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Ready, steady, spa! Where to get that pamper, prontoHallelujah, spas are re-opening at last! Here's our pick of the best West Country coast, city and countryside places for a pamper.
City slickin': what's on in London this summerLondon's shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what's on in the capital.
Muddy must-sees: 14 things to do in DartmouthCraving a nifty nautical adventure? Hotfoot it to the South Hams harbour town for shopping, scoffing, quaffing and messing about on the water.
What's on in MayGoing out is BACK and so is our indispensable guide to what's on in Devon, including the best theatre, festivals, shopping and live music. Go, go, GO!
Tor blimey! Four Dartmoor walks with pitstopsImpressive granite tors, wild ponies, awesome views and ooh, did someone say cream teas? Here are four reasons to visit the national park in springtime.

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I'm Lisa, editor of Muddy Devon, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

Gotta Have It

That 17 May date is on its way, but we're still eating outdoors for now which is the perfect excuse to nab one of these gorgeous spring jackets, including lovely local options.

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TV’s Georgina Burnett on decor do’s and don’ts

Why she’ll never hang CDs from the ceiling again, plus how to get it right with colour and where to start if you’ve just bought a new property
- THE PIG’s sizzling BBQ burger
  
  BBQ season is upon us and we have just the recipe (with up to 63% off perfectly paired wines) to get the party started, courtesy of Muddy favourites THE PIG and Naked Wines.
- Tom Kitchin’s Salmon and Spinach Lasagne
  
  Need a new mid-week meal? This Scandi salmon take on a lasagne (with 63% off Muddy recommended wine pairings) can be prepared in advance and is totally delicious.
Wellbeing
- Ready, steady, spa! Where to get that pamper, pronto
  
  Hallelujah, spas are re-opening at last! Here's our pick of the best West Country coast, city and countryside places to book in and bliss out.
- Easy! Buy these, and sleep better
  
  Having trouble sleeping? Us and half the world right now! Here's what the Muddy team have in their shopping baskets to help with some much-needed shut-eye.

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City slickin’: what’s on in London this summer

London’s shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what’s on in the capital.
- Clear the schedule! TV worth watching this week
  
  Still not quite warm enough to hang around outside all evening without a sheepskin coat, is it? So, get yourself indoors, sneakily hitch up the heating and watch one of these fab shows instead.
- What’s on the box? 9 shows to watch this week
  
  Feeling exhausted from too much actual face-to-face interaction? Yeah, us too. So grab yourself a cuppa, a packet of chocolate digestives, and have a bit of one-to-one time with the television.

Little Black Book

Want to support local? Our curated pick of the most creative, unique and brilliant businesses near you.

Kentisbury Grange, nr Barnstaple

Acleaf, Plymouth

Boringdon Hall & Spa, Plymouth

Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa, Newton Abbot

Peaks & Trails

Stacks Property Finders

Halulu Bar, Teignmouth

Seaton Tramway, Seaton

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM), Exeter

Surf South West, Croyde

Crealy Theme Park & Resort, Exeter

Curious Kitchen, Brixham

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Sneak peek! Mickey’s Beach Bar, Exmouth

Muddy had a look inside celebrity chef Michael Caines’ shiny new Exmouth beach bar before its unveiling on 17 May. Fancy a nosey?
- Review: Sharpham wine & cheese tasting tour
  
  Fancy an outdoor foodie meet-up? Here's one we tried earlier, Sharpham's Guided Wine and Cheese Tour. And we have two tours to give away to one lucky Muddy reader!
- 15 perfect pubs for a sundowner
  
  Where can you soak up every last ray of sunshine while making like it's summer with a spritzer? Here's where to put on your hotlist.

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Fire brand! Get ready for re-entry

Gearing up for your business to re-open post lockdown? Get on message with these top 10 tips from a local branding and social media guru.
Kids
- May’s top releases for Children’s Book Week
  
  It's Children's Book Week! Need some new reading material for your little bookbugs? These seven new releases should have them captivated (and quiet).
- The 7 questions everyone asks about online schools
  
  Where does the social side, sport and extra-curricular come in to virtual education, and what about a timetable and exams? We tackle the big questions about online schools

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8 chic spring jackets to buy now

That 17 May date is on its way, but we’re still eating outdoors for now which is the perfect excuse to nab one of these gorgeous spring jackets, including lovely local options.
- Green age kicks! eco-cool trainers
  
  There's nothing like box fresh white trainers to put a spring in your step. The good news for the planet is that this lot tick the stylish and sustainable box too.
- Word up! Slogan sweats to buy now
  
  Can't find the words to say it yourself? Say it with a sweater! Here are eight cool slogan jumpers we're coveting right now, all from indie shops and brands.

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- Muddy reviews: Brow lamination
  
  The eyebrows have it! With masks still hiding most of our features, Muddy road-tests a hot new beauty treatment for beefing up your brows.
- Get ready to go outside: SPFs for every skin type
  
  The sun is (just) starting to make itself felt and while that brings happiness, joy and vitamin D, it also means more time outdoors. Get prepped with the best facial SPFs.

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Our favourite ethical places: The Big Beanbag Company

Looking to shop sustainably for your home and holidays? Who better to ask than the West Country creators of the world’s first eco-friendly beanbag.
- Your local Indie Store heroes: part two
  
  Meet the local entrepreneurs who went from garages, kitchen tables and market stalls to become thriving and fabulous Devon businesses.
- Six lockdown heroines to celebrate IWD
  
  It’s been a bit of a year so to mark International Women’s Day 2021, we thought we’d big up six women who have impressed, delighted and inspired us over the past 12 months.

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City slickin’: what’s on in London this summer

London’s shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events planned at museums, theatres and the like. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what’s on in the capital.
- Nine divine holiday rentals to book now for an autumn break
  
  If you didn't have sharp enough elbows to get your summer holiday staycation nailed, fear not. Here are the holiday rentals to book now for an autumn weekend escape
- Muddy must-sees: 14 things to do in Dartmouth
  
  Craving a nifty nautical adventure? Hotfoot it to the South Hams harbour town for shopping, scoffing, quaffing and messing about on the water.