Arts, Life & Culture in the Heart of the Southwest
From converted fishing boats to historic naval vessels, Dartmouth's musicians are taking to the water for intimate performances that blend maritime heritage with cutting-edge sound. We explore the floating venues revolutionising live music in the Southwest.
For centuries, women have been the unsung heroes of the Dart estuary, operating ferries, managing waterside establishments, and keeping river commerce flowing. Today, a new generation of women are rediscovering and reclaiming this forgotten maritime heritage.
From dawn patrols to midnight emergencies, Devon's harbourmasters navigate the complex waters between tradition and tourism. We meet the dedicated professionals preserving centuries of maritime heritage whilst managing modern pressures from superyachts to sustainability.
In workshops scattered along the Dart estuary, a quiet revolution is taking place. Master craftsmen and eager apprentices are breathing new life into centuries-old boatbuilding traditions, proving that heritage skills have never been more relevant in our sustainable future.
While London and Edinburgh grab the headlines, the South Hams has quietly assembled one of Britain's most diverse festival calendars. From waterside Shakespeare to underground music venues, Dartmouth's cultural revolution is finally earning national attention.
From converted village halls to restored Victorian picture houses, a passionate network of volunteers and cinema lovers are fighting to preserve independent film culture across Devon. These community champions are proving that sometimes the smallest screens can create the biggest impact.
While London chefs chase Instagram fame, Dartmouth's culinary pioneers are quietly building something more authentic. Here, the tide doesn't just bring boats home—it dictates what's for dinner.
Across Devon's countryside, traditional pubs are swapping karaoke nights for poetry readings and quiz nights for gallery openings. These village locals are leading a quiet revolution, transforming into unexpected cultural powerhouses that are breathing new life into rural communities.
From Dartmouth to the Cornish coast, a quiet revolution is brewing as communities band together to save their beloved locals. These aren't just pubs—they're the beating heart of village life, and they're fighting back with remarkable success.
From Shoreditch studios to Devon barns, a generation of artists is trading London rents for creative freedom in the Southwest. We explore why the region's art scene has evolved from weekend hobby to serious cultural force – and why galleries from Bristol to Brighton are taking notice.
The South Hams rewards those who resist the urge to tick off tourist hotspots. We explore how slowing down between Dartmouth and Salcombe reveals the region's most authentic treasures – from hidden coves to centuries-old inns where locals still gather for evening pints.