Marina from Tarka Vets spoke to Hopps about the company, and gave advice on pet passports

Steve Payne from the dog and cat charity, K9 Focus, spoke to Laura James about upcoming fundraising events in North Devon

Njeri from the charity, Dry River Children, spoke to Hopps about how the charity came to be, and how you can help with their next adventure

The Taw Explorers are working towards their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Expedition. Hattie and Roy spoke to Laura James about the plans, plus Ten Tors and Scouting in North Devon

Helen Cooper and Neil Sadler spoke to Hopps about the music festival 'Braunton Beats', running from 15th - 17th May.

Karen Farrington spoke to Hopps about the Parracombe Arts and Literary Festival, with over thirty events. Karen explained how the festival began, and what we can expect this year

Katy Anderson from the National Trust spoke about the Walking Festival happening around the Lorna Doone, Heddon Valley and East Titchberry areas - as well as others.

North Devon based gallery Studio KIND has been awarded more than £19,000 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for it's 'Back to the Market' project. Peter Styles explained the project when he spoke to Laura James

Alex Bunn from the Grand Detour told Hopps how a lads holiday became an event raising over £7,500 for Devon Air Ambulance

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and the Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 28th April about upcoming shows

Devon's new High Sheriff is from North Devon. Mark Ansell joined Laura James in the studio to talk about his new role, and his priorities going forward

Leo Cooper from the Ilfracombe Rotary Club spoke to Hopps about a free event over the bank holiday weekend at the end of May, it's the Ilfracombe Beer Festival!

Rod Clements, the founder member of 70's group Lindisfarne spoke to Hopps on The Voice 2 on 23rd April about how their career was actually launched in Barnstaple, where they make a welcome return this week.

Sector Inspector for Barnstaple Police, Inspector Andy Wills and Inspector Joey Lester, the neighbourhood policing Inspector for South Molton, Lynton, Ilfracombe and Braunton, spoke to Laura James about their roles and the focus heading towards summer in North Devon

Danny Greeno from the Veterans Charity spoke to Hopps about the recent activity from our local charity, and news of some exciting fundraising events coming up over the next few months

Barnstaple Ladies Choir is preparing its next concert, a fundraiser ahead of the groups trip to Derry. Lynne Beer spoke to Laura James

Louise Butcher, known locally as the "topless runner" raises awareness of breast cancer and mastectomy scars. She's working on a new creative project with a local team, as she explained to Hopps

Anne Garside from Nurture in Nature spoke to Hopps about the latest project to help them support more families in the North Devon community

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and the Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 21st April about upcoming shows

Grit and Grace Functional Fitness in Barnstaple is celebrating it's first birthday with a charity fundraiser. To raise money for a defibrillator, Lottie and Estelle from the gym promise to do a burpee for every pound raised! Lottie Miles explained the challenge

The Fern Centre is holding a Lifestyle and Well-being Fair at Cedars in Barnstaple on Wednesday 22nd April. Tara Jones and Holly Conway spoke to Laura James about the event, as well as explaining the support the centre provides across North Devon

Hannah Ashford from North Devon Against Domestic Abuse spoke to Laura James in April 2026, to give an update on the women's centre, Temperance House

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and the Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 14th April about upcoming shows

The Wave Project North Devon is running adaptive surf sessions in the community. Ian Bennett from the charity spoke to Laura James about it, and the recent trip to Barbados!

The Woodyard Project hopes to combat loneliness for 40-60 year-old members of the community in North Devon with its Mindful Mondays, quiz events and Reading for  Wellbeing sessions. Kayleigh Pullin-Rogers and Hepsie Goddin spoke to Laura James

The North Devon Motor Club has a Targa Rally event on Sunday 12th April. Pat Jennings and Jason Irwin spoke to Laura James about it, and the 80th anniversary celebrations planned for June

Steve from North Devon based animal charity, K9 Focus, spoke to Laura James on 2nd April about fundraising and volunteer opportunities, and he brought along a very special guest...

