Morning interviews

Dereck Walker, the Panto Dame at the Queens Theatre in Barnstaple, popped in to tell Laura James how Beauty and the Beast is going

Diana Lewis of the North Devon Animal Ambulance spoke to Laura James about the work of the charity and the support it offers

The Pickwell Foundation helps welcome resettled families and support those seeking sanctuary in Northern Devon. Nicola Jenner, Steph Molligoda and Kristy McCaskill spoke to Laura James

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and Landmark theatre spoke to Laura James about upcoming shows on Tuesday 17th December

Newport Community School Primary Academy visited The Voice studio to speak to Hopps and sing some Christmas songs!

The Sector Inspector for Barnstaple Police, Insp. Andy Wills spoke to Steve Jones about the Night Bus

Jasmine Bennett from the Wave Project North Devon spoke to Steve Jones about event in December

Holly and Lee from Barnstaple Pannier Market spoke to Steve Jones about events in the lead up to Christmas

Jo Booth from the Dogs Trust in Ilfracombe spoke to Laura James about fostering dogs, and rehoming a two year old Whippet Cross called Willow

Tim Trythall, the Regional Team Lead for the Wave Project, spoke to Laura James about the Big Give for Christmas

Gemma Rous from the Penguin Sports Foundation spoke to Laura James about their one year celebration and Christmas Extravaganza on 7th December

The Kahunas popped in to see Laura James, to talk about their busy year of gigging, what they're looking forward to, and play their Christmas song, Walking in the Air from The Snowman

Steve and Ruth from K9 Focus brought some special furry guests into the studio to meet Laura James

The Benita Community Project is a small non-profit group who provide free hot meals in a pop-up style setting across North Devon, as Ioni Drake explained to Laura James

Emma Marston spoke to Laura James about the exciting events coming up at the Plough Arts Centre in Torrington 

The Beauty and the Beast pantomime is showing at the Queens theatre in Barnstaple this Christmas. Dereck Walker, also known as Dame Fanny Flapjacks spoke to Laura James 

Children's Hospice South West has event planned in the lead up to Christmas, and they want to help you after the festive season by taking your real tree away! Poppy Harrop and Cyra Braunton spoke to Laura James

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

Michelle Bright, the Industrial Placement Leader at Petroc College, spoke to Laura James about T Levels and the upcoming open event at the college

Stuart from the Lynton to Barnstaple Railway spoke to Hopps about the Santa Specials, which start on 14th December

Young Lives Vs Cancer want people to raise money for families who won't be driving home for Christmas this year, but will instead be staying at one of their Homes from Home. Katherine Sawyer spoke to Laura James

North Devon Hospice has launched its Light Up a Life campaign this Christmas. Lisa Mackenzie spoke to Laura James

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James about upcoming shows on Tuesday 26th November

The Barnstaple and District Roundtable is bringing Santa's Sleigh to the area, as Ash Thorne explained when talking to Laura James

Writer Jody Medland is creating a film shining a light on what life can be like for somebody forced into assuming the role of a caregiver. Production and filming will take place in North Devon, as Jody explained to Laura James 

The North Devon Sports and Classic Car Club is holding an event in the Barnstaple Pannier Market on Sunday 24th November. Vice Chair, Mark Coles spoke to Laura James

16 Days of Action is 16 days of activism against gender based violence. George Capone spoke to Laura James about the events being held by Saunton Surf Sisters and the Warrior Women project in North Devon

Shock Horror : A Ghost Story is coming to the Queens theatre in Barnstaple. Alex Moran from Thunder Road Theatre spoke to Laura James

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 19th November about upcoming shows

North Devon Hospice launches its new furniture shop, on Braunton Road in Barnstaple. Head of Retail Daren Ainscough and Shop Manager Emma Stephenson spoke to Laura James

Mark Worker joined Laura James on Breakfast to talk about his work with Man Down, a group set up to offer support to men in North Devon

Assistant Principal of Petroc College, Jo Byrne, spoke to Laura James in November about Open Events, the free adult courses, and the new Animal Care Centre

