Welcome to the website for the village of Lydford in Devon. Here you will find current information of goings on in the village and also information on things to see, places to stay, where to eat and why you should visit.
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Public Bridleway Survey
The parish council has received reports from residents of scares and near misses when crossing the A386 at either of the two bridleways: Skitt Lane and Watervale Farm (Willsworthy). In order to gather real data to inform any future plans the council may make in an attempt to mitigate risks to users of the bridleways,…
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Open Surgery with Geoffrey Cox MP
Sir Geoffrey Cox KC, MP will be holding an open surgery on Friday 19th September 10:00 – 11:00 am. No appointments are necessary.
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Winter fuel payment scam
Devon and Cornwall Police have issued a neighbourhood alert warning about Winter Fuel Payment fraud or scams targeting pensioners. This is a type of “phishing” scam where criminals attempt to trick individuals, particularly older and vulnerable people, into giving up their personal and financial information. The scam typically involves fraudsters sending fake text messages, emails, or making phone…
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Scam Talk
The Trustees of the Nicholls Hall have arranged for Deborah Cunningham, Customer Consultant at Yorkshire Building Society, to give a presentation advising on how to recognise a scam and what to do if you think you have been the subject of a scam or attempted scam. The event takes place in the hall on Wednesday…
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Meet ‘n’ Eat Starts Again September 16th
The new Lunch club at the Nicholls Hall, Lydford (Meet ‘n Eat) resumes on Tuesday 16th September. Seasonal homecooked fayre. Gluten free and vegetarian options available on all courses. Usually runs first and third Tuesday of every month. Serving from 12.30 to 1.15 3 Course’s £8.00 OR Soup £3, Main Course £4.00, Dessert £3.00, Or…
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SIM – Swap Fraud
The Police are warning of a new and very imaginative fraud that is being perpetrated nationally and locally. SIM-Swap Fraud: What You Need to Know SIM-swap fraud is a clever and increasingly common type of crime where a criminal takes over your mobile phone number. They do this by tricking your mobile provider into switching…