Waymakers is a neurodivergent-led Community Interest Company in North Devon. RISE is a project led by young people who hold workshops in businesses and schools across the community. Paris, Storm and Amelia spoke to Laura James about the project

Braunton Beats is a three day festival across various venues in Braunton on 15th, 16th and 17th May. Helen Cooper spoke to Hopps about some of the performers and locations involved

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and the Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 31st March about upcoming shows

Glorious! tells the story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the "worst singer in the world". Wendi Peters spoke to Laura James about the comedy drama, coming to the Queens theatre in Barnstaple on Thursday 2nd April - Saturday 4th April

Keira Keen is a 19 year-old author from Barnstaple. She spoke to Marc Austin about her work

The Sector Inspector for Barnstaple Police, Insp. Andy Wills, answered listeners questions on 26th March

The National Trust is planning lots of events to run over the Easter holidays in North Devon. Katy Anderson spoke to Laura James

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and the Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 24th March about upcoming shows

A charity dance show is coming to the Queens theatre in Barnstaple on 12th April. Featuring dance companies from across Devon, as well as former Strictly professionals, Flavia Cacace and Vincent Simone. Flavia spoke to Laura James about the event, raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support

Tilly Baker is a GB 10m Air Pistol shooter, and has competed in shooting competitions across the South West, won a silver medal at the British Open Championships and represented Great Britain at the Junior Championships in Bulgaria

Ana Lodge from Sunrise Diversity spoke to Hopps about the charity and its exciting future due to recent funding from the National Lottery

Reuben Herbert spoke to Hopps about his charity abseil and fundraising for North Devon District Hospital

Barnstaple is bidding to become the UK's first Town of Culture for 2028. Penny Rowland Hill spoke to Laura James about the bid, and what it would mean to the town if it won the title

James Parkes spoke to Naomi Proctor on 17th March about upcoming shows at the Queens and the Landmark theatres in North Devon

The Northern Devon Branch of Parkinson's UK is marking World Parkinson's Day on 11th April with a run or walk at Rock Park in Barnstaple. Sharon Surgeon spoke to Laura James about the event, and explained how the charity can provide a great deal of support locally

Sam from the North Devon Hog Roast company is taking part in a 60 mile hike to raise money for Children's Hospice South West. She spoke to Laura James about the challenge and training

Ilfracombe has placed a bid to become the first UK Town of Culture 2028. Charmain Lovett spoke to Hopps about the bid, and what it means for the community

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and the Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 10th March about upcoming shows

Vinny Patrick from the Barnstaple Amateur Boxing Club spoke to Laura James on 9th March about upcoming events 

Alix McDonald spoke to Hopps about women in art ahead of International Women's Day

Steve Payne from K9 Focus spoke to Laura James on 5th March about volunteering opportunities with the charity

The Rebel Rose Collective is putting on an evening of theatre to mark International Women's Day, as Camilla Holroyd explains

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and the Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 3rd March about upcoming shows

Headway North Devon is dedicated to improving life after brain injury, and supports people in the community. Don Pratt spoke to Laura James about the charity, and its need for support. (You can email headwayndmobile@gmail.com to find out more)

The Sector Inspector for Barnstaple Police, Insp. Andy Wills, answered listeners questions and concerns on 26th February 

Nadine Morrish and Natasha Jade from Dancing Feet Academy spoke to Hopps about the 30 year anniversary and the 'Let's Dance' national campaign 

The Freewheelers Blood Bikes is a registered charity which operates across Devon. Rik Moy from the North Devon area of the charity spoke to Laura James about the need for volunteers

Naomi Proctors from the Queens and the Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 24th February about upcoming shows

North Devon Hospice is currently marking its Living Through Loss appeal, running from 16th Feb to 31st March. The charity the hopes to raise £50,000 to support families and children facing the loss of a parent or loved one. Head of Marketing and Communications, Leo Cooper and counsellor Jo Johnson spoke to Laura James 

Reuben Herbert is taking on the Berry Beast Abseil to raise money for the Staples wards at North Devon District Hospital after the support he received following a stroke. Reuben spoke to Hopps about his fundraising and rehabilitation

Pollyanna Mears is running the London Marathon to raise money for North Devon Against Domestic Abuse after the charity supported her. She spoke to Laura James