Mid Devon Notices
Mid Devon District Council is launching a new Strategic Sustainability Grants (SSG) scheme designed to support local community organisations acting on sustainability, climate change, and nature recovery.
The new grant programme will provide seed and core funding to strengthen community-led organisations, helping them become more stable and sustainable, and grow partnerships to deliver practical action aligned with the Council’s priorities.
Read the full press release at:
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A new app to make accessing council services even easier has been launched today.
The app allows people to report issues, read news and set up reminders in one simple to use tool.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/report-it-read-it-remember-it-council-app-goes-live/
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Big changes are happening within Cullompton over the next couple of years thanks to the new relief road.
The town has needed a relief road for many years and for several reasons. The town experiences poor air quality and high levels of congestion which will be addressed by a relief road, and it will also unlock land to support the future growth and vitality of the town.
A dedicated webpage has been setup so that you can stay up to date on how the road is progressing, https://letstalk.middevon.gov.uk/cullompton-relief-road.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/stay-updated-on-progress-of-cullompton-s-relief-road/
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Active Mid Devon has brought back its popular Student Summer Membership, giving young people aged 16 to 22 access to its centres for just £25 per month with no joining fee.
Running from 1 June to 30 September, the offer gives students access to gym workouts, swimming, group exercise classes, and sports hall activities throughout the summer.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/25-student-membership-returns-with-full-leisure-access-this-summer/
Link to the offer webpage:
https://activemiddevon.com/student-offer-2026/
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The new Pool Pods at Active Mid Devon’s swimming pools are helping more people enjoy swimming safely and independently.
Since being installed in February the Pool Pods at both Active Tiverton and Active Crediton are being used on average four to five times a week.
The Pool Pod 3.0 is a discreet, fully automated pool lift designed to help people with reduced mobility, disabilities, or additional support needs get safely into and out of the water. Operated at the touch of a button, it gently lowers swimmers into the pool and allows them to enjoy swimming with greater independence, comfort, and dignity.
To read the full press release: https://www.middevon.gov.uk/pool-pods-proving-a-success-at-active-mid-devon-pools/
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Mid Devon’s new Leader.
Please see the below link.
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Mid Devon District Council has received a Certificate of Exceptional Quality from HM Land Registry, marking the second year in a row that its Land Charges team has been recognised for outstanding performance.
The certificate recognises the Council’s achievement in maintaining exceptional data quality standards for all charges registered or updated during 2025.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/land-charges-team-celebrates-consecutive-years-of-national-recognition/
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A new and improved Visit Mid Devon website has launched, providing a modern “digital front door” for the district and making it easier than ever for residents and visitors to explore everything Mid Devon has to offer.
The refreshed website has been designed to support easier trip planning and better discovery of local places, bringing together information on towns and villages, events, attractions, walks and experiences in one accessible platform.
Read the full press release at:
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Mid Devon District Council is inviting the community to have its say on proposed updates to the byelaws governing Peoples Park in Tiverton.
Tiverton’s much-loved park will see its rules modernised for the first time in more than 130 years.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/have-your-say-consultation-on-peoples-park-byelaws/
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Mid Devon District Council has launched the latest round of its Green Enterprise Grants programme, a competitive capital grant scheme designed to help cut carbon emissions and accelerate the district’s progress toward a net-zero future.
The scheme will support small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), and social enterprises across Mid Devon to invest in energy efficient and low carbon improvements. This latest round is also available to charity-owned and community-managed multi-purpose village halls, parish halls and community centres.
Read the full press release at:
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Paddling pools at Westexe Park, Tiverton and Newcombes Meadow, Crediton reopen on Friday 22 May, in time for young families to be able to make the most of the summer sunshine and enjoy hours of fun outside this half term.
Work has been carried out on both pools over the off-season to freshen them up ready for families to enjoy this summer. Picnic tables at the Westexe pool are an excellent place where families can enjoy a bite to eat – please help us keep the water clean and keep food out of the paddling pools.
Read the full press release: https://www.middevon.gov.uk/get-ready-to-enjoy-another-summer-of-fun-at-our-paddling-pools/
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Unpaid carers discounts now permanent offerings at Active Mid Devon.
Unpaid carers discounts now permanent offerings at Active Mid Devon. Full details: Active Mid Devon Offers Permanent Unpaid Carer Discounts
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Mid Devon District Council is pleased to announce the launch of two new schemes to help residents who are struggling with the cost of living - the Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF), and the Oil Support Scheme.
The schemes are funded by the Government as part of its response to rising living costs and financial hardship.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/new-financial-support-schemes-now-live-for-mid-devon-residents/
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Notice from Mid Devon District Council
If you want more recycling containers please contact us and we will deliver them. Also, and if residents want to know how they can recycle more as a household, please contact our team of advisers who are more than happy to offer in person, telephone and online advice. Please email us at bin-it123@middevon.gov.uk or call 01884 255255.
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Please see link to an article about Mid Devon’s garden waste collection service.
Get Garden-Ready with a Brown Bin Subscription
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Garden Bin Price Freeze
As we go into spring and we note that our garden requires pruning and the grass needs cutting, it is a good time to remind residents of our garden waste collection service and that our prices are frozen for 2026-27.
More information is on the attached flyer and details on how to sign up to this fantastic service.
Some positive updates from Creative Communities project to brighten a very rainy start to the year, as applications for the next round of grants opens.
Creative Communities: Success stories and grant applications now open
Please find link to the latest news story from Mid Devon District Council.
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Lifeline Alarm Service -This service is provided by MDDC.
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------At a meeting of Mid Devon District Council’s Full Council, Members set the budget for the financial year 2026/27 including the District Precept for Council Tax.
Next financial year the average Band D property will pay £246.29 to Mid Devon District Council, an increase of 2.99%, which is equivalent to less than 14 pence per week.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/budget-and-council-tax-set-for-next-year/
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The Active Mid Devon app makes booking faster, easier, and available anytime.
The free app is designed to put customers in control of their fitness. With 24/7 booking, real-time schedules, swimming lesson progress, waiting list access, and personal reminders, the app makes it simple to plan and manage bookings on the go.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/level-up-your-fitness-with-the-active-mid-devon-app/
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Membership fees at Mid Devon’s thriving leisure centres will remain the same for another year
While already competitively priced it will mean an all-inclusive membership to use any of Active Mid Devon’s three sites will remain at £41 a month, with no annual contract, while the popular gym and swim membership remains £35 a month.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/membership-price-freeze-at-active-mid-devon/
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Consultation on the five proposals put forward as part of the Government’s reorganisation of local authorities in Devon has now begun.
Last year, councils across the county developed proposals for new single tier, or unitary authorities. Mid Devon District Council was part of a group of seven district councils in Devon to jointly submit the proposal Reimagining Devon, also known as the 4-5-1 option, which would result in three unitary authorities:
Exeter and Northern Devon – a unitary authority with East Devon, Exeter, Mid Devon, North Devon and Torridge
Torbay and Southern Devon – a unitary authority with South Hams, Teignbridge, Torbay and West Devon
Plymouth City Council remaining a standalone unitary authority.
Other council’s submitted different proposals for Devon and the Government is now consulting on all five options submitted.
Read the full press release at: Local Government Reorganisation: Consultation Now Live
Visit the consultation website:
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New rapid car charge points have been installed at Tiverton Pannier Market. Owned and run by Wenea, the 120 kilo-watt dual unit offers shoppers a high-speed recharge, powered by 100% renewable electricity.
Located in the Council’s Market Place car park, just off Newport Street, the dedicated recharging bays offer accessible parking, positioned between the small trader cabins and Market Walk.
Read the full press release at:
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Active Mid Devon has taken a major step to improving its accessibility for swimmers, with the purchase of two Pool Pods, state-of-the-art pieces of equipment designed to help more people get into the water safely, comfortably, and with dignity.
The Pool Pod 3.0 is a discreet, fully automated pool lift that allows swimmers with reduced mobility, disabilities, or additional support needs to get into and out of the pool independently.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/pool-pod-lifts-coming-to-active-mid-devon-s-pools/
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Mid Devon is set to become a centre for one the UK’s fastest growing sports, with the creation of a number of padel courts in the district.
Active Mid Devon is considering the options available to support the delivery of up to eight padel courts at Active Tiverton (Exe Valley), and the potential for two padel courts, or one padel court and one pickleball court, at Active Crediton (Lords Meadow).
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/padel-could-be-coming-to-mid-devon/
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Mid Devon residents are being reminded of the importance of disposing of household batteries correctly.
Batteries, especially lithium-ion batteries commonly found in everyday devices, can pose a severe fire hazard when disposed of incorrectly. Fires caused by batteries can spread rapidly, resulting in extensive damage to waste vehicles and facilities, and creating danger for residents and waste operatives.
Read the full press release at: https://www.middevon.gov.uk/residents-urged-to-dispose-of-batteries-safely-to-reduce-fire-and-environmental-risks/
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Postal Votes: New Rules and Reapplying
If you applied for a postal vote before 31 October 2023 you will have recently received a letter or
email from us about some changes.
Due to new rules introduced by the Elections Act 2022, you’ll need to reapply if you wish to
continue to receive a postal vote.
Reapplying is quick and easy, please just visit www.gov.uk/apply-postal-vote
To reapply you’ll need the following information:
Your date of birth
Your National Insurance number
A photo or scanned copy of your handwritten signature (black ink on plain white paper)
The Council will be sending reminders out in November.
To save postage costs, please apply online if you are able to. If you don’t reapply, your current
postal vote will expire on 31 January 2026.
If you need help please contact us:
Email - elections@middevon.gov.uk or
Call 01884 255255
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Warm Home Grants
Please see attached press release re the Warm Homes Grant. Applications for warm home grants now open
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Filming Information Event
Please find attached a press release about a Filming Information Event in Mid Devon. Filming in Mid Devon - Information Event
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Local Government Reorganisation
please see link below concerning a press release, published on behalf of the district councils in Devon, regarding Local Government Reorganisation.
Devon councils announce proposal for new local government structure for the county
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Active Mid Devon is excited to announce the refreshed Health Seekers programme, designed for people who want to improve their health and wellbeing without traditional gym workouts or classes.
The Health Seekers programme has been updated to provide even greater flexibility and affordability.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/track-your-health-with-active-mid-devon-s-new-offer/
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Active Mid Devon’s new online swimming lesson tracker, Course Pro, has now launched.
Our team have been busy behind the scenes getting the system up and running and we are excited to support your child’s swimming lesson journey with us, online as well as in the pool.
Course Pro is a digital platform giving parents, carers and Active Mid Devon instructors real time access to individual swimmer progress and goals. The platform, which is easily accessible via the Active Mid Devon app or on our website, allows our instructors to track progress on the spot, recording skills achieved and areas to develop at the touch of a button.
To read the full press release: https://www.middevon.gov.uk/swimming-tracker-now-live/
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Please see below press release and link to the Household Support Fund which can provide help towards for food and energy costs.
Household Support Funding Now Available
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Business Grants and Financial Support - MIDDEVON.GOV.UK
Love your Town Centre funding – (Shopfront Enhancement Scheme (town centres only) and Creative Communities)
‘Love Your Town Centre’ is a flexible funding mechanism offering small grants through a competitive bidding process with four strands aimed at improving the town centre
Green Enterprise Grants (2025) - NOW OPEN
This scheme offers capital grants of up to 50% of the cost of investments that shrink the annual carbon of your enterprise. Projects that deliver savings on carbon / greenhouse gas emissions either directly or from e.g. saving energy, water or other resources / materials
New Grant Scheme NOW OPEN - Improving our Visitor Economy Assets - CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
A capital grant scheme to improve Mid Devon’s Visitor Economy assets (tourism, cultural or heritage assets
New Grant Scheme NOW OPEN - Community Commercial Hubs - CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
A Capital grant scheme to support the creation of or improvements to community delivered commercial space* located in Mid Devon’s towns and villages. This could include but are not limited to – the creation or improvement of community retail spaces, pubs, cafes and workspace i.e. hot desk facilities, work hubs and industrial space. These can be ‘standalone’ spaces or incorporated into multi use centres such as town, village and community halls.
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Mid Devon District Council has launched a new Business e-newsletter.
To subscribe, please use the following link:
SUBSCRIBE to the Mid Devon Business e-newsletter
The e-newsletter will keep businesses informed about initiatives including grant schemes, training and events, as well as a roundup of information and useful resources to support them.
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Mid Devon District Council has partnered with ECOE Advice to provide an improved energy reduction advice service.
ECOE Advice will help more Mid Devon households to save energy, money and carbon thanks to a new Council partnership project.
Read the full press release at:
https://sustainablemiddevon.org.uk/events-and-news/energy-boost-mid-devon/
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Mid Devon residents can now manage local services relevant to them with the My Mid Devon portal, all from the comfort of their home.
The portal provides residents access to various online facilities, from leaving feedback to reporting issues, finding information about local councillors and much much more!
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/my-mid-devon-the-personalised-online-self-service-portal/
Access the My Mid Devon portal:
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Mid Devon District Council has launched an e-newsletter to ensure that the Mid Devon businesses hear information on emerging opportunities and initiatives.
The e-newsletter will keep businesses informed about initiatives including grant schemes, training and events, as well as a roundup of information and useful resources to support them.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/new-e-newsletter-launched-for-mid-devon-businesses/
Subscribe to receive the e-newsletter here:
https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKMIDDEVON/subscriber/new?topic_id=0311
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Mid Devon District Council’s 2025 Green Enterprise Grant is now available to small and medium businesses in the district.
The Green Enterprise Grant scheme offers capital grants from £500 to £5,000, covering up to 50% of eligible project costs. Funded by Mid Devon District Council, it is open to small and medium sized local businesses who want to reduce their carbon footprint by investing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, or by efficient use of resources or materials.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/grants-now-available-to-help-mid-devon-businesses-go-green/
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ACTIVE MID DEVON
Following the launch of Active Mid Devon our leisure customers can now benefit from a new Mid Devon Active app.
The app works alongside Active Mid Devon’s new online booking system, which launched last month and is available on our website.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/dive-in-to-active-mid-devon-s-new-app/
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Mid Devon District Council has introduced new features to its self-service portal, My Mid Devon, making it easier than ever for residents to report issues, access essential services, and stay informed about their local community.
Read the full press release at:
https://www.middevon.gov.uk/new-features-added-to-the-council-s-self-service-portal/
Access the self-service portal at:
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Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation - Joint Statement
Posted In: Community
National government signalled in December 2024 its intent to end the current system of District and County Councils and smaller unitary Councils. Instead, these are to be replaced by unitary Councils covering much larger areas, with a guideline minimum population of 500,000 people.
We are proud of our track record in delivering high quality and cost-effective public services. Each of our Councils is well established and has, over many years, built a connection with local communities such that we understand how best to tailor the delivery of these services to meet the needs of local residents.
We are also very concerned that the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) as stipulated by government including the timetable runs the real risk of financial unsustainability from inception. The most significant funding challenges facing the people of Devon concern Adult and Children Social Care, SEND, and NHS funding. Government proposals address none of these, but rather risks uprooting the very organisations holding the line today.Na
However, it is our duty to respond to answer national government’s demand for structural change through LGR.
We are united in our belief that the interests of the nearly 1 million people of Devon and Torbay will not best be served by a single ‘mega’ Council covering the entirety of this area. As districts, we have therefore reached initial agreement to work towards the formation of two new Councils that combine our existing areas as follows;
- A Unitary combining the South Hams, Teignbridge and West Devon areas with Torbay
- A Unitary including East, Mid and North Devon alongside Torridge District and the City of Exeter
There is considerable further work to do to develop these proposals. We want to maintain local distinctiveness whilst seeking to secure ongoing service improvements. We are having to move at pace to meet the initial deadline set by national government for Interim Plans to be submitted by the 21st March. Final decisions on the content of the Interim Plans will continue to be made by individual Councils and we will engage with all our Devon council colleagues on an ongoing basis. We are mindful that the LGR process is fast-changing still and until submission date further options may need to be considered in addition to the currently preferred option.
We are in active dialogue with Torbay Council concerning the potential for a new unitary council covering a wider geography encompassing the 4 areas described above.
We also recognise that Plymouth City will be looking to change their boundaries, which is a matter for government to decide on.
We are resolute in our shared commitment to engaging with our residents, partners and stakeholders to help shape these proposals going forward. This includes in the period through to November and the submission of final proposals. We will provide ongoing updates as we reach key milestones.
Yours sincerely,
Cllr Paul Arnott, Leader of East Devon, Cllr Luke Taylor, Leader of Mid Devon, Cllr David Clayton, Leader of North Devon, Cllr Julian Brazil, Leader of South Hams, Cllr Richard Keeling, Leader of Teignbridge, Cllr Ken James, Leader of Torridge, Cllr Mandy Ewings, Leader of West Devon
28 February 2025
St Margaret's Church
by local artist
Chris Newnes
Templeton Bridge
by local artist
Patricia Wilson
Templeton Art Group
Diary Dates
'Templeton Art Group'
Templeton Art Group
meet every other Tuesday
at
Templeton Village Hall.
Everyone is welcome.
The next Art Group
is on
Tuesday 16th June 2026
10am - 12 midday
and
Tuesday 30th June 2026
10am - 12 midday
'Knit and Natter'
at
St Margaret's Church
Bring any repair work, sewing or knitting with you or just come along for coffee, biscuits and a chat.
Friday 26th June 2026
10.30am - 12 midday
'Templeton Watering Hole'
by local artist
Val Hopley
Templeton Art Group
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