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November 29, 2025

Historic hall hung with garland of 38,000 flowers

COTEHELE'S celebrated Christmas garland has reached record heights this year as gardeners said a remarkable 38,000 flowers had been grown, picked, stripped, dried and prepared on site for the 2025 display.

1 mins

Property dip in SW over Budget fears

SPECULATION around property taxes ahead of the Budget contributed to a fall in home buyer demand and sales agreed in recent weeks, according to Zoopla.

1 mins

Newly-planted willows on Duchy land are poisoned

POLICE are investigating after willow trees planted as part of a Dartmoor reforestation project overseen by Prince William were deliberately poisoned.

2 mins

Waterfront flats plan halted

> An impression of the proposed redevelopment of Sugar Quay in Plymouth

1 mins

SWW owner back in profit after bill rises

THE owner of South West Water has returned to profit after rising water bills and a hot summer helped boost revenue.

1 mins

Mini lifted free a month after being swallowed by a sinkhole

A MOTORIST whose car was swallowed by a sinkhole outside a bakery in Cornwall has finally had it recovered - but he fears he now faces a “long battle” to cover repair costs.

2 mins

Vote is a national first in opposing digital ID cards

CORNWALL Council has become the first local authority in the country to agree to write to the Government saying 'no' to its bid to introduce mandatory digital ID.

2 mins

Cameras catch layby litterers

TWO people have received Fixed Penalty Notices after covert surveillance equipment recorded them dumping rubbish in a Cornish layby.

1 mins

Woman jailed for campaign of harassment

An obsessed Dutchwoman has been jailed and banned from Devon after subjecting a family to a relentless campaign of harassment.

2 mins

NEW LEVY ON VISITORS 'NOT OVERLY WELCOME', SAYS CABINET MEMBER

WITH a budget announcement that the Government is to allow local authorities to introduce tourist taxes across England, Cornwall Council's cabinet member for tourism has not ruled out the introduction of such a tax in the Duchy, though she has said it would be “unwelcome”.

2 mins

Scores of homes face 'mansion tax' charge

AT least 200 homes in Devon and Cornwall look likely to be hit with a ‘mansion’ surcharge announced in the Budget - but many more could also trigger the additional levy.

1 mins

Tourist tax 'should be used locally to improve services'

A BED and breakfast owner has backed a potential tourist tax for Devon - as long as it doesn’t go to the ‘Government's own pocket:

2 mins

Girl's family urge parents to 'speak up' if worried

THE family of a five-year-old girl who died after having her tonsils removed have urged parents to \"trust their instincts\" and \"speak up\" if they are worried about their children undergoing surgery.

3 mins

Quay bridge plans shelved

A MILLION-pound bridge that should have connected Exeter businesses while getting rid of a dangerous bottleneck has been shelved, writes Guy Henderson.

1 mins

Yellow warning for rain covers today and start of week

A YELLOW weather warning has been issued for the South West for today and early next week.

2 mins

Family-run pub marking 20th anniversary

ONE of Devon's last family-run pubs is celebrating a major milestone this December, marking 20 years since Turtley Corn Mill first opened its doors.

1 mins

Carbon cut in Devon a 'step in right direction'

DEVON'S carbon emissions fell four per cent between 2022 and 2023 and by 29 per cent since 2010 according to the latest figures.

2 mins

Employment U-turn ‘not a manifesto breach’

THE Government's decision to abandon day-one workers’ rights against unfair dismissal is not a U-turn and does not break Labour's manifesto, a senior Cabinet minister has insisted.

1 mins

France agrees to intercept crossings

FRANCE has agreed tactics to intercept small boats in the Channel, according to reports.

2 mins

Blanchett’s freedom honour

OSCAR-WINNER Cate Blanchett has received the Freedom of the City of London in recognition of her “outstanding contribution to drama” and for campaigning work on humanitarian and global environmental issues.

1 mins

Prostate committee is against testing all men

PROSTATE cancer screening should not be made routinely available for the vast majority of men in the UK, a committee advising the Government has said.

2 mins

Death toll in Hong Kong flats fire reaches 128 as arrests made

HONG Kong firefighters found dozens more bodies Friday in an intensive apartment-by-apartment search of a high-rise complex where a massive fire engulfed seven buildings.

