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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Looking for Local Artists
The Nicholls Hall will again be running an art exhibition with cream teas being served on the Saturday and Sunday of August Bank Holiday Weekend (29/30th August 2026). Last year’s event was extremely popular with locals and tourists alike and good sales were made by several of our exhibitors. This year the event will be…
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Nicholls Hall Post Office Open
The outreach post office service at the Nicholls Hall, Lydford has resumed. This service runs every Tuesday from 11am to 1pm in the small committee room – accessed by the side door.
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Community Emergency Plan (Updated)
In light of recent events and call-outs, the parish council has updated its Emergency Plan. The page also provides a link to the Home Emergency Plan which the council has produced as an aide-memoire for residents, outlining the kind of information which should be to hand in all households in case of any emergency. The…
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Sources of grant funding – February 2026
The following sources of potential funding are being circulated for public awareness – Small grants – King Charles III Charitable Fund Grants for social inclusion and health and wellbeing projects, to registered non profit organisations. Closing date for applications is 11th February How to apply | Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust Grants for improving or restoring…
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Extra security against Cyber attacks
The latest advice from Neighbourhood Watch experts. FREE EXTRA SECURITY FOR YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNTS When it comes to your home, we all know the routine: lock the front door, check the windows, leave a light on connected to a timer switch, and maybe set the alarm if you have one. We do it to protect…
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Home Energy Advice
The council has been in contact with Better Housing Better Health a local charity who work with people who might be in need of advice on their energy uses at home. They can help residents who might otherwise be at risk of living in fuel poverty to access advice and support. Their website contains a…
