Case Studies
There are many successful projects in Devon where communities have taken action and work together to benefit their local area.

More than 250 towns and parishes in the county have snow wardens in place in case Devon is hit by prolonged severe weather. Read more >

Highway Self Help scheme gives town and parish councils and community self-help groups the opportunity to do small maintenance tasks. Read more >

Marwood Parish Council joined the highway self help scheme and uses its funds towards a parish handyman. Read more >

One of the initial issues facing local councils is access to appropriate signs and equipment. Read more >

In response to demand to fill potholes, Devon Highways Materials Laboratory identified a product, that would provide a robust fix. Read more >

Community project to provide reliable and efficient renewable energy. Read more >

A pilot project to test how communities can support local libraries Read more >

Developing a central space for co-use and a prominent ‘shop counter’. Read more >

Taking on a youth centre and creating a hub for wider community use. Read more >