1 mins

Trump: National Guard member shot has died

PRESIDENT Donald Trump said one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by an Afghan national near the White House had died, calling the suspect, who had worked with the CIA in his native country, a \"savage monster

2 mins

Devon beckons for the hapless staff of Fawlty Towers

HAVING enjoyed two sold out West End seasons, Fawlty Towers - The Play began a 10 month UK tour in September and is heading west to Devon - the county which inspired the beloved Torquay-based hotel sitcom.

4 mins

An opportunity to lead the transition

WHEN Cornish Lithium launched the UK's first lithium hydroxide demonstration plant at the Trelavour Lithium Project, at St Dennis, near St Austell last October, we urged the Government to consider three high-impact policy changes that would unleash the potential of our industry and catalyse a bold new era for mineral extraction in Cornwall.

3 mins

Budgets, Black Friday and a bowl of soup

Read Martin’s column every week in the Western Morning News

4 mins

A wealthy man in one way, but poor in all others

JAMES Garfield didn't want to be President of the USA.

2 mins

The perils of cooking for the masses

My kids used to go round to my mother’s after school occasionally, and she would delight in giving them their supper.

3 mins

Battle to retain a vital voice in determining plans

Should we fight to keep democratic control of local planning? asks Steve Crowther, chairman of the Devon branch of countryside charity CPRE

3 mins

Judi Spiers on Saturday

Mixing flowers and chocolate with glee

2 mins

Mixing flowers and chocolate with glee

Read Judi’s column every week in the Western Morning News

2 mins

Sales will finish a record year

PLYMOUTH Auction Rooms will conclude a year of record-breaking results with its final live auction of 2025, taking place on Tuesday, December 9, at 10.30am.

1 mins

Two pistols among lots

QUEENS Road Auctions is holding its next regular sale on Wednesday, December 3, starting at 9.30am, This includes several house clearances.

1 mins

Jug's interest from far and wide

THE star performance during Eldreds sale of art and antiques on November 20 went to a collection of 20th century Chinese ceramics, where a Chinese celadon-glazed barrel-shaped jar measuring just 16cm high was hotly contested by bidders online and on the telephone from China, Vietnam and other far-flung parts of the world, eventually falling to a bid of £7,200.

1 mins

Small, historical local watercolours

MICHAEL Bowman's 2pm auction at Chudleigh Town Hall today offers the usual good selection of jewellery and watches, featuring the 3.1 carat Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring estimated at £2,000-3,000 and a titanium Breitling Avenger watch at £1,000-1,500.

1 mins

Stunning ring and collection of caddy spoons

LAY’S AUCTIONEERS, PENZANCE

2 mins

Modern model marvels of their day

Unlikely as it might seem, two 19th-century dancing dolls discovered in Falmouth shine a light on the earliest debates on artificial intelligence, writes Charles Hanson

2 mins

Brewery is not only making great beer but helping make city great

Martin Hesp returns to Bristol after many years away to find how it has moved on

5 mins

BECKY SHEAVES

As a family, we'd grown used to ignoring this embarrassing old shed... But every so often its grey, pebble-dashed grimness does take me aback

3 mins

ROGER EVANS

I know you are not supposed to drink any bottles you've bought in duty free, but there's a lot of things in life that you are not supposed to do

3 mins

Reeves had met headroom before income tax speech

THE chair of the UK fiscal watchdog has confirmed Rachel Reeves knew she had met her targets to maintain her financial buffer before delivering a speech at the beginning of November warning of the poor state of public finances.

1 mins

Brain drain due to high tax is denied

THE UK government has denied that more Brits are leaving the country because of a higher tax burden.

2 mins

Pirates aim to maintain their progress

HAVING won four ‘Champ’ games on the trot, and in the process moved up to fourth in the league table, the Cornish Pirates will be looking to maintain their progress at home to Richmond today (ko 2.30pm), writes Phil Westren.

1 mins

Hartlepool game a good challenge - Askey

TRURO City manager John Askey has described the upcoming away fixture against Hartlepool United today as a “really good challenge,” stressing the need for his players to prove their ability at this level before the team embarks on a two-week break.

1 mins

Gulls hope to keep winning run going

TORQUAY United manager Paul Wotton was hoping to get one more player in to bolster his dilapidated squad ahead of today’s long trip to Chelmsford City.

3 mins

Important run of games for Argyle

Green Army.

1 mins

Grecians recharged and ready for Bantams test

IF there is a gap between English football's third tier and League Two, then Bradford City have done a pretty good job in bridging it.

