Knowstone News

Unfortunately, over recent weeks, the police have had a number of reports where sheep have been chased and attacked or killed by dogs. This can be very upsetting for all those involved. Livestock worrying is a criminal offence.  Action could be… More

Dog Fouling – Message for dog owners from the Parish Council Following the report of an increase in dog fouling in some areas of the parish from a concerned resident, Knowstone Parish Council is issuing this polite reminder to all dog owners to… More

Knowstone Village Hall have revealed a number of events which will be taking in place in 2022 in the village. More details of each event is to follow in due course.    Friday, 28th January                     10.30 a.m. – 12.00 noon              … More

Criminals are using the NHS COVID Pass to target the public by convincing them to hand over money, financial details and personal information. REMEMBER: The NHS COVID Pass is FREE and available through the official NHS app (which should only be… More

An AGM is being held for Knowstone Parish Hall on Tuesday 11th January at 7.30pm. The meeting is open to all Parishioners to attend. If you have any thoughts on events we could hold in the village hall or the wider village then please come along and… More

St Peter's Church featured on Spotlight on 4th January 2022 detailing the award winning work which has been completed in the church to reveal the Rood steps. The church warden Reg Howe gave an excellent, eloquent description of the role of the steps… More

The Office of Police and Crime Commissioner is running a survey which asks for feedback on funding of policing in Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Please click here if you wish to express your views.     

The Devon and Cornwall police rural affairs team have produced a calendar which highlights rural issues throughout the year to focus problem solving activity for police, partners and public. This month they are looking at fuel and battery theft and… More

The churchyard has been awarded a certificate of merit in the Devon's Best Churchyard competition. St Peter's also was the subject of another award - The King of Prussia Gold Medal for repair and conservation architecture. It was awarded to… More

What? Over recent weeks we have seen an increase in the theft of items such as agricultural plant and machinery, quad bikes, horse trailers and various tools and equipment. Farms, businesses, yards and also rural properties have all been targeted.… More