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On 22nd August, South Hams and West Devon Councils issued a joint letter to inform Town Councils, Parish Councils, and Neighbourhood Planning Groups within or adjoining South Hams and West Devon that the Councils have launched a Scoping Consultation for the new South Hams and West Devon Joint Local Plan.

The consultation is an early opportunity to help shape the matters the new Joint Local Plan should address and the way they engage people during plan preparation.

The attached Notice sets out details of how residents, local businesses, organisations, voluntary groups and other stakeholders can engage with and respond to the consultation.

The Councils are seeking views on:

• the vision and objectives for the new Joint Local Plan;
• the key issues for the new Joint Local Plan to address;
• how the Councils should engage with people throughout the plan-making process.

Representations must be received by the Councils by 11.59pm on Thursday 24 September 2026.

If you have any questions regarding the consultation or would like any further information, please contact the Strategic Planning Team by email at strategic.planning@swdevon.gov.uk.

ATTENTION:
We regret to inform you that there has been an increase in anti-social behaviour in Salcombe this summer, particularly during the evenings, in and around the Yacht Club and Cliff House Gardens.

Recent incidents reported to the Police include:

• young people climbing onto the Watch House roof and jumping into the Harbour;
• theft of outboards and SUPs from the Watch House;
• alcohol being stolen from the SYC Outside Bar;
• vandalism to the SYC Outside Bar;
• large anti-social gatherings in Cliff House Gardens, including underage drinking, smoking and vaping;
• vandalism to the Outside Shower at the Watchhouse.

All of these incidents have been reported to the Police. However, the Club has been advised that continued reporting is essential to help the Police and Local Council build a clear picture of the problem and take appropriate action.

Please help us keep the Club, Cliff House and our wider community safe.

If you witness anti-social behaviour, please report it using the links below:

Report anti-social behaviour to the Police: HERE

Report an incident to South Hams District Council: HERE

If you witness a crime in progress or someone is in immediate danger, please call 999.

Thank you for your help and vigilance. By reporting incidents, you can help the Police and Council take action and keep Salcombe safe for everyone.

The Annual Exhibition of Art
by local artists will be in
East Portlemouth Village Hall
From Friday 14^th August until Monday 17^th August
From 11:00 am until 5:00 pm Daily

 

Tickets for this year’s raffle are now on sale!

As well as from the usual sellers, and at the Fayre itself on 9th August, this year they may also be purchased at Village Farm Café and the Old Stable (cash only).

For more information about the raffle, click here.