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Westward Ho! News — 29 May 2026

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crime

Police Investigate Bank Holiday Brawl at Westward Ho! Beach

Police are investigating a fight on the pebble ridge at Westward Ho! that shocked bank holiday beachgoers. Young children were allegedly injured by thrown rocks during the incident.

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transport

Road Closure Affects Route 21 Bus Service to Westward Ho!

A road closure at Langtree, Bideford is causing disruption to the Route 21 bus service between Barnstaple and Westward Ho! from 27 May to 10 June 2026.

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environment

Westward Ho! Retains Blue Flag Beach Status for 23rd Consecutive Year

Westward Ho! beach has been awarded Blue Flag status for the 23rd year running, maintaining its recognition for high environmental and quality standards.

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crime

Remains Found on Westward Ho! Beach Identified as Missing 44-Year-Old Man

An inquest has opened into the death of a 44-year-old man whose remains were found on Westward Ho! beach. Police attended on May 22 after body parts were discovered, with more remains found on the nearby coastline later that day.

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What’s On

  • 2026-06-17 · Northam Burrows and Westward Ho! Beach

    Midsummer Evening Walk

    Guided midsummer evening walk organised by Wander Women North Devon, starting at 6.30pm.

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  • Kingsley Hall, Westward Ho!

    Into the Woods

    Youth theatre production featuring young performers in a musical adventure with classic fairy tale characters.

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