For the Love of Animals Christmas Fair supports local animal rescues and businesses. Faye Stacey spoke to Laura James about the family fun day at Quince Honey Farm

Jasmine Bennett from the Wave Project North Devon spoke to Laura James about the busy season, and what's coming up

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James about upcoming shows on Tuesday 12th November

Tara Jones and Holly Conway from the Fern Centre spoke to Laura James about the resources available, and the upcoming support groups and Wellbeing Fair

Jo Booth from the Dogs Trust, Ilfracombe spoke to Laura James about the Home from Home scheme, and Betty, who's looking for a new home

Marie Gould and Jill Bond spoke to Laura James about this years North Devon Voluntary Services awards ceremony

Steve Payne from the North Devon charity K9 Focus spoke to Laura James about animals currently needing support and fundraising events

90 Days of Creativity aims to get the Ilfracombe community together. Gareth Wilkins spoke to Laura James

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James on 5th November about upcoming shows

The North Devon based charity ChemoHero marks its 10th anniversary in November. Trustee, Nicola Baddick, spoke to Laura James

The North Devon Voluntary Services holds an awards ceremony each year to recognise the volunteering efforts of the North Devon community. Marie Gould spoke to Laura James ahead of this years event

A Memory Cafe is being held on the first Tuesday of every month, at Medard House in Barnstaple, to support people living with dementia. Harriet Hawkins from the Independent Living Support Team at North Devon Homes spoke to Laura James

Roy Goddin from the Root Cause Project spoke to Laura James about the CIC, supporting veterans and serving personnel in North Devon

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James about upcoming shows, what's on this week.... and the Panto!

The Barnstaple and District Roundtable is organising the Barnstaple fireworks. Mike Jewell spoke to Laura James

The Barnstaple Musical Comedy and Dramatic Society are bringing 9 to 5, the Musical to the Queens Theatre in Barnstaple, and they spoke to Holly Hains

Barnstaple Amateur Boxing Club is holding a show in November, and a fundraiser to help 'Raise the Roof', as Vinny Patrick explained to Laura James

Spark UK is the UK's leading youth-led mental health organisation, and it's based in North Devon! Conor Warren spoke to Laura about the group, and its All Star Advent Calendar, featuring Stephen Fry

Naomi Proctor spoke to Laura James on Tuesday 22nd October about shows at the Queens and Landmark theatres

'Colours of Home' is a children's book written and illustrated by Braunton author Miriam Latimer. Miriam spoke to Laura James about her work, and the story about adjusting to a new home and having hope

Watermouth Castle is busy preparing for October half term activities and 'Descend into Darkness' for Halloween. Sales and Marketing Executive Katie Clements spoke to Laura James 

Paul from the Veterans Charity spoke to Hopps about the upcoming North Devon's Biggest Table Top Sale!

Anette Langmead talked to Hopps about Talking Books for the Blind

Jo Byrne, Assistant Principal of Petroc College spoke to Laura James about the Class of 2024, the upcoming open event, and free short courses for adults at the college

Braunton Community Men's Shed celebrates it's railway carriage with a special open day on Saturday 26th October, as Chair Roger Byron explained to Laura James

Tilted Wig perform Frankenstein at the Landmark theatre in Ilfracombe. The Creature, Andy Cresswell, spoke to Laura James

Naomi Proctor from the Queens and Landmark theatres spoke to Laura James about upcoming shows

The UK Wild Otter Trust is expanding in North Devon, and needs support from the local community, as Dave Webb explained to Laura James

Stan from Ilfracombe Dogs Trust spoke to Laura James about the Canine Care Card scheme, and a little dog called Buddy needing his forever home

Live! in Barnstaple is a series of music events being put on as part of the 'Flourishing Barnstaple' project. Thomas Kavanagh will be performing, as he told Laura James

Steve from K9 Focus spoke to Laura James about the focus of the charity in October

Keiran Wright from Fremington is tackling a half marathon while carrying a 55kg weighted backpack! He's doing it for the Clarity Charity in Barnstaple, and hoping to break a world record too, as he explained to Laura James