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Arnold brace helps Bees ease past Ilfracombe

Well, it's a tough one for our local lads today, as the Bees managed to secure a victory against Ilfracombe. Despite a strong effort, our team couldn't quite hold on for the win.

30 March 2026
North Devon Gazette

Barnstaple and Ilfracombe to get 'life-changing' dose of Romesh Ranganathan

Get ready, Ilfracombe! We've got some fantastic news coming our way as the brilliant Romesh Ranganathan is set to grace our town with his presence. This is a real treat for us locals!

28 March 2026
North Devon Gazette

Ilfracombe students trained up as river monitors to become ‘citizen scientists’

Brilliant news from Ilfracombe! Our very own students are stepping up to become 'citizen scientists', learning to monitor our local rivers. It's fantastic to see them getting involved in protecting our precious waterways right here on our doorstep.

27 March 2026
North Devon Gazette

Tributes pour in after loss of councillor and community champion ‘Mr Ilfracombe’

It's with a heavy heart that we share the sad news of the passing of a true Ilfracombe legend, affectionately known as 'Mr Ilfracombe'. Our thoughts are with his family and all those who knew and loved him in our wonderful town.

25 March 2026
The Moorlander

Donation is making difference to mental health for children at Ilfracombe school

It's wonderful to hear that a generous donation is having such a positive impact on the mental health of children right here at an Ilfracombe school. This kind of support is truly making a difference in our community.

23 March 2026
RNLI

Ilfracombe RNLI welcomes its first female Coxswain

Big news for our brave Ilfracombe RNLI crew! We're thrilled to announce that we've welcomed our very first female Coxswain aboard. This is a fantastic milestone for our dedicated team here in Ilfracombe.

23 March 2026
Torbay Weekly

Ilfracombe launches its bid to win £3m as first ever UK Town of Culture

Great news for our lovely Ilfracombe! We've officially thrown our hat in the ring for the inaugural UK Town of Culture award, aiming to bring a fantastic £3 million boost to our community. This is a brilliant opportunity for Ilfracombe to shine!

6 March 2026
BBC

Ilfracombe crackdown on pushy boat tour touts extended

Good news for anyone enjoying a stroll along the harbour! Our local council is extending the crackdown on those pushy touts trying to sell boat trips. It's all about making sure our lovely Ilfracombe seafront remains a pleasant experience for everyone.

4 March 2026
The Moorlander

Thank you for the music – tributes pour in for Ilfracombe music promoter Ray

It's with a heavy heart we share the sad news of Ray, a much-loved figure in Ilfracombe's music scene, passing away. So many of you have been sending in your heartfelt tributes to this Ilfracombe music promoter, and we wanted to share just a few of them.

3 March 2026
Exeter Today

Order extended to keep ‘aggressive ticket-touting’ at bay in Ilfracombe Harbour

Good news for those enjoying a stroll around our beautiful Ilfracombe Harbour! Following feedback from locals and visitors alike, a Public Spaces Protection Order is being extended to tackle aggressive ticket touting, ensuring a more pleasant experience for everyone.

3 March 2026
The Moorlander

Opportunity awaits at free drop-in Ilfracombe Jobs and Careers Fair

Great news for Ilfracombe job seekers! A fantastic free Jobs and Careers Fair is happening right here in town, offering a brilliant chance to explore new opportunities and connect with local employers. Don't miss out on what could be your next big career move!

19 February 2026
Dorset Echo

Herbst hails attacking trio after Ilfracombe win

Great news for our local football scene! The Ilfracombe AFC team has secured a fantastic win, with coach Herbst praising the attacking players for their brilliant performance. It's always wonderful to see our town's team doing so well!

19 February 2026
Devon County Council

Free jobs and careers fair organised by One Ilfracombe - News

Great news for job seekers in our lovely Ilfracombe! Our very own One Ilfracombe is hosting a free jobs and careers fair, offering fantastic opportunities right here on our doorstep. It's a brilliant chance to connect with local employers and explore your next career move.

18 February 2026
Torbay Weekly

'Stop, look, listen' - How 200 Ilfracombe pupils are tackling speeding in North Devon

Our youngsters in Ilfracombe are making a real difference by tackling speeding in North Devon! It's brilliant to see 200 pupils from our town getting involved in this important initiative. Let's all take a moment to "stop, look, and listen" for their safety message.

17 February 2026
Torbay Weekly

Ilfracombe Academy highlights mental health in week of activities

Fantastic news from Ilfracombe Academy! They've been putting mental health front and centre with a whole week of engaging activities for their students. It's brilliant to see our local school championing such an important cause.

14 February 2026
North Devon Gazette

Ilfracombe Academy students explore their next steps into the future

Great news from Ilfracombe Academy as our talented students are busy exploring all the exciting opportunities that lie ahead for them! It's wonderful to see our young people planning their futures right here in our community.

27 January 2026
Devon County Council

Initiative aims to help shape a positive future for Ilfracombe - News

Great news for Ilfracombe! Devon County Council has launched a new initiative to help shape our town's future. This sounds like a fantastic opportunity for us all to get involved and make a real difference right here on our doorstep.

22 January 2026
The Moorlander

New Ilfracombe training initiative aims to tackle local skills gap

Great news for our Ilfracombe community! A brand new training initiative is set to launch right here, designed to help plug those local skills gaps. It's fantastic to see efforts focused on boosting opportunities for everyone in town.

22 January 2026
North Devon Gazette

West Buckland School to stage Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at Ilfracombe theatre

Get ready for a truly spectacular show as West Buckland School is bringing the magic of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to our very own Ilfracombe! It's fantastic to see local schools putting on such a big production right here on our doorstep.

19 January 2026
North Devon Council

Council seeks views on extending Ilfracombe Harbour PSPO

Exciting news for our beloved Ilfracombe Harbour! North Devon Council is asking for your thoughts on extending the Public Spaces Protection Order, and your input is crucial in shaping the future of our waterfront. Let's make sure our harbour remains a vibrant and welcoming place for everyone!

15 January 2026

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