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Lady Burnell-Nugent DL Attends Plymouth’s Armed Forces Day Parade
On 24th June, Lady Burnell-Nugent DL attended Plymouth’s ‘Freedom of the City Parade’ to commemorate Armed Forces Day.
Deputy Lieutenant Philip Bostock OBE Attends Windrush Flag Raising Ceremony
On 22nd June, Deputy Lieutenant Philip Bostock OBE attended the Devon Windrush Flag Raising Ceremony at Devon County Council to mark 75 years since the Empire Windrush arrived in Tilbury Dock and its 492 passengers disembarked to begin a new life in Britain.
Deputy Lieutenants Gathering at Exeter College
On 19th June, we had a gathering of both our past and present Deputy Lieutenants, warmly hosted by Exeter College at their @ thirty-four restaurant.
Deputy Lieutenant Richard Stevens MBE attends Plymouth’s Armed Forces Day Flag Raising
On 19th June, Deputy Lieutenant Richard Stevens MBE attended Plymouth’s Armed Forces Day Flag Raising Ceremony.
Lord Lieutenant of Devon Walks South West Coast Path
On 15th June, the Lord Lieutenant of Devon walked part of the South West Coast Path to commemorate its 50th anniversary. The path stretches across 630 miles, making it the UK’s longest National Trail. He also gave a speech on the day to thank its volunteers.
Deputy Lieutenant Brian Wills-Pope MBE Walks South West Coast Path
On 7th June, Deputy Lieutenant Brian Wills-Pope MBE walked part of the South West Coast Path to commemorate its 50th anniversary. The path stretches across 630 miles, making it the UK's longest National Trail.
Rear Admiral Chris Snow CBE DL visits the Catholic Children Society
On 18th May, Rear Admiral Chris Snow CBE DL attended the Catholic Children Society’s ‘Fundraising Lunch’, where he spoke about the Lieutenancy and the role we perform in Devon.
Deputy Lieutenant Nick Powe Cutting Brixham’s Coronation Cake
For the Coronation celebrations on 8th May, Deputy Lieutenant Nick Powe was invited to Brixham’s ‘Parade Service’, where he had the duty and honour to cut their Coronation cake. Photo Credit: Al Macphee / Miracle PR
Deputy Lieutenant Nick Powe Torbay’s ‘Coronation Church Service’
For the Coronation celebrations on 7th May, Deputy Lieutenant Nick Powe was invited to Torbay’s ‘Coronation Church Service’. Following the service, he was welcomed to the full event on Torre Abbey Meadows for the ‘Big Picnic and Volunteer Day’, with live musical...
Dame Suzi Leather DBE DL Attends Exeter Hindu Cultural Centre’s (EHCC) ‘Coronation Pooja’
For the Coronation celebrations on 6th May, Dame Suzi Leather DBE DL was invited to Exeter Hindu Cultural Centre’s (EHCC) ‘Coronation Pooja’, where the Chanting of Bhajans (Hindu Prayers for His Majesty) took place. This was followed by a presentation from children...
Lord Lieutenant of Devon at King Charles III Coronation
The Lord Lieutenant of Devon was invited to attend the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey on Saturday, 6th May. In the photo, he can be seen singing the Hymn: ‘Christ is Made the Sure Foundation’ alongside other guests.
Universal Peace Prayers Presentation
On 27th April, the Lord Lieutenant of Devon was presented with a copy of Universal Peace Prayers by Ravindran Nathwani and the Trustees of the Devon Faith and Belief Forum.
Lord Lieutenant at Exeter City vs Plymouth Argyle Football Match
On 15th April, Devon FA hosted the Lord Lieutenant of Devon at the Exeter City vs Plymouth Argyle Football Match at St James Park, Exeter. Plymouth Argyle beat Exeter City 1-0. Congratulations to Plymouth Argyle!
Armed Forces Covenant Signing
On Wednesday, 22nd March, The Armed Forces Covenant was signed by Devon County Council and Torbay Council, supported by The Countess of Arran, our Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Devon. The signing was held at Commando Training Centre Royal Marines and hosted by the...
Breakfast Event with Plymouth Voluntary Sector
On 21st February, the Lord Lieutenant held a Breakfast Event at Stonehouse Barracks (courtesy of the Royal Marines), to discuss co-operation opportunities with a wide range of the Plymouth Voluntary Sector.