North Devon Business Awards 2026 finalists
We are delighted to announce the finalists in the North Devon Business Awards 2026. Thank you to all entrants. The quality has been superb, making the judges’ selection of winners very difficult. We look forward to welcoming finalists and all entrants to the Awards Celebration on Thursday 4 June at The Mole Resort – book tickets. Apprentice Achiever Award finalists Art & Creative Visionary Award finalists Business Achiever Award finalists Caring Business Award finalists Employer…
Launch of North Devon Place Board marks start of exciting new chapter for North Devon business
Devon Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of the North Devon Place Board – a dedicated, business-led board that will champion the priorities and ambitions of businesses across North Devon and Torridge at county and regional level. North Devon is a remarkable place to do business. With more than 8,200 businesses, an estimated GVA of £3.34 billion, and genuine national significance in sectors including clean maritime, advanced manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, agri-food and clean…
Connect, recruit and grow at jobs fair
10am–3pm, Wednesday 25 February 2026 After the resounding success of last year’s event, which saw 300+ visitors through the doors and 30 local businesses showcasing opportunities, the North Devon Recruitment & Careers Fair is returning on Wednesday 25 February 2026, at the North Devon Resort in Ilfracombe. This key date in the regional business calendar offers employers across Devon an effective platform to meet skilled, motivated, and employment-ready candidates – all looking to take their…
New owner commits to invest in holiday park
Vale Holiday Parks has acquired Golden Coast Holiday Park, Woolacombe, one of North Devon’s most popular family destinations. Previously owned by Verdant Leisure, the park is the latest addition to Vale’s growing portfolio of high-quality holiday parks across Wales and South West England. Located just minutes from Woolacombe’s award-winning beaches, Golden Coast Holiday Park is well-known for its extensive facilities, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a wave surfer, high ropes course, sports activities, entertainment,…
People Planet Profit – Skills & Support for a Thriving Food & Drink Sector
Are you a decision maker in a hospitality, food or drink business in Ilfracombe or North Devon? Do you own your own business or lead a team? Devon Food Partnership and Food Drink Devon are hosting People Planet Profit – Skills & Support for a Thriving Food & Drink Sector at The Lime Kiln in Ilfracombe on Tuesday morning 25 November. Aimed at food, drink and hospitality businesses, the event is designed to support your…
Tutoring firm fundraises to open family mentoring centre
Next Steps Tutors CIC aims to fundraise £500,000 over five years for a family mentoring centre based in Onyx Business Park, Roundswell, Barnstaple. The centre will work with young people and their families to offer mentoring, tuition and counselling to the many students across North Devon and Torridge who are struggling with mental health, attendance or engagement at school and those not in employment, education or training. Who are Next Steps Tutors CIC? Next Steps…
North Devon Manufacturing Awards
North Devon Manufacturers Association’s annual awards are now open for entries from both members and non-member businesses. Businesses can enter one or more of the nine categories: ➤ Apprentice Award➤ Outstanding Individual➤ Team Award➤ Health & Safety Initiative➤ Environmental Project➤ Business Transformation➤ International Trade➤ Innovation Award➤ Product Award All company entries will be considered for the overall Manufacturer of the Year Award 2025. The closing date for entries is Friday 5 September and the winners…
Award-winning retailer expands
The Lyn Valley Dog House, winner of our Best Retailer Award 2025, is expanding with a new branch in Bideford. The grand opening event will take place at 11am on Saturday 26 July with a free signature biscuit for all new customers. Owner Jacquie Dove says: “Following on from winning Retailer of the Year, I started thinking about how we might gently explore new horizons to see if The Lyn Valley Dog House could work…
New partnership for North Devon Arts Fest
North Devon Handmade Collective (NDHC) and Barnstaple Pannier Market have formed a new partnership for North Devon Arts Fest, a one-day festival celebrating the very best in local art, making, food and music on Sunday 27 July 2025 in the PannierMarket, in collaboration with North Devon Council and Devon Arts. Barnstaple Pannier Market has appointed NDHC to lead the recruitment and management of the arts and crafts exhibits at the event. Known for its curatorial…
North Devon Business Awards 2025 winners
The winners of the North Devon Business Awards 2025 were announced at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe on Friday 6 June. North Devon Business of the Year 2025 sponsored by Philip Milton & Company Plc Scribbleton Art & Creative Business Achievement Silk Crystal Best B2B Business sponsored by Seth Conway Media Get Better Best Consumer Business Devon Antenatal Family Centre CIC Best Employer sponsored by Cooper Golding The ilab Best Retailer The Lyn Valley Dog House…