Queen's Medical Centre, Barnstaple

21/03/2026

From 1 April 2026, you can add a few more items to your kerbside recycling.
Tetra Paks (like orange juice and milk cartons) and crisp tubes (such as Pringles) will now be accepted. Simply flatten and pop them in your brown recycling bag with the rest of your recycling.
Thank you for helping to recycle more ♻️

North Devon Council

21/03/2026

Confused by online services?
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20/03/2026

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20/03/2026

Ever feel like alcohol is your default setting – something you reach for without thinking?
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20/03/2026

20/03/2026

HAVE YOU BOOKED YET? The Woodyard Easter Quiz is hopping your way and will soon be here! 🐇

Time to brush up on your trivia, and join us for an evening of laughter and friendly competition.

📅 Date: Saturday 28th March 2026
🕖 Time: Quiz begins at 7pm
📍 Venue: Castle Centre Hall, 25 Castle Street, Barnstaple EX31 1DR
🎟 Tickets: Just £5 per person

🥪 Bring your own food and drinks (alcoholic or otherwise) and settle in for a great night out.

BOOK YOUR PLACE on our Eventbrite site here: https://tinyurl.com/3hr8t8hb

Our brilliant Quiz Master will be putting your knowledge to the test with a mix of questions on a range of topics. So come on your own, bring friends or family or join others on the night – everyone is welcome and all Easter bunnies are invited! Doors open from 6.30pm.

All funds raised will support The Woodyard, a community project hosted by NDVS and inspired by the work of well-known author Ann Cleeves.

We promise you a fun community atmosphere and the chance to support a great local cause, creating activities and spaces where no-one feels lonely and all are welcome.

20/03/2026

Don't forget that tomorrow is our next Bereavement Cafe at Castle Chambers Barnstaple.

The cafe is a relaxed and informal space where families supported by FiG can chat with our staff and volunteers and connect with other families who have also been bereaved. There will be craft activities for children plus hot and cold drinks/homemade cakes and cookies available free of charge.

There will also be a Reading for Wellbeing session courtesy of Kayleigh from The Woodyard UK, exploring ways to use books and storytelling as tools for reflection, discussion, and emotional healing.

20/03/2026

NEXT UP: 🙌 Mindful Monday – 10am-2pm, this Monday 23rd March at Castle Chambers Café, 26 Castle Street, Barnstaple.

Some people come for the food (delicious!) and for the creative crafting. Others for the conversation and chance to connect.

And EVERYONE comes for the warm welcome and to start the new week in the right headspace!

🫙 The £5 entry fee includes a hot drink, biscuit and access to a whole range of board games, jigsaws, books and crafts situated throughout the café. Plus the café will be open for other snacks and lunch, so please support them if you can. There is even a Pay It Forward board if you’d like to gift a drink or snack to someone else.

📕 Clare Colby will also be running a Hands on Books Workshop from 10am-12pm in the Castle Centre Hall next door. If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at making your own book and learn the many processes involved along the way, this is a wonderful workshop to try. Community contribution: £3–£6.* (Mindful Monday entry fee is waived).

Come along for as long or as little as you like – see you there…

Mindful Mondays community drop ins run every second and fourth Monday of the month. Brought to you by The Woodyard, a community project hosted by North Devon Voluntary Services - NDVS.

20/03/2026

Salt plays an important role in the body, but too much can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Many processed foods contain hidden salt, so it’s easy to consume more than recommended. On the other hand, very low salt levels can sometimes contribute to symptoms like muscle cramps, weakness or fluid balance issues, especially if combined with dehydration.

Staying well hydrated, keeping active and aiming for a balanced diet can help support healthy blood pressure. Understanding how salt affects your body can help you make informed choices. 🧂💧🩺✨

Learn about dietary salt and sodium: https://patient.info/healthy-living/healthy-eating/dietary-salt-and-sodium

Read about salt and your blood pressure: https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/your-blood-pressure/how-to-lower-your-blood-pressure/healthy-eating/salt-and-your-blood-pressure/

20/03/2026

Meningitis. Know the symptoms and what to do if you spot them ⬇️

19/03/2026

If someone in your family has had , you may feel worried about the risk of you and your family having bowel cancer too.
Most cases of bowel cancer aren’t passed down through families, but your risk might be higher if you have a close relative such as a parent, sibling or child who has been diagnosed with the disease. If you’re unsure about your risk or what this means for you, Bowel Cancer UK are here to support you.
For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3Lc4XjJ

19/03/2026

We may not get year-round sunshine, but we can still enjoy the health perks of sunny cuisines: https://patient.info/features/diet-and-nutrition/mediterranean-diet-plan