Spotlight

What's on this weekend in Devon?Sculpture, foraging, stories and songs from DJ Mark Radcliffe, and Living Dangerously with explorer Ralph Fiennes, it's all on in our 'hood this week.
Gin Gin! It's the Muddy Awards DoSpeeching, ginning, certificating and trying not to fall over-ing! All the gossip and pics from Muddy's favourite night of the year.
Ten Devon artists to snap up nowWant to bag a local masterpiece to brighten a bare wall? With two weeks of artist open studios around the county from 11 - 26 September, now's your chance.
The best literary festivals to bookmark nowRuby, Ruby, Ruby! Check out the literary luminaries heading to Devon for this autumn's book festivals.
What's on in SeptemberAutumn incoming! 40+ things to do this month in Devon, including open artist studios, comedy tours, book and food fests and learn to snorkel.

Well, hello!

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

Never mind Clarkson's Farm. If you want to get into the harvest spirit, treat your table to fruit and veg-inspired Portugese pottery.

Thanks to everyone who took part this year, and helped celebrate the most awesome indie businesses across 25 counties.

Local bakeries we love, in honour of GBBO

Bake Off is back so time to drag out the food mixer. Can’t be bothered? Fair enough! Put down that spatula and support these 8 drool-worthy Devon bakeries instead.
- Night at the museum: The Box Kitchen & Bar
  
  Will Friday night dinner at Plymouth’s most exciting cultural hub, The Box, tick all the right Muddy, er, boxes? Grab your napkin – we’re going in!
- Muddy reviews: Crab & Hammer, Paignton
  
  Crab and lobster cracker at the ready! Paignton’s netted itself a fabulous new catch on the harbour – an indie seafood restaurant with sustainable cred.

Feet up! What to watch on TV this week

Don’t miss our weekly round-up of the best things on the box. Iconic panel show reboots, big-budget sci-fi, and a cheeky little baking competition… here’s what to watch this week.
- New TV alert! 6 shiny things dropping this week
  
  We’re getting into prime autumn telly season, with three — count them, three! — hotly-awaited series returns this week. Read all about them (as well as the other shiny new releases) here…
- 5 things you won’t want to miss on TV this week
  
  Channel 4’s making history, Colin Farrell stars in the BBC’s bleak new period drama, Anya Taylor-Joy comes of age in Ireland, and more. Muddy’s got the inside-line on unmissable telly this week.

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

Italy, Mr Bond? 24 hours in Matera

Make mine a martini, shaken not stirred while we tell you our insider tips on how to best experience the coolest city you’ve probably never heard of.
- Muddy review: Heasley House, Exmoor
  
  Go wild in the country! Pack your walking boots and high expectations – we’re off to a laidback boutique hotel and restaurant on the edge of Exmoor.
- 65 paw-fect dog-friendly stays
  
  Have pooch, will travel? Here are 65 stays across the Muddy counties that are all Fido-friendly from stunning stately homes to rural cottage staycations.

Ten Devon artists to snap up now

Want to bag a local masterpiece to brighten a bare wall? With two weeks of artist open studios around the county from 11 – 26 September, now’s your chance.
- Is this the West Country’s most stunning home?
  
  Spoiler *yes!* Muddy had a peek inside this award-winning masterclass in rustic luxe style. Trust me, it’s very you.
- 10 knockout farmhouses that are up for sale now
  
  Fell in love with rural life on your staycay? Us too. Quick, before the market turns: check out these absolutely stunning farms to snap up across the Muddy counties (and beyond).
- Kickstart your immune system in two weeks
  
  Tired all the time? Suffering with headaches or achey joints? Boost your wellbeing with this two-week self-care programme from Cleanse for Living this autumn.
- Muddy reviews: Women’s Wellbeing and Wine Day
  
  Cheers! Or should that be Namaste…Do yoga, wild swimming, breath work and wine tasting mix? Muddy heads to Swanaford Vineyard to find out.

Running a business during Covid? Read this

Closures + pinged staff + loan worries…sound like your average work day at the mo? We tapped the experts at Kitsons Solicitors for how to ensure your business thrives in a pandemic.
- Back to school: how to ease kids into class
  
  Children worried about a return to the three Rs? Here are five common problems, from feeling self-conscious to Covid concerns, and how to help.
- Music maestro! What’s on for kids at Dartington
  
  Got a budding musician in the family? Then you’ll be wanting the lowdown on all the FREE events and workshops at this year’s Summer School. Tootoot!

A new leaf: your 10 autumn wardrobe essentials

Bright knits, checks, big handbags, even bigger boots. We’ve got your autumn/winter 2021 fashion fix sorted.
- Rent your clothes like Carrie!
  
  Ethical, eco and everywhere – with Carrie Symonds showing us how to work a sustainable wardrobe, here’s where you can rewear, repair and renew your clothes in style.
- Best swimwear for 2021
  
  Nothing says summer like new swimwear. Who cares if it’s the Med or the back garden, it’s time to splash out. Whether it’s eco, floral, striped, shaping, nautical or sporty, we’ve found your perfect bikini or swimsuit.
- Review: Champagne & Truffles Facial
  
  Muddy road-tests possibly the most decadent facial Devon has to offer at Torquay’s fabulous £2million spa at Lincombe Hall Hotel.
- Muddy review: The Boudoir, Babbacombe
  
  Muddy writer Ashley takes her barnet to Torbay’s only boutique salon with a prestigious Wella Colour Expert Award. But will she embrace the grey?

Doing Sober October? Meet Sarah from Sea Arch

Say salut to the co-founder of Sea Arch Drinks, Devon’s tastiest non-alcoholic gin. Plus, your chance to WIN a Sea Arch bundle worth £101.30!
- Muddy meets Amanda Keetley
  
  We caught up with the coast-loving, director of Devon Environment Foundation for a nosey in her beach bag – and tips on how to be more sustainable, naturally.
- Muddy talks parenting with Lorraine Candy
  
  “All teenage girls think their mums are a bit rubbish”. Journalist and mother of four Lorraine Candy talks parenting, moody teens and motherhood with Muddy.