2 mins

Ursu chasing Devon and Cornwall boxing history

PLYMOUTH fighter Constantin Ursu will be taking nothing for granted when he comes up against Ryan Amos for the WBO European welterweight title at London's York Hall tomorrow, according to his trainer.

1 mins

COTTAGE HAS CHARM

Tucked away in a quiet position on the southern edge of Malborough village, Shute House is a charming end-of-terrace Grade II listed cottage, showcasing stunning original features and a beautiful orchard garden.

1 mins

REVERSE-LEVEL RESIDENCE

This four-bedroom detached residence offers a unique reverse-level design, thoughtfully arranged to maximise the breath taking coastal views at Heybrook Bay.

1 mins

REQUIRES UPDATING

This substantial detached, four-bedroom character family home offers two reception rooms, garaging and workshops and useful outbuildings.

1 mins

SPACIOUS AND STYLISH HOME

Mayfield is an impressive and generously proportioned residence, offering six bedrooms and expansive reception space ideal for modern family living and entertaining.

2 mins

Get in the Spirit

Anyone for cocktails? EMMA JOHNSON has the perfect pieces for a glamorous gathering

1 mins

PRIVATE LOCATION

This barn conversion is situated in a private position within a peaceful hamlet, near the village of North Hill, on the edge of Bodmin Moor and just a short drive from Launceston.

1 mins

DETACHED LISTED CHURCH

This attractive detached Grade II* Listed Methodist church dated 1843 lies in the village of Ponsanooth, with potential for alternative uses subject to planning.

1 mins

Shrubs and trees' winter striptease

AS the last of the deciduous trees drop their leaves, a new beauty reveals itself. Often heavily disguised with foliage, the bare stems and bark become more visible and can be very beautiful features of shrubs and trees. It's worth taking a closer look and admiring the standout performers that we can enjoy over the winter months.

2 mins

Rise and shine

DAZZLE THIS FESTIVE SEASON IN TV FAVOURITE LORRAINE KELLY'S PARTYWEAR PICKS

1 mins

I feel privileged to be carrying on Michael's legacy

Dr Clare Bailey Mosley talks to ELLA WALKER about her late husband, celebrated broadcaster Michael Mosley, his enduring sweet tooth and family meals

3 mins

SPICY SALMON AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH TRAYBAKE (Serves 2)

Clare calls this “a lovely lunch dish”.

1 mins

MADE IN THE USA

IT was Thanksgiving on Thursday, so extend the festivities into this weekend with a family feast featuring some American classics.

1 mins

10 new releases to get under the tree this festive season

Bag everything from cookery to romance in our pick of the best books for a loved one's stocking.

4 mins

Island in the limelight

IF YOU MISSED THE BOAT THIS SUMMER, NOW'S THE PERFECT TIME TO HEAD TO MENORCA, SAYS SAMANTHA WOSTEAR

4 mins

JOLLY GOOD SHOW

Styling the table is a joyous way to showcase your festive feast, says SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

1 mins

It's time to winter proof your patch

WORK NOW WILL PAY DIVIDENDS COME THE SPRING

1 mins

HAWKE OF THE TOWN

TRAINING DAY STAR'S SPECTACULAR TURN AS LYRICIST LORENZ HART STEALS THE SHOW IN THIS COMEDY DRAMA

2 mins

NAKED AMBITION

MARION MCMULLEN marks the 50th anniversary of The Naked Civil Servant

1 mins

TAKE HART

Star Ethan Hawke and director Richard Linklater talk to LYNN RUSK about film Blue Moon, a tribute to lyricist Lorenz “Larry” Hart

4 mins

RETURN OF THE WALLY MAMMOTH

MIKE BUBBINS TELLS MARION MCMULLEN WHY HIS COMEDY CREATION, A THAWED-OUT 70s PE TEACHER, IS NOT ALL THAT DIFFERENT FROM HIS REAL SELF

2 mins

This is the kind of role an actor dreams of

SYDNEY SWEENEY SHARES THE IMPACT PORTRAYING BOXER AND ABUSE SURVIVOR CHRISTY MARTIN HAS HAD ON HER. BY LYNN RUSK

3 mins

STARRY NIGHTS

This festive season promises a stellar line-up of comedy, drama, entertainment and documentaries - so get out the chocolates as NICOLA METHVEN reveals the best of the box

1 mins

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The Western Morning News is a daily regional newspaper founded in 1860, and covering the West Country including Devon, Cornwall, Isles of Scilly and parts of Somerset and Dorset in the South West of England.