From an early age I enjoyed playing with clay at home as my mother had a small pottery studio. However, it was not until I lived in Japan in my twenties that I became more seriously interested in making pots.
I loved the delicious food in Japan and the way it was often served on hand-made pots. The variety of tableware and its wide use in homes and restaurants was very inspiring. I started pottery classes and traveled widely in Japan to visit the many pottery areas. In getting to grips with the Japanese language of pottery, I wrote The Japanese Pottery Handbook (Kodansha 1979).
After my apprenticeship at Dartington Pottery, I chose to work with red earthenware clay, following in the English slipware tradition. I love the warm colour of the clay and the decorative possibilities of using coloured slips with a few simple glazes.
My inspiration for decoration comes mainly from nature. I walk in the countryside where I live and the trees and plants provide a wealth of inspiration. I also like to explore texture in my work and often use a ‘sgraffito’ technique, incising through layers of slip to the clay colour underneath. I have worked at my present workshop in Moretonhampstead, Devon, for the last 25 years and enjoy having my own showroom here, where I can meet my customers and work with my apprentices.
https://www.pennysimpsonceramics.co.uk/
Penny Simpson Ceramics 44A Court St, Moretonhampstead TQ13 8LG
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A warm welcome awaits you at The Huntsman Inn. We are situated next to the famed College in the village of Ide, within easy reach of Exeter and the A30/M5.
We offer a traditional Devon pub welcome with wood-burning fires, local ales and good home-cooked food. We are dog friendly with a car park, a large beer garden with gazebos and covered areas.
https://www.thehuntsmaninn.com/
The Huntsman Inn 2 High Street, Ide EX2 9RN
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Bike Hire, Bike Sales, Bike Repair, Cafe
We are at the start of Dartmoor's Wray Valley Cycle Trail with ample parking for customers. A cafe and animal feed store on site.
Opening times: March to Mid-September inclusive, Monday to Sunday 9am till 5pm
Bikes may still be hired outside of these dates, please telephone to book.
Weekly bike hire delivered and collected all year round.
We now have a growing number of ELECTRIC BIKES for hire
https://www.julianandcaya.co.uk/home
Dartmoor Bike Hire Kings Bridge Yard, Station Rd, Moretonhampstead, TQ13 8NQ
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Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) is an award-winning public art gallery hosting an acclaimed programme of contemporary art & craft exhibitions, alongside a permanent collection of artist Thelma Hulbert’s work.
Workshops and activities for the community, Learning Room with kids’ art & craft materials, shop and refreshments area.
https://www.thelmahulbert.com/
Thelma Hulbert Gallery Elmfield House, Dowell Street, Honiton EX14 1LX
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Jurassic Paddle Sports is a SUP, Kayak and Surfboard hire company on Sidmouth Beach, Devon. We pride ourselves on the service we give to our customers.
Our Team
Our friendly team are on hand to make sure you are safe in the water and have everything you need to have an enjoyable time. Our qualified instructors will show you how to use our equipment and answer any questions you have before you head off to enjoy the sea.
Our Facilities
We have everything you need to enjoy the water! Dry bags, changing towels, wetsuits for all ages and, of course, buoyancy aids. Our range of SUPs, Kayaks, Bodyboards and Surfboards means you can enjoy the water all day long! We also have a card payment facility if you can’t pay by cash.
Where to find us
We are located at the western end of the esplanade in front of Belmont hotel and also in front of the two offshore rock islands. You will see our flags when we are open.
https://jurassicpaddlesports.co.uk/
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Bike Guide Devon is here to help you find the best mountain bike riding in East Devon, whether you're new to riding off-road or an experienced rider.
From swooping singletrack to quiet bridlepaths I can design a ride just for you. All the rides come with lovely views and I can build in delicious food stops too. I specialise in confidence-building rides for women. Come as a group of friends or give yourself a one-to-one session. I also lead eMTB rides. If you haven't tried one yet, electric mountain bikes are now available for hire in Sidmouth
https://www.bikeguidedevon.co.uk/
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We are closing the gap in electric vehicle charging infrastructure
In contrast to destination charging applications that serve existing electric vehicle drivers, we are here to support the 40% of drivers who wants to switch to electric vehicles but have no way of charging them at home.
Our community-based solution empowers those who want to drive an electric vehicle to confidently make the decision to switch.
Use the Co Charger app to find a nearby Co Charger Host. If you already have a charge point at your home, you can become a Host and rent it to your neighbours, helping to make your neighbourhood cleaner and greener.
Co Charger Limited Science Park Centre, 6 Babbage Way, Exeter Science Park, Clyst Honiton, Exeter EX5 2FN
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Exeter is a green motoring hotspot, with more sales of electric vehicles than anywhere else in the UK. But what if you want to go electric and can’t charge at home? That’s where we come in.
This exciting initiative will install state-of-the-art electric vehicle chargers in local neighbourhoods across our city; bringing rapid, reliable charging to where you need it. Plus, it’s powered by 100% solar energy that’s generated right here in Devon.
No EV? No problem. A partnership with Co Cars car club means that in many locations there’ll be an electric car available to hire by the hour or day, providing affordable access to electric vehicles for everyone.
Together, we’re making Exeter electric.
https://rapidchargingdevon.co.uk/
Rapid Charging Devon Gamma Energy, Woodwater House, Pynes Hill, Exeter EX2 5WR
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Mazzard Farm holiday cottages offers six contemporary and luxury holiday cottages, situated around a pretty, cobbled courtyard.
Our cottages sleep between 2 and 10, and are great for couples, families and groups, with short breaks available for most of the year.
We have 17 acres of our own grounds, which include gardens, an orchard, play areas, and animal enclosure, and a large woodland.
Mazzard Farm is situated on East Hill (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), just a mile south of the pretty market town of Ottery St Mary and 5 miles north of the world heritage Jurassic Coast at Sidmouth. This is also where you find our nearest beach.
Mazzard Farm East Hill, Ottery St Mary EX11 1QQ
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Seaton Tramway operates narrow gauge heritage trams between Seaton, Colyford and Colyton in East Devon's glorious Axe Valley, travelling alongside the River Axe estuary through two nature reserves and giving an unrivalled view of the abundant wading bird life.
The coastal resort of Seaton is now a gateway town to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whilst the historic town of Colyton is described as "Devon's Most Rebellious Town" for its part in the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685. Explore this site for full details and then be sure to pay us a visit!
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