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NewsNorth Devon Gazette

Memories abound as former Heanton pupils visit their old school

People who once attended school at what is now Heanton Nursing Home near Braunton have returned for a special visit

26 August 2026
North Devon Gazette

Braunton Academy students celebrate on GCSE results day

Braunton Academy says it is celebrating an excellent set of GCSE results including 290 grades at 7 and above

20 August 2026
Devon Live

Lidl breaks ground on new Braunton store set to open next spring

It will open with 40 new jobs in 2027

16 August 2026
North Devon Gazette

Work gets underway on North Devon’s latest Lidl store

Construction has begun on a new Lidl store between Braunton and Chivenor

14 August 2026
North Devon Gazette

“My daughter was terrified” - parents speak out after men in van follow girls

“Get in the van!” Parents relate scary encounters for their children as police investigate reports of men in a van following young girls in the Braunton area

24 June 2026
Devon Live

Topless Braunton runner's new challenge as she dismisses haters

While most have been positive about her efforts, some have been less than kind

16 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

Caen Rotary members swing into action to raise money for hospices

Braunton Caen Rotary is looking forward to another night of music and dance following a successful fundraiser for North Devon Hospice and Children’s Hospice South West

9 June 2026
North Devon Gazette

‘Monstrous success’ for the first-ever Braunton Beats Festival

The Braunton Beats Festival in May was such a huge success, some venues even ran out of beer and the 2027 event dates have already been confirmed!

22 May 2026
Devon Live

108-acre Braunton solar farm agreed behind closed doors

Well, it looks like a big decision has been made for our village! A substantial 108-acre solar farm is set to be built right here in Braunton. We'll be keeping a close eye on how this develops for our community.

31 March 2026
Travelling for Business

From Boardroom to Braunton: The Tarka Trail’s Most Serene Stretch

Well hello there, Braunton neighbours! We've got some lovely news for you today, focusing on the absolute gem that is our very own Tarka Trail. It seems even those heading for important meetings are finding peace and quiet right here on our doorstep.

30 March 2026
KMAland.com

Regional Sports (3/29): Mizzou's Zubik, Braunton earn All-American honors

Great news for our local sports scene! It's wonderful to hear that one of our own, Braunton, has earned well-deserved All-American honors. This is a fantastic achievement that brings a real sense of pride to our community.

29 March 2026
North Devon Gazette

Discover bees, bugs, birds and sea creatures in Braunton this spring

Get ready, Braunton! Spring is blooming, and there's a buzz in the air about all the amazing wildlife you can spot right here in our village. From tiny bees to the creatures of the sea, our local patch is coming alive!

27 March 2026
Holsworthy Post

Andrew Braunton's last Christmas charity drive raises £600

Our very own Andrew Braunton has once again shown his incredible generosity, with his final Christmas charity drive raising a fantastic £600 for a good cause. It's heartwarming to see such community spirit right here in Braunton!

24 February 2026
The Moorlander

European Target Shooting experience for Braunton Juniors in Bulgaria

Well done to our brilliant Braunton Juniors who've been representing us on the European stage in Bulgaria! It's a fantastic achievement for our local youngsters to gain such valuable international experience.

2 February 2026

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