Devizes secures 3rd place in England’s market town rankings. It excels with its independent businesses, listed buildings, and historic landmarks. Devizes Market Town Ranks Among Top in England for its Charm and Character Devizes got third place nationally in a ranking of English market towns. Independent Cottages, a travel company, made the list, with Bridport…
Devizes Assize Court, abandoned since the 1980s, is set for restoration Inside Devizes Assize Court Left Derelict for Decades Devizes: The Assize Court on Northgate Street has been empty since the 1980s. It’s now in a really bad state. The building has been left to deteriorate for decades. Plans are underway to turn it into…
A 16-year-old burglar stole car keys and other items during a crime spree Wiltshire Teenager, 16, Stole Jaguar Keys During Crime Spree Swindon: A 16-year-old boy has been charged with multiple burglaries. He can’t be named due to his age. The charges include burglary, theft, and possession of a weapon. He pleaded guilty to all…
Catch up on the latest court rulings from Swindon and Salisbury, covering various cases and sentences handed down recently. Latest Court Cases from Swindon and Salisbury: January Updates DEVIZES: On January 8, Liam Kinseley from Rendell Court was sentenced for assault. He admitted to assaulting someone in Trowbridge last September. The court fined him £100…
The closure of Expressions has left Devizes shoppers feeling heartbroken and concerned about the future of local businesses Devizes Town Centre Store Closure Leaves Shoppers Gutted Devizes: Expressions, a beloved card and gift shop on High Street, has officially closed its doors. It’s a real bummer for the community. The shop has been cleared out,…
Police in Wiltshire have arrested six individuals after a successful drug raid in Melksham and Devizes, urging the public to report suspicious activity. Six Arrested Following Successful Drug Raid in Wiltshire Melksham: So, here’s the scoop. Wiltshire Police were busy on Thursday morning, January 23. They executed some warrants at two places in Melksham and…
Exciting news for Wiltshire as plans for 425 new homes move forward, promising affordable options and community-focused designs Plans for 425 Homes in Wiltshire Reach Significant Development Stage Chippenham: So, Bellway has just wrapped up a deal to buy land in both Devizes and Chippenham. They’re looking to build a bunch of homes there, and…
Exciting developments are underway for the Wiltshire Museum in Devizes, thanks to generous donations and a new planning application Plans Progress for Wiltshire Museum Project in Devizes Devizes: Big news for the town! Two major charitable foundations have stepped up, pledging £1 million to help restore the old Devizes Assize Court. This historic building has…
A tragic house fire in Devizes has led to the death of a 77-year-old man, prompting an investigation by local authorities Investigation Underway Following Devizes House Fire That Claimed Life Devizes: Emergency services rushed to a fire on Ferozeshah Road just before 7pm on Saturday, January 18. It was a tough scene. Sadly, despite their…
A Devizes man has been convicted of attempting to murder another man in a shocking town centre incident last year Devizes Man Found Guilty of Attempting to Murder in Town Centre Attack Devizes: Kubilay Bostanli, a 27-year-old from Anzio Road, was found guilty of trying to murder Kavan Whelan outside a butcher’s shop last June.…
Devizes Town Council updates residents on the ongoing roof restoration project, highlighting its importance and progress since last October Major Works Progress to Repair Devizes ‘Hidden Gem’ Roof Devizes: The Town Council is excited to share that the roof restoration project for the town hall is moving along nicely. They kicked things off last October,…
Developers are pushing forward with plans for solar farms near Potterne, facing community pushback and upcoming council decisions Update on Plans for 300 Acres of Wiltshire Solar Farms Under Review Potterne: Nearly 300 acres of land near here is set to become solar farms. Developers have their eyes on this area, and it’s stirring up…
A tragic house fire in Devizes claimed the life of a 77-year-old man, with investigations ongoing into the cause of the blaze Man in 70s Dies After Devizes House Fire, Investigation Underway Devizes: On Saturday evening, emergency services rushed to a fire on Ferozeshah Road just before 7 PM. Sadly, a 77-year-old man lost his…
A serious house fire in Devizes saw firefighters working late into the night to bring it under control Firefighters Battle Major House Fire in Devizes Devizes: On Saturday evening, the Dorset and Wiltshire Fire Service got a call about a house fire on Ferozesah Road. Crews from Devizes, Calne, and Marlborough rushed to the scene…
