Riviera People
Riviera People – Laurence Frewin, Life at the College
Riviera People – Laurence Frewin, Life at the College South Devon College was originally founded in 1931. After a period in the doldrums, it has become one of the most successful Further Education Colleges in England. Anita Newcombe dropped by for a chat with its ambitious new Principal & CEO. I’ve arrived at the smart […]
Riviera People – Sue Pudduck
Riviera People – Sue Pudduck Commonwealth Games medallist in fencing, sailing instructor and watersports specialist, Sue Pudduck is now a trustee for Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust. I’m meeting Sue at her home high above the river at Kingswear. It’s a beautiful day and I stroll up the steps, admiring her pretty terrace, garden and […]
Riviera People – Basil Greenwood- Entering the Ice Age
Torquay Museum’s Director, Basil Greenwood reveals his plans for a new Ice Age Gallery and explains that the museum’s collections offer a striking insight into human evolution and climate change.
Riviera People – Mackenzie Moulton, Police Diver, Artist, Author & Musician
Riviera People – Mackenzie Moulton, Police Diver, Artist, Author & Musician Mackenzie Moulton, with his wife Kay, arrived in Brixham nearly four years ago after a career and life experience of startling variety. Anita Newcombe pops by to discover more about his fascinating life and why he has chosen Brixham as the perfect place to […]
Riviera People – Angela Gilbert, Lady of the Castle
First lady of Compton Castle, recently appointed High Sheriff of Devon, professional photographer, yachtie and sheep breeder, Angela Gilbert is always on the go
Riviera People – Rex Latham, Blacksmith
One of the best-loved and longest standing craft studios at Cockington Court, a visit to Rex Latham’s real working forge is always a treat
Riviera People – Toni Knights
Fisherman, artist, boat restorer, heritage skipper – Brixham’s Toni Knights manages to combine it all and always has an eye for the next adventure. Anita Newcombe tracks him down to find out more.
Riviera People – John Risdon
Renowned local historian and ‘disciple of heritage,’ John Risdon has long been immersed in the maritime world that is Brixham. Now as new president of Brixham Heritage Museum he wants more people to discover this precious treasure ‘vault’.
Riviera People – Colin Matthews
Colin Matthews is celebrating 30 years at Babbacombe Theatre where he has perfected a crowd-pleasing menu of in-house variety performances plus touring shows that keep the 600-seater theatre a truly vibrant and thriving part of the community. Anita Newcombe meets up with Colin to find out more.
Riviera People – Trudi Knapman
Riviera People – Trudi Knapman, a dedicated follower of fashion
