Knowstone News

The Knowstone Community Defibrillator is now ready for emergency use. It is listed on the South West Ambulance register and those individuals needing emergency defibrillation in the Knowstone area will be directed to it by the 999 emergency service… More

Due to the resignation of Cllr Mike Smith there is now a vacancy on Knowstone Parish Council. Details of the notice of vacancy can be found here.

You may have noticed that there is water on the road at Roachill Cross. South West Water believe it is a fire hydrant valve problem but this needs to be checked out further by the relevant bodies. We will keep you updated but people are aware and it… More

The police have started to provide the Parish Council with police reports as a PCSO is unable to attend Parish Council meetings any longer due to staff availability.  July's report can be viewed here. August's report can be viewed here.

Despite fairly rainy adverse conditions, the Knowstone Parish strimming programme should be completed by the end of this week. Due to the abundant growth on Devon coastal paths, the programme has been slightly delayed this year, which would account… More

The Parish Hall is undergoing some refurbishment throughout July which means it will be unavailable for bookings throughout the month. New lighting is being fitted, the driveway potholes filled and some of the interior is being painted. Please check… More

On Thursday 29th June, parishioners were asked to vote for two new members of the Parish Council. 53% of the electorate turned out to vote. Votes cast were as follows:  Ed Costerton:                  86 Jeremy Filmer-Bennett   70 Tiffany… More

Fourteen passengers joined the Exe Valley Community Bus on Wednesday, 21st June for a trip to Lynmouth -- one of the special “3rd Wednesday” day trips arranged throughout the year. The trip started with a visit to Woody Bay Heritage Steam Train… More

Massive congratulations to Knowstone villager Rachel Hayes who was awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. This was in recognition of her work helping an increasing number of women become involved and succeed in… More

A defibrillator has been delivered to the Parish and the electrical work is in progress; it will be installed and operational within the next few days. Could any CPR volunteers please give your names to Parish Councillor Tony Moore (01398.341889).… More