Local news from Sidmouth and the surrounding area
Sidmouth Science Festival runs October 9 to October 18, featuring climate, coastal science, robots, rockets, astronomy and free family activities across Devon.
East Devon Oktoberfest events come to Exmouth and Sidmouth on October 3, with German beer, food and live music, followed by Exeter Castle’s October 17 bash.
The illuminated carnival season is underway
Sidmouth is gearing up for one of the brightest nights of the year as its Illuminated Carnival returns on Saturday, September 26.
Thousands of people will line the streets on Saturday night
Two people evacuated the property
Six fire crews were at the scene
The occupants fled before the fire fully took hold
Sidmouth, Honiton, Lympstone, Budleigh Salterton, Clyst St George, Colaton Raleigh, Colyton and Woodbury are also among the places impacted
Intrepid walkers are being invited to explore the coast, countryside and hidden corners of the area as the Sidmouth and East Devon Walking Festival returns for a week of guided adventures.
Oh dear, Sidmouth residents were eagerly anticipating the Red Arrows' dazzling display this Friday, but sadly, those pesky thunderstorms have put a dampener on our aerial excitement. It's a real shame for everyone looking forward to seeing them grace our skies.
The RAF display team has been unable to take off
The schedule has changed
Unlike other holiday locations around the UK, where attractions and hotspots are often spread out, Sidmouth offers a compact seafront that makes it easy for all generations to keep pace.
Located in Devon, about 14 miles southeast of Exeter, Sidmouth is known for its scenic beauty, rich history and vibrant tourism industry.
Richard Foord, who represents Honiton and Sidmouth, has called for immediate investment in the Exeter to London Waterloo route.
From seaweed-scented gin made in Sidmouth to cider pressed from apples grown near Axminster, East Devon has a drinks cabinet worth exploring.
North Devon, Honiton and Sidmouth, and Torridge and Tavistock are the next most at-risk areas
The leaky infrastructure led to the loss of more than 107 million litres daily between 2024 and 2025, according to Honiton and Sidmouth MP Richard Foord.
Artbeat, the annual art exhibition held in Sidmouth, runs from September 4 to 13, showcasing work from 10 East Devon artists.
