 2026 following a major...
A blister pack recycling scheme is coming to Brixham! In collaboration with Prospect Brixham CIC, Hanna Beaumont aka Me & The Plastic Sea is introducing a new recycling scheme to the town. Blister packs are notoriously difficult to recycle due to being made from...
The brand new Torbay Literary Festival is being held at The Palace Theatre, Paignton between 10th-15th August 2026, and a whole raft of famous writers will be appearing including: Georgia Toffolo, Anne Widdecombe, Oscar Wilde’s grandson Merlin Holland; superstar DJ...
Ben Smith is raising money for Motor Neurone Disease Association On November 22, 2025, I will be participating in a walk from Oxen Cove to the Berryhead hotel in Brixham to raise awareness and funds for those living with or affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND)....
Hoist the colours and raise a tankard, fer we be celebratin’ the grand unveil of the mural commissioned in honour o’ none other than Captain Blackheart’s 80th voyage ‘round the sun! A mighty thank ye to the talented artist Sketch, whose brush be as bold as a cannon...
Torbay Jobs Fair returns on Friday 10th October from 9am-12pm at Torquay Town Hall. This is a free annual event for businesses and job-seekers, delivered by Torbay Council.
Torbay Council would like to hear from those who live or work in the Bay on how services are delivered in the future. In March 2025, Torbay Council’s Cabinet considered how to respond to the Government’s request for initial proposals on Local Government Reorganisation...
Do you work in the tourism sector within the South Devon area? The English Riviera Days Out group would like to invite you to their second annual showcase on 8th May at Occombe Farm where you can learn more about their unique experiences and how your guests can create...
Brixham is set to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe and honour the memory of those who lost their lives with over 40 free public events. This occasion, supported by the Brixham Lottery, will see the town transform into a hub of...
Brixham Future have confirmed plans for the painting of three new murals in Brixham. The first new mural site is on the corner of Middle Street and Apter Hill, on the high side elevations. The intended mural takes inspiration from our local heritage fleet including...
Round 2 closed on the 1st August and the judges made Awards to the following organisations in Brixham: Round 2 Brixham Theatre - £2,000. Equipment for National Theatre performances Play Torbay - £2,100. Forest school sessions for local home schooled children